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About Tina Bobilya

Tina Bobilya is a tourism professional, on-air radio personality, festival organizer and blogger. Her ongoing travel adventures have led to a crammed schedule, a messy house and a happy heart.

MAY 7

Learn How Pickles Are Made on This Free Pickle Factory Tour

By Tina Bobilya
If you are a fan of pickles and have ever wondered how they get from the field to the jar, you must experience this pickle factory tour in Saint Joe, Indiana. Sechler’s Pickle Factory is located in the northeast corner... Read more
MAR 18

These Two Landmark Fish Restaurants are Just a Few Miles Apart

By Tina Bobilya
Northeast Indiana is blessed with not one, but two iconic fish restaurants known for their mouthwatering fried fish dinners. What’s crazy is that these two legends are both situated in the middle of the region’s lake country and ONLY a... Read more
JAN 24

These Fort Wayne Restaurants Turn Local Ingredients in Delicious Meals

By Tina Bobilya
It’s no secret that Indiana’s farmers grow food that feeds the world. The best part about having access to those fresh ingredients is the delightful cuisine that results from it. A growing number of Fort Wayne restaurants have taken farm... Read more
DEC 17

Chocolate Lovers Rejoice over These 5 Indiana Candy Shops

By Tina Bobilya
Chocolate lovers, rejoice! From truffles to turtles and everything in between, Indiana has some of the best places to indulge in chocolate delights. From small town experiences to large scale operations, I’ve compiled a list of five of my most... Read more
NOV 27

Your Teens Will Love This Day Out in Indy!

By Tina Bobilya
What do you do with a free Saturday in Indianapolis with two teens who have seen it all and aren’t easily impressed? Well, we consulted VisitIndy to help plan our recent last-minute trip to guide us to some of the city’s... Read more
OCT 25

Food, Wine, Chocolates & Shopping: Recipe for a Great Day in Madison County

By Tina Bobilya
I recently went on a day of exploring in Madison County and what I discovered was a fantastic set of experiences for a winning day of fun with the girls. The day took me out to the country for tastings... Read more
SEP 17

100+ Miles of Trails & 12 Breweries: Bikes and Beer Make Fort Wayne a Cyclist's Dream

By Tina Bobilya
What better way to spend the weekend than biking and drinking brews in Indiana’s second largest city. With over 105 miles of trails that twist and turn along three scenic rivers and a growing list of breweries to quench your... Read more
AUG 14

Wagyu Beef? Foodies Can't Get Enough of This Indiana Farm Restaurant

By Tina Bobilya
Your first bite into your cut of Wagyu beef will tell you why you’re there. It’s in that first bite that you stop to savor the experience as the steak melts in your mouth. This is the real deal  –... Read more
JUL 17

These 4 Northeast Indiana Car Museums Draw Visitors From Around the World

By Tina Bobilya
Car lovers come from all over the world to pilgrimage to Auburn, the “Home of the Classics,” in Northeast Indiana. This well-known gearhead city has deep roots in the automobile industry as the original home of the Auburn Automobile Company... Read more
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