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Beer tourism: 6 craft breweries worth hunting down in 2026
The beer gets you there, but the adventure keeps you hanging around. Discover six craft breweries where great beer, genuine community and memorable destinations come together.
Best of 2025: Another Super Cool year of camper van fun
Ten trips. One blown tire. State number 25. From bison on the prairie to castle ruins on a river bluff, our 2025 best-of roundup is packed with road trip ideas for your next U.S. adventure.
Shut-ins and a ranger station turned coffee shop in Southeast Missouri
NATURE & NOM NOM | Take in the awe of Castor River Shut-Ins then recharge at The Station at Sawyer’s Landing. It’s the recipe for a perfect day in Fredericktown, Missouri.
From sinking to soaring: The journey home for two Missouri bald eagles
They were marooned in the river, but their story didn’t end there. All thanks a farmer and the World Bird Sanctuary, which you can visit in Saint Louis.
Unlock the magic and mystery of Ha Ha Tonka State Park in Missouri
Castle ruins, stunning views, a natural bridge, a fresh-water spring and more make this a must-visit Midwest destination. Bonus: It’s free!
Beer tourism: 25 places to travel for a pint in 2025
We’ve paired each brewery with a few other things you can enjoy in the area while you’re there. So, go forth, pint up and explore.
Best of 2024: Looking back at a Super Cool year
We’re sharing the things and places we loved in 2024 to help inspire your road trips in 2025 — and beyond.
Explore an STL gem: Cliff Cave Park
The 525-acre Saint Louis County park is a great place to watch the Mississippi River, view wildlife, get some steps in and more.
Super Cool Van Trips best-of list 2023
Sharing some of our best-ofs from 2023 so you can check them out on your camper van trips (or however you travel) in 2024. Happy New Year!