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12/18/2024

Are you still looking for gifts ... or needing to supply treats for your holiday party? Whatever your excuse ... run over to Café Piña Bakery and check out all the decadent goodies, plus some specialty items from other local artisans.

12/18/2024

Stay cozy this holiday season with the best local sips Southern Indiana has to offer!

With spiced lattes at charming cafes, seasonal wines and craft beers, there's a flavor waiting to make your winter brighter! Who's ready for a holiday drink tour? 🍷 ☕ 🍻

📸| Zax Creamery
📸| Patoka Lake Winery
📸| Patoka Lake Brewing
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12/17/2024

We're anxious to get on the Monon South Trail and we'll get the chance later this week! The Orleans section of the trail will be officially open to the public after the ribbon cutting celebration on Thursday, December 19th.

Be sure to follow Monon South Trail for updates on when the other sections of the trail will be opening in 2025!

Read the full story by our friends at Southern Indiana Business Report.

Come celebrate a major milestone Thursday when officials cut the ribbon at the Monon South Trailhead in Orleans at 1 p.m.

12/16/2024

Wrap up your holiday list with local love and discover all the warmth and cheer that Southern Indiana offers this time of year! 🎁

What's on your wish list this season? 🎄

📸| Ella and Ivy Home

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12/14/2024

Start a heartwarming tradition this season and experience an afternoon of elegance at the West Baden Springs Hotel at French Lick Resort 🍵

Enjoy delicate pastries, savory bites and gourmet tea with a touch of festive ambiance.

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📸| French Lick Resort

12/14/2024

Here's your chance to stop by the iconic Herles in Orleans this evening during the annual Christmas on the Square celebration.

Once a year guests get to walk down memory lane and step inside this historic Cafe.

12/13/2024

Join us for a cozy wellness retreat in beautiful Southern Indiana! ❄️✨

It’s the perfect chance to unwind, recharge and embrace some self-care. Picture this: peaceful spas, calming yoga sessions and a warm community vibe. Sounds amazing, right? ❤️

Start planning your retreat today!

📸| Fire Horse Yoga

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12/11/2024

🌟 Stay in the loop with all the latest happenings in Southern Indiana! 📬✨

Whether you’re a local or planning your next visit, our newsletter is your go-to source for everything Southern Indiana!

Join our community here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3zASPJh

12/09/2024

Who's ready for some winter fun at Paoli Peaks - Ski Ride Tube? This is the perfect winter excursion for all ages with plenty of options for tubing, skiing or snowboarding.

Tag your adventure buddies in the comments!

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📸| Paoli Peaks - Ski Ride Tube

12/07/2024

We want to see your holiday photos!

Use our on-the-go travel bingo card to check off all the various sights, attractions and experiences you discover in Southern Indiana this winter.

Share your snapshots with us here: https://bit.ly/40NDa4B Happy travels! 📸❤️

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📸| French Lick Resort

12/06/2024

Experience the magic of a horse-drawn carriage ride this holiday season at French Lick Resort. Explore the winter wonderland tucked under a blanket, hot cocoa in hand!

You can book a carriage ride midday or evening, tour the stables and meet some of its beautiful horses.

Book your adventure today! 🐴 ❄️

📸 The Stables at French Lick Resort

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12/05/2024

It's the perfect time to layer up, grab some hot cocoa and hit the trails for an outdoor adventure in Southern Indiana!

Check out our latest blog and get ready to be ❄️ 🎵 "Walking in a Winter Wonderland"🎵❄️ this season.

📸| on Instagram

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12/04/2024

🚨 Christmas came early! 🚨 Starting December 7th, Lark Ranch will be open on weekends from 4:00 to 8:30 PM. Plan your visit for a Country Christmas Experience in Loogootee, Indiana!

This is the perfect family fun event with sparkling light displays, train rides and a chance to snap pictures with Santa (all included with your admission). Let the kids get creative at its Teddy Bear Factory, where they can build their very own stuffed animals! 🎁🐻

Tickets are limited, so grab yours today!

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📸| Lark Ranch

12/02/2024

Get ready for a holiday adventure straight out of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation!

Bundle up your family and friends, pack up the car and head to Southern Indiana to pick out the perfect tree. Just be sure to tie it down securely- Clark Griswold style! 😉🎄

📸| Ratkovich Farm

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12/02/2024

Snow-Making has begun at Paoli Peaks - Ski Ride Tube, thanks to some colder weather! Be sure to keep an eye on their website for updates on Opening Day and slope conditions.

https://www.discoversouthernindiana.com/listing/paoli-peaks/133/

12/02/2024

It's the most wonderful time of the year in Southern Indiana!

With twinkling light displays, festive parades, cozy shops and holiday markets, this region is brimming with cheer.

Check out the exciting events happening this month:

🎁 December 6-8: Jasper O'Tannenbaum Days
☃️ December 7: A Christmas Journey: Annual Candlelit Christmas Parade, Huntingburg
🎄 December 7: Tell City's Christmas Parade
🎅 December 7: Christmas on Main, Washington
🚂 December 7: Indiana Railroad Santa Train, Greene
✨ December 14: Christmas on the Square, Orleans

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📸 | Downtown Tell City
📸 | Christmas on the Square, Orleans

11/30/2024

🌟 Happy Small Business Saturday, everyone! 🛍️

Today is the perfect opportunity to show some love to our amazing local shops right here in Southern Indiana!

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📸| Discover Downtown Washington

11/29/2024

REI's campaign encourages people to opt-out of the madness of Black Friday. Let’s support our local parks and choose to this holiday season and appreciate the beauty at McCormick's Creek State Park!🥾🌳❤️

After experiencing a tornado in Spring 2023, we’re thrilled to share that some trails, like Trail 5, have reopened, inviting you back to explore the stunning landscapes and enjoy the fresh air. Plus, the Canyon Inn is ready to welcome visitors, providing a cozy spot to relax after a day of adventure!

While the campgrounds are under reconstruction for the next few years, there’s still plenty to see and do. Lace up your hiking boots and make some memories in this beautiful park!

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Explore the spectacular limestone canyon, flowing creek, and scenic waterfalls that highlight Indiana’s first state park. Hike trails featuring diverse forest trees, spicebush, and native wildflowers on an accessible trail at the nature center. Experience history as you climb the fire tower, use s...