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DEC 30

Try Your Hand At These 10 Winter Indiana Jigsaw Puzzles

By Visit Indiana
With snow in the air and temperatures dropping, Indiana can be absolutely breathtaking in the winter. Even if you are unable to visit these destinations in person right now, we have figured out a solution to let you bask in... Read more
NOV 16

Santa Claus: This Indiana Town Keeps a Cherished Holiday Tradition Alive

By Amy Lynch
For many families, writing a letter to Santa before Christmas remains a treasured holiday tradition. The Santa Claus, Ind. Post Office makes the practice even more special by offering a new picture postmark stamp for letters and holiday cards each... Read more
SEP 28

This Southern Indiana Camp Resort Is the Perfect Place For Fall Fun

By Carrie Steinweg
Fall has arrived, and we’re starting to feel a little chill in the air, which prompts a desire to soak up that last bit of outdoor fun while we still can. Warm sunny days give way to cooler nights when... Read more
MAY 29

This is What You Need to Know About Holiday World Reopening

By Visit Indiana
 Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari is Indiana’s premier theme park! Endless family fun can be found with an incredible collection of wooden coasters, a launched wing coaster, and one of the best waterparks in the entire world. While they... Read more
JAN 28

These 20 Indiana Sweets & Candy Shops Will Satisfy Any Sweet Tooth

By Visit Indiana
Sometimes you just need some sugar in your life! These 20 Sweets and Candy Shops have just what you are looking for. From chocolates and candy canes to pies and gummy bears, this group of Indiana confectioneries will satisfy any... Read more
AUG 2

Make a Splash at These 10 Outdoor & Indoor Water Parks in Indiana

By Visit Indiana
Who doesn’t love spending a day at the water park surrounded by tall slides, wave pools, and lazy rivers? Indiana is stock full of outdoor & indoor water parks that provide year round fun for the whole family. Do you... Read more
NOV 20

No Place Does Christmas Quite Like Santa Claus, Indiana!

By Visit Indiana
Christmas traditions and special events take over the town of Santa Claus during the first three weekends of December. This town provides a very merry getaway during the most wonderful time of the year. From one-time-only holiday events, festive shopping... Read more
NOV 7

The Votes Are In! These Historic Destinations are the Best of Indiana

By Visit Indiana
Another record setting year of voting and the results are in for Visit Indiana’s Best of Indiana awards. More than 24,000 Hoosiers selected Indiana’s Best Historic Destination. The top-10 vote getters include the homes of historic champions for freedom, military memorials,... Read more
JUN 2

Have You Splashed Around at the Nation's #1 Water Park?

By Visit Indiana
USA TODAY polled their readers, and they have named America’s “10 Best” Outdoor Water Parks, with an Indiana attraction topping the list! Have you made a splash at this Southern Indiana favorite? Holiday World’s Splashin’ Safari, in Santa Claus, took... Read more
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