Lexington, Kentucky
People travel to see something new to them, or to revisit somewhere familiar. To celebrate the anniversary of a country’s independence, eat at the restaurants and street food stalls of a famous food…
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Where to next? The start of a new year means an empty calendar and endless possibilities for filling it. Whether you intend to check a bucket list destination off your list, or if this is the year you…
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Experience a Lexington New Year's Eve like no other at a “Times Square-style” celebration in the heart of downtown—both inside and outside at the Central Bank Center! Family-friendly activities start…
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By Bloomberg Pursuits As much as travel writers hate to admit it, nowhere on Earth is actually “new.” So, then, how are we to create a list that offers fresh temptations for ambitious explorers…
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LEXINGTON, KY -- VisitLEX, is thrilled to announce that Lexington has been nominated for the 2024 Best of GayCities Awards in the "Hidden Gems" category. This exciting nomination comes shortly after…
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As the holiday season rolls around, we find ourselves reflecting on the past year and looking forward to all that’s to come in the new one. As a travel editor and list enthusiast, this often involves…
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The food at the Coleman-Richards reunion in Fayette County, Ky., offers a look at the family’s ties to America and Liberia. By Korsha Wilson | Photograph by Andrew Cenci On a Saturday afternoon last…
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The seven-story Manchester hotel is an homage to Lexington’s first bourbon distillery—opened on this very plot in 1865. The arched interiors are a nod to the former rickhouses where stacked barrels…
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LEXINGTON, KY -- VisitLEX has made a significant impact on the travel industry, earning top honors at the Kentucky Travel Industry Association's Traverse Awards. The organization, representing more…
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The Local Palate’s Culinary Towns issue spotlights Lexington in this 4-page spread. The piece features Tuk Tuk, The Apiary, Coles, Constitution, Blue Door Smokehouse, The Obstinate Sons, Crank & Boom…
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LEXINGTON, KY -- Lexington has made it onto the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards ballot for 2025, and voting is now open. Lexington is one of the nominations for best city. In addition, five…
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Artful Accommodations: 10 Hotels That Celebrate Art And Culture Celebrate National Art and Humanities Month at these 10 hotels that combine luxury accommodations with world-class art collections…
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