We’re on the road again headed west to where Interstate 40, Route 66, and the Chisholm Trail meet - El Reno!
This historic railroad town is the only place in the state where you can still catch a ride on a rail-based trolley, explore the sites from the movie Twisters, and take a bite of the world's largest fried onion burger. And no visit is complete without a stop at Allie’s Baking Boutique to grab a sweet treat… or five!
Buckle up! We're continuing our road trip series and heading southeast of the metro to Shawnee where we found something to do for everyone!
Artists and coffee connoisseurs will want to spend hours creating at Coffee N' Crafts. The inquisitive will love exploring 6,000 artifacts from across the world (including an Egyptian mummy) at the Mabee-Gerrer Museum of Art. And if you've still got some energy left, run it off at Shawnee's premiere indoor playground Play Space, which features a triple wave slide, zip line, arcade, toddler area, and more!
In this week’s episode, Jeff & Rachael are heading northwest to Enid where you can let the kids play and learn at Leonardo’s Children’s Museum and Adventure Quest, try your skills at axe throwing at Enid Axe, explore one of the largest collections of railroad material in the US at the Railroad Museum of Oklahoma, and fill your bellies at Napoli’s - voted Enid's best Italian Food 12 years in a row!
Railbiking is catching on across the nation and you can experience it for yourself right here in OKC at Wheels on Rails! Grab a group (or make new friends) and ride the rails in a unique way while learning about the history of the Oklahoma railway and exercising.
The tours take place at the Oklahoma Railway Museum and run north and east through neighborhoods and the beautiful Lincoln Park Golf Course. It's fun for all ages and abilities!
Whether you’re a rookie or an experienced paintball player, everyone in the family can play along at Normal Paintball!
This private reservation field features a Jeep, helicopter, and tank with games and missions appropriate for all ages and skill levels. Plus, only friends and family you know will be on the field during your event so you can choose what adventure suits your group best.
America's only skeleton museum is located right here in Oklahoma City! Skeletons: Museum of Osteology features displays of over 450 skeletons of animal species worldwide.
This hands-on museum will provide a one-of-a-kind experience that will leave you with a new perspective on nature and its wonderful creatures. View all kinds of species from a tiny hummingbird to a massive 40-foot humpback whale!
Chester's Party Barn & Farm has been in the memory-making business for 23 years! If you've never made some memories of your own at Chester's, now is the perfect time to load up the family and head out to Piedmont for a day of fall fun with pony rides, a petting zoo, tractor rides, barnyard games, a hay maze, a giant slide, and their latest addition - paintball!
If you're visiting in October, make sure you stick around and see how far Chester can chunk a pumpkin. (He's MUCH better at it than, Rachael!)
Enter one of the largest natural gypsum caves in the world right here in Oklahoma at Alabaster Caverns State Park! Take the trip to Freedom, OK, and explore the only gypsum show cave in the US with guided tours that leave promptly on the hour from 9am-4pm.
For a unique adventure, try wild caving or make reservations to cave camp. If that's not your thing, Alabaster Caverns offers RV hookups and tent camping, hiking trails, and recreational facilities like horseshoe pits and volleyball courts.
Welcome to the best café on Route 66! The Hi-Way Café in Vinita, OK is a quintessential Mother Road diner, decorated with iconic symbols of America's past including Big Bill, Betty Boop, and Bob's Big Boy. They offer daily specials (You've gotta try the Thursday meatloaf!), great prices, and a plethora of photo ops.
While you're there, say hi to owner Beth Hilburn and pick a seat next to the Guinness World Record holder 1963 AMC American Rambler covered with 60,066 unique 1/2″ stickers.
This week Jeff & Rachael invite you to enjoy roadside cuisine right out of the 1950s at Sherri’s Diner in Oklahoma City. For nearly three decades, this South OKC establishment has been serving up classic diner fare at breakfast and lunch.
Stop by first thing for a fresh cup of coffee, a plate of eggs, and a stack of Sherri’s famous pancakes.
This hidden gem is mud-bugging' awesome! Jeff & Rachael found a place where you can get a taste of New Orleans right off Route 66 in Yukon, OK!
Stop by for lunch or dinner and try the crawfish etouffee, red beans and rice, gumbo, blackened pork chops, or their best seller - the blackened catfish royale! Oh, and don't sleep on the mouth-watering walnut bread pudding!
Pizza Corral may be the best pizza in southwestern Oklahoma, if not in the state! Folks drive from all over the country to try the mac & cheese pizza, the pickle pizza, and our personal favorite - the Native smoked brisket pizza! (Insert Homer drool gif here) And don't sleep on the cheese bread - it's a true hidden gem!
At the corner of SE 29th and Henney in Choctaw, OK you'll find Fred's Café 29 - a roadside diner with homecooked food and friendly service that has become a gathering place for the community.
The menu features American breakfast and lunch classics at a reasonable price, but what keeps customers coming back is the people.
Stark Art is like nothing you've seen before! As soon as you walk in the door to the gallery, you'll be blown away by the various styles. The walls are lined with everything from colorful pop art to realistic nature scenes and detailed oil portraits, all created by one artist with a lot of personalities - Kevin Stark. And like Kevin himself, his art studio and gallery are WAY more than meets the eye!
This week Jeff & Rachael venture to a museum that is LIT! On fire! Smokin! You get it....
This story is near and dear to Jeff's heart. The Oklahoma State Firefighters Association owns and operates this museum that spotlights restored fire trucks - one from the 1900’s - and the trucks were once used in Oklahoma communities.
All aboard! Jeff and Rachael are riding the rails at the Oklahoma Railway Museum! Other museums offer static exhibits but here, you can actually experience history in motion!
See the steam engines that carried settlers across the Great Plains. Run your fingers over the same handrails your great-great-grandparents touched. And best of all, sign up for a ride and you can actually ride the great trains of yesteryear — just like your ancestors did. (Although they probably didn't have anything as cool as the Polar Express experience!)
Welcome to Willow Coffee! This multi-roaster café in the heart of OKC's Deep Duce District is a MUST VISIT! (Seriously, get the Maple Bourbon latte with oat milk. SO. GOOD.)
Willow Coffee proudly serves espresso from Messenger Coffee in Kansas City, MO, and coffee from Cirque in Tulsa, OK. They also pride themselves on being a community gathering place for all. At Willow Coffee Co. you'll be greeted with warmth, supported in your day-to-day walk through life, and always leave with a quality product.
TIME SLIP is Factory Obscura’s newest temporary experience taking you on a journey outside, inside, and through time. Share some time and space as you slip through the Past, Present, & Future of Factory Obscura. Travel the labyrinth to encounter some classic creatures while exploring and interacting with their newest creations.
Over 3,000 square feet of JOY & WONDER await you… but you only have until September 30, 2024 to experience it! Get your tickets today to TIME SLIP: Tomorrow, Now, & Back Again!
If you're looking to elevate your home with high-end furniture at a fraction of retail cost and have delivered from a local team you can trust. K&N Interior Consignment is a MUST STOP and SHOP!
High-end consignment and new furniture, design consultations, custom drapery, bedding and pillows, accessories, and lighting - K&N does it all!
If you're looking for a romantic getaway cabin during this season of love, River of Love Cabins is for you! Jonnah Whaley and her family have taken rest, relax, and renew to a whole new level! In-room massages, picnic baskets, and a fully stocked cabin with your favorite foods, beverages, flowers, candles, and more!
Trucker Treats is the nation's best seasoned pretzel company, which all started in the family's kitchen in Moore.
Trust us you’ve never tasted crispier, fresher pretzels!
Glacier Chocolate’s story unfolds in their two Tulsa locations - Utica Square and 101st and Yale.
Whether it’s just another Wednesday or Valentine’s, their goal is to inspire happiness through each thoughtfully crafted chocolate. Best of all, those inspirations are made right off the Mother Road Route 66!
Modeled after a Normandy Castle. Castle Falls is where you can make your next event unforgettable!
Unique dining, weddings, or just any excuse to celebrate life, experience the historic charm of Castle Falls Wedding Venue & Restaurant.
The acclaimed Butcher BBQ Stand in Wellston secretly constructed and recently opened a 1970s-inspired bar attached to its Route 66 restaurant.
Uncle Mark’s is a tribute to Butcher BBQ Stand owner Levi Bouska’s uncle and his mother’s childhood home that will fill you with nostalgia. Every detail has been carefully selected to send you back in time.
So stop by, indulge in some delicious meat candy, and belly up to the bar and sample one of the over 120 bourbons!
Foodies, you're gonna love where Jeff and Rachael take you this week - We're going back in time!
Sherri's Diner has been serving up award-winning food for 36 years using 5 generations of recipes. WARNING! You may feel the need to lick your screen. Sorry, not sorry.
This week Jeff and Rachael show us how to live our WEST life!
Find out about this western boutique you've probably walked by 100 times. It has all you're looking for from apparel and jewelry to housewares and the largest selection of Pendleton in the state!
This week Jeff and Rachael travel to Broken Arrow to share 1907 - where you can shop for unique Oklahoma goods of all types made in-house.
From skincare to t-shirts, from jewelry to home decor, 1907 is the perfect place to find something “uniquely Oklahoma.”
This week Jeff and Rachael let you in on a hidden gem in Nicoma Park, Katie’s Pies & More! Katie’s is a custom bakery specializing in pies, cakes, cupcakes, brownies, cheesecakes - and MORE!
We recommend the pumpkin cheesecake. It's a 10/10 on the drool scale!
Gourmet Gallery is a unique gourmet and specialty food store in Edmond, Oklahoma. Whether you're planning a special event, family dinner, need a gift, or you're just looking for a unique snack, you can find it at Gourmet Gallery!
They have everything from imported cheeses and snack items to wine and cocktail accessories and assorted “Made in Oklahoma” products.
Come enjoy a magical Christmas wonderland at the OKC Zoo Safari Lights! Nominated for USA Today's 10Best 2023 Readers’ Choice Travel Awards for Best Zoo Lights, you can take in the all-new gleaming displays with both a walk-thru or drive-though experience complete with snack stops, s'mores stations, panda popcorn, and more!
This week we celebrate the men and women who have fought for America’s freedom. Yukon Veterans Museum lets you experience the personal side of the armed forces while browsing displays of uniforms, photos, maps, and medals.
We're getting spooky in Historic Downtown Guthrie!
Guthrie's always been a focal point for stories of spirits, sprights, and specters; stories of heartbreak, mysterious happenings, and murderous intent. Come walk with us this week IF YOU DARE!
Jump on board and chuga-chuga choo-choo with Jeff & Rachael at the Locomotive Operators of Central Oklahoma in McLoud!
LOCO is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the promotion and enjoyment of large-scale model railroading. The 1/8-scale trains operate on an outdoor railroad across five acres of land that includes seven bridges and an 80-foot tunnel. The first Sunday of each month is reserved as a public run day when all can come out and play trains from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
This week Jeff & Rachael found the perfect resource for parents!
Metro Family Magazine celebrates its 25th year and it all started because Sarah Taylor, Publisher and Owner, realized Oklahoma families need help finding fun ways to connect and grow together.
This week Jeff & Rachael go Hollywood in Wakita, OK!
The Twister Movie Museum is housed in the location office of the movie and contains information and videos on the making of "Twister." Make plans to visit Richard and Mandy Gross today and learn more about the movie that inspired a generation of storm chasers and meteorologists.
This week Jeff & Rachael show us how to get away without going away at Oklahoma City’s finest bed and breakfast and luxurious inn.
Two Hearts Inn was designed to encourage you in a lavish and relaxing environment. All of their suites are designed so you can renew, rekindle, and relax.
Jeff & Rachael are embracing their inner children at the World's Biggest Bounce Park! Pack up the family and head to Sooner Mall in Norman to experience FunBox!
Tackle the mountain challenge, test your might running through the obstacle course, slip down the 23-foot slide, then cool off with a snow cone! Plus, each visit helps support Angels Foster Family Network
This week we’re visiting a museum with a collection of 40,000+ artifacts and photographs that highlight over a century of Edmond's history.
Jeff & Rachael visually tell the story of Edmond, OK from the Land Run to the present day at the Edmond History Museum.
Come explore a notorious hideout for frontier outlaws that has become one of Oklahoma’s favorite state parks with unique lodging, delicious food, and stunning scenery. No matter what you enjoy doing, Robbers Cave State Park is the perfect destination offering lakes, hills, fishing, ATVing, and some awesome hiking trails!
Kendall's where everyone is family! Kendall's is family a owned restaurant that has been serving home-style cooking for over 30 years in Noble, OK.
Come in and explore their Grand Ladies of Oklahoma Museum, maybe experience the spirits that live within our building, and of course don't miss out on the Chicken Fry Challenge and THOSE cinnamon rolls!
Oklahoma River Cruises is the way to discover some of Oklahoma City’s hidden treasures. That's why Jeff & Rachael jumped on the Devon Pioneer with Captain Mark Andrews for this week's "I Had No Idea” moment.
Jeff & Rachael's latest find has over a decade of treating everyone to the most indulgent and lovingly crafted confections in town. When they say everyone, they mean everyone! Goodies for those with dietary restrictions—that’s why they offer gluten and vegan-friendly options for almost all of the menu items.
Ride along with Jeff & Rachael to Keystone State Park in northeast Oklahoma, near Sand Springs on picturesque Keystone Lake. This state park offers many different activities, accommodations, floating restaurant, and more.
Stillwater's Jumpin' Little Juke Joint is celebrating 48 years!
Come along with Jeff and Rachael to see what all is going on, plus have some amazingly awesome fresh, made from scratch food. (Don't skip Stan's Choice fries!)
Oh, grab some Joe's clothes too!
We're headed to downtown OKC to get wet and wild on the Oklahoma River!
Riversport Adventure Park is perfect for all ages, skill levels and if you want to stay dry or get wet. There’s whitewater rafting, surfing, indoor skiing, zip lines, a bike park and more! Riversport is perfect for birthdays, team building, leadership, private events, school groups and even large groups and picnics.
Spend the weekend exploring Enid, then relax at GLō Best Western!
This gem is located in the arts and entertainment district of Enid, where you can walk to all kinds of places. Enid Axe, Boho Teepee, the Gaslight Theatre, Leonardo's Children's Museum, concerts, and more.
Whether you're planning a family vacation, weekend getaway, sports outing, group event, or corporate gathering, you're sure to enjoy staying at the GLo hotel in Downtown Enid.
Busy parents, this is the solution you've been looking for. Allow us to introduce you to a grocery store that's radishly different!
JackBe is Oklahoma's only curbside drive-thru grocer. That means each order will be handpicked and delivered to your car in minutes with no substitutions, guaranteed. Ordering is simple and they even color code your bags for you!
Rachael was in bohemian heaven at Enid's Boho Teepee, where southwest meets bohemia with a modern flair!
If you’re looking for an outfit for a special occasion, accessories with a vintage vibe, or unique pieces that will impress at any outing, you have to explore Boho Teepee.
Jeff and Rachael found a made in Oklahoma candy store that is sure to leave an impression on you! Salted whiskey caramel, stout caramels with Coop Ale, candy floss, toffee, and the signature Gooey Goober! (No, not Jeff - it's a candy bar.)
Jeff and Rachael want to AXE you a question - how long has it been since you visited Enid? Well, that's too long!
Lafe Coldwater (the owner of Enid Axe) invites you to come throw things, eat things, and even drink things all under one roof.
Jeff and Rachael fell hook, line, and sinker for this #WITS!
Meet Chuck Justice, the only Oklahoma angler who has caught more than 200 10lb largemouth bass in the state. And maybe even more impressive, he helped Rachael catch a fish!
Saddle up, partners! We're headed to the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in Oklahoma City to explore their "Playing Cowboy" exhibit.
See how we've played cowboy through the years with toys, games, cap guns, costumes, and more!
Lyric Theater (the official state theater) celebrates its 60th Anniversary this year.
Lyric Theatre is a nationally-recognized, Broadway-caliber theatre that produces shows on two stages, including the historic Plaza Theatre and the majestic Civic Center Music Hall.
Why stay in a regular house when you could stay in a human-sized birdhouse?!
Find out more about these imaginative cottages and all there is to discover tucked away in Medicine Park, OK!
We've got the scoop scoop on Soup Soup!
If you're looking for a quick and delicious homemade take home meal, a fresh grab-and-go lunch, or just remembered you were supposed to bring a side to the party, Soup Soup has you covered!
Two words: meat candy.
The mouthwatering meats and made fresh sides at Butcher BBQ Stand are worth the trip to Wellston, OK. Just to be sure to get there early - there will be a line.
Not only is Oklahoma an exciting state to explore, it's also a great place to eat and shop with unique, quality, locally made goods from companies like Mollycoddled Hash Slinger, Amelia's Natural French Style Yogurt, and Mountain View Meat Company!
Good Girl Chocolate in Penn Square Mall in Oklahoma City is just what the doctor ordered! Actually, she made it herself.
Come explore Dr. Tabitha's chocolate factory with us and find out how her treats landed in the 2023 Grammy baskets.
Got a brown thumb? That's no problem for Christina at Plant People in midtown OKC!
She describes the shop as "a gathering place for Plant People of all kinds" where you can discover new plants, find out how to take better care of your plants, and share the joy of plants with the Plant People community!
Samoas and Thin Mints and Trefoils, oh my! Girl Scout cookie season is here! Find our more about this annual event and you can help out your favorite scout!
A couple from Nebraska came all the way to Elgin, OK to taste the deliciousness that is Pizza Corral. And after personally tasting the Native Smoke BBQ and the pickle pizza, we get it.
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Your skin is as unique as you, that's why Tiffany at Lenox Skincare has created Oklahoma’s only skincare clinic focused on corrective treatment for all skin types and tones. After a quick treatment, Rachael was glowing!
Pack up the family and plan a trip to Weatherford to check out the Stafford Air & Space Museum!
You could spend hours exploring the 63,000 sq. ft. space packed with every type of aviation history you can imagine and learn about Oklahoma native Lt. General Thomas P. Stafford's 4 historic space missions.
Everyone is an artist and Andy at Blue Sage Studios can prove it! During our visit, he walked us through making our own colorful paperweights. And you've got to see the one-of-a-kind vases, bowls, and sculptures from the talents artists at Blue Sage - you can even take one home!
Two years in the making, the Route 66 Christmas Chute in Sapulpa, OK shows what a community can accomplish when they work together. Stroll through the breath-taking themed 800-foot-long canopies while you browse the pop up shops and downtown retailers.
Discover a winter wonderland right in the middle of downtown OKC! Each holiday season you can find a variety of local shops with local goods at the corner of 10th & Hudson! The Pop-Up Market is an open-air market featuring 60+ small businesses.
After 2 years and an $11 million renovation, the Inasmuch Foundation Crystal Bridge Conservatory has reopened! Come with us and rediscover this beautiful space featuring interactive smell stations, a stunning waterfall, and 500 different species of plants.
These grannies have got game. No, really!
Granny basketball is harder than it looks, but we gave it our best shot. (Get it? Shot. Basketball.... yeah.)
The McGranahan Barn in Piedmont, OK offers you the chance to make personal history in a historic setting.
Learn about how the ancestors of pioneers James and Sarah McGranahan are using the mostly untouched land to create memorable experiences for Oklahomans.
We bet you had no idea about Koliba Coffee on historic Route 66's original Owl Court Motel.
Once the owners living space and office, this campy stone building is now a drive-thru coffee shop offering a variety of made in Oklahoma goodies!
Folks, pumpkin chunkin' is harder than it looks!
We're joining the party at Chester's Party Barn & Farm in Piedmont, OK. Oh, and we meet Oklahoma's version of Lil' Sebastian!
When was the last time you camped with alpacas? Well, that's too long! This week we're telling you about this uncommon escape in Tuttle, OK!
I scream, you scream, we all scream for Boomtown Creamery! Find out how a book inspired this one-of-a-kind ice cream shop in Midtown OKC!
Escape to an oasis of luxury, tucked away near the restorative springs of Sulphur, OK. The Artesian Hotel, Casino and Spa is southern Oklahoma’s foremost destination for pampering, dining, gaming and indulgent relaxation.
Pew pew! It's all fun and games at Lazer Zone Family Fun Center in Ada, OK!
This week we're filling our bellies with delicious pies (both savory and sweet) at Railyard Pie Company in Edmond, OK!
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