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

THE HOUSE THAT SETH BUILT: Council Grove's Hays House is the oldest Restaurant in Kansas

Welcoming famished travelers for over 165 years, from the days of the Santa Fe Trail to present in Council Grove, Kansas.

Andrea LaRayne Etzel

BONAVENTURE: A Visit to Savannah's Famous Cemetery

The term "hauntingly, beautiful" is what I would use to describe Bonaventure Cemetery. One of the most well-known cemeteries in the US.

Andrea LaRayne Etzel

KANSAS CAPITOL: Ultimate Guide to the Statehouse of the Sunflower State

An iconic piece of architecture, the Kansas Capitol is a building built in the reflection of the pioneer spirit of our state.

Andrea LaRayne Etzel

HISTORIC LAKE SCOTT STATE PARK: Where History & Adventure Come Together

Historic Lake Scott State Park in Kansas, a western oasis where history, outdoor adventure, and tranquility come together.