Road trips & camper vans

5 Super Cool things you’ll only find on Washington Island, Wisconsin

5 Super Cool things you’ll only find on Washington Island, Wisconsin

It’d be easy to write off Washington Island as a far-off, sleepy locale. But you have to cross Death’s Door on a Lake Michigan ferry just to get there, so there’s instant intrigue. Beyond the journey, the island is packed with delightfully unexpected things you won’t find anywhere else.

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Side Quest: The world’s largest cast iron skillet in Tennessee

Side Quest: The world’s largest cast iron skillet in Tennessee

If you’re traveling on I-24 between Nashville and Chattanooga — or staying in Chatt — this side quest includes a hearty breakfast and a look at an American cookware staple.

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Best of 2025: Another Super Cool year of camper van fun

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.

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5 camper van firsts in 2025

5 camper van firsts in 2025

From tire trouble and paddleboard joy to a disappearing river, a camper van Christmas and crossing off our 25th state, 2025 was an unforgettable ride in Camper Van Beethoven. Dive into the stories and spark your 2026 travel inspiration.

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Best of 2024: Looking back at a Super Cool year

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.

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