Southern Starts in Lexington, Kentucky

Visit Lexington, Kentucky's CVB - Plan Your Lexington, Vacation

Lexington, Kentucky is a true Southern city, known for its stunning landscapes, championship horses and a culture rich in Bluegrass tradition. Lexington resounds with emerging artists, world-class events and eclectic dining. Known as the Horse Capital of the World, you can meet past Kentucky Derby champions or maybe even catch a glimpse of a future winner on the world’s most famous horse farms and racetracks. Beyond its rich equine heritage, Lexington boasts the perfect place to begin your exploration of the birthplace of Bourbon, America’s only native spirit. Come see why Southern Starts Here.

For more information, call the Lexington CVB at 1-800-845-3959 or visit www.visitlex.com.

Lexington CVB
301 East Vine Street
Lexington, KY 40507
800-845-3959
www.visitlex.com

 Follow the Country Music Highway “Road to Fame” to Prestonburg, Kentucky

Visit Prestonsburg, Kenucky

The attractions in Prestonsburg can suit the travel thirst for all ages. The diverse and fun places to visit range from water recreation, music entertainment, elk watching, harness racing, craft shopping, golf, and all kinds of special events.

Speaking of thirst, have you ever wondered why so many national artists hail from right here in Eastern Kentucky? Well, we think it’s in the water! So, beginning in 2012 our US 23 Country Music Highway “Road to Fame” talent search contests will be searching for the next Loretta Lynn, or Ricky Skaggs, or even Dwight Yoakum. Competitions begin soon, with the grand finale June 16 at the Mountain Arts Center. Go to www.cmhroadtofame.com for details.

Enjoy the fine places to lodge and eat and enjoy the great hospitality. Call us for detailed information at 800-844-4704 or visit www.prestonsburgky.org.

HAPPY TRAILS MY FRIEND!

Visit Mammoth Cave National Park

Mammoth Cave National Park Kentucky

Plan an extended visit to Cave Country and stay at Mammoth Cave Hotel, open summers and weekends in the winter. Stay in the hotel, historic cabins or large group-sized cottages. There is a restaurant, coffee shop and fast food eatery (open summers) and an award-winning gift shop featuring Kentucky crafts/gifts.

Since 1816, Mammoth Cave has been astounding tourists with its enormous caverns and guided tours. With over 350 miles surveyed and counting, Mammoth Cave is the world’s largest known cave system. A variety of tours are offered for experienced spelunkers, families and groups; buy tickets at the Visitor Center. The National Park spans nearly 53,000 acres; enjoy 70 miles of biking, hiking and horseback riding trails. The Park’s rather hilly picturesque Railroad Hike and Bike Trail follows the historic train tracks that brought early visitors to the Cave from Park City.

For reservations, call the hotel at 270-758-2225. Cave tours: 800-967-2283.

Visit www.travel-forever.com for Park and Hotel information and on-line reservations.

Group pricing, meeting rooms, catering and pet friendly.

Looking for the perfect vacation destination? Want to get away from the daily grind and take a break from the hustle and bustle?  The Marshall County/Kentucky Lake area offers a variety of attractions and activities for the whole family to enjoy.

KentuckyLake offers visitors great lodging, dining and recreation, right in the center of it all! The possibilities are virtually endless. You can completely relax at any one of our 50+ resorts, motels, bed and breakfasts, campgrounds and condominiums. Dive into the countless options of recreational activities from volleyball to jet skiing, boating, tennis, golf, fishing and hunting or just relaxing.

Whatever season, whatever reason, the Marshall County/Kentucky Lake area is the right choice for your next vacation.

Marshall County Tourist Commission
93 Carroll Rd., Benton, KY  42025
800-467-7145
www.kentuckylake.org

Visit Mammoth Cave National Park, Kentucky

Plan an extended visit to Cave Country and stay at Mammoth Cave Hotel, open summers & weekends in the winter. Stay in the hotel, historic cabins or large group-sized cottages. There’s a restaurant, coffee shop and fast food eatery (open summers) and an award-winning gift shop featuring Kentucky crafts/gifts.

Since 1816, Mammoth Cave has been astounding tourists with its enormous caverns and guided tours. With over 350 miles surveyed and counting, Mammoth Cave is the world’s largest known cave system. A variety of tours are offered for experienced spelunkers, families and groups. A new Visitor Center opened in 2010 featuring interpretive displays and information. The National Park spans nearly 53,000 acres; enjoy 70 miles of biking, hiking and horseback riding trails.

For reservations, call the hotel at 270-758-2225. Cave tours: 800-967-2283.

Visit www.travel-forever.com for Park and Hotel information and on-line reservations.

Group pricing, meeting rooms, catering and pet friendly.

Lexington, Kentucky is famous for its rolling hills, stunning landscapes, championship horses and a culture rich in Bluegrass tradition. Just beyond this pristine surface, however, Lexington resounds with excitement. Emerging local artists, world-class events, eclectic cuisine and thrilling discoveries are all part of the unexpected surprises you’ll find here. 

This fall, discover the allure of Lexington. The choices abound, from visiting unique regional festivals, to spending an afternoon at the spectacular Kentucky Horse Park, maybe even catching a glimpse of a future champion on the world’s most famous horse farms. Not a horse fan? Visit beautiful (and working) distilleries of the world’s most recognizable bourbons, dine at one of the city’s award-winning restaurants, or discover hidden secrets of American history by touring one of the many historic homes located here.

For more information, call the Lexington Convention and Visitors Bureau at

1-800-845-3959 or visit www.visitlex.com

Make holiday memories in Hopkinsville this year. Bring the family and enjoy the Festival of Trees, Christmas Parade, A Christmas Carol, the Musical, Madrigal Feast or the Polar Express.  These and other entertainment opportunities will be waiting for you this fall.

For details on these events and others, visit our website at www.visithopkinsville.travel. Request a visitor’s guide by emailing tourism@visithopkinsville.com or call 1-866-324-2616

Save March 16^th & 17^th, 2012 to attend the 20^th Edgar Cayce Hometown Seminar in Hopkinsville, KY. Mr. Cayce is considered by many to be the greatest psychic of the 20^th Century. From early schoolhouses to the church in which he confessed faith in Christ, gain a new perspective on “The Sleeping Prophet” by seeing the environment in which he lived.