Leisure and Travel Blog

Whether you’re taking a road trip or relaxing with a Spring Break staycation, southern Indiana has some new and classic hot spots to keep both kids and parents entertained. SoIN has a range of spots to visit (six feet apart of course) at any budget!

1. Get Your Game On

Union Restaurant & GameYard

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

In the strangest of years, 2020’s Halloween will feel a bit different because of covid-19 safety protocols. There is, however, no shortage of places to enjoy the spooky season. From creative to creepy, you’ll find plenty of Halloween fun in or near Southern Indiana.

Macabre, at the Mansion

Bright as beacons, pumpkins tell us, “it’s fall!” If you love pumpkin everything, SoIN has no shortage of pumpkin-inspired things to do, eat and ways to treat yourself all season long. Here’s a quick guide to pumpkin things in SoIN:

Fall Farm Fun

Fall in SoIN wouldn’t be complete without some fall

The Kentucky Derby is known worldwide as “the most exciting two minutes in sports.” But did you know that the Derby has a strong connection to New Albany, Indiana’s famous Culbertson family? We asked Jessica Stavros, former Site Manager of the Culbertson Mansion State Historic Site to fill us in on

Are you stressed?

Let’s be honest, everyone’s stress levels are up right now! Stress impacts our bodies in ways we sometimes don’t even notice. Many of us have been spending more time inside staring at a glowing screen, which can cause us to feel sluggish. Science has shown that nature can be

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10. This year will be a little different, so it is more important than ever to show all the moms in your life you're thinking of them! SoIN has ideas about ways to celebrate her while you are supporting local and practicing social distancing.

We’ve compiled a few places

Southern Indiana comes alive at night! When the sun goes down in SoIN the charming walkable main streets filled with boutique shops and cafes start bustling with live music, dancing, cigars, speakeasies and hand-crafted cocktails.

Here are some places to enjoy a nightcap in SoIN! Use the key below

Attending the New Albany Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival, Sept. 27 & 28? Well we’ve already planned out your pre-game and after party. Turn up the fun and extend your stay with these things to do, along with local flavors in and around New Albany.

Before the Festival, Sept. 26

Things to Do

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Useful insider tips and what you need to know before

What is Forecastle Fest?

This year, Forecastle Fest is Friday, July 12, to Sunday, July 14, at Louisville’s Waterfront Park, the riverside heart of downtown. Forecastle has grown from a small music festival in 2002 to a robust weekend of events