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FEB 22

Get Rewarded for Exploring with the Indiana State Nature Passport!

By Visit Indiana
In partnership with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Visit Indiana has launched the Indiana State Nature Passport. This free “digital passport” encourages visitors to discover new places and enjoy the outdoors. From cool prizes to seasonal sweepstakes, there has... Read more
FEB 16

Add This Northwest Indiana Pasta Shop To Your Foodie Bucket List

By Carrie Steinweg
On a little weekend trip to Valparaiso earlier this year, I discovered a new pasta shop (well… new to me – it had relocated from an earlier, smaller place in Chesterton) that instantly moved up to one of my top... Read more
FEB 11

Winter Waterfall: Have You Visited This Frozen Falls in Western Indiana?

By Marilyn Culler
Everyone loves a waterfall, but they can be even more impressive when frozen! We got our winter waterfall fix when we visited one of Indiana’s tallest waterfalls on a recent drive through western Indiana. Williamsport Falls Williamsport Falls is the... Read more
FEB 10

Indy's New Bottleworks District is the Perfect Blend of Old and New

By Carrie Steinweg
Indy’s newest hotel and restaurant district is an experience you really need to have for yourself. The Bottleworks District features an incredible boutique hotel, The Garage Food Hall, cinema, and much more, right on Indy’s famous Mass Ave.  We’ve turned... Read more
FEB 3

Newfields: This Indy Museum Campus is a Haven for Art Lovers

By Carrie Steinweg
Formerly known as the Indianapolis Museum of Art, Newfields: A Place for Nature & The Arts is now a 152-acre campus in Indy that houses a number of attractions that includes not only the art museum, but also The Garden,... Read more
JAN 26

After Relocating, These Hoosiers by Choice Fell in Love With Indiana

By Visit Indiana
In a new campaign from the Indiana Destination Development Corporation, non-native Indiana residents share stories about why they chose to move to and stay in Indiana. The campaign will run throughout 2021, showcasing what makes Indiana a great place to... Read more
JAN 24

Indiana's Backroads Beckon for a Scenic Winter Drive

By Marilyn Culler
From birds and bridges to beautiful barns, you’ll find yourself pulling over to take a few pictures of Indiana’s rural countryside. When the backroads call, head out and see Indiana’s beauty on a scenic winter drive! An early morning start... Read more
JAN 24

Get Cozy at These 7 Unique Places to Stay in Richmond & Wayne County

By Amy Lynch
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
JAN 12

Be Wowed with Charm & Cuisine at This Northwest Indiana Tea Room

By Carrie Steinweg
Do you remember your last day out before we were swallowed up by the pandemic? The last day you went somewhere and you didn’t wear a mask and life was still somewhat normal? I definitely do. It was a visit... Read more
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