Leisure and Travel Blog

Have you ever visited an award-winning attraction? Maybe you didn’t know it, but you felt it in the unforgettable experience and top-notch service. From drama and history to food and drink, you will find several award-winning spots during your trip to Southern Indiana. Indulge your senses and

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

As the sticky summer air finally takes a fall and the crisp autumn breeze sweeps in, there's no better time to get outside and enjoy nature. Whether you're strolling through vibrant parks, hiking among the colorful foliage, or cozying up on a camping trip, Southern Indiana (SoIN) offers a bounty of

As you may have heard, pickleball has quickly become the fastest growing sport in the United States. SoIN has joined in on the craze, offering several options for play.

This accessible sport is the perfect mix of fun, fitness and friendship! It’s easy on the joints, great for your heart, and a

The Longest Section of Indiana’s newest rail-trail is now open

This summer, embark on Southern Indiana’s newest adventure for cyclists, walkers and runners. The Borden section of the Monon South Trail is now open! Wind through Southern Indiana’s quaint small towns and picturesque countryside with

Juneteenth is coming quickly and SoIN Tourism wants to help you find a celebration to commemorate this important American holiday.

While originating in Galveston, Texas, Juneteenth has been celebrated annually around the United States since 1865. The holiday marks the day that the final group of

Families can blaze a new trail and create lifelong memories this summer with the SoIN Fun Trail!

The SoIN Fun Trail returned to Southern Indiana for its fifth summer on Friday, May 23, 2025. The SoIN Fun Trail is a FREE family-friendly digital passport check-in program that encourages visitors to

When the summer heat is on, we’ve got fun ways for the whole family to cool off! Here’s where you can experience water play the SoIN way:

1. River Run Family Waterpark

River Run Family Waterpark is equipped with cool water slides, a steamboat water feature, and a toddler-wading pool. River Run’s

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

Visit Georgetown Drive-In in Georgetown, Indiana, for a nostalgic night of family fun to remember. This dual-screen outdoor attraction prides itself on an authentic drive-in movie experience that’s not only fun for visitors of all ages, but also easy on the pockets. This local favorite is only a