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Author: Karyn Locke

Karyn Locke is a travel writer and professional road tripper who’s happy to call Pittsburgh her big city. When she’s not in town or on the road, she and her husband, Mr. Locke, are sharing tips, tricks, and beautiful photos on Sand and Snow . . . and Everywhere in Between!, a travel website dedicated to helping folks plan their next vacation. You can find Karyn on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest or in front of her computer chair, cat in lap.

Uncover the Dark Side of the Ohio River: The Haunted History Jeffersonville Digital Passport

Historic black-and-white photograph recreation at Rose Island in Charlestown State Park, featuring a woman in a vintage white dress holding a parasol beneath the park’s iconic archway surrounded by wooded trails.

When it comes to searching for spooky places and haunted spots, sometimes you want a group experience. Then there are the times you want to look for the unexplained on your own or with a couple of friends. Jeffersonville is doing things differently.

Logo for Haunted History Jeffersonville: A Boo 812 Experience, featuring a small ghost icon above the event name inside a green circular brushstroke design.

SoIN Tourism teamed up with Boo 812—a local

Boutiques, Confections & Curiosities: A Guide to Unique Shopping in Southern Indiana

Southern Indiana (SoIN) boasts a vibrant, historic retail landscape that perfectly blends small-town charm with sophisticated, modern curation. Far removed from the predictable corridors of suburban shopping malls, the historic downtown districts of Jeffersonville and New Albany offer

Top 5 Stops on Stranger Things of SoIN Passport Trail

When it comes to all things creepy or odd, I’m down. Add in a touch of strange, especially when it’s based on a popular Netflix series, and you’ll never have to ask me twice.

In 2024, SoIN debuted its Stranger Things of SoIN passport trail, paying homage to the Netflix hit “Stranger Things”, and I