Great Cities

Cloran Mansion Bed and Breakfast (Galena, IL)
Multiple types of rooms, including pet/children friendly and those for romance. Amenities vary to include flat-screen TVs, fireplaces, whirlpool tubs, and sleeper sofas. Complimentary breakfast has eggs to order, tea, coffee, juice, a signature entrée, and more. 

​Jefferson City, Missouri
Visit the Missouri River, tree lined bluffs, historic buildings, architectural treasures, and landmarks. There are also museums, fine cuisines, quaint boutiques, and beautiful parks.

Ladue, Missouri
Experience gourmet foods, fashion boutiques and upscale menswear, jewelry stores, European and American antiques, interior design resources and local restaurants.  

West Plains, Missouri
Tucked in the Ozark Mountains, near pristine wilderness areas and spring-fed streams, a small-town feel with big-city conveniences.  

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Alpenhorn Gasthaus (Hermann, Missouri)
Private accommodations, gourmet meals, a hot tub under the stars and a wine cellar. 

​Beall Mansion (Alton, IL)
A bed and breakfast with fireplace rooms, HDTV, premium movie channels, free wifi, 24 hour hot beverage service, whirlpool tubs, a 24 hour chocolate bar, and a spa. Offers optional in-room massages and breakfast in bed.  

Bella Vista Winery (Maryville, IL)
Situated by rolling green hills and a sparkling lake.  Cabins come with continental breakfast served en suite. Offers dining paired with award-winning wines.  Wines are produced with locally-grown fruit and bottled on site.  

Bretz Wildlife Winery (Carlyle, IL)
Approximately 2 miles from Carlyle Lake.  A restaurant, winery, & banquet facility. 

Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa (Galena, IL)
Arrive to chocolates, a long-stem rose, and champagne. Choose horseback riding, hiking, biking or relaxing in the spa. On-site dining and other amenities are available. 

Goldmoor Inn (Galena, IL)
Has suites, log cabins, and country cottages. Cottages and cabins have private porches, galley kitchens, fireplaces, and whirlpool tubs. Available amenities include a spa, on-site dining, and access to Ski Slopes.  Breakfast is delivered to the cabin every morning.

​Hermann Hill (Hermann, Mo)
Offer luxury amenities with steam showers, jetted tubs, fireplaces, flat screen TVs, and king size beds. Some suites offer kitchens, BBQs, saunas, firepits, private hot tubs, decks with views, and more. 

Hidden Lake Winery (Aviston, IL)
Situated in Silent Forest, well known to those who hunt deer and forage for wild mushrooms. The Silent Forest continues to enchant and entertain guests.

Inn at Irish Hollow (Galena, IL)
Has cottages on a 500-acre working farm in the countryside. Accommodations include fireplaces, whirlpools, hot tubs, and breakfast. Choose from guest houses or rooms in the main inn. Trails beckon for hiking or skiing.  Restaurant specializes in accommodating special diets. 

water

Sybraris Pool Suites (Chicago Area)
Features either a hot tub attached to a pool or a separate whirlpool tub. All suites come with a private pool, a king-size bed, massage chair, and a fireplace. ​​

Fugitive Beach (Rolla, MO)
Has cliff jumps, water slides, water obstacle, family games, beach volley ball, human foosball, beach dodgeball, sand and sun. Opens Memorial Weekend 2021.

Finger Lake State Park (Boone County, MO)
One of two ATV parks in the state parks system. Spacious campground, leafy trees, and hilly terrain. Also has a 2.75-mile Kelley Branch Mountain Bike Trail and a 4.5-mile water trail.

Pere Marquette Lodge (Grafton, IL)
Located within 8,000+ acre State Park. Offers an experience with nature while still having modern amenities. Also has pool, sauna, hot-tub, restaurant, winery, and cabins.

animals

Crown Ridge Tiger Sanctuary (Ste. Genevieve, MO)
Tours are Thurs.- Sun. at 11, 1 & 3. No reservations required. Monday- Wednesday tours by reservation.
Learn about the animals as you view the big cats. The Education Center has tiger artifacts. Pathways are paved and accessible.  $10 per person, 3 and under are free. Please adhere to social distancing and wear face coverings while indoors.

Endangered Wolf Center (Eureka, MO)
To preserve and protect Mexican wolves, red wolves and other wild canid species, with purpose and passion, through carefully managed breeding, reintroduction and inspiring education programs. Private tours are offered Wednesdays through Sundays and public tours are offered Fridays through Sundays. Reservations are required for all tours and are easily made by calling 636-938-5900 or visiting endangeredwolfcenter.org.

World Bird Sanctuary (Valley Park, MO)
Has over 200 animals in their mission is to preserve, protect and inspire to safeguard bird species as part of the global community for future generations. 

other

Go Ape (Maryland Heights, MO)
Offers amazing views of the natural lake and surrounding woodlands. Navigate suspended obstacles, Tarzan swings, and ziplines.