Places NiftyChick Wants to Go

Pick up a kebab and a credenza at this unique combination furniture store and café.

This tiny patch of arid sand sits in one of the greenest states in the United States.

Rocky outcrops containing overhangs, caves, fissures, clefts, and alcoves that invite exploration and scrambling.

You can find America's highest suspension footbridge at Grandfather Mountain in North Carolina.

A cabin completely covered in coffee mugs, where visitors are welcome to leave one of their own—if they can find an empty nail.

Gnarled canopies of pink and purple wildflowers arch over the trail to the summit.

This forest school's long history lets today's visitors experience resource management learnings in a beautiful environment.

One man’s religious convictions led him to build this stone castle meant to withstand an apocalypse.

These early tent-shaped grave coverings are unique to Appalachia.

Home to an eclectic collection of over 200 vintage motorcycles, Americana, and some of the most extraordinary antiques from all around the world.

Sway your way across Virginia’s longest river on a rickety wooden bridge.

An idyllic mineral hot springs facility with a more-than checkered past.

Over 20,000 sets of spice shakers reveal the surprisingly telling history of our most basic spices.

Waterfalls, rapids, and top-notch swimming spots await in this densely forested corner of the Smokies.

Trek up to an abandoned fire lookout from the 1930s for an unimpeded view.

Visit this playground of waterfalls, caves and sinkholes.

Visitors to this arboretum are greeted by three smiling giants crafted from sustainable materials.

Home to a monument dedicated to the American Rock duo along with a collection of music memorabilia.

This museum of miniature displays provides a journey through early American history.

The largest cemetery in Louisville is the final resting place of Col. Sanders and Muhammad Ali.

This 19th century mansion façade adorned with immigrant patriotism is a symbol of Louisville’s history.

One of the greatest boxers and humanitarians to ever live chose his hometown as his final resting place.

The history of whiskey and all of its boozy glory, from Colonial days to modern American cocktail culture.

A whimsical folk art garden full of punny pieces and a diorama containing 3,500 toys.