Leisure and Travel Blog

Whether your child’s position is forward on a soccer field or middle hitter on a volleyball court, we know that your position as the traveling “Biggest Fan” is an important one. In fact, we think you deserve to have a little fun on this sports trip, too!

Part small town main street, part Park Avenue, Park Place offers a compelling mix of retail, restaurants and entertainment. In the middle of it all is Barkley Square, a community green space that hosts activities and performances year-round, including Johnson County's only outdoor skating rink,

Downtown Overland Park is an eclectic shopping district full of personality, multi-cultural restaurants, and locally-owned shops. Get your taste buds ready and your curiosity heightened as you explore Santa Fe Drive. Let's take a closer look at what awaits you in Downtown Overland Park:

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More than a shopping district, Prairiefire is an immersive experience that combines retail, restaurants and cultural attractions in one can't-miss destination.

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Love the outdoors? Don't miss a chance to explore REI Overland Park, a clothing, accessories and equipment mecca for campers,

A super-regional shopping destination, Oak Park Mall features 185 stores, including favorites such as Barnes and Noble, Nordstrom, Dillards, Eddie Bauer, Banana Republic and more.

Town Center Plaza and Town Center Crossing straddle the Crossroads of Johnson County. They offer an incredible mix of retail and restaurants that combine local favorites with beloved big brands. Here are a few highlights:

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Wander the luxurious furniture showroom of Mitchell Gold + Bob

The corner of 119th and Roe is a treasure trove of dining and shopping - sometimes called the Crossroads of Johnson County. It has a vibrant mix of retail, cuisine and entertainment, this golden corner literally offers everything from delicious fare to free summer concerts and winter ice skating.

Start your ladies-only retreat with primping and pampering at Primp and Blow in Prairiefire. The blow dry and cosmetics bar offers a variety of services including dry styles, updos, blowouts, hair flair and more. You can also opt for makeup and/or eyelash application, as well as a la carte

Made in KC, Prairiefire 5501 W. 135th St., #2320, Overland Park madeinkc.co

Traveling around town you're likely to spot more than a few passerby wearing a Charlie Hustle T-shirt. Like the shuttlecocks on the Nelson-Atkins' lawn, think of Charlie Hustle tees as the sartorial equivalent of a Kansas

This week's topic for our 10 must-see destinations is all about Overland Park Districts: Prairiefire and Downtown Overland Park.

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You might not expect to find a world-class museum in the midst of a shopping and dining district, but that's one of the many things that makes Prairiefire such