Are you tired of the hustle and bustle of everyday life? Are you longing for a vacation but don’t have the funds? Believe me; I hear you… and fortunately for us, the perfect staycation is located right here in the Sunflower State. For a relaxing and rejuvenating experience that can fit into both your budget and two-day weekend, you want to visit Cottonwood Falls.
Located in the heart of the spectacular Flint Hills is this small, historic town that proves to be both tranquil, yet lively at the same time. Are you looking to make the most of your weekend vacation? Just follow our handy agenda:
Since check-in time at your fabulous accommodations isn't for another few hours, now is the perfect time to explore the town... and what better way to do so than by taking in all of the unique shops and boutiques along Broadway Street?
From vintage thrift stores (pictured) to arts galleries to clothing stores and more, there are plenty of enjoyable shopping/browsing opportunities for every member of your group.
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Are you ready to know where you'll be staying the night? Why, you're at the historic Grand Central Hotel, of course.
It doesn't get any more "grand" than the quaint and elegant Grand Central Hotel, which is adorned in both charming western decor and comfortable amenities.
Are you getting hungry yet? (I know I am...) Fortunately, the wait for dinner isn't long, as your table is just downstairs at the Grand Central Grill.
What sounds good? A juicy steak? Mouthwatering hamburger? Soup and salad? No matter what you crave, the Grand Central Hotel & Grill will cook it up to your liking.
Alright, time to get some rest! You have a long (and fun!) day ahead of you tomorrow…
*12 hours later*
Good morning! Are you ready to begin Day 2 of your Kansas staycation? Me too; let’s begin with breakfast.
On Saturdays and Sundays, there is no better place to brunch than the Keller Feed & Wine Co., which replaced the legendary Emma Chase Cafe after Emma (Sue Smith) decided to retire.
Now that you have finished the most important meal of the day, it's time to start your adventure... hiking the amazing Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve.
The unforgettable 10,894 acre prairie, which used to cover more than 400,000 square miles of North America, is truly a gem to behold. Plan to stay awhile to explore the native wildlife, historic buildings and calm surroundings that only comes from such a picture-perfect area.
Sadly, our Flint Hills getaway is coming to an end... but there is still time to get a tasty early dinner (since you spent so much time at the Tallgrass Prairie) at Ad Astra Food and Drink.
Located just down the street (AKA the Scenic Byway 177) from Cottonwood Falls is Strong City and their popular Ad Astra Food and Drink, which serves charcuterie plates, American cuisine, vegan options and basically anything else your taste buds desire.
Who will you be taking on your two-day getaway?
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