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- 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)
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15 Best Midwest Road Trips – Scenic Routes You Can’t Miss
Ahhh, the Midwest. Vast landscapes with beautiful scenery, the ability to connect with nature and fun attractions. One of the best ways to explore the middle of the USA is with a Midwest road trip!...
Uncovering Kansas - Everyday Wanderer
In April 2020’s episode of Uncovering Kansas, Rachel talks with Kansan Sage Scott, a travel blogger. They talk about travel vs vacation; of inspiring someone to travel and explore rather than...
Escapes: Do we dare dream about travel?
Should we dare to start dreaming again about a return to that special place, a first-time visit to a new one, a world not shackled to the vagaries of a virus? "There are lots of bromides I could...
Best Small-Town Fourth Of July Celebrations In The Midwest
The Fourth of July is a holiday that we all enjoy with family and friends. It arrives during the thick of summer, which is ideal for outdoor activities in the Midwest. There are many towns that offer...
The Best Tourism Websites in the US (to Build Your Travel Bucket List)
While most travel and tourism websites provide recommendations on things to do, places to eat, and where to stay, only the best tourism websites offer additional features, interactive tools, and...
The Best Hotel in Every State, Under $100 Per Night
Budget Travel in All 50 States Finding a hotel that costs less than $100 per night can be challenging, particularly if you're looking for a property that provides a clean, comfortable, and enjoyable...
Named The Most Beautiful Small Town In Kansas, Take A Closer Look At Abilene
If you aren’t a reader of House Beautiful, then you may have missed that they named Abilene as Kansas’s most beautiful small town. Abilene is by far one of our best, and though many are familiar with...
This Notorious Flyover State Is So Weird It's Worth Driving Through
Consider building sightseeing time into your next I-70 trip across Kansas. There’s nothing quite like a cross-country road trip to clear your head and stimulate your senses. But if you only follow...
How to get the most out of your visit to the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum in Abilene, Kansas
A recently renovated presidential museum is open in Abilene, Kansas. The Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library & Museum is now open to all visitors. I have had the opportunity to visit this...
This Amazing Taco Trail In Kansas Takes You To 8 Tasty Restaurants
You’ve seen our love for fried chicken, our desire for ice cream, and many other great food trails in Kansas, but this trail will have your taste buds dancing and your hands reaching for a good...
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Check All 8 Wonders Of Kansas Off Your Travel List This Year
A few years ago, Kansans voted for their favorite attractions to represent the 8 best of what we have to offer. Across the whole state, these 8 places shined above the rest to become our official top...
Celebrate your valentine all year long in these beautiful properties across the United States
February is a month of love and I have found the 10 most romantic properties in the U.S. for you. Did you know that there are several places across the United States where you can stay to celebrate...
A Road Trip Through the Flint Hills, Kansas
My visit to Kansas turned into a photogenic road trip as I left the city of Wichita en route to visit Kansas City. Taking K-177, I found myself driving across the illustrious rolling hills, the Flint...
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...
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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,...
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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...