Leisure and Travel Blog

The pressure is on. You are in Overland Park on vacation and you just realized that there is an hour you forgot to plan an activity for. Think fast, what are you going to do?

In the US, 26% of PTO and vacation days go unused. If you have two weeks of vacation, there’s a good chance you are leaving two and half days of paid time off on the table. Nooooo! 

With the ease of internet shopping and same day delivery, the fun of holiday shopping has started to elude us. Why not change all of that this year by shopping small?

The holidays are upon us and we’re making spirits extra bright here in KC | OP.

For those who believe shopping and travel go hand in hand 🙋 KC | OP is the getaway for you.

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.