The Perfect Weekend Getaway Itinerary for Indianapolis, Indiana

Don’t spend a weekend in Indianapolis without reading this perfect itinerary. Filled with delicious food, funky bars, and quirky things to do, Indianapolis will surprise you as an underrated weekend getaway.

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14 Best Cafes in Bloomington, Indiana (updated for 2024)

If you’re looking for the best cafés and coffee spots in Bloomington, Indiana, you’ll want to read this guide with my top 13 recommendations on where to grab a cup of coffee in this charming college town.

Bloomington’s best boutique hotel: the Graduate Hotel in Bloomington, Indiana

I have traveled around 6 continents. I say this, not as a humblebrag, but to prove the point that I’ve stayed in my fair share of accommodation. Hostel dorms, 5-star resorts, AirBnBs— I’ve slept in some cool and quirky spots. None of the places I’ve ever stayed has been anything like The Graduate Hotel in Bloomington.

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what to see + do in Bloomington, Indiana during the holidays (updated for 2023)

How are there only 12 days left until Christmas?! What. A. Blur. The holidays seemed to sneak up on me this year amidst life changes {more on that soon}. But, rather than get myself in a tizzy over gifts and Christmas dos, I thought I’d create this guide to help jumpstart your holiday spirit with the most festive spots in {and around} Bloomington. I’ve included my favourite places to grab a drink, activities you won’t want to miss, and the best places in Bloomington for lights.

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the 10 best things to do in Bloomington, Indiana in the fall

In Bloomington, surrounded by falling leaves and craft beer, I found myself discovering cosy cafés, picnic spots, and pumpkin patches in an autumn wonderland of sorts. The months are quickly coming to an end, and soon all the reds and oranges will be covered in a snowy sea of white {we actually got snowfall last night, so it’s time to publish this sucker}. So, while it lasts {read: while I’m still here}, I thought I’d make the most of this season and help you do the same.

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