Getaways

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

Up to 25% off with new Groupon promo code

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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 Up to 25% off with new Groupon promo code

Need a family getaway? Rent an RV for summer vacation or travel

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Sponsored by RVshare.com Every single time my family and I go camping, we talk about how we should do it more often. For us, the camping bug bit early on. My husband and I had both grown up spending summers outdoors, canoeing and … [Read more...] about Need a family getaway? Rent an RV for summer vacation or travel

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

Kansas Scenic Drives

Now is a great time to explore natural areas near us here in Wichita by taking a nice scenic drive with the family. Over the past couple of years, we've been writing about fantastic places to see in our Kansas Road Trips series. I thought … [Read more...] about Kansas Scenic Drives

Kansas Road Trip: Chase State Fishing Lake and Waterfalls

This was one of the most spectacular things I've seen in Kansas. Deep in the Kansas Flint Hills - but not very far from Wichita - you can visit Chase State Fishing Lake and see the waterfalls. Important Kansas disclaimer: … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Chase State Fishing Lake and Waterfalls

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. Don’t want … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Cowley State Fishing Lake Waterfall

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 … [Read more...] about Kansas Road Trip: Coronado Heights

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

State Park Passport: 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 State Park Passport: save on Kansas State Parks when you renew your tags

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

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

Groupons for Great Wolf Lodge

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Groupon currently has deals for a popular family attraction in Kansas City: Groupon for Great Wolf Lodge Groupon is offering discounts of up to 40% off at Great Wolf Lodge! This deal is not only good for the Kansas City Great Wold … [Read more...] about Groupons for Great Wolf Lodge

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

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