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- #3 Best Historic Small Town - USA TODAY (2024)
- Top 10 True Western Town of the Year by True West Magazine (2024)
- Best Promotion of a Historic Place by True West Magazine (2024)
- Best Social Media Campaign (Destination) - Midwest Travel Network (2023)
- Best Roadside Attraction in the U.S. (World's Largest Belt Buckle) - by TravelAwaits (2023)
- Best Small Town to Visit in the U.S. by TravelAwaits (2023)
- #2 Best Historic Small Town by USA TODAY (2023)
- Top 10 True Western Town of the Year by True West Magazine (2023)
- Best Promotion of a Historic Place by True West Magazine (2023)
- Destination of the Year by Midwest Travel Network (2022)
- #2 Best Historic Small Town by USA TODAY (2022)
- #1 Favorite U.S. Small Town by TravelAwaits (2022)
- #1 Friendliest U.S. Small Town by TravelAwaits (2022)
- Best Promotion of a Historic Place by TrueWest magazine (2022)
- #4 Best Historic Small Town by USA TODAY (2021)
- Best U.S. Small Town by TravelAwaits (2021)
- #2 Best Historic Small Town by USA TODAY (2020)
- Coolest Small Town in Kansas by Far and Wide (2020)
- Most Beautiful Small Town in Kansas by House Beautiful magazine (2020)
- #8 Best Historic Small Town by USA TODAY (2019)
- #1 True Western Town of the Year by TrueWest magazine (2018)
- Best Weekend Getaway by KANSAS! magazine (2018)
Keep checking back as we continue to populate this list!
10 Gifts Every Cold Person Needs
Are you one of those people that stay cold all the time? Do you dread getting out of bed each morning and dream about staying under the comforter just a few more minutes? If you or someone in your...
28 Midwest Destinations To Visit in 2020
Did you know that January 28th is National Plan for Vacation Day? I LOVE planning vacations and what better time to start planning? I reached out to fellow travel bloggers to learn about their...
A new look at Abilene’s Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum
For this month’s Hidden Kansas, Beccy Tanner explores new exhibits that provide a different perspective on the Eisenhowers. ABILENE — For decades, a trip to Abilene offered visitors a chance to see...
I Like Ike(’s Museum)
After undergoing a major reinterpretation, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library, Museum & Boyhood Home balances historical seriousness with self-celebration. The Presidential Library is...
The Best Classic Restaurants in Every State
As rides go, the last 20 years have pretty much had it all. Thrills, spills, twists, turns, all at blinding speed—never mind those few flips upside down they didn’t warn you about—and here we are,...
The Most Beautiful Small Towns In Every State
There's always something to see in a big city, but sometimes, you want a slower pace. Thankfully, the United States boasts some incredible small towns. Whether you want to brush up on history or go...
Every U.S. State's Best Small Town
Big cities like New York and Los Angeles may get most of the attention, but America is filled with small towns and communities that have long formed the backbone of the nation. These towns are filled...
60 Charming American Towns You Haven't Heard of But Should Visit ASAP
When you plan a vacation, most people tend to go to more popular places, right? It's usually cities they've read about or towns and attractions that have been recommended by friends and family. But...
8 Reasons to Hang Your Hat in Abilene, Kansas
If you’ve ever driven across Kansas on I-70, the interstate that bisects Kansas from Kansas City to Colorado, you at least got a glimpse of Abilene. Located roughly halfway between Kansas City and...
Eisenhower Memorial to be dedicated in May
Twenty-one years into the making, the dedication of the Dwight D. Eisenhower National Memorial is planned for 2 p.m. May 8 in Washington D.C. on the 75th anniversary of VE Day. The memorial was...
Kansas Bucket List 2020
Happy new year, Kansas Explorers! Have you put your Kansas adventure bucket list together yet? Here's the list for Kansas Explorer's #2 and #36. See you on the road! Read more
Where to Eat on New Year's Day
Whether you're visiting, passing by, or don't want to cook, here are a few suggestions for where to eat in Abilene on New Year's Day: 1. M&R Grill Known for their Southwest Chicken Salad,...
The Best Things I Ate in 2019: A Culinary Diary of My Travels
Each year I look forward to reflecting on the best dishes I had of the entire year. What a great job I have getting to try so many amazing foods and drinks, not only around the country, but around...
9 Can’t-Miss Restaurants You Need To Add To Your Kansas Road Trip Checklist
If you’ve got a long drive from one side of Kansas to the other, you may be a little overwhelmed with meal choices, especially along I-70. We’ve picked out 9 of our favorite restaurants along this...
The Best Small Town to Live in, in Every U.S. State
There’s something universally alluring about a small town like “Gilmore Girls”’ Stars Hollow. The coffee shop owner knows your order, your name, and if you’re having a bad day. There’s no traffic. It...
The Prettiest Town in Every State
In terms of size, the United States is the fourth-largest country in the world. It spans 2,800 miles east to west, and includes Arctic, tropical, alpine and desert climates. It’s also a melting pot...
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Open Since 1870, Brookville Hotel Has Been Serving Chicken Dinners In Kansas Longer Than Any Other Restaurant
Chicken dinners in Kansas aren’t something new to us, but that’s because places like the Brookville Hotel have been serving them for over 100 years. To have customers for this long, you’re definitely...
Beyond Ike: 8 Other Great Things To See And Do In Abilene, Kansas
When most people hear Abilene, Kansas, they think of America's 34th President, Dwight D. Eisenhower. It is a known fact that the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum are what many...
11 Best Day Trips from Kansas City
While Kansas City offers lots to do with a wide range of cultural attractions, parks and more, there are lots of great day trips within just a few hours to consider. You’ll find everything from...
The Best Fried Chicken in the Midwest (According to Travel Bloggers)
First appearing in cookbooks in the 1800s, fried chicken is as American as apple pie. While the American South is most notably credited with having the best fried chicken in America, it’s a dish that...