Between wanting to enjoy the improving weather to needing ideas for spring break, March is a time when many Oklahomans slowly start to leave their winter hibernation. If you need ideas for how to enjoy the earliest whispers of spring, here are the best things to do in Oklahoma in March! Read next: 5 Ways […]
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While we have some cool national park units in Oklahoma, our parks are designated national historic sites, national recreation areas, etc. But what if you want to visit one of the big sixty-three national park units given the designation “national park?” What are the national parks near Oklahoma? How long would it take to get […]
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Do you know where you’ll be on Monday, April 8, 2024? Because I do! There will be a solar eclipse that day, and a teeny, tiny sliver of Oklahoma will be in the path of totality, experiencing a total solar eclipse. Other Oklahoma towns and cities will get to experience a partial solar eclipse. And […]
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We live in OKC, and one thing I noticed when we decided we wanted our family to visit every Oklahoma state park in the next five years is that there aren’t that many state parks near Oklahoma City. Unlike Tulsa, which has a lot of state parks you can reach in under an hour, the […]
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If you are looking for somewhere to eat near Greenleaf State Park, you’ll probably see that Donna’s Malt Shop is one of the closest restaurants outside of the park. But should you go here? This Donna’s Malt Shop review goes into our experience, what we ordered, and tips for your visit so you can enjoy […]
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If you’re considering a stay at Oklahoma’s Greenleaf State Park cabins, read this review and cabin rental tips before you book. My goal is to help you make the right decisions for your family on which Greenleaf cabin is right for you! Once you make your cabin reservation, check out my full Greenleaf State Park […]
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My husband and I booked a family getaway weekend to Greenleaf State Park in Braggs on a whim – and it ended up being a lovely retreat in a nearly-empty state park complete with great amenities. So in a word, this beautiful park was exactly what we needed to relax and escape the city. Here’s […]
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Mahogany Prime Steakhouse: Classic Steakhouse Fare Done to Perfection (Oklahoma City & Tulsa)
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When my husband requested we try out a new-to-us steakhouse for our wedding anniversary, I made a reservation at the Mahogany Prime Steakhouse in northwest Oklahoma City. With a reputation for being one of the best steakhouses in Oklahoma, I knew we were in for a treat. But I remained somewhat skeptical. In a historically […]
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Are you looking for fun day trips from Oklahoma City? If so, look no further! Since moving back to Oklahoma we have gone on a dozen Oklahoma day trips, and I have a whole host of my favorite day trips from OKC that I’ve done when I was visiting my family over the past few […]
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Are you looking to plan a weekend getaway without having to drive? These cities have direct flights from OKC, saving you time on transportation and allowing you to enjoy your weekend hassle-free. Below is a guide to which cities have nonstop flights from Oklahoma City so you can choose where to go on your next […]