Visit USA 2020 Travel Planner

30 visitusa.org.uk BE INSPIRED Big skies, wide horizons Searching for the real heart and soul of America? You'll find it here, in the land of a million photo opportunities Visit Kansas & Oklahoma U nder the canopy of a big blue sky, the seemingly endless Great Plains and the unique Tallgrass Prairie – alive with flora and fauna – signpost the heart and soul of America. The folks are kind; unassuming, but full of humour; warm-hearted and hospitable, with a twinkle in the eye. Kansans and Okies are proud of their history and their roots and they love to share a story. Cowboy and American Indian lifestyles thrive comfortably in vibrant cities and quirky communities large and small, and visitors are genuinely welcome. Rhythm & routes Live music is ‘in the air’ throughout these Heartland States. Classical, country, red dirt, pop, rock and bluegrass concerts and festivals abound, and little wonder. Many legendary artists hail from Kansas and Oklahoma – Blake Shelton, Melissa Etheridge, Carrie Underwood and JJ Cale among them. Leon Russell’s Church Studio and the Woody Guthrie Center in Tulsa, and OKC’s American Banjo Museum are ‘must visit’ stops for music lovers. Farm to fork Lip-smacking down-home food is a given: fried chicken, BBQ, onion burgers and pie (with ice cream!). But there’s much more. The diverse, locally-sourced food scene is thriving – food trucks to fine dining – and it’s growing fast around the two states. “Kansas and Oklahoma are crisscrossed by historic trails that bring to life the story of a young nation. They are alive with Western and American Indian culture, vibrant cities, quirky towns, and stunning landscapes” ROUTE 66 There is no richer section of Route 66 than the 13 miles in Kansas and Oklahoma’s 400+ miles of drivable old road. It's an unforgettable patchwork of historic places, with photo ops around every corner. NATIVE AMERICA For many American Indian communities, Kansas & Oklahoma are home. Each is proud of its unique culture, which it shares with visitors through pow wows and 'living history' centres. COWBOY CULTURE Longhorn cattle and crop-raising are still a vital way of life, with country rodeos (May-Nov) providing excitement for visitors young and old. STATE PARKS Popular State Parks cover a spectrum of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, horse-riding, kayaking, swimming and golf. SCENIC BYWAYS Kansas boasts 13 themed and signposted byways, each ideal for a meandering road trip where it's all about the journey rather than the destination. BE INSPIRED, VISIT TRAVELKSOK.CO.UK