Leisure and Travel Blog

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

Warm evenings, friends, delicious food, and cold drinks mean the outdoor dining season is here in SoIN! Enjoy your meal while taking in a beautiful view of historic downtowns, the Ohio River, wooded parks, or the Louisville skyline!

If you are like me and want to enjoy a nice meal and feel

We’ve scouted several dog-friendly experiences and attractions throughout Jeffersonville, New Albany and Clarksville just to prove it's always dog day in SoIN! Check out these dine, play and stay locations below that will welcome you and your furry four-legged family member(s) with open arms while

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

I am not a stranger to the joy of fishing. I grew up having family vacations planned around where to catch the largest fish. Whether it was Michigan lakes, Outer Banks or Alaska. By the time I was 5, I could put a worm on a hook, remove the fish and clean it properly (family rule – if you caught it,

Whether you’re seeking shelter from the elements, or you’re looking to experience the local arts, when you head indoors in Southern Indiana, you get to bring the fun with you. These SoIN attractions give you plenty of options for indoor entertainment throughout all four seasons.

HANDS-ON FUN

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Sometimes you and your girlfriends just need to get away. Southern Indiana has all the ingredients for a refreshing, fun, picture-worthy trip to create lifelong memories with your lady soulmates! With new businesses popping up, you'll find someplace new to check out each time you visit. Grab your

African American history in Southern Indiana is full of contradictions. On one hand, Indiana was the proverbial promised land for those escaping the clutches of slavery. On the other hand, what was waiting on the north shore of the Ohio River wasn’t always friendly or compassionate to those fleeing

The Perfect Valentine’s Day Weekend in SoIN: For Foodies, Adventurists, and History Nerds Alike!

For Foodie Lovers

Southern Indiana’s food scene is a great fit for a lovers’ date night! If you and your Valentine are in the mood for charcuterie and chocolate or a four-course meal with artisan

I usually look forward to winter as a break from the heat and a chance to see our luscious trees morph into objects that look like giant fingertips reaching into the sky. Though many of us locals end up driving home in the dark at 5:30 p.m. during daylight saving time, I love how the holidays offer