The adjoining resort communities of French Lick and West Baden, Indiana, have been welcoming guests for more than 100 years to National Landmark properties and unique spas. And while “spa” sounds relaxing, don’t let your clients snooze on area activities that include golf, casino gaming, nature cruises, chainsaw carving (!) and up-close encounters with elephants and giraffes.
The French Lick Resort was recently named the Best Historic Resort by Historic Hotels of America, and there’s more of the past to explore nearby, according to Kristal Painter with Visit French Lick West Baden.
“We partner with Corydon, as that town’s history complements ours,” Painter says. “And there’s loads of grand architecture in southern Indiana, including the Monastery of Immaculate Conception in Dubois County and Saint Meinrad Archabbey in Spencer County.”
Groups can fly into Indianapolis, Louisville or Chicago and tour Indiana from top to bottom. “We’re a part of the Indiana Treasures Tour, and it’s divided up into northern, central and southern Indiana,” says Painter, who represents the southern tier. “Three DMOs formed a partnership, which makes it easier for operators to plan a tour.”
When you’re ready to start planning, email Painter or go to visitfrenchlickwestbaden.com.
Top photo: French Lick Springs Hotel
Photo by Visit French Lick West Baden
