Studies continue to show that travelers are consciously selecting travel destinations based on sustainable tourism efforts. This is especially true amongst younger generations, who tend to prioritize travel around locations that are doing their part to create sustainable tourism opportunities. We’ve…
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There’s something about the southwest corner of the state that charms my heart with every trip. My recent trip to Liberal landed me at the Mid-America Air Museum, which is one of the largest air museums in the country. Kansas is known for its aviation history, so it’s no surprise that a museum of…
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In the early 1870s, Dr. Brewster M. Higley traveled to Kansas under the Homestead Act of 1862. He was an ear, nose, and throat doctor from Iowa, and he settled in Smith County. He was so taken by the beauty in the landscape of his new Kansas home that he penned a poem he titled “My Home in the…
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It was only fitting we start our 2023 season of “ To The Stars” with Good Day Kansas at an attraction that literally takes you above and beyond your wildest space dreams. Rated in the top 10% of attractions worldwide by Trip Advisor, the Cosmosphere International Science Center & Space Museum…
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Plan Your Vacation! January 28 is National Plan Your Vacation Day, and while it might take more than a day to sort through all the options the beautiful state of Kansas offers, it marks the perfect occasion to get started! It's also the day before Kansas Day, which is when Kansans celebrate their…
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What’s special about Kansas’ largest city? Read the latest Wichita accolades Wichita, the Heart of the Country, is featured in hundreds of articles each year, showcasing the largest city in Kansas’ allure as a leisure travel destination as well as a great place to hold a reunion, meeting, or other…
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Fulton Valley Farms - Towanda The merriest of holiday seasons for me are the traditions that live on and seem to get better and sweeter with each passing year. For many in South Central Kansas, Fulton Valley Farms continues to be their Christmas-time destination for spreading holiday cheer with…
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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 Kansas Tourism 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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The Evel Knievel Museum - Topeka A legendary museum for a legendary daredevil! The Evel Knievel Museum matches Evel’s vibe with being over-the-top, flashy, and ridiculously cool. Read on to learn about what makes this museum such a spectacular attraction in Kansas’ Capital City…
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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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