Blog /blog/stories/ Blog Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:01:49 +0000 El Dorado is Kansas’s Budget-Friendly Spring Break Destination /blog/stories/post/el-dorado-is-kansass-budget-friendly-spring-break-destination/ /blog/stories/post/el-dorado-is-kansass-budget-friendly-spring-break-destination/#comments /blog/stories/post/el-dorado-is-kansass-budget-friendly-spring-break-destination/ Thu, 15 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Finding the perfect spring break location can be tricky for families with elementary-aged children. Long car rides, expensive hotels, and packed tourist attractions are not ideal for parents of young children on a budget. Don’t let the kids spend their few precious days out of school indoors playing

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The Ultimate Guide to Dining in South Central Kansas: Unleashing the Flavors of South Central Kansas /blog/stories/post/the-ultimate-guide-to-dining-in-south-central-kansas-unleashing-the-flavors-of-south-central-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/the-ultimate-guide-to-dining-in-south-central-kansas-unleashing-the-flavors-of-south-central-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/the-ultimate-guide-to-dining-in-south-central-kansas-unleashing-the-flavors-of-south-central-kansas/ Mon, 04 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500

Looking for delicious dining options in South Central Kansas? Look no further than Cottonwood Falls, Newton, Arkansas City, and Hesston, connected by Highway 50, where you'll find a variety of tasty restaurants serving mouth-watering dishes.

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Guide to family-friendly trails and campsites near Wichita /blog/stories/post/guide-to-family-friendly-trails-and-campsites-near-wichita/ /blog/stories/post/guide-to-family-friendly-trails-and-campsites-near-wichita/#comments /blog/stories/post/guide-to-family-friendly-trails-and-campsites-near-wichita/ Fri, 10 Nov 2023 17:00:00 -0500

Whether you’re a Wichita local or you’re visiting this beautiful and lively city in Kansas with your family, exploring the great outdoors is the perfect way to bond with the people you love. Wichita and the surrounding Sedgwick County area have everything a family needs to enjoy a staycation or a

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Lindsborg, Kansas: Where Swedish Heritage and Enchanting Adventures Converge! /blog/stories/post/lindsborg-kansas-where-swedish-heritage-and-enchanting-adventures-converge/ /blog/stories/post/lindsborg-kansas-where-swedish-heritage-and-enchanting-adventures-converge/#comments /blog/stories/post/lindsborg-kansas-where-swedish-heritage-and-enchanting-adventures-converge/ Wed, 18 Oct 2023 15:00:00 -0400

, is also known as Little Sweden USA. This quaint city in McPherson County has all the Swedish roots you are looking for. With a population of less than 4,000, Lindsborg is listed as number five for the You can find beautiful roadside

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What about Hidden Gems: Discover Kansas Must-Visit Attractions You May Not Know About /blog/stories/post/what-about-hidden-gems-discover-kansas-must-visit-attractions-you-may-not-know-about/ /blog/stories/post/what-about-hidden-gems-discover-kansas-must-visit-attractions-you-may-not-know-about/#comments /blog/stories/post/what-about-hidden-gems-discover-kansas-must-visit-attractions-you-may-not-know-about/ Mon, 18 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0400

Newton, Kansas, located about 25 miles north of Wichita, is a small but mighty town filled with an 8th Wonder of Kansas, museums and other hidden gems that are just waiting for you to discover.

Explore one of the Eight Wonders of Kansas

A former student, Phil Epp, helped create the

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Wanderlust Wichita: Explore the best of the Heart of the Country /blog/stories/post/wanderlust-wichita-explore-the-best-of-the-heart-of-the-country/ /blog/stories/post/wanderlust-wichita-explore-the-best-of-the-heart-of-the-country/#comments /blog/stories/post/wanderlust-wichita-explore-the-best-of-the-heart-of-the-country/ Sun, 17 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

is the largest and most visited city in Kansas. With celebrity-frequented restaurants, the seventh-largest zoo in the United States and over 50 museums and attractions, you will never get bored in the Heart of the Country. A single day would only scratch the surface of what Wichita has to

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Escape to Cottonwood Falls and Strong City: Kansas’ Best-Kept Secret /blog/stories/post/escape-to-cottonwood-falls-and-strong-city-kansas-best-kept-secret/ /blog/stories/post/escape-to-cottonwood-falls-and-strong-city-kansas-best-kept-secret/#comments /blog/stories/post/escape-to-cottonwood-falls-and-strong-city-kansas-best-kept-secret/ Sun, 10 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

and make up the heart of the beautiful Flint Hills, marked by miles of amber tall grass unique to the Midwest and Kansas. The two centrally located cities are about a 10-minute drive apart, but both have a rich history and landmarks worth a drive for the Flint Hills

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Must-Try Dining Destinations in South Central Kansas: /blog/stories/post/must-try-dining-destinations-in-south-central-kansas/ /blog/stories/post/must-try-dining-destinations-in-south-central-kansas/#comments /blog/stories/post/must-try-dining-destinations-in-south-central-kansas/ Fri, 18 Aug 2023 15:00:00 -0400

Bring on your tastebuds this summer and explore South Central Kansas. Add “Seek out my new favorite eatery” to your calendar. From the beginning of your day to the end, you are sure to feel well-fed. Check out these must-try restaurants in Hesston, Newton, Greensburg and Lindsborg, Kansas.

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Explore Great Bend /blog/stories/post/explore-great-bend/ /blog/stories/post/explore-great-bend/#comments /blog/stories/post/explore-great-bend/ Thu, 27 Jul 2023 12:00:00 -0400
Our friendly town offers the only free zoo between Denver and Kansas City.

Great Bend Mural

Explore Great Bend

We invite you to experience and explore the many opportunities that our charming community has to offer. Great Bend, a city of 15,000 warm people, is best known for our historic SRCA Dragstrip, and the

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