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Meet Sandy: 50 Years of Service with a Smile at the Resort

November 09, 2022
Sandy Alspaugh
We could all use a Sandy Alspaugh in the workplace. Someone who laughs and jokes. Someone you can count on being there literally every day. Someone who’ll do any task asked of her — and maybe even belt out a tune while she’s doing it.
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From the Ground Up: Early Snapshots as French Lick Casino Celebrates Sweet 16

November 02, 2022
Construction of French Lick Casino
Happy Sweet 16 to French Lick Casino! Like any other teenager, you’ve changed quite a bit and been through a few phases since officially opening on November 3, 2006. How ‘bout a look back through the years?
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'Who Knew?' America's Travel Writers Discover French Lick & West Baden for the First Time

October 26, 2022
Inside West Baden Springs dome
Anyone who’s a proud Hoosier or has made a visit to French Lick Resort is well aware of the magic and mystique of this place.
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Something to Satisfy All 5 Senses This Fall

Kids playing in leaves
It’s been nice having 100% cooperation from fall so far, hasn’t it? The first two weeks of autumn has treated us to one idyllic fall day after the next — crisp, foggy mornings, and sunny afternoons with a touch of breeze. More of that, please.
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So Cold the Vodka: A New Spirit with a Movie-Inspired Twist

So Cold the Vodka
If you’re looking to add a little color to your upcoming stay at French Lick Resort – or even your liquor cabinet at home – here’s something new to get you in the spirit.
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A Very Famous Name and Face to Add to Our Wall of Fame?

Exterior of French Lick Springs during the Sheraton era
It just might be time for a major addition to our Wall of Distinguished Guests. It’d be one of the most famous names among the 200+ celebrities on the wall — one that we never even heard about until now.
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Can You Dig It? A Chicks' Trip Has Endless Possibilities

September 19, 2022
Ladies unpacking truck for girls weekend
Ladies, this is your time. And your kind of place.
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From Childhood Horse Rides, to Adult Wedding Bells: "One of My Favorite Places on the Planet"

Wedding Dance
You know those childhood memories that are gold starred in your mind? Sometimes you gotta revisit those as an adult.
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10 Things Outside the Resort to Complete Your Summer Adventure

Drive in Movie
Last week we filled you in on 10 things to do at French Lick Resort this summer. Let’s branch out a bit today. Here’s 10 more things outside of the resort that you’ll want to find time for during your summer getaway to French Lick and West Baden.
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Behind the Scenes: So Cold the River Media Day

Behind the scenes of filming
It was lights, camera, action at West Baden Springs Hotel, to celebrate the theatrical release of the movie "So Cold the River."
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