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See More, Spend Less this Summer in KC

For Immediate Release: May 15, 2009

Kansas City is now on sale with hundreds of "Sunsational" discounts

Contact: Alan Carr, 816-691-3829 • Derek Klaus, 816-691-3849

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Just in time for summer, Kansas City has launched a season-long savings promotion called “Sunsational KC.” Now through the end of August, visitors and residents can cash in on almost 200 special offers and discounts in Kansas City—including 2-for-1 attraction specials and hotel rates as low as $49. The citywide deals cover everything from dining and museums to shopping and theater. For a complete list of Kansas City’s summertime bargains, go to VisitKC.com and click on “Sunsational KC.”


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In addition to rates starting at $49, several Kansas City hotels are offering free theme park passes, gift certificates and other great incentives to sweeten the deal.


For these and hundreds of other special offers and discounts, go to VisitKC.com and click on “Sunsational KC.” All offers are subject to availability. 


About the Kansas City Convention & Visitors Association
The Kansas City Convention & Visitors Association is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to enhance economic growth and quality of life for the region and its residents through marketing, sales and service for the convention and tourism industries. For more information about all there is to see and do in Kansas City, visit the organization’s Web site at VisitKC.com.

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18th & Vine Historic Jazz District
Caption: The Museums at 18th & Vine include the American Jazz Museum and Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.
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Aladdin Holiday Inn
Caption: Described as "vintage hip," this 193-room Kansas City landmark re-opened in spring 2007 following an extensive historic preservation.
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American Jazz Museum, Charlie Parker sax
Caption: The American Jazz Museum tells the story of this American art form with artifacts such as a Charlie Parker saxophone.
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Argosy Casino, casino floor
Caption: The Mediterranean-themed Argosy Casino, Hotel & Spa features more than 1,800 coinless slot machines, 40 table games and a live action poker room.
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College Basketball Experience
Caption: Located in the new Sprint Center, this attraction celebrates college basketball by placing visitors in electrifying, game-like situations. Photo credit: Erik Miner
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Country Club Plaza
Caption: The Moorish architecture of the 14-square-block Country Club Plaza is modeled after Seville, Spain.
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Country Club Plaza Shopping
Caption: The Country Club Plaza offers 14 blocks of shopping amid beautiful Spanish architecture, fountains and statues.
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Crown Center Square
Caption: This festival square plays host to several events throughout the year, including ethnic festivals, antique shows and concerts.
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Downtown Skyline
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J.C. Nichols Fountain
Caption: The J.C. Nichols Memorial Fountain at the Country Club Plaza is one of the most photographed fountains in the city.
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Jesse James Farm Home, grave and home
Caption: This home where Frank and Jesse James grew up features Jesse's original gravesite.
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Kansas City Power & Light District
Caption: Just steps from the Convention Center, the Power & Light District features eight blocks of dining, nightlife and entertainment venues. This image is not available for download.
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Kansas City Royals, Kauffman Stadium
Caption: The Kansas City Royals play more than 80 home games each year at Kauffman Stadium.
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Kansas City Zoo, tiger
Caption: Home to more than 1,000 animals, the Kansas City Zoo celebrates 100 years in 2009.
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Legends at Village West
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Lidia's Restaurant Kansas City
Caption: Lidia Bastianich, regarded as the first lady of Italian cuisine, opened this popular restaurant in a historic Freight House Building.
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National WWI Museum at Liberty Memorial, wide exterior
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Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, exhibits
Caption: The first professional Negro Leagues were founded in Kansas City in 1920, just two blocks from the museum.
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Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Bloch Building
Caption: The new Bloch Building at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art opened on June 9, 2007.
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Worlds of Fun
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