Indiana Insider Blog

Indiana is packed full of amazing cuisine, outdoor adventure, entertainment, and culture. While you’re taking a trip to one of our incredible attractions, you’re going to need a place to stay. Luckily for you, there are 33 Best Western hotels... Read more

Spring is in the air, and birds are everywhere! You don’t have to be a professional birdwatcher to enjoy birding. We’ve compiled a list of 10 species you can spot in Indiana and some tips on getting started with Indiana... Read more

There’s no better way to commemorate an occasion or enjoy some quality time with friends and family than a great meal at a memorable restaurant. The senses of smell and taste are strongly linked to memory, and we’ve come up... Read more

As part of a bicentennial project in 2016, 23 American bison were brought to Kankakee Sands preserve in Northwest Indiana. The wild bison herd was brought from South Dakota to help maintain the natural habitat. The herd has not only... Read more

Ride, dine shop and save! Hamilton County Tourism’s popular Pedal Perks program is back with a brand-new digital passport. Ride your bike to a participating business, check in and earn special deals and discounts. The program launches May 1 to... Read more

Have you been considering traveling again? If you are, you are not alone. It had been a year and a half since my family had been on an overnight stay when we decided to give it a try again. I... Read more

Sunday, May 2 kicks off Visit Indiana Week with free state parks admission and free fishing in public waters from Indiana Department of Natural Resources! Properties offering free admission include all State Parks and Lakes, State Forests & Recreation Areas and State ORV Riding... Read more

The summer travel season is upon us, and that means Visit Indiana Week is near! This year, travelers who check-in at one of 59 locations on the Indiana State Nature Passport between May 2-8 can win prizes. To kick off... Read more

This past fall, I took a little weekend road trip that included a stop at Wolf Park in Battle Ground, Indiana. It was really a fascinating spot and a nice place to spend a little time outdoors as I was... Read more