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 of it has been kept in its natural state or close to it. […]
Act fast! National Parks Lifetime Passes for seniors soon jump from $10 to $80
Though a hefty number of National Parks are free for all, many still charge a fee. And with the coffers a bit low, NPS is raising entry prices across the board. Now comes word that what used to be one the best deals around is about to be a bit less of a deal. The […]
Tips for Getting the Best Rate at Hotels
Lodging is one of the biggest expenses when you go on vacation, so it pays to learn a few tips for getting the best rate at hotels. Having worked in the sales office of a local hotel, I know this: Room rates are not set in stone. However, it is very much a matter of […]
Save on Summer Vacation Travel – Can a Travel Agent Save You Money?
In this age of discount travel websites and Groupon Getaways, most of us take to the Internet to plan our vacations. But does the DIY approach always save us more money? Perhaps, but in all of our bargain hunting, it may pay off to call a real live travel agent. There are several reasons for […]
Free Admission to the Amelia Earhart Festival in Atchinson
Are you looking for a fun getaway for the family before school starts? I’ve heard good things about the Amelia Earhart Festival in Atchinson (they say they have the best fireworks show you’ll ever see), which begins this week with the opening of the carnival on Wednesday, July 13, 2011. Some of the events — […]
Free Film Screening 650 Feet Underground
Advance reservations are required for this free screening of the documentary Happy at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 15, 2010 in the Kansas Underground Salt Museum. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Children aged 12 and over are welcome to attend. Admission is only available for the first 200 registered visitors. Visit the Kansas Underground Salt Museum […]
Discounted Tickets to the Kansas City Renaissance Festival
Since I know a few people who are going, I thought other Wichitans might be interested in this tip from Kansas City on the Cheap on how to get discounted tickets for the Kansas City Renaissance Festival. Huzzah! (Whatever that means. :)) Wichita Renaissance Festival Discounts Of course, staying in town and going to the […]
Military and Public Safety Get in Free to Worlds of Fun
Check out this post from Kansas City on the Cheap to find out how military and public safety personnel can get in to Worlds of Fun for free.
Free Entry and Fishing Clinic at Clinton State Park
What fun! This Saturday, August 14, 2010, Clinton State Park is offering free park entrance. In addition to the free entrance, special youth activities are schedule, including a fishing clinic and an “Animal Show & Tell” that are also free. Arrive early for the fishing derby from 9-11 a.m. Kids participating in the free fishing […]
Hot Air Balloon Tether Rides in Ark City
The Ark City Friends of the Renaissance Festival are raising funds with $5 Hot Air Balloon Tether rides on August 14, 2010, beginning at 7 p.m. The event is being held at the Cherokee Strip Land Rush Museum. A free kids’ carnival with bounce houses, face-painting, and fun carnival games will begin at 5 p.m. […]
Spending Spring Break in KC?
Visit Kansas City on the Cheap to catch music events, St. Patrick’s Day festivities, dining and shopping deals, and other “on the cheap” activities.
Free Museum Admission to Bank of America Cardholders
As part of its Museums on Us program, Bank of America is offering its cardholders free admission to the Wichita Art Museum on the first full weekend of every month. All you need is a valid photo ID and a Bank of America/Merrill Lynch card to get one admission free. The first weekend of the […]