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For Immediate Release: July 22, 2008Why travel far when there's KC? Contact: Laren Mahoney , 816-691-3851 • Alan Carr, 816-691-3829
The rising cost of travel has deterred vacationers from exotic vacations this summer. But don't cancel getaway plans just yet-come to Kansas City. This centrally-located metropolis offers world-class attractions, museums and events that leave travelers feeling like they've journeyed across the world, while saving some serious dough. For the second straight year, Kansas City made Hotwire.com's list of the top 10 affordable vacation destinations in America thanks to the city's mix of value and entertainment options. Take a trip this summer to Kansas City and discover the visitor hotspots that offer global appeal. -Instead of Spain, visit the Country Club Plaza -Instead of New York art museums, visit The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art -Instead of going to Dublin, come to Kansas City Irish Fest -Instead of the museums and monuments on the National Mall, visit the National WWI Museum at Liberty Memorial -Instead of Orlando, visit Worlds of Fun -Instead of a Broadway show in the Big Apple, visit Starlight -Instead of a beer in Germany or Belgium, try a Boulevard in KC
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Boulevard Brewing Co. Caption: Established in 1989, Boulevard has grown to be among the largest and most respected specialty brewers in the Midwest. Download: Low-Res; High-Res
Country Club Plaza Caption: The Moorish architecture of the 14-square-block Country Club Plaza is modeled after Seville, Spain. Download: Low-Res; High-Res
Kansas City Irish Fest Caption: Voted Kansas City's Favorite Festival, Irish Fest occurs every Labor Day weekend at Crown Center Square. Download: Low-Res; High-Res
National WWI Museum at Liberty Memorial, tower exterior Caption: A monument to World War I, the Liberty Memorial stands 217 feet tall and offers spectacular views of Kansas City. Download: Low-Res; High-Res
Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Bloch Building Caption: The new Bloch Building at The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art opened on June 9, 2007. Download: Low-Res; High-Res
Starlight Theatre Caption: Starlight Theatre is the largest outdoor amphitheater of its kind in the nation. Download: Click here to request image.
Worlds of Fun, Camp Snoopy Caption: Camp Snoopy at Worlds of Fun offers kids the chance to meet Peanuts characters. Download: Low-Res; High-Res
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