Leisure and Travel Blog

Abbey Road on the River Rockin’ 2021 Lineup

All you need is love and Abbey Road on the River. The world’s largest Beatles-inspired music festival is headed to Southern Indiana over Labor Day Weekend. The five-day event is filled with peace, love and music featuring nearly 50 bands from around the

Whether you’re a long-term gardening enthusiast, a recent COVID gardener, or you’re simply craving a nature immersion beyond the overwhelming cicada takeover, the southern Indiana region offers beautiful botanical experiences to fit any level of interest.

Here’s a round-up of some buzz-worthy spots

A delicious way to spend a day in SoIN

Updated June 17, 2021 - It's that time of year: berry picking time! We always love the taste of freshly picked berries! As of today, Huber's Orchard, Winery & Vineyards has strawberries to pick and purchase. Soon, they'll also have blueberries, black

Southern Indiana has excellent trails and paths for experienced trekkers or novices who want to ease into hiking.

Family Friendly, Easy and Accessible Hikes

For family-friendly adventuring, the 2.8-mile Mount Saint Francis loop trail in Floyds Knobs is

From breweries and boutiques to eateries and event venues, several new spots are popping up in Southern Indiana this year. Here’s a round-up of new businesses and must-see spots debuting in 2021. We’ll be updating and adding to this list as new places open, so be sure to check back often for

Throughout the year, cabins provide cozy getaways for long weekends of outdoor adventures, pure nostalgia, or a great way to break up your own sense of cabin fever!

Southern Indiana has several cabin options to give you the adventurous experience best suited for your family or travel crew.

Rustic

National #PretendToBeATimeTraveler day is December 8th! Celebrate by taking a trip back in time right here in #southernIndiana.

Here are some of the spots where you can discover the local past and the history of the world!

Falls of the Ohio State Park

Travel back 390 million years and hike on

The Falls of the Ohio State Park is a one-of-a-kind attraction. It is home to the largest exposed Devonian (before dinosaurs) fossil beds in the world. These fossilized sea creatures lived millions of years ago when this area was actually the floor of a shallow tropical sea.

Located along the Ohio

Charlestown State Park is a beautiful gem tucked along the Ohio River in Borden, Indiana about 30 minutes north of Louisville, Kentucky. On more than 15,000 acres, this park offers a unique blend of activities for a fun family weekend. Its rich natural history houses the remains of Rose Island, a

Deam Lake State Recreation Area is a gem in southern Indiana north of Louisville, with 1,300 acres of forest and trails and an impressive 104-acre lake. Featuring a variety of activities, this is a fun day trip or a long weekend with the family.

Most people come here for: The Beach

Top 3 features: