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Uncover the Dark Side of the Ohio River: The Haunted History Jeffersonville Digital Passport

Historic black-and-white photograph recreation at Rose Island in Charlestown State Park, featuring a woman in a vintage white dress holding a parasol beneath the park’s iconic archway surrounded by wooded trails.

When it comes to searching for spooky places and haunted spots, sometimes you want a group experience. Then there are the times you want to look for the unexplained on your own or with a couple of friends. Jeffersonville is doing things differently.

Logo for Haunted History Jeffersonville: A Boo 812 Experience, featuring a small ghost icon above the event name inside a green circular brushstroke design.

SoIN Tourism teamed up with Boo 812—a local

A Local’s Guide to the SoIN Fun Trail

How to make the most of your summer in Southern Indiana with the free digital passport!

If you live in SoIN, you have almost certainly seen the SoIN Fun Trail pop up on your feed every summer. Maybe you've saved a post about it. Maybe you've told yourself you'd look into it. Then Labor Day rolls

Iconic SoIN Attractions to Visit in 2026

As the United States celebrates its 250th “birthday” this summer, there are a few SoIN attractions marking their own milestone anniversaries. Whether they offer upstanding service, unforgettable experiences, important history or a combination of all three, these locations have stood the test of

Meet the “It” Couples of SoIN – Valentine’s Day in Southern Indiana

Love is in the air in SoIN! To celebrate Valentine’s Day, the SoIN Tourism team is spotlighting SoIN “It” Couples—local couples who own or run businesses and attractions. Keep reading to learn about their love stories and insider tips for the perfect SoIN date night.

Liam Newlin & Brian Marshall

Wellness on the Go: Prioritize Your Health While Visiting Southern Indiana

The new year is the perfect time to focus on your health, and Southern Indiana has no shortage of ways to eat well, stay active, and take care of yourself. From wholesome meals to outdoor adventures, we’ve rounded up several spots to help you stick to your resolutions.

Fuel Your Body Right

Seeds and Greens

Eating

“Stranger Things” Bike Stops in Southern Indiana

Explore the Upside Down bicycling from Jeffersonville to New Albany, Indiana

Bike rides have taken on new meaning as kids explore bicycle adventures through the young characters in the hit Netflix sci-fi thriller Stranger Things™. For older generations, it brings back nostalgic rides from classic

Top 5 Stops on Stranger Things of SoIN Passport Trail

When it comes to all things creepy or odd, I’m down. Add in a touch of strange, especially when it’s based on a popular Netflix series, and you’ll never have to ask me twice.

In 2024, SoIN debuted its Stranger Things of SoIN passport trail, paying homage to the Netflix hit “Stranger Things”, and I

Labor Day Weekend Things to Do in and Around Southern Indiana

It’s hard to believe summer is winding down, and Labor Day will be here before we know it. We at SoIN Tourism want to offer some ideas to get a head start on a fun and festive Labor Day weekend. From international cuisine, family- (and pet!) friendly festivals and fitness events, plus live music for

Top Pickleball Courts in Southern Indiana

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