TRAVEL JOURNAL

WRITINGS FROM MY JOURNEY AROUND KANSAS, THE MIDWEST AND BEYOND. TOPICS COVER INCLUDE TRAVEL, PHOTOGRAPHY, HISTORY, CUISINE AND MORE.

Inspirations Blog: Headliner

Andrea LaRayne Etzel

July: Five Things to Do in Kansas This Month

There are two things you can expect about July in Kansas. First, it's going to be hot, and second, there's always something to do.

Andrea LaRayne Etzel

TULIP TIME IN TOPEKA: Where to see these springtime flower gems and when is the best time to visit

One of Topeka’s most treasured "looks-like-spring-is-finally-here" events is Tulip Time, now known as Jerold Binkley Tulip Time.

Andrea LaRayne Etzel

IT’S KANSAS DAY: Ten Ways to Celebrate Kansas becoming the 34 State in the Union

A special day that marks when Kansas became a state. Here is a list of ways to celebrate the Sunflower State and its people.

Andrea LaRayne Etzel

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS: CELEBRATING ST. LUCIA IN LINDSBORG KANSAS

A traditional Scandinavian holiday, the St. Lucia Festival is a hallmark event in Little Sweden USA - Lindsborg, Kansas.