Indiana Insider Blog

The first Indiana drive-in, Triple XXX, opened in West Lafayette in 1929. As one could imagine, pork tenderloins, root beer, and burgers were and still are menu staples for Indiana drive-in restaurants. Even though a lot has changed since then, there are... Read more

From the world’s largest ball of paint to a giant peach, Indiana is home to numerous incredible oddities that will make you want to pull over. These 20 roadside attractions are all great reasons to reroute your road trip.  This list... Read more

Next time you go to the movies or toss a bag in the microwave, take a moment and think about where everyone’s favorite salty snack comes from. Indiana is one of the biggest popcorn-producing states in the country! These 9... Read more

If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind Indiana experience, look no further than Kokomo. The first stop on your trip should be to tour America’s oldest art glass company, Kokomo Opalescent Glass. Charles Henry, a chemist from New York, launched the company... Read more

You only get one summer and you only have so much money to throw at it. So, spend your summer and your money wisely in Kokomo where budget-friendly fun is a staple. From free to just a few bucks, we... Read more

My kids and I recently spent the day in Kokomo and despite it being a horribly rainy day, we had a fantastic time exploring the city and it’s treasures. Prior to the trip, I was guided to a lengthy list... Read more

If you have never been to Kokomo (or have not visited recently,) this summer is the perfect time to discover all the new and family-friendly activities the city has to offer! Kokomo’s Summer Concert Series kicks off this month at... Read more

Kokomo is a short drive for a fun (and affordable!) family-friendly weekend getaway. Spend the day enjoying high-energy water slides, riding on the lazy river, playing in the splash pad, and swimming at Kokomo Beach Family Aquatic Center.  Admission is... Read more

Hear a little bit more about Kokomo Opalescent Glass and see what all I experienced on my visit! (Or read about it on the last blog here.)