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Top 10 BBQ joints in the south

Road Trips and BBQ were made for each other. Folks in the south are known for cooking up some of the best BBQ on the planet. The passion and pride of Southern pit-masters rival that of any NASCAR or college football fan. In the Bible Belt, there are just about as many BBQ joints as there are churches and just as many different styles of BBQ as there are religious denominations. Whenever you are road tripping through the south, you’re sure to find something to your liking. Here are 10 iconic, can’t-miss BBQ joints we’ve encountered that are worth the detour. You’ll be in hog heaven!

Shelling on Sanibel Island, Florida

Sanibel Island, found on the western or Gulf of Mexico coast of Florida is best recognized for its beachlocations along with a plethora of seashells. USA Today named Sanibel Island in their list of top ten beaches in the United States, and yes it brings in visitors from all around the globe. After large-scale winter storms or hurricanes is most likely the best time used for seashell hunts. Mollusks in the gulf die and their exoskeletons plunge towards the gulf’s bottom. When storms blow across the Gulf shells usually are brought in by it, plus the longer it is between these storms the larger the treasure trove of shells.

Redwoods National and State Parks

Visitors to the northwest corner of California tend to have one thing on their minds—the majestic coast redwoods. The trees don’t disappoint: reaching heights of more than 100 metres, living for well over 1,000 years (and occasionally twice that long), they’re a vivid reminder that humans are just one part of a much larger ecosystem.

Great Family Attractions in Phoenix Arizona

Phoenix, Arizona is one of the largest cities in the US and certainly the largest in the Mountain region; not only is Phoenix a great place to live but it is also the center where a million vacations start with a myriad range of attractions and venues for visitors of all ages and from all walks of life. Family attractions abound and we have compiled our list of the top 5 attractions for you to enjoy when you visit Phoenix so you and your family can enjoy a great day out and no one is left out of the party.