Triple XXX: Purdue Athletics’ Biggest Fan
Local West Lafayette diner, Triple XXX, has been sharing and creating history with Purdue Athletics for decades.
Cultural Travel
Around the World at The Whittaker Inn
With easy access to Purdue and I-65, Whittaker Inn is not only a convenient place to stay in West Lafayette. It’s also like a trip around the world.
A Short Walk in Lincoln Park: Discover this Free Park and Zoo
Take a walk in Lincoln Park and you’ll discover a few of the free things to do in this Chicago treasure.
General Lew Wallace + Lane Place: Crawfordsville’s History and its Worldwide Impact
A lifelong resident finds historical things to do in Crawfordsville Indiana.
Café Smilga: A Taste of Eastern Europe in Illinois
A Lithuanian immigrant shares why Café Smilga reminds her of home.
Unique Destinations, Road Trips, and how to be a Local Tourist: Top Articles of 2021
What. A. Year. eh? In my nearly twenty years of publishing The Local Tourist, I’ve never done a “Top 10” list of most popular articles. I have no idea why not, but …
Whyte Horse Winery: a Wonderful Winery Adventure
What better way to spend a day than sipping wines? Whyte Horse Winery in Monticello, Indiana, offers wines for every taste.
Wea Creek Orchard: Perfect Fall Fun in Lafayette
Plan a day of fall fun at Wea Creek Orchards in Lafayette, Indiana.
Fowler House Mansion: the Intriguing Story of the House on the Hill
Learn the story behind Fowler House Mansion in Indiana.
Famous Franks: Bringing One of a Kind Creations to West Lafayette
When you’ve got the late-night munchies in West Lafayette, Famous Franks is the only place to go.
100+ Inspiring Travel Quotes
If you need some inspiration, these travel quotes will have you dreaming of adventures and exploration.
Being a Local Tourist in Elgin Illinois
There are so many things to do in Elgin Illinois, a city rich with history, art, shopping, and the great outdoors that’s less than an hour from Chicago.