Kentucky: Trip Preparation & Destination Information

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Kentucky: Trip Preparation & Destination Information

About Kentucky

Overview

Famous for breeding horses, tobacco farms, fine bourbon, and, of course, the Kentucky Derby. The Bluegrass State is also home to beautiful state parks and natural attractions, featuring lakes, hardwood forests, and spectacular waterfalls, you will have no shortage of places to explore.

 

Established: June 1, 1792

Capitol City: Frankfort

Population: 4,509,342

Time Zone: Eastern Standard Time (GMT-5)

Emergency Number: 911

Outlet: Type A

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Packing List

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Weather

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Fun Facts

  • The Blue Grass State - A common nickname for Kentucky is given because of the vast expanses of Bluegrass across parts of the Commonwealth. Bluegrass is not really blue. It's green. In the spring, however, when seen from a distance, the blue-purple buds of Bluegrass lend a bluish tint to the landscape.
  • There are over 10 million barrels of bourbon currently aging in Kentucky, more than two for every person in the state. The drink was first distilled there in the late 1700s. Over 95% of bourbon is produced in the state.
  • The state has more miles of river than any other besides Alaska, around 90,000 miles worth in total.
  • The official state dance is clogging, in which dancers use the bottoms of their shoes to play a beat on the ground.
  • The Cherokee, Chickasaw, and Shawnee were the original inhabitants of Kentucky. Today, indigenous people represent only 0.2% of the population.

Tipping

Tipping Suggestions: Tips for Guides, drivers and restaurants are not included. Tips provide supplemental income, and, while not mandatory, are greatly appreciated. If the local teams have added to the experience, please reward them.

Guides USD $10-15 per person/per day
Drivers USD $5-10 per person/per day
Restaurants (full service)  USD 20% of total bill

 

FAQ

Where can I find information on travel safety? Click here for the most up-to-date information on safety while traveling.

 

Do I need a Visa? For US travelers, no. International visitors should check with their consulates to see if they need a visa, e-visa, or waiver. Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months after you return home and has two or more blank pages. Otherwise, some countries may not let you enter.

 

What about vaccines? For vaccination information, click here.

 

Do you recommend travel insurance? While not required, we highly recommend all travelers get travel insurance for their trip to protect themselves from the unknown! Check out travel insurance options from our partner, worldnomads.com, or from a provider of your choice.

 

How much should I pack? As we will be using shared transfers and spaces throughout our tour we recommend all travelers pack as lightly as possible. Please review our luggage restrictions below.

 

What does public transportation look like? There are many ways to get around Kentucky. Buses are affordable and convenient, as are taxis.

 

Is Uber or Lyft available? Yes!

Luggage Restrictions

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