Kansas City

At the confluence of the Missouri and Kansas rivers, Kansas City is a Midwest destination known for its smoking hot barbecue, myriad tinkling fountains, rich cultural heritage and an especially abiding love for jazz. Downtown revival promises hours of strolls along the waterfront, one-of-a-kind boutiques and a thriving art scene that promises something for every kind of visitor. From history to theater, architecture, food, music, nightlife and shopping, there are plenty of avenues to explore as one soaks in the city's local atmosphere. Landmarks of importance include the National World War I Museum at Liberty Memorial, Union Station and Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, while the atmospheric aura of the 18th & Vine Historic Jazz District is simply spectacular.