Indiana may not be as well-known for its music as other things, say the Indy 500, but we do have many opportunities for displaying musical talents, both local and professional. The Valparaiso University Annual Jazz Festival is one example of a Read more
It seems the fall colors are a little delayed this year in Indiana Dunes Country, with the brilliant shades of red, orange and yellow just now starting their breakout. But the good news is that the colors should last through Read more
The only thing more special than a romantic getaway on Valentine’s Day is a romantic getaway on a non-holiday weekend. With a lot of inns and restaurants filling up or already booked for Valentine’s Day, why not plan some romance Read more
All right, I’ll admit that autumn is my favorite time in Indiana Dunes Country. There’s nothing better than hiking through wooded trails that are bursting with color on a bright, 65-degree day. But another beautiful time is winter, when a Read more
It seems like the holidays roll around before I know it, leaving me little time to pick out just the right gifts or find unique food to serve at holiday gatherings. Fortunately, in one day I can visit the huge Read more
If you didn’t escape to Indiana Dunes Country this summer, there’s still time to enjoy a fantastic weekend. Autumn is actually my favorite time to enjoy a hike or a scenic drive because the weather is mild, there are no Read more
Summer and movies just seem to go hand in hand. Not just because the big blockbusters are usually released this time of year, but because it’s a great way to spend a few hours cooling off in an air conditioned Read more
If you’re anything like me, each year Mother’s Day rolls around and I scramble to pick up some fresh flowers and a card at the grocery store. Now that I’m a mother myself, I realize that this is not the Read more
When my husband and I took our honeymoon over 17 years ago, we chose to stay at a small bed-and-breakfast that was within easy driving distance of several interesting and entertaining destinations. The same can be said for the Songbird Read more
Valparaiso has many things to offer visitors – but one thing Valparaiso excels at is a excellent food selection. We’re unique, compared to other Towns in Northwest Indiana in the variety of reastuarants our fine city has to offer. I’ve Read more
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