Known to many as the Gateway to the West, Missouri is your gateway to adventure and a variety of experiences found only in the Show-Me State. Located in the heart of America, Missouri mixes the Wild West and the cosmopolitan east. From bustling metropolitan areas such as Kansas City, St. Louis and Springfield, to charming towns such as Carthage, Ste. Genevieve and Jefferson City, and destinations from Branson to Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri offers a wealth of experiences whatever your holiday preferences are.

A great place for a fly-drive holiday, with a section of Route 66, the ‘Mother Road’ running through the state and the highway having been officially designated U.S. Route 66 on 30 April 1926 in Springfield, Missouri. Traversing though the heart of Missouri Route 66 today offers travellers a chance to get their kicks at the Route 66 Drive-in amongst other retro gems!

Also known for its music and its food, things high on the list for most people’s perfect holiday. You can try Missouri barbecue at some of the top places in the U.S., eat in world class restaurants or local diners and try local beer, wine and even spirits! Missouri’s music scene is a must for all aficionados. Blues in St Louis, Jazz in Kansas City and Branson’s eclectic mix of shows have something for everyone. In April 2016, St. Louis celebrated the opening of the National Blues Museum, a much-anticipated tribute to this musical genre. And after all that, get some fresh air in the great outdoors at one of the many State Parks and Historic Sites.