Travel

In 1994, Linda “Lee” Ligocki set out to provide her community with something it desperately needed – a unique, affordable, and top-rated place for visitors to stay in Winamac, Ind. That’s, in part, how the Tortuga Inn was born on the banks of...

It’s only fitting that the oldest John Deere dealership in the world be accompanied by a museum to showcase the most special of antiques. Established in 2018, PJ Gilsinger & Co., operates as part John Deere museum, part all things Pulaski...

A new year, another month, and another chance to get out and see everything that Northwest Indiana has to offer. Each month, we visit one of the towns in the area to showcase the unique, the charming, and the beautiful, all right in our own...

For the Life Sites’ second installment featuring sights waiting to be discovered in local communities, we turn our attention toward Lake County, taking a visit to Crown Point, Ind. People who are looking for picturesque, Instagram-ready sites, or...

Many commuters may not be aware that there are other convenient ways to commute to Chicago airports without driving and paying for expensive parking spots. Here’s an idea: The South Shore Line (SSL)! With stations ranging from South Bend to...

The South Shore Line (SSL) and the City of Valparaiso have partnered to further connect public transportation in the City of Valparaiso. Starting August 1 the City of Valparaiso will be operating a new weekday shuttle. Try out the new service for...

Many believe that the start of school means the end of summer. But really, the season officially started only a little over a month ago! For us at the Greatnews.Life sites, we are definitely soaking it up and relishing in our summer vacations. If you...

Tents, bonfires, s’mores, the great outdoors; all staples of the traditional camping trip. No Indiana summer is complete without at least one of these outdoor excursions, and there’s no better place in the Hoosier state to spend a night or two...

Many residents outside of the Region don't always know about the gems we have here spread throughout Northwest Indiana, but we sure do. We love everything that our home has to offer, but that doesn't mean we don't appreciate getting out and exploring...

Whether it’s to see family for the holidays, a business trip, or an escape to warmer climates for the winter season, sometimes the easiest way to travel is flying to your destination. It’s much safer than driving and will reduce the amount of...