Some days, you just need a reset in some fresh air. West Lafayette has three parks that give you an option for that reset: climb a little, cool off under some trees, or wander a quiet loop. No itineraries or gear needed. Purdue University Student, Biying Chai, shares this blog. This blog is…
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Going to grab a scoop of ice cream sounds like a simple activity, but for me, it’s the backdrop to some of my favorite memories. When I’m back home with my family, my favorite nightly activity is asking my mom if we can go get ice cream. Every time, without fail, she’ll roll her eyes and tell me…
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I had been craving something different from my usual coffee places. However, I wanted something on campus. Similar to its name, Ghost Coffee is almost hidden in plain sight. Purdue University Student, Aleyce Green, shares this blog. This blog is part of a series of articles submitted to Visit…
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Like siblings in a family, two of West Lafayette’s Japanese dining restaurants share a common heritage but shine in their own ways. Sakanaya and Sakanaya Izakaya offer their own unique personality, menu, and dining experience. Purdue University Student, Mackenzie Larson, shares this blog. This…
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We all know the feeling when your sweet tooth kicks in and you need something specific . Not just “something sweet,” but homemade chocolate that reminds you of your grandma, new candy you’ve seen on TikTok you really want to try, or maybe even just a fountain soda paired with a little bit of…
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Sometimes it’s difficult to find golf-related things to do, especially when the weather turns rainy or cold. That’s why I was glad to discover Net Par in West Lafayette. Instead of being stuck inside wishing I could play, I get to swing at world-famous courses through high-tech simulators, relax in…
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As I walked into Main Street Amusements for the first time, a rush of nostalgic euphoria flowed through me. The ping of the pinball machines, the zap from Pac-Man and the clink of tokens falling into the dispenser initiated a whirlwind of joy in me as it took me back to my childhood. Purdue…
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Everyone goes through periods of time where they feel like screaming or hitting something, and while this is not an enjoyable headspace to be in, there is an enjoyable way to relieve that stress. Whether you need to swing a sledgehammer, smash a TV with a crowbar, or smash a bunch of beer bottles…
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As a senior here at Purdue, there aren’t many restaurants that create a nostalgic feeling of being at Purdue for me, except for one. Whenever I’m away from West Lafayette, even when I was overseas this summer, I was homesick for the ultimate Purdue staple: Nine Irish Brothers. Purdue University…
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As a college student, one of the most common things I hear from friends is how much they miss home-cooked meals. Luckily, here in Greater Lafayette, there are plenty of diners that serve just what we’re looking for. A 1950s inspired diner? We got it! Homemade pies you can’t get anywhere else? We…
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