Leisure and Travel Blog

The culinary scene in southern Indiana has attracted a lot of attention recently, so we sat down with one man who knows what it takes to stand out. After winning a cooking competition on national television, to now running three kitchens, we were curious as to how things have changed and what the

You don’t want to judge this book by its cover. From the outside, The Carnegie Center for Art and History looks like any city museum or library, but underneath its inconspicuous façade lies a brave and vibrant essence. We talked to the Center’s director, Eileen Yanoviak who has her pulse of the

The annual New Albany Jingle Walk is a wine festival, scavenger hunt and a celebration of local shops all-in-one. The anticipation of this event builds as this marks the 12th year of Small Business Saturday festivities. Here’s what you need to know to get in on all the fun:

1. More than 13 shops

Harvest Homecoming promises to deliver all the traditional things we love about the festival like the carnival rides, concerts, craft & food booth days and Bourbon on the River, but there are some changes you need to know about. This year’s festivities will be bigger than better than ever! Read on

Attending the New Albany Blues, Brews & BBQ Festival, Sept. 27 & 28? Well we’ve already planned out your pre-game and after party. Turn up the fun and extend your stay with these things to do, along with local flavors in and around New Albany.

Before the Festival, Sept. 26

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Pumpkins aren't just for painting, eating or carving anymore.

Harvest Homecoming's Pumpkin Chunking Competition returns, attracting thousands of spectators who want to watch 7lbs pumpkins hurled 100 yards in the air by way of gravity powered trebuchet's created by adult, middle and high school teams

If you love music festivals, September is the time to visit southern Indiana! Almost every genre of music is featured in and around the area.
Book your hotel, bring your friends and party with the thousands of attendees who travel to this region during this time every year for great music, food,

Here in southern Indiana, we love the outdoors, and you’ll understand why after you’ve experienced our amazing parks with state-of-the-art amenities, popular pedestrian and bike trails with picturesque views, and an abundance of recreational activities on land and water.

Did you know we have

The Keg Liquors’ annual Fest of Ale celebrates its 14th year and promises to be bigger and better than ever, featuring over 250 beers from more than 100 of America’s finest breweries. In addition to beer, over 50 fine wines and ciders will be available for guests to sample.
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With so many opportunities for fun this spring, here is a little snapshot of what you may be missing out on if you're not in Southern Indiana.

LEFT: Visitors got a front row seat during the largest fireworks show in the nation a Thunder Over Louisville from the Second Street Bridge in