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Dig a little deeper into stories about our history, unique guest features, and what’s happening around the resort.

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Something New is Cooking at Table One

Courses at Table One, the private chef's table
Have you heard about the new Table One at West Baden Springs Hotel? Here’s 5 things to know about our newest dining experience at French Lick Resort.
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Have It (F)all This Autumn at French Lick Resort

Beautiful fall scene at French Lick Springs Hotel
Before autumn falls away, plan a weekend or enjoy some time at French Lick Resort. In and around the resort, you really can have it (f)all.
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Take Me Out to the Ballgame (Again) at Sprudel Field

Baseball field at West Baden Springs Hotel
One of the newest features to enjoy at French Lick Resort is Sprudel Field, which has come back to life after nearly 100 years.
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"The Eighth Wonder": West Baden's Headline-Making Origin

August 24, 2023
West Baden Springs Hotel, shortly before its opening in 1902
You may have heard West Baden Springs Hotel was regarded as the “Eighth Wonder of the World.” But where did that lofty declaration originate?
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Hear from our J1 South American Associates on the Resort, US Culture & More

April 25, 2023
International Staff at French Lick Resort
Just like our hotels welcome guests from all over the world, some of our associates even come from all corners of the globe.
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Hotel Headlines From Days Gone By

April 13, 2023
Newspaper about gaming at french lick
When we say our hotels have been making headlines for well over a century, it’s the truth. Dusting off some old newspaper clippings to spotlight a few of the occasions we’ve been in the news over the years....
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How Do They Make Your Stay Special? Our Experience Designers Share 5 Stories & Itineraries

March 31, 2023
four images of activites at French Lick resort
If you already have an upcoming trip on the books to French Lick Resort (that’d be some of you) or want to make a trip happen (that’d be all the rest of you), then listen up. There’s a planning resource you’ll want to know about, and you may not know it existed.
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College Days under the Dome: Northwood Memories from a Different Era of West Baden

March 30, 2023
Judith Dunlap
If you follow French Lick Resort on Facebook, you probably recognize the name Judith Dunlap from the comment section. She's our superfan, and there’s a good reason for the love and obsession. Judith lived and attended classes at the dome from 1976-78 when Northwood Institute inhabited West Baden Springs Hotel prior to its restoration.
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145 years (and counting) of big business at West Baden Springs Hotel

West Baden Resort - 1878
If you’ve ever visited French Lick Resort on a large business outing or major group function, you might be surprised to know you’re part of a tradition that first started 145 years ago.
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#60 and Counting: An Anniversary Tradition at West Baden Springs Hotel

February 28, 2023
Erv and Lou Ellen Watts
After 60 years of marriage and more than a half-century of traveling the country together, you learn a thing or two. Like which destinations are worth a return visit to commemorate those extra-special milestones.
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