May 21st, 2013 at 10:00AM: Since when did camping become expensive? I live in Chicago and have spent a ridiculous amount of time researching places to camp over the Memorial Day weekend in the last two weeks. If I had planned ahead, booking a campsite would be quick and easy but we tend not to plan very far in advance, which makes travel during holidays complicated and sometimes expensive.
We wanted to camp at Devil's ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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$56 A Night To Pitch A Tent? Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
May 21st, 2013 at 10:00AM: Since when did camping become expensive? I live in Chicago and have spent a ridiculous amount of time researching places to camp over the Memorial Day weekend in the last two weeks. If I had planned ahead, booking a campsite would be quick and easy but we tend not to plan very far in advance, which makes travel during holidays complicated and sometimes expensive.
We wanted to camp at Devil's ...Epic Mountain Biking In The Heart Of Indiana
Apr 23rd, 2013 at 9:00AM:
Indiana might not immediately pop in your mind when you think of great mountain bike destinations, but after riding Brown County State Park, it will.
Located less than an hour south of Indianapolis, Brown County is the crown jewel of Midwestern trail riding. After the International Mountain Bicycling Association bestowed Epic status on the 25-mile trail system in 2011, riders within a ...
A Perfect Day After Landing At North America's Best Airport
Mar 17th, 2013 at 10:00AM:
An airport with just one terminal, no tram, zero VIP lounges and woeful public transportation options is the best in North America, according to the Airport Council International. Last week, Indianapolis International Airport beat out every other large facility on the continent for the top Air Service Quality award for 2012. The results are based on passenger satisfaction, and IND won for the ...Indianapolis Refines The Art Hotel
Feb 15th, 2013 at 11:00AM:
"Restroom?" the guest asked near The Alexander hotel's registration desk, a pair of antique bureaus encased in glass.
"Follow the birds," the employee answered, referring to a flock made of sculpted vinyl records fluttering along a lobby wall.
"Follow the birds" and "just past the graffiti" might become common directions at Indianapolis's new boutique hotel, located three blocks from ...The Worst-Smelling Towns In America
Aug 1st, 2012 at 9:00AM: Last week, I was in Eureka, California, for a couple of days with my parents and brother's family. Despite the cute, historic downtown and an epic feast at the renown Samoa Cookhouse, our overwhelming impression of this coastal city is that it should be renamed "Eureeka," because it stinks – literally.
The stench of ... bait fish? Fish meal or perhaps cat food processing enveloped our ...Photo Of The Day: Fourth Of July In Indiana
Jul 4th, 2012 at 6:00PM:
Patriotism means something different to everyone, but today we each celebrate the home we have found in the United States. We celebrate today with things that complete any good party: food, drinks, music, the outdoors and a good show. In most places, the show tonight will be a fireworks display. For that reason, I chose this photo by Keith Pennington as today's Photo Of The Day. A night sky in ...Gawker's Worst 50 States
Aug 25th, 2011 at 11:30AM: I've been following Gawker's newest series, The Worst 50 States. I've been enjoying following this series. In an effort to pin down not only the best states in the US of A, but, more importantly, the worst states, Gawker compiled a Gawker-invented rating system in order to rank our fair fifty. Granted, this rating system consists solely of the viewpoints of those on staff for Gawker, so the ...Holiday World offers exclusive roller coaster photos online
Dec 13th, 2010 at 12:30PM: Holiday World is known for its roller coasters, including The Voyage, which has been named the world's top wooden roller coaster for the past four years.
The holiday-themed park plays host to thousands of coaster enthusiasts each year, and many of them like to capture photos of the coasters from different angles. In fact, park officials say, some coaster enthusiasts beg for a behind-the-scenes ...Holiday trip? Consider rail travel
Nov 26th, 2010 at 2:00PM:
Unlike Europe and Japan, the United States isn't known for its high-tech, efficient rail travel. Which is a shame because, as I recently discovered, taking Amtrak is sometimes a better way to travel this big country of ours, and generally speaking, it has a lower carbon footprint per passenger than driving or flying.
You definitely need to have time to spare for long distance trips, ...Getting drunk: Twenty cities that don't know how to handle their liquor
Oct 8th, 2010 at 9:00AM: California loves to get wasted! San Diego and San Jose are the top two cities that drink stupidly, according to a survey by Insurance.com. They lead the country in alcohol-related driving violations, a dubious distinction to say the least. So, if you step into the crosswalk in these two spots, take an extra second to look both ways.
The reasons for hitting this list vary and include proximity ...Holiday World owner Will Koch dies suddenly
Jun 15th, 2010 at 8:30AM: Theme park fans and the attractions industry are mourning the death of Holiday World owner and president Will Koch.
Koch died suddenly at his home Sunday night. He was 48.
"Will was not only our leader, he was our dear friend," park spokeswoman Paula Werne said in a statement. "Our park family is in mourning for this sweet man who worked tirelessly to bring fun and happiness to so many ...Flight attendant: Packing heat was a mistake
Jun 13th, 2010 at 9:00AM: Let's be clear: Amber Robillard said she didn't mean to put a loaded handgun into her carry-on bag. The flight attendant – keeper of order, safety and beverage cart service ... not to mention explainer of the rules – says she accidentally packed heat, without a license, when she went to Indianapolis International Airport.
It's all a big mistake.
On June 4, Robillard was charged ...39 of America's best drives
Jun 1st, 2010 at 10:00AM:
Summer is upon us, and that means it's time for road trips. Even with gasoline prices nudging the three dollar mark, there's no better way to spend a summer day or weekend than taking part in the American tradition of a great drive. With that in mind, Gadling has put together 39 great drives across the U.S. you'll want to check out. So grab your keys and get out on the open road!
Duluth, ...Five essential Memorial Day destinations
May 26th, 2010 at 5:30PM: Memorial Day marks the cultural beginning of summer, the start of the warm months. The picnics and the parties and the celebration of the impending summer have sort of become the point of Memorial Day for many, a kind of superimposition of recreation over the intention of the holiday.
We love beer and hot dogs as much as the next guy, but for those interested in the history and meaning (or, in ...Holiday World 'auctions' staff members for charity
May 10th, 2010 at 11:00AM: You can learn what it takes to maintain a roller coaster or make perfect cotton candy if you place the winning bid in one of 15 auctions to benefit flood relief efforts in Nashville. Holiday World and Splashin' Safari theme park in Southern Indiana has launched the auction packages, with bids open through Monday, May 17.
Each of the packages gets you four (and in some cases, more) tickets to ...16 great farmers' markets
Apr 15th, 2010 at 3:00PM:
Farmers' markets are not only a great way to sample a community's natural bounty, they're also a unique setting to experience its culture. While each farmers' market is different, a really good farmers' market brings a sense of community to the cities and municipalities where they operate. Wondering where you can experience some of the freshest produce, tastiest snacks and friendliest people ...Indianapolis prepares for March Madness with new hotel rooms, vacation packages
Feb 23rd, 2010 at 3:00PM: Indianapolis is getting ready to host a pair of the NCAA basketball games by opening up more than 600 new hotel rooms.
According to Fox59, a local Indianapolis station, The Courtyard at Marriott, SpringHill Suites and Fairfield Inn are now open and booking guests. The new hotels are within walking distance from the stadium and new convention center, which will host the Final Four games.
The ...Wineries with outdoor music offer perfection: 10 wineries and 9 states
Sep 8th, 2009 at 12:00PM: As I sipped a glass of red wine at Harpersfield Winery in Geneva, Ohio on the last Saturday in August while listening to the Hollywood Slim Band, one of my favorite Ohio-based groups, I thought what a perfect finale evening to the last month of summer. The setting sun that cast its warm glow over the scene--plus the plate of cheese, meats and olives served up with warm bread cinched the thought. ...Tour Michael Jackson's hometown
Jul 21st, 2009 at 12:30PM: The Michael Jackson madness continues! When the announcement of Michael Jackson's death circulated around the globe in late June, news outlets went crazy. We watched day after day of non-stop Michael mourning on TV. CNN talked about his kids, his declining health, and the rumored cause of death. E! reminisced about the scandals that plagued him, and his decidedly eccentric behavior (baby-dangling, ...Budget summer vacation from Chicago - road trip to Santa Claus, Indiana
May 8th, 2009 at 1:30PM: Chicago is in the unfortunate position of being surrounded by a whole lot of nothing. It doesn't matter which direction you are heading, you'll need to drive several hours till you finally reach something that isn't in the Chicagoland metro area, or anything remotely fun (Sorry Milwaukee, but I don't consider you to be that cool a destination, unless it is during Summerfest). If you are looking ...
