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Don't Miss The Ultimate Shopping Event in Fort Wayne

By Erin Okeson on Jan. 23, 2018

Calling all Vera Bradley fans: Tickets for the annual outlet sale that you do not want to miss have gone on sale! Over 50,000 people will flock to the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana from all over the country--and trust us, you want to be one of them. The Vera Bradley…

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Hit the Slopes On This Winter Getaway in Southeast Indiana

By Visit Indiana on Nov. 24, 2017

When the weather is frightful, it's time to bundle up, pack your gear, load the car and head to Lawrenceburg, home to Perfect North Slopes Ski Resort. Perfect North is one of only 2 ski areas in the state and, dare I say, perfect for a family winter getaway. Check the website for the snow report -…

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This Indiana Town Offers Epic Shopping Experiences

By Tina Bobilya on Oct. 31, 2017

Nashville, Indiana is filled with shops oozing with charm and appeal. If you are looking for an Indiana experience that includes beautiful scenery, charming shops that look like something out of a movie, tasting rooms serving up Indiana wines, places teeming with homemade foods, epic trails to get…

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The 4 Must Stops in This Amazing Southern Indiana Town

By Chelsea Schneider on Oct. 18, 2017

Home to great German heritage, this Southern Indiana town has a thriving downtown and a growing craft beer scene, making it a perfect spot for a getaway. Home to Strassenfest, where for a weekend each summer lederhosen and accordions reign to celebrate Jasper's German heritage, the southwest…

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This Indiana City is Bursting With New Downtown Boutiques

By Tina Bobilya on Oct. 16, 2017

This Indiana city's downtown has been growing by leaps and bounds over the past few years which has inspired a growing number of entrepreneurs to open downtown boutiques and take advantage of the increased visitor activity. Downtown Fort Wayne is well-known for Tin Caps baseball games, fantastic…

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The Antique Shop in Madison Where You Can Find Your Inner Artist

By Visit Indiana on Oct. 13, 2017

A historic town on the Ohio River, Madison is a wonderful place to visit, and it is home to great shopping and art. One shop provides great antiques and the ability to channel your inner artist. Little Golden Fox Little Golden Fox is one of Madison’s favorite places to shop for antiques, handmade…

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An Antique Shopping Marathon on the Junkin' Trail

By Visit Indiana on Aug. 30, 2017

About 2 years ago, in the rolling hills of southeast Indiana, a handful of antique shops banded together and to organize the Southeast Indiana Junkin' Trail. They haven't stopped since: every year the trail has grown, adding new members. They now total 16 shops (and growing) and hold 2 yearly…

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These Two Small Towns are a Perfect Shopping Getaway

By Tina Bobilya on Jul. 03, 2017

From a gorgeous lakeside village to a picturesque main street in a small town, these two boutique shopping destinations in northeast Indiana - the Village at Winona and the Town of Roanoke - are the perfect combination for a girlfriends shopping getaway like no other. Both locations are high on…

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Essenhaus: Fried Chicken, Flea Market and... Fashion Show?

By Carrie Lambert on May. 16, 2017

Amish Country in Northern Indiana is a place I visit frequently and has become a reunion of sorts for my family. Flea market, fried chicken and friends is what I equate with the area, but now I have something new ... fashion! I have been to Essenhaus many times, but had never had the opportunity to…

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Treasure Hunters Love This Southern Indiana Antique Market

By Visit Indiana on May. 15, 2017

On the first Sunday in May, Martha and I dusted off our hunting gear (tote bags, wheeled cart, good walking shoes) and headed out at the crack of dawn for the opening of hunting season at the Tri-State Antique Market in Lawrenceburg. Since 1985, Tri-State Antique Market, “Indiana’s largest…

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