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About Carrie Lambert

Living in Indianapolis since 2001, Carrie is no stranger to traveling throughout the state. She has worked at Conner Prairie and at the Indiana Office of Tourism. Now working for the Indiana Tourism Association and having a young daughter, Carrie has even more opportunities to take advantage of Indiana’s many attractions.

FEB 21

You'll Find Fun, Food & Fashion in This City on the Ohio River
By Carrie Lambert
Traveling around the state on a regular basis allows me to venture into areas that often I don’t know much about. New Albany is one of those areas. Located just northwest over the Ohio River from Louisville, New Albany is... Read more
FEB 19

History in the Heart of Indy: President Benjamin Harrison Home
By Carrie Lambert
Thank goodness my third grade daughter received the assignment of writing about the life of President Benjamin Harrison. Why? Because it gave us the excuse to go visit his home that is located just 15 minutes south of us in... Read more
AUG 9

You Have to Take This Fruitful Trip to So. IN
By Carrie Lambert
I am no stranger to Eastern Southern Indiana or SoIN as they’ve started to refer to the area. I visited Clarksville and Starlight recently and was reminded why my family loves our “fruitful” trips to this beautiful area of the state.... Read more
AUG 7

These Caverns Bring Your Adventure Above Ground
By Carrie Lambert
Recently, I was able to venture down to Southern Indiana – Harrison County. The main reason for my visit was visiting Squire Boone Caverns. Clearly this destination features caves, but the adventure continues above ground, making it an amazing place for... Read more
JUL 24

The 'Magnificent' New Animals at One of America's Best Zoos
By Carrie Lambert
While checking off our summer bucket list I was reminded about the NEW macaw exhibit at the Indianapolis Zoo. It opened earlier this summer and we just now had the chance to see it! These beautiful birds are one of the... Read more
JUN 6

You've Got to Try This Eatery in Evansville
By Carrie Lambert
I always enjoy my trips to Evansville. There is more to do than meets the eye and I think I’ve been to most of the go to places. This time around, I got to try a new eatery in Evansville,... Read more
JUN 5

History, Food, Fun &... Guns? 4 Must Stops in Vincennes
By Carrie Lambert
I’m a bit ashamed to admit I have never spent an extended amount of time in Vincennes. We spent a good part of a day there and could have spent even more time, so we will have to plan a... Read more
MAY 18

Your Taste Buds Will Love Indiana's Best Irish Pub
By Carrie Lambert
While in Lafayette the other day I tried a new restaurant – Nine Irish Brothers. This restaurant was named the best Irish pub in the state by TripAdvisor, Yelp and Buzzfeed! While the name has meaning (the owner was one... Read more
MAY 16

Essenhaus: Fried Chicken, Flea Market and... Fashion Show?
By Carrie Lambert
Amish Country in Northern Indiana is a place I visit frequently and has become a reunion of sorts for my family. Flea market, fried chicken and friends is what I equate with the area, but now I have something new... Read more
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