Leisure and Travel Blog

Because National Fried Chicken Day deserves more than just microwaved nuggets.

@gosoin #NationalFriedChickenDay is coming up on July 6! 🍗 🍗 🍗 🍗 We sent our resident foodie vlogger Zack on a mission to find his Top 3 Fried Chicken spots in SoIN and he delivered! Hit play to see his

Somehow vacations are becoming more and more stressful. Let’s fill the itinerary to the brim and stress out about accommodations, in addition to running 25 errands before getting on the road. We believe that traveling does require some work to get it just right, but you don’t have to do it alone.

Since moving to the region in 2009, I’ve compiled a list of favorite places to take family and friends who are visiting from out of town. At the top of that list is Schimpff’s Confectionery in downtown Jeffersonville. No matter how many times I’ve seen their free candy-making demonstration (well

When your destination has so much to offer, how do you choose what to do first? In Southern Indiana (Floyd & Clark Counties) you have a few tools to help you plan your visit before your trip, including a printed visitor guide (request yours here) and the itineraries page of this site, which provides

Rollin’ on the River Beer Fest drops anchor at Big Four Station Park in Jeffersonville on May 30, 2026. Presented by Pearl Street Taphouse & Antz Marching, LLC (founders of Fest of Ale) the gathering offers a catalog of local, regional and even international brews curated by local beer aficionados.

Southern Indiana has come to be the home of many things. Great shopping, great views, great food and, of course, great hospitality but did you know that we’re also home to a lot of great places to enjoy live music? From festivals to a cozy bistro to the old favorite dive bar, there are plenty of

Thunder Over Louisville returns for its 33rd year on April 18, 2026, and SoIN is getting ready to welcome you! As you plan your Thunder experience, enjoy these throwback pictures and videos from past years.

Thunder Over Louisville kicks off the two-week Kentucky Derby Festival with spectacular

What's open late in Southern Indiana? Keep reading to find out!

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.

From first dates to anniversaries, birthdays and more, SoIN has the perfect date night itinerary for you and that special someone no matter your budget.

Free Date Ideas in SoIN

Have a romantic date in SoIN without spending a dime! Southern Indiana is home to several free activities that are perfect

Many years ago, I was vacationing in Asheville, N.C., when I realized the NFL game I was intent on watching the next day would be a lot more fun at a bar rather than my hotel room. But where to go? I spent part of the previous afternoon walking around downtown looking for a place with plenty of TVs.