Winter brings colder temperatures, but it also brings a whole new list of memory-making opportunities! From chills and thrills to sightseeing and "lightseeing," Indiana is a winter wonderland perfect for exploring. Toboggan Run at Pokagon State Park Whoosh! Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee! Whoaaaa…
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The Oooohs and Ahhhhs of Winter have arrived! Charlie Brown might not have liked Snoopy’s decorated doghouse, but the rest of us have really come to love the festive illuminations. You’ll definitely get into the spirit of the season when you check out this year’s holiday light displays in Indiana…
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If you are looking for a vacation that is more low-key and relaxing than go-go-go, set your sites on the peaceful and charming community of Shipshewana. The Amish theme runs strong in this town that is full of shops offering Amish-made goods, foods and more and is surrounded by Amish farms. No…
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Spring brings warmer temperatures, blooming flowers, and a load of fun. As schools let out for spring break, look no further than these 13 Indiana destinations for the perfect getaway! Family-friendly activities abound from buggy rides in Shipshewana, the world's largest children's museum, or a…
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When it comes to dining in Shipshewana, there’s no lack of places to test drive. Filled with Amish & Mennonite home-cooked and homemade food, the only problem you’ll have to deal with is where to go. Happily, I took one for the team and tried some of everything on my last visit. From giant snacks to…
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In Shipshewana, Indiana, you’ll be hard-pressed to drive a mile without seeing an Amish buggy traveling on the side of the road. While this may be what Amish Country looks like to many, it’s so much more than buggies and Anabaptist women's kapps. Shipshewana is a haven for exploration, dining, and…
Read MoreIf you are a lover of all things sweet - pies, cakes, cookies, doughnuts, candy, gelato, pastries, etc., there is no shortage of places in Indiana to satisfy that sweet tooth of yours. In honor of the NCAA Tournament, we put together a "Sweets 16." Nuts for chocolate-covered nuts? No problem. Love…
Read MoreI have to start out this blog by mentioning that I am in no way an outdoor cold-weather gal. In the winter, when it’s cold and snowy, I prefer to be inside. But for the Holidays, a winter stroll through an amazing lights display is worth braving the cold. We found just that at Winter Wonderland…
Read MoreI always love the time between Christmas and New Year’s Eve. All the hustle and bustle of Christmas has died down. And this northern Indiana ice festival is our family's new late December tradition. We’re not a family that jets off to the tropics for the holidays. We’ve always stayed close to home…
Read MoreWith the largest flea market in the Midwest, quaint shops, antique stores, places for mouth-watering family style meals and all-things Amish, a trip to Shipshewana should most certainly be on every Hoosier's bucket list. This Northeast Indiana destination is filled with plenty of great activities…
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