Leisure and Travel Blog

Are you visiting Southern Indiana or are you a local looking for somewhere new to check out? Great news - you’re in the right spot! This blog is devoted to keeping up with the latest additions to “SoIN.” Here you’ll find new places to dine, play and stay in Indiana’s Clark and Floyd counties.

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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

Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 11, 2025. Show all the moms and mother figures in your life you're thinking of them while supporting local businesses in Southern Indiana.

We’ve compiled a few places to treat them this Mother's Day, including special events, brunches and ideas for unique gifts.

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Hold your horses! Well, actually, it's the time of year to let them run wild. The Kentucky Derby is upon us! What most of the world knows as a 2-minute race in Louisville, Kentucky, is a regional, weeks long celebration that draws people from all over the country to the Bluegrass State and Southern

The revolution is still brewing – and continues to be led by women. Southern Indiana is proudly the home of audacious women who continue to break barriers and become leaders in business, advocacy and their communities. Join us in celebrating and learning more about Leticia Rivera and other women who

Are you a visitor or local of Southern Indiana looking for somewhere new to check out? Great news, you’re in the right spot! This blog is devoted to keeping up with what’s “SoIN.” Here you’ll find new places to dine, play, and stay in the Clark and Floyd counties of Southern Indiana.

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Looking for unique gifts for your unique friends? Look no further, Southern Indiana is loaded with unique, one-of-a-kind holiday gift ideas throughout the area! Explore the local shops and specialty stores of SoIN to begin checking off the people on your gift lists. These are just a few to get you

The season of giving is upon us! During the holidays, there is something extra special about giving someone a gift that makes their face light up. Plenty of shops and experiences in SoIN can help you get that “wow” reaction with your gift-giving while supporting local small businesses in Southern

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

As a millennial, nostalgia is my constant companion. There's nothing quite like that rush of warm fuzzies when a favorite memory resurfaces. Here are some of the best places to embark on a nostalgic journey through Southern Indiana.

The Odd Shop
New Albany, IN

The Odd Shop is like stumbling upon a