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After getting spacey at the Alien Research Center in Hiko, Nevada, we refueled our 2016 Mazda CX-5 to book it to one of the most dope hotels in Las Vegas. Located smack dab in the middle of Sin City is the Downtown Grand Hotel & Casino, and we couldn't have been happier to have the courteous staff hook us up with a couple of dope suites for the weekend.

After exploring Nevada's Valley of Fire State Park, we hopped in our 2016 Mazda CX-5, zooming down the Extraterrestrial Highway in search of UFOs. The Silver State is known for encounters of the third kind, so when we started hearing that we were nearing the back gates of Area 51, we hoped our trip would get weird. And they did, as we caught sight of a giant, metallic sculpture of an otherworldly visitor.

Recent protests to stop big business from destroying unique habitats are making quite the impact, shedding light on the decimation of our delicate ecosystem. Similar to the unethical construction of the Black Snake pipeline at Standing Rock, North Dakota, Central Florida is fighting to protect one of the largest aquifer systems in the world. Proposed to stretch from Pennsylvania to Florida, the 515-mile pipeline deceptively named Sabal Trail is being constructed without the consent of many residents. Utilizing a shroud of secrecy and misrepresentation, Sabal Trail plans to transport natural gas through the Floridan Aquifer. The commercial enterprise threatens the water purity for 20 million people whose water supply depends on the preservation and condition of the Floridian Aquifer. Contamination of the state's drinking water is of utmost importance. Recently, we made a visit to the Sacred Water Camp in Live Oak, Florida to get the truth from protesters who strive to make a difference. The pipeline industry is well aware of their negative impact on the environment, and the Sacred Water Campers know that renewable energy plans have no room for the proliferation of fossil fuels. So join us in returning the favor to Mother Earth by volunteering and spreading the word to protect the charming waters of the Floridian Aquifer. As with any other revolution, our voice makes a difference. Stand in solidarity. If you wish to donate to this cause, please visit https://www.generosity.com/community-fund Much love to Alexander Adiels for the appropriate track.

Nevada's rugged landscape offers so much to those searching for spiritual inspiration. Whether it be natural wonders like Sand Mountain, haunted hotels, or even the International Car Forest of the Last Church, the Sagebrush state is an never-ending scenery for all aesthetic tastes.

Around most of the country, the cold weather blues are in full effect. Luckily, we still have dope spots in the Palm Beaches to kick back, relax and blow off some steam. Set phasers to fun as we encroach upon the pristine beaches and vibrant nightlife of the Seagate Hotel & Spa in Delray Beach, Florida!

After engorging on mammoth-sized monster burgers from Middlegate Station, we cruised down America's Loneliest Highway with our 2016 Mazda CX-5 to check into Mizpah Hotel and Casino in the historic mining town of Tonopah, Nevada. Did we mention that the spot is the town's most infamous haunted hotel? Whoops, well there ya go.

Getting across the state of Nevada in our 2016 Mazda CX-5 really activated the munchies for us, so after exploring the ghost town of Berlin, we made the trek along the Loneliest Highway in America to take on the Middlegate Station Monster Burger Challenge.

No one does race day like the good folks from Kelley Blue Book. Recently, we were invited to experience how their team shows out at the Sprint Cup Series AAA Texas 500 NASCAR race in No Limits, Texas. With a full day of full NASCAR track access, driver meet and greets, finger-licking foods and crafted cocktails, it was pretty easy to get acclimated to our in-suite experience. Dialed into Chase Elliot's #24 pit crew with our very own radio scanners, we were always in the loop to the race's most exciting moments. Take a look at our video recap above, and be sure to check out Kelley Blue Book's Top 12 vehicles for 2017. It's a real dope listing with the Honda Civic winning both the top spots for Small Car and Overall best vehicle. Our personal favorite is the 2017 Chevy Tahoe with all the room for a most inclusive road trip with our closest buds. Congratulations to the young gun, Chase Elliot for taking fourth place at the race, and much love to Dre Wisdom for the fire musical track that propels our visuals to new heights.

After zooming around Sand Mountain with UTV Addiction, it became clear that the next move was to take a quick trip back into time by heading to one of Nevada's true ghost towns. The mining municipality of Berlin, Nevada has been preserved in a state of arrested decay from its turn-of-the-21st century heyday.

After checking out of the Peppermill Resort and Casino in Reno, we began our search for the next exhilarating activity on our way to Vegas. While cruising around in our 2016 Mazda CX-5, Rob, our adrenaline connection from UTV Addiction was in the area. And just our luck. he wanted to show us around the natural oddity known as Sand Mountain in a way that could only be described as stupidDOPE. Rob Gott is the owner of UTV Addiction, and his SxS rental and touring company is the only one of it's kind in Northern Nevada. With only the most fly all-terrain vehicles available, we raced all over one of the last remaining singing dunes in the country, getting sand in places we didn't even know we had. Check our experiences as well as a very dope tour from Gott himself in the video above, and make sure to check out UTV Addiction the very next time you touch down in the beautifully wild state of Nevada. “If you're not addicted, you will be”.

Hosted by Tony Rock (“All of Us,” “The Tony Rock Project,” “Apollo Live”) with DJ Drama the uncensored special features stand-up performances in a variety of styles from up-and-coming comics, discovered at ADD’s weekly comedy showcase: Chris Powell, Zainab Johnson, Kevin Tate, and Robert Powell, as well as HBO’s “Def Comedy Jam” veteran Tony Roberts.

Traveling isn't about the final destination, but about the memories made along the way. That's exactly what the good folks at Travel Nevada had in mind when they created a custom road trip just for us.

Recently, the freshest thing to hit the area is the quietest turn up on this side of the Mississippi. Dubbed the Silent Party, you can expect to vibe out with hundreds of people in a dope venue with three DJs competing for your customized sound experience.

For the seventh consecutive year, Atlanta has been blessed with the eclectic auditory experience known as ONE Musicfest. Packed to the brim with powerful performances like Nick Grant, Anderson Paak, A$AP Ferg, Busta Rhymes and even the reunion of the Dungeon Family, ONE Musicfest was really one for the books, and tens of thousands of spectators can verily testify. Read more via stupidDOPE.com

Tired of bland munchies? Then look no further should you be in San Diego. Not even a year old, and La Jolla's very own Galaxy Taco has blasted into the foodie biosphere, delivering a payload of out-of-this-world dishes that would even make E.T's head spin.

San Diego is one of the few places where culture shock is actually encouraged and appreciated, making the city our favorite spot to visit in the lower 48 states. Last year, we made a stop at San Diego’s very own Carnita's Snack Shack in the trendy North Park neighborhood for that fast-casual porkhouse experience. This year, while running the streets for Independence Day, we discovered that Carnita's expanded to the city's Embarcadero North waterfront zone. Hungry for all things pork, we zipped over to chat it up with Chef Hanis Cavin to learn about his successful foodie venture.

The Bite Life is in full effect this season as originator Nick Love teams up with Atlanta's very own Young Dro in an attempt to get the lowdown on what food the rapper really likes to smash when the munchies hit. In a hilariously unscheduled turn of events, Young Dro dives much deeper into his gastronomical pleasure center while dining on decadent catfish nuggets at Baltimore Crab and Seafood.

What makes for a most dope road trip experience? It's actually pretty easy. All you need to check off your list is good friends, great weather, and a fly set of wheels. Earlier this month, we were fortunate to hit the pavement revving up the coastline with Toyota as participants in their “Ultimate Southern California Roadtrip”. Honestly, is there a more temperate climate in the lower 48 to cruise?

When it comes to getting on the water, there isn't a more thrilling way to discover the joys of staying afloat than hopping on the newest GP 1800 WaveRunner from Yamaha. While checked in at The Ritz Carlton on Lake Oconee, we were lured to the shores by the presence of water Pokemon, but ended up more pleased by sights of Yamaha's 2017 line of personal watercraft. Immediately, we wet-suited up to get squirrely on the lake, and fun was had, thanks to the superb construction of the GP 1800.

Catching some waves with Yamaha Motor USA and their new GP1800 personal watercraft. That looks like fun!

The box office has been bombarded by beastly visuals this year, but the one to beat this year is Keanu. From the minds of well known duo Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele comes a brand new blend of raucous comedy and crime-ridden tribulations all connected by a coveted kitten called Keanu. Read more via stupidDOPE.com!

When it comes to going out to eat, more times than not, the quality of the grub doesn't match a restaurant's aesthetic. But while in San Diego, we discovered a most optimum balance of the two gastronomical criteria. Nestled in the thriving North Park neighborhood is One Door North. This newly opened American Bar and Eatery brings the outdoors inside, appealing to the adventurous spirit that dwells within all of us.

When the munchies hit, they hit hard. But rather than condemn yourself to a run at Taco Hell, why not treat yourself to that little Mexican spot you always see but never visit? This is the question that music marketing executive Nick Love aims to answer.

In a city with beautiful weather year-round, it's no surprise that someone capitalized on the walkability of San Diego. Coming to you straight from Bite San Diego is the penultimate foodie experience.

Right after touching down in sunny San Diego, we immediately hit the ground running to search for a spot to call home-base. Nestled in Point Loma, The Pearl Hotel truly encompasses the easy-going lifestyle of Southern California. Infused with an authentically hip vibe that will make leaving harder than solving an algebraic math problem, The Pearl Hotel is near to everything inherently San Diego. The vintage mid-century-modern boutique hotel features 23 rooms that overlook a positively prime and pristine saltwater pool. In addition to it's awesome shag lounge area, the property also boasts a beautifully decorated in-house restaurant and bar that is always popping with patrons. Aptly called “EAT at The Pearl”, this eatery features California Coastal cuisine, prompt table service, and award-winning interior design. To say the least, munchies are handled when Executive Chef Todd Bencivenni takes to the kitchen to create dope dishes from locally sourced markets. Paired with an energetic bar, EAT at The Pearl is the spot to dine, drink and relax. Read more via stupidDOPE.com!