Indiana Insider Blog

Just before the pandemic arrived, my husband and I took a weekend getaway to Valparaiso where we walked around the square and did a little shopping, explored the city’s vibrant restaurant scene and relaxed at a beautifully restored historic home... Read more

The Old Jail Inn on the downtown square in Rockville is probably the only place in Indiana where you can stay overnight in a prison cell because you want to, not because you have to. This bed and breakfast with nine... Read more

Sion Bass may not be a household name, but he holds distinction as the first Colonel from Indiana to be killed in the Civil War. Originally from Kentucky, he moved his family to Fort Wayne and lived in a two-story... Read more

Free chocolate tastings along the Chocolate Trail, specialty wine, craft beer, local fine dining, and cozy accommodations are just some of the highlights that make Richmond, Indiana the perfect setting for a romantic Valentine getaway with that special someone.... Read more

Pat Hutchinson, owner of Christmas in Bedford, is making special arrangements with her daughter, Roxi, who owns The Gardens Inn, a bed and breakfast right there in Bedford, Indiana (Lawrence County) for you Christmas shoppers. Pat and Roxi are offering... Read more

One of my favorite episodes of the show Friends was always the Thanksgiving episode. While we traditionally think of this as a family-oriented holiday, I loved that they had their own “Friendsgiving” celebration. Maybe it had more to do with... Read more

Take a look at the images below and then take a short quiz afterwards. (No fancy functionalities here. Grade your own quiz…no cheating!) Where in the world would you find such outstanding architecture and public art? a.) New York City... Read more

Ever since my husband and I stayed in a bed-and-breakfast on our honeymoon in Maine, I’ve loved staying in B&Bs when we travel. If you’ve never stayed in a bed-and-breakfast, there are a few things you should know to make... Read more

My wife and I recently had the opportunity to explore historic Southeastern Indiana for a romantic weekend away. It was a fantastic experience this is part of series of posts about our trip. Yesterday, I wrote about a lovely little... Read more