FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER

Welcome to February—the month of love and a perfect time to reflect on why I truly love the tourism industry here in Kansas. Lately, what has inspired me the most is the collaboration I see happening every day across our state—communities working together, partners sharing ideas and resources, and organizations aligning around a shared goal of welcoming visitors and strengthening local economies. 

This year has already kicked off at a crazy pace – and I believe it is only going to accelerate. The Kansas tourism industry is on the move. February is a good month to remember that tourism succeeds because of relationships, passion, and a deep pride of place, and those qualities are on full display in the work you do. Thank you for your creativity, your cooperation, and your continued commitment to showcasing the very best of Kansas. 

Hang on everyone – it’s going to be a great year!

To The Stars,

It's that time again! Would you like the ability to reach thousands of people about your destination or business for a mere $80? Be sure to purchase a listing in the 2027 Kansas Travel Guide. You can find details about how to purchase your listing here or contact Jordan Roemerman.

GUIDE LISTING DEADLINES

EARLY BIRD – Thru February 28

GENERAL – March 1 – March 31

PAYMENT DUE – June 1

LISTING PRICES

EARLY BIRD - $80 Standard & $120 Highlighted

GENERAL - $100 Standard & $140 Highlighted

Don't forget if you are a DMO you get a free listing, but it still needs to be entered as a Visitor Resource.

Contact Kelli if you would like for her to come to your office for training on the Extranet.

Join us IN-PERSON for the next tourism industry huddle on Wednesday, February 11th at 1:00 – 3:00 PM. This month’s huddle will be held in conjunction with TIAK’s Destination Statehouse, and will provide a great opportunity for you to connect with other members of the tourism industry. Kansas Tourism is providing free admission for huddle attendees to the Kansas Museum of History, 6425 SW 6th Ave. in Topeka. You will be able to explore the newly renovated museum, including a temporary exhibit celebrating 80 years of KANSAS! magazine. We look forward to seeing you there!

Check out the Industry Page to view previous huddles.

Kansas Arts Commission grant applications will open later this month. Register for an upcoming webinar to learn more: February 19, February 25, February 26. 

For other grants available from the Kansas Department of Commerce click here. 

Sunflower Foundation is accepting RFPs for their Sunflower Trails: Paving the Way – From Blazing Trails to Building Community grant program. Three opportunities are available and due February 20th. 

Join the Washburn Small Business Development Center on Monday, March 23rd, at the Northeast Kansas Heritage Complex in Holton for a full day of valuable insights tailored to agritourism businesses. Open to all agritourism operators across Kansas, this event will focus on hands-on marketing training that can help you take your business to the next level. Industry experts will be on hand to share knowledge and answer your questions, whether you are looking to grow your agritourism business or to refine your marketing strategies. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for registration opening later this month.

Have you connected with your local tourism marketing region yet? Kansas Tourism has made it a priority to market the state regionally as visitors respond well to this approach. In Kansas there are six tourism regions, and each region has an organization that represents their members. By being a part of your regional organization, you have access to additional marketing and advertising opportunities. Kansas Tourism depends heavily on these regional organizations to help direct our marketing efforts. If you are not sure what region you are in, or how to get in contact with them, reach out to Kelli Orender and she can help you get to the correct person. 

To find out when the next meeting is in your region click here.

For a full list of industry events click here.

We are continuously getting new and renewing Kansas Agritourism businesses that we'd love for you to explore and highlight in your own communities! For more information on the Kansas Agritourism Program, please click here.

New & Renewing in January 2026