Indiana Insider Blog

Summer is the perfect time to visit an Indiana prairie, as they are lush with wildflowers, grasses and butterflies, and Vermillion County in western Indiana has a beautiful remnant of bygone days! One-acre Smith Cemetery Prairie, two miles southwest of Perrysville,... Read more

For couples or friends who want to get away for the weekend without breaking the bank, downtown Valparaiso is an excellent choice and one that I highly recommend. The exciting nightlife, great food, entertainment, and even a boutique hotel makes... Read more

The general store, the country store, the dime store, the soda fountain. Where have these old-fashioned shops gone? Across Indiana, you can still find them serving their small communities. Take a step back in time at these 13 Indiana general... Read more

Food & Wine has called Indianapolis the “Rising Star of the Midwest.” With hundreds of incredible restaurants, Indiana’s capital city has food for every taste. Here are five reasons you have to experience Indy’s city wide dining experience, Devour Indy... Read more

I was lucky enough to enjoy two experiences in Indiana that are hard to find anywhere else – goat yoga and a sushi making class taught by a sushi expert. Both are available each weekend in the communities of Festival Country... Read more

Make your way to Nappanee, Indiana to visit Amish Acres, a historic Amish farm that serves up a relaxing day of shopping, theater, Amish traditions and plenty of culinary delights. There’s no way you’ll leave hungry from a visit to... Read more

Lafayette and West Lafayette are a quick hour’s drive from Indianapolis. Situated along the wandering Wabash River, the towns are flavored with artisans, public art, museums and unique eateries. Local artists practice age-old skills while embracing the contemporary. Upscale shopping,... Read more

Bring your appetite on Foodie Friday, as 28 Indiana eateries will offer discounts on May 11 in celebration of Visit Indiana Week. From Artisan marshmallows, chocolates, olive oils and sausages to fine dining, barbecue, 50s diners and even ice cream,... Read more

Among the rolling hills in southern Indiana, you can find a strong and proud German heritage. Throughout the summer months, there are a number of German street fests to choose from on nearly any given weekend, the most popular being... Read more