Earlier this fall, I decided to take a weekend getaway to see the scenic landscapes of Northwest Kansas. The inspiration to finally visit this region came from joining the team at ¸£ÀûÉ© back in March of 2022. I soon was spending hours every week awing at the photography of some of our most…
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Nationally Recognized Holiday Light Display When planning your travels this holiday season, put Wichita in your sights. Kansas’ largest city not only has a wide variety of holiday events and experiences, but it’s also home to Illuminations, which has made the top 10 “Best Botanical Garden Holiday…
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Horse around at the C.W. Parker Carousel Museum in Leavenworth by riding the ponies of a restored 1913 model made by Parker’s then-world-famous local company. Singer Melissa Etheridge, a Leavenworth native, donated a vintage band organ. The military town’s diverse culinary scene includes First Taste…
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The Martin + Osa Johnson Story - Chanute I find Martin & Osa Johnson to be among the most fascinating couples in Kansas’ history. Their love story was built for a big screen as these southeast Kansas sweethearts won the hearts of millions across the world with their pioneering spirit and exotic…
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Miss Kansas 2022 - Ayanna Hensley The Miss Kansas Organization represents the state of Kansas on a national stage, often traveling throughout the state and meeting unique Kansans along the way. Earlier this year, Miss Kansas 2022 – Ayanna Hensley – spent some time exploring the state’s largest city…
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Flyover country? Hardly. This corner of the state will inspire you to take flight with its rich aviation history linked to Amelia Earhart, who was born just steps from the banks of the Missouri River in Atchison. Visit her birthplace and a statue of the aviatrix in the International Forest of…
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Ready to grab your kiddos and hit the road? Below is a list of 10 family-friendly Kansas destinations: Kansas City Metro Kansas City Metro is a great spare-of-the-moment vacation. Throw some overnight bags in the car and enjoy a stay at Great Wolf Lodge, Kansas City’s premiere indoor waterpark…
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Spooky season is upon us! Whether you are just looking for thrills and chills for the next few weeks or you're interested in exploring the unknown all year long, Kansas has some haunting places waiting just for you. You can't talk about spooky places in Kansas without mentioning Atchison! Commonly…
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The American Midwest isn’t usually the first place anyone thinks of when they think of incredible reptiles since most of the most headline-inducing reptiles, like massive constrictors and bone-crushing crocodiles, tend to favor warmer climes. However, the same harsh winters that make the Midwest…
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Celebrate Asian Heritage in Wichita! In the biggest city in the state of Kansas, you can expect a wide variety of cultural events and attractions. For 41 years, the Wichita Asian Festival has been bringing Kansans together to share an appreciation for Asian culture. Known for offering the discovery…
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