One of the only states in the U.S. known for cheese, Wisconsin, and its residents enjoy a state full of lakes, tourist attractions, and fun facts. What many may not know is the term “cheesehead” actually started as a term the German soldiers used to insult the Dutch during World War II. These days, the …
Florida is undoubtedly the most curious, wackiest, and unusual state in the US, inhabited by the weirdest people ever. And no wonder, as the local Floridians have to deal with alligators, venomous snakes, season-less climate, mosquitos and such high humidity that leaves you all wet in a second on a hot one, every day. “Florida …
A state with an official song of “Yankee Doodle” might not be the first place on the top of your “to travel” list, but this state has many wonders worth exploring. Being one of the original 13 colonies, it boasts many historical sites that everybody should take the time to see. It also is the …
Made up of eight main islands, Hawaii is a fascinating place. It’s the only state in the U.S. that isn’t landlocked or touching another body of land. With its tropical climate and atmosphere, it’s no wonder it welcomes 9.3+ million visitors each year. Being the only state that grows coffee commercially, visitors must be sure …
The only state that has a different design on each side of the state flag, Oregon is full of oddities and interesting things to explore. It is also the only state that has a state nut, the hazelnut, and this is because this state is responsible for 99 percent of the entire U.S. commercial crop. …
The only state that exists with a singular area code (802), Vermont is small but full of fun. Being the first state to enter the United States after the original 13 colonies, even our historians saw the value in the state of Vermont. Being one of the only four states in the U.S. that have …
One of the original 13 colonies, South Carolina boasts many historic and picturesque sites for the entire family. Known as the home of the first golf club in the United States, South Carolina has various aspects that keep it unique. Some funky laws in this state include: If a man proposes marriage to a woman, …
Although Wyoming is the last state alphabetically, it is by far the least important of the United States. Being the least populous state in the country yet the 10th largest by area means it’s full of wide-open spaces worthy of exploring. It is also home to the nation’s very first National Park, Yellowstone. Millions of …
From volcanoes and rainforests to wineries and ferries, Washington has a wealth of assets that make the state one of the Pacific Northwest’s best vacation spots. As seen in Grey’s Anatomy, Seattle has the first revolving restaurant in the world, Sky City at the Space Needle. It is also the only state named after a …
One of the first states to legalize the recreational use of marijuana, Colorado is known for being ahead of the curve in a lot of political issues in the United States. They even legalized the medical use of magic mushrooms in the capital city of Denver! You’ll also find the longest continuous commercial street in …
