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The 12 Byways of Kansas Deliver the Ultimate Scenic Routes

Kansas’ byways give you 12 ways to experience diverse geology and small-town destinations. 88 miles Towns: St. Francis, Goodland, Sharon Springs Along America’s first agriculture-themed byway, the summer months shine with golden wheat fields and the bursting sunflower bloom in August. All year long…

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Things to do this Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend is coming up! This is one of the best weekends to travel around the state! The weather in Kansas during late May can be some of the nicest (or stormiest) times of the year! While we attract many avid storm-chasers to the area, I wouldn't recommend risking it unless you know what…

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Supernatural Road Trip in Kansas

For fans of the CW show “Supernatural” the road so far has ventured quite a bit into the Sunflower State. And after 15 seasons, the Winchester brothers, of Lawrence, have hung up their machetes, put their salt into shakers instead of bulk canisters and pulled the jet black ’67 Chevy Impala into the…

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One Tank Road Trips: Pittsburg State University

We’re still early in the fall semester, so you might still feel new to the city and surrounding area… Or you might even be entering your senior year and looking for new grounds to explore. The average gas tank is going to get you about 375 miles of driving around, so we’ll be looking at locations…

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Northeast Kansas Travel Itinerary

Northeast Kansas - "For The Spirited" The Northeast region of Kansas is full of unique places with high spirits. In this part of Kansas, you'll find communities of all sizes, both large and small. Out here, fans go wild for Sporting KC. This is where fast cars at the Kansas Speedway and zesty local…

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South Central Kansas Travel Itinerary

South Central Kansas - "For The Seekers" For those that seek authentic experiences, South Central Kansas is home to world-class museums, fantastic outdoor adventures, charming communities, and a whole lotta good food. From the iconic Swedish heritage of Lindsborg to the bustling streets of Wichita…

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Southeast Kansas Travel Itinerary

Southeast Kansas - "For The Free" In Southeast Kansas, you can live freely. This is where Beautiful rock formations create beautiful outdoor experiences for the Table Mound Hiking Trail at Elk City State Park. Thirteen miles of the Route 66 Byway wraps around the Ozark Plateau. It's also where…

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The Sunflower State In Bloom

Some days we’re in the mood for an educational, refined native plant experience. We want to be dazzled by exquisite placement and proper landscape design. Other days we want to pull on the muck boots and hike miles to scout wildflowers with names like Scarlet Globe Mallow, Prince’s Plume and…

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Native Stone Scenic Byway - Taking the Long Way Home

If you're like me, when driving you choose the route that will get you to your destination the fastest. It becomes a game between you and your GPS, almost as if the estimated time of arrival you're given is more of a number to beat, and every ETA minute shaved off is a sweet victory (don't tell the…

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