Jeff Parrott, Associated Press
Rather than dislike short-term rentals, South Bend's tourism officials welcome them. Officials in other cities may want to note how rentals are bringing in far more people to this county, and they are spending their money there on weekends in amounts that seemingly was impossible before.
2 years ago
Danielle Grady, Associated Press
Indiana's few national parks aren't blockbusters. A new federally recognized historic site -- and any associated funding -- could help strengthen the state's offerings, which are heavy on agri-tourism.
2 years ago
Joseph S. Pete, Associated Press
We thought the "agricultural Disney" was Epcot, but (like the theme park in Orlando) this Indiana attraction is smart to be capitalizing on renewed interest in food and its sources. If visitors already come for an up-close look at pork and dairy farming, they'll likely return for additional specialized activities — and possibly even stay overnight if there's an on-site hotel.
3 years ago
Brian Slodysko, Associated Press
Taking a principled stand is never a bad idea.
4 years ago
Associated Press
We were never fans of the slogan, but we'd rather not see Indiana's tourism officials forced to deal with the mistakes of their state's idiot politicians.
4 years ago
Ken Kusmer, Associated Press
Outside of conventions, Indiana was already a hard sell. Not sure if $1 million will make it any easier.
5 years ago
Dennis Schaal, Skift
Indiana and Arkansas, which passed a similar law today, should call up Arizona and ask what happened when the travel industry began boycotting the state because of regressive laws.
5 years ago
Associated Press
Nothing but a really smart use of lots of open space that other airports can easily replicate.
5 years ago
Traci Moyer, The Herald Bulletin
Indiana isn't the first destination that comes to mind when discussing American hotspots, but it still caters to a local and regional market providing jobs and entrepreneurship opportunities to thousands.
5 years ago
Associated Press
New nonstop routes between cities are introduced on potential demand, but it takes a few months to find out whether flyers will materialize to fill up seats.
6 years ago
Samantha Shankman, Skift
Bikeshares across the U.S. don't compete with one another since locals and visitors will use whichever is in their destination, but creative branding could impact its pickup within the local community.
6 years ago
Elizabeth Beilman, Associated Press
Southern Indiana is focused on a drive market and therefore has the ability to target its message to a specific traveler. Keeping track of local memes and news will help the brand become more relevant to local weekend travelers.
6 years ago
