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We love to share positive stories about our five-star community!
Check out some of our favorites:
- 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!
The coolest little town in every state
Don't limit your travel bucket list When it comes time to pick your next travel destination, some of the more common cities might top your list. New York City, Boston, Los Angeles, Seattle — these...
Best Wild West Show
Thanks to True West Magazine editors for naming Old Abilene Town as the 2021 Best Wild West Show in their "Best of the West Collector's Edition" issue (January 2021).
This pandemic survival story brought to you by telegenic siblings and their mom in Abilene
What’s the smell of a Kansas sunset? “It’s like a tart, sweet candy,” says Meghan Adams. “If you can taste a sunset, that’s what it would be.” Technically, it’s a combination of orange, pineapple,...
General Eisenhower’s 5-Star Holiday Eggnog
Before he commanded the liberation of Europe and led the nation through the height of the Cold War, Dwight D. Eisenhower grew up with traditional Midwestern tastes. In England, commanding forces that...
Shop Small - All Season Long
Shop Small – All Season Long is the message the Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau is sharing with shoppers. “While holiday activities may look different this year, the CVB is encouraging...
Kansas Winter Roadtrip Ideas
The itch to travel doesn’t hibernate. Cooler weather keeps us indoors, but that doesn’t mean we can’t get out and explore during the cooler seasons. Take advantage of the sunny days and hit the...
The Oprah Magazine Named Abilene Kansas As A Charming Small Town For Traveling
Thanks to The Oprah Magazine, we expect plenty of visitors to this beautiful Kansas town in the near future. If you live here in Kansas, make sure to visit soon so you don’t miss out on all the fun!...
Americana, Street Art and Angel Wings in Abilene, Kansas
The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines "Americana" as "materials concerning or characteristic of America, its civilization, or its culture. Broadly: things typical of America." They could just as...
Industry Recognizes Excellence in Kansas Tourism Marketing
The Travel Association of Kansas (TIAK) announced yesterday the winners of this year’s Marketing Awards during the virtual 2020 Kansas Tourism Conference. The TIAK Marketing Awards are chosen...
Explore the Kansas Cowtown of Abilene
Historical and authentic experiences are yours in Abilene, Kansas. What was once a major shipping point for cattle trade is now a bustling small town with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Abilene is...
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Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library – Abilene Kansas
On Day 4 of my cross-country solo road trip, my goal was to drive 443 miles (712 KM) from Manhattan, Kansas to La Junta, Colorado where my next lodging was booked. I expected to drive around 7 hours...
Abilene Convention & Visitors Bureau Receives Grants
The Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism recently announced its fall round Tourism Marketing Grant recipients and the Abilene Convention & Visitors Bureau will receive an $8,489...
Six Awesome Day Trips: Kansas
Though Kansas is sometimes referred to as one of the “fly over states,” each of the travel regions has amazing points of interest and a wide range of outdoor activities for everyone to enjoy. For...
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13 Quaint Midwest Towns You Must Visit
From the nonstop activity of the City That Never Sleeps to the beautiful year-round climate of the City of Angels, it’s easy to understand why travelers flock to America’s largest metropolitan areas...
11 Kansas Restaurants That Feed Your Heart Along With Your Stomach
Kansas is full to the brim with restaurants we love, cherish, and keep on our bucket lists for later visiting on our road trips. However, we’re always open to adding new favorites or diving back into...
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Jayne: Look beyond own backyard
It was like a Norman Rockwell painting come to life, an idealized version of an America that might or might not still exist — if it ever did at all. And it can be found in Abilene, Kan. Now, Abilene...
The Ultimate Book Lover's Roadtrip
The swish of pages turning. The faint smell of paper and ink as you crack a cover open for the first time. The magic of books can take you anywhere, but a great bookstore can be a destination in and...
9 Must-See Attractions Along Interstate 70 In Kansas
People often complain about Kansas, saying that there’s nothing to experience in the state but one long drive on the interstate. The next time you drive through Kansas, I recommend including a few...
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Abilene, Kansas Was Just Named One Of The Top 10 Historic Towns In America
Kansas doesn’t make a lot of Top 10 lists, but we’re proud to say we’ve found another winner! Kansas was lucky enough to make USA Today’s 10Best list of Best Historic Small Towns, and we couldn’t be...
I-70: 50 Years of Family Vacations, Sunday Drives and Roadside Attractions
2020 marks the 50th anniversary of the completion of I-70 in Kansas. This 424-mile stretch helped pioneer travel and shape how we hit the pavement today. President Eisenhower’s vision extended beyond...