Indiana Insider Blog

Wayne County is already a well-established destination for a fun-filled girlfriend getaway, but if all you’ve got time for is a “quickie” daytrip, this easy-to-access region just an hour east of Indianapolis still fits the bill. It’s impossible to miss the... Read more

Ironworks Hotel Indy, the first and only boutique hotel on Indianapolis’ north side, has earned the AAA Four Diamond Rating for the first time since opening in September 2017.  Ironworks Hotel Indy is the eighth hotel in Indianapolis, and the eleventh overall in... Read more

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