Indiana Insider Blog

As America celebrates Presidents’ Day each year in February, Indiana proudly claims its own Presidential connections with corresponding attractions that stay open all year long. These five historic sites are great for learning about the three Indiana Presidents. Step back... Read more

Traveling east to hit the Chocolate Trail, explore Antique Alley or check out the historic Depot District? Make an overnight or a weekend of it by booking a reservation at these unique places to stay you’ll only find in Wayne... Read more

For many Indianapolis residents, summer means fresh produce at the height of flavor, available directly to consumers through Indy farmers’ markets. Although you won’t find corn or tomatoes at stands during the winter months, the Broad Ripple Winter Farmers Market... Read more

Although Munich’s annual Oktoberfest traditionally starts in September, anytime in Indiana is the perfect time to celebrate the changing seasons with hefty steins of beer and hearty German cuisine. Get an authentic taste of old-world dishes at some of these... Read more

Everyone loves chocolate, especially during the holidays. But unfortunately, not everyone can enjoy this sweet treat due to food allergies. This new chocolate tasting room in Indy has chocolates for even the most stringent of dietary restrictions. When Matt Rubin’s... Read more

A brand-new luxury hotel, Bottleworks Hotel, has popped up in the trendy Mass Ave Cultural District in downtown Indianapolis. The new Bottleworks District has people around the country taking notice, as Conde Nast Traveler recently named Indy one of the... Read more

Everything’s coming up Rosie’s in Hamilton County, as the restaurant’s original Noblesville location celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2020. For owner Debbi Bourgerie, Rosie’s Place has always been a family matter. “When we moved to Indiana, my girls were in high... Read more

Sometimes you just need a change of scenery, especially after being cooped up for months during the COVID-19 pandemic. Perhaps a “work-cation” is exactly what you need… The Alexander Hotel in downtown Indianapolis’s mixed-use CityWay development offers just the ticket.... Read more

From 1983 until 1994, Bob Ross delighted public television audiences with his creative talent, his gentle nature, his permed hair and his happy little trees. The Bob Ross Experience is a brand new museum exhibit that honors his legacy, in... Read more