Camper van blog
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5 Super Cool things to do when you visit Fairbanks to see the northern lights
So, you’re finally taking that bucket list trip to Alaska to see the northern lights in winter. Here are a few other things to add to your itinerary.
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.
2025 astrotourism: Time your camping trips around these celestial events
These astronomical events are just begging you to plan a camping trip in 2025. All so you can connect with the wonder of nature and the universe — all in one go.
Why a camper van was right for us — and maybe you, too
After years of road trips and tent camping, we combined the two with a camper van. In this blog, we share 10 reasons why a camper van works so well for how we travel.
3 mountain drives that leave your jaw on the floorboard
If the mountains are calling, we have 3 ideas of where you can go. Read now to discover our favorite drives (so far) in Colorado, North Carolina and Oregon.
8 ways to enjoy the outdoors at Holland State Park, Michigan
From hiking to paddle boarding, a camper van trip to Holland State Park along Lake Michigan gets you close to nature.
5 ways to spend your day at Multnomah Falls
Oregon’s tallest waterfall is an easy drive — about 40 minutes — east of Portland and easily accessible to people of just about any ability.
Go, do, play, stay — Chester and Fort Kaskaskia in Southern Illinois
Nature, pop culture and history converge along the Mississippi River in Illinois. Bonus: There’s a brewpub.
Crazy sh*t campground employees do (part 2)
You can meet some amazing people on a camper van trip. This blog series isn’t about them. Part 2 takes us to Santa Rosa RV Resort in Navarre, Florida.
2 amazing nights in Northwest Arkansas 2024
Our Arkansas camper van trip took us to the Ozark Mountains region, with stops in Bentonville, Rogers and Beaver for sightseeing, hiking, beer tasting and more.
Top 3 reasons why dogs and camper vans are BFFs
On National Best Friends day, we look at why camper vans and canines are the best of buds.
Tips for camping at Fort Pickens in the Gulf Islands National Seashore
No doubt you’ll be anxious to arrive for your camping reservation at Fort Pickens. The campground sits between Pensacola Bay and the Gulf of Mexico in Florida. But, first, read this blog for a few important things to know before you arrive.
12 camper van gifts for Mother’s Day 2024
Gift mom some cool gear they can use in their camper van, outdoors or at home this Mother’s Day.
Happy 1st birthday, Super Cool Van Trips
From long startup hours to starting a camper van blog.
4 keys to saving money on gas in a camper van
Trips to the pump are spendy when you travel in a camper van. In this blog, we write about ways to ease the pain and spend less on gas during your van life adventures.
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!
Top 10 camper van holiday gifts 2023
From travel cups and socks to gear boxes and lanterns, we have great gifts ideas for the outdoor and camper van enthusiasts in your life. Happy shopping (from home)!
What exactly is the Midwest?
Can you name the 12 states in the Midwest of the United States? We didn’t think so, and we’re here to help. Don’t worry, there won’t be a test.