
Chanelle Hayes
Writer at Freelance
Editor at Chic Compass Magazine
✍️: @ChicCompassMag @WorldAtlas @Vegas_411
Articles
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3 weeks ago |
worldatlas.com | Chanelle Hayes
Nestled among open valleys, alpine forests, and red rock canyons are some of Utah's most beautiful and underappreciated college towns. While the state is best known for its national parks like Zion, Bryce Canyon, and Arches, the communities in Utah offer their own kind of beauty: a strong sense of place, fresh air, and sweeping mountain views.
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3 weeks ago |
worldatlas.com | Chanelle Hayes
Nature lovers will find paradise in Jim Thorpe, a sleepy town in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. With a population of just over 4,500, according to the World Population Review, it provides a tranquil haven encircled by rocky hills, thick forests, and meandering rivers. Hikers and bikers can traverse Lehigh Gorge State Park, paddle across Mauch Chunk Lake, or explore picturesque rail trails.
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3 weeks ago |
worldatlas.com | Chanelle Hayes
People from all over come together to celebrate history, traditions, and the spirit of summer on Independence Day in North Carolina. Every event, whether it is a fireworks display over a park or river, a festive parade featuring homemade floats, or a naturalization ceremony, highlights the distinct personality and pride of the locals.
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1 month ago |
worldatlas.com | Chanelle Hayes
While Ocean Springs may be famous for its picturesque shoreline along the Mississippi Sound, it's equally known for its authentic friendliness and close-knit feel. This sense of community hasn’t gone unnoticed — "USA Today" named it the "Best Coastal Small Town" in 2022, and it was voted one of "America's Most Charming Main Streets" in 2024.
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1 month ago |
worldatlas.com | Chanelle Hayes
Louisiana may be known for vibrant festivals, flavorful food, and the rhythm of jazz drifting through the streets of New Orleans. But beyond the city limits, the state’s small towns offer something quieter and just as special, and that's natural beauty that invites you to slow down and explore. Imagine paddling along the Cane River in Natchitoches, birdwatching near the swamps of Breaux Bridge, or wandering through pine forests in Abita Springs.
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