I provide travel recommendations for families with teens, as well as travel planning advice to get the most out of your vacation.
Why Kansas City’s the Hot New Spot (Hint: Taylor)
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Hey there, So, Taylor Swift said yes, and suddenly Kansas City is the center of the universe. While Swifties everywhere are dreaming of wedding dresses and Super Bowl rings, I’m over here thinking… it’s about time Kansas City got some love. Truth? It was one of my most surprising favorite cities. We stayed right downtown at an IHG hotel, explored the Power & Light District (hello, food and live music!), and spent a peaceful afternoon at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. That sculpture garden? Gorgeous. And if you’re into history or culture, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and the American Jazz Museum both blew me away. KC has that perfect blend of artsy, laid-back, and family-friendly — without the big city stress or price tag. I’m actually going back in October, and I already can’t wait. If you’re ready to see what all the hype is about (and maybe get a little Taylor-and-Travis magic for your own crew), now’s the time to start planning. First step? Pick your hotel
Talk soon,
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Tonya Denmark
I provide travel recommendations for families with teens, as well as travel planning advice to get the most out of your vacation.
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