Indiana Insider Blog

I just got back from a lovely getaway weekend that included a wonderful stay at a Bed & Breakfast, a fun wine-tasting experience and dining at places I’d never been. If you’re looking for a girlfriend getaway (or a romantic... Read more

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

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

Nappanee’s old-world charm and small-town atmosphere leave no question to why the city’s slogan is “Embrace the Place.” Well-known for its quilt gardens and Apple Festival, visitors to Nappanee also will find homespun wares and a collection of Amish stores dotting... 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

Say cheese! Dairy is king at Tulip Tree Creamery, and the Indianapolis-based company is sharing its wisdom with hungry customers through experiential cheese and butter making classes at its production facility on the northwest side of town. Attendees don aprons... 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

Halotherapy — the practice of spending time in a salt-enriched microclimate for therapeutic health purposes — is taking the country by storm, and Indiana is no exception. Spa-style salt caves and salt rooms are popping up throughout the state, each delivering... Read more

It’s always a challenge to find a day where all the girls can get together and do something fun. Well, I just uncovered an area that delivers big on relaxation and is perfect for a girlfriend getaway. Pack up the... Read more