Leisure and Travel Blog

Spring has sprung, and the days are getting warmer. It won’t be much longer until Memorial Day weekend is here, which means a lot of events will be taking place in Southern Indiana. SoIN wants to give you a heads-up about some fun Memorial Day weekend events for residents and out-of-towners alike.

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10, 2026. Show all the moms and mother figures in your life you're thinking of them while supporting local businesses in Southern Indiana.

We’ve compiled a few places to treat them this Mother's Day, including special events, brunches and ideas for unique gifts.

Mother’s

And they’re off! Those who grew up in Southern Indiana, just north of Churchill Downs and Louisville, Kentucky, recognize the call to kick off the annual Kentucky Derby. The kickoff of Derby season is a little harder to pin down, with several festivities to enjoy in the weeks leading up to the

As the United States celebrates its 250th “birthday” this summer, there are a few SoIN attractions marking their own milestone anniversaries. Whether they offer upstanding service, unforgettable experiences, important history or a combination of all three, these locations have stood the test of

Are you visiting Southern Indiana, or are you a local looking for somewhere new to check out? Great news - you’re in the right spot! This blog is devoted to keeping up with the latest additions to “SoIN.” Here you’ll find new places to dine, play and stay, and discover new things to do in Southern

Hello, once again! I am your Foodie-in-Chief, Zack Koehler. Recently, I had the opportunity to interview Michael Bowe, Executive Chef of Red Yeti in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Chef Bowe was recently nominated for a James Beard Award for Best Chef in the Great Lakes region. It’s pretty much the

A premier event of the Kentucky Derby Festival and one of the biggest fireworks displays in the country, Thunder Over Louisville has graced the skies with a spectacular air and fireworks show for more than 30 years. Locals know some of the best views are on the Southern Indiana side of the Ohio

Want to get away after the winter snow and ice? Head south and look to SoIN for a getaway! SoIN is just a mile north of Louisville, Ky. across the Ohio River. It’s our part of Southern Indiana. With our tried and true attractions, plus new businesses regularly opening, you’ll find plenty of new

In honor of Women’s History Month, SoIN Tourism is spotlighting women who shape our local tourism scene. From running shops and restaurants to managing attractions and experiences, women leaders play a vital role in what makes Southern Indiana a great place to visit.

  Credit: J. Tyler Franklin

In honor of Women’s History Month, SoIN Tourism is spotlighting women who shape our local tourism scene. From running shops and restaurants to managing attractions and experiences, women leaders play a vital role in what makes Southern Indiana a great place to visit.

Let’s meet Janice W Leavell,