Getaways

Vacations, weekend getaways, and day trips from the Wichita, KS area.

Groupon: extra discounts for Wichita, KS

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Getting a Groupon for a local place is already going to be a good deal, but you can get an even better deal when Groupons go on sale, like they are right now. You can take an extra percent off local Groupon deals using a promo code. These … [Read more...] about Groupon: extra discounts for Wichita, KS

The Best Christmas Light Displays in Wichita for 2019

Over the years, readers have asked where they can see Christmas light displays in Wichita, and that's a great idea for a post because driving around looking at the lights is not only a fun family tradition, it's also … [Read more...] about The Best Christmas Light Displays in Wichita for 2019

Fall Farm Fun: Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes near Wichita

Every year we see wonderful family-owned farms near Wichita that offer pumpkin patches, corn mazes, and other fall fun for families. These are some of the best pumpkin patches in Kansas, and every year they seem to get even better. I've … [Read more...] about Fall Farm Fun: Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes near Wichita

4th graders (and their families) can get in free to National Parks

Do you have a fourth grader this year? "Every Kid in a Park" is an annual program of the U.S. government that provides free passes to National Parks for fourth grade students. The program was established to allow fourth graders and their … [Read more...] about 4th graders (and their families) can get in free to National Parks

Save on Kansas State Parks When You Renew Your Tags

Save on Kansas State Parks Annual Vehicle Pass When You Renew Your Tags When you renew your tags in Kansas this year, you'll have an extra option: You can get a big discount on the Kansas State Parks annual vehicle pass during the … [Read more...] about Save on Kansas State Parks When You Renew Your Tags

FREE Admission to America’s National Parks

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Here's a big deal: The National Park Service offers four fee-free days in 2019. On these FREE days at U.S. National Parks, you'll pay nothing to get in to 133 national parks across the country that normally charge a fee. During the … [Read more...] about FREE Admission to America’s National Parks

You-pick farms near Wichita

Every year readers ask me where they can find "you-pick" places in the Wichita area. They're talking about the orchards and farms where families can go pick fresh produce right off the tree or vine. This is so much fun to do, and it's a … [Read more...] about You-pick farms near Wichita

Kansas Road Trip Travel Essentials

From the Flint Hills to the sunflower fields, the waterfalls to the spectacular sunsets and beyond, Kansas is a beautiful state. There is so much to see and explore! One of the great things about our state is that so much … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip Travel Essentials

Kansas Road Trip: Coronado Heights

Approximately 80 miles northwest of Wichita, you will find the Coronado Heights Castle atop the only hill for miles around. It is a fun place to explore with your family and makes a great family road trip. Read about our family day trip … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Coronado Heights

Kansas sunflower fields in bloom

Seeing row after row of blooming sunflowers - it's one of the perks of living in Kansas. Lots of readers have asked me where they could find sunflower fields in bloom near Wichita or around the state. In the past, that wasn't … [Read more...] about Kansas sunflower fields in bloom

Western Kansas Getaway: Monument Rocks and Lake Scott State Park

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One of the best Kansas getaways (if you love the great outdoors) is Monument Rocks Chalk Pyramids and Lake Scott State Park. We visited one year in early July and it was a great family experience. It's not exactly a day trip from Wichita, … [Read more...] about Western Kansas Getaway: Monument Rocks and Lake Scott State Park

Kansas Road Trip: Cowley State Fishing Lake Waterfall

The waterfall at Cowley State Fishing Lake in Arkansas City (aka Ark City) is a fun place to explore, and not too far from Wichita! Read about our family day trip and get a few helpful tips to make your visit fun and successful. More … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Cowley State Fishing Lake Waterfall

Kansas Road Trip: Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve

Here's a free family getaway you'll be remembering long after its done. If you live in Wichita or nearby, you have an easy drive to see and experience something rare and unique. This is also a really fun and educational day trip! At the … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve

Kansas Road Trip: Mushroom Rock State Park & Kanopolis Lake State Park

Last summer, my sister and I packed up the kids and went on some fantastic day trips from Wichita. On our first Kansas road trip of the summer, we visited Mushroom Rock State Park and Kanopolis Lake State Park. Mushroom Rock State … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Mushroom Rock State Park & Kanopolis Lake State Park

Kansas Road Trip: Maxwell Wildlife Refuge and McPherson State Fishing Lake

About an hour north of Wichita, the buffalo roam (bison, really - and elk too) at the Maxwell Wildlife Refuge. It shares a boundary with McPherson State Fishing Lake, so this is a great two-for-one family road trip! :) Check out our … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Maxwell Wildlife Refuge and McPherson State Fishing Lake