It’s hard to be humble in Humboldt these days. Not when you’re a poster child for small-town revival that’s even caught the attention of The New York Times. Around the downtown square, this community of 1,800 has transformed century-old buildings into chic metro-style destinations. Take Octagon City…
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WaKeeney shines brightest during the holidays, when its four-block downtown beams with lights, garlands and its centerpiece 35-foot-tall tree. The “Christmas City of the High Plains” cranks up the wattage the Saturday after Thanksgiving, but the festive spirit lingers beyond the season at North Pole…
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Get ready for Spring in Kansas by attending one of the state's many seasonal festivals! Witness each community's parks and downtown areas transform into cultural hubs for art, food, and music. Check out live music performances, attend one of the state's tulip festivals, or enjoy strolling through…
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In Manhattan’s lively Aggieville district, wake up with Varsity Donuts, serving a maple-frosted Scouts Honor doughnut with toasted coconut. After indulging, pedal off the calories on one of the city’s Green Apple Bikes rentals—perhaps to the Flint Hills Discovery Center. An immersive short film…
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The restaurants and eateries in Kansas cities are welcoming to any palate. They’re where you can chew on prime cuts of steak, sip coffee or sample an area favorite (Rocky Mountain oysters, anyone?) while absorbing the local culture. Here are 18 cafes, kitchens, and pubs to visit on your next…
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Agriculture meets adventure at nine northeast Kansas Agritourism gems, all within an hour of Kansas City! From inspirational eateries to luxury farm stays, plus hands-on experiences, these destinations showcase the best of Northeast Kansas’s agricultural heritage. Perfect for foodies, families, and…
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For people not familiar with Kansas, the images that come to mind when you think of this Midwest state are usually flat prairie, tornadoes … and maybe even The Wizard of Oz. And while it’s true that Kansas is all of those things, it’s also SO much more! If you’re looking for an out-of-the-box…
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Quite possibly home to more disc golf baskets per capita than anywhere else on the planet, Emporia is a Utopia for fans of the sport. At Jones Park, pros play the Jones East and championship-level Supreme 18 courses, while Jones West caters to all skill levels. Peter Pan Park offers a challenging…
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Kansas has long been known as the “Breadbasket of the World.” The state’s rich agricultural heritage encompasses aspects as varied as Bernhard Warkentin’s fabled chest of Turkey Red hard winter wheat to the cutting-edge technology utilized by ranchers in the pristine Flint Hills. For a unique…
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Unforgettable farm-to-fork date nights on the prairie. Grape harvests that transform into your favorite beverages. In Kansas, experiences worth savoring are grown on the range. Feast on pretty surroundings, farm-sourced ingredients, and creative flair at a dinner rivaling that of any big-city…
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