Anyhow, you might be surprised at all the ways a little resort time can help in that quest to live better — whatever type of resolution you have in mind.
In this post-shutdown world, there’s just something about
satisfying that wanderlust again, and also seeing new views and first-time
experiences. Scratch something off that travel bucket list in 2022, whether it’s
French Lick, West Baden, or even somewhere else you’ve had your heart set on.
And don’t be pressured to fill your itinerary top to bottom, either — according
to Expedia, 54% of travelers said having the time to relax and do nothing is
what makes them happiest.
Maybe you have your own spin on this one.
Move more and sit less.
Double the time you spend outside.
Whatever your angle, the “exercise more” push is always one
of the No. 1 priorities during resolution season. And around here, there’s no
shortage of outdoor
activities to try or miles to cover. A round-trip walk on the Ferguson
Trail (which connects French Lick and West Baden Springs Hotels) will get you
about halfway to that daily 10,000 steps goal. And if outdoor walking isn’t in
the cards, you can cover a lot of ground fully
indoors at the resort.
If you prefer wooded trails to paved paths, there’s nearly 12 miles to explore on our resort trail system as well. Stick to Trail 1 for a short,
moderate stroll, and tack on Trails 2 and 3 if you’re feeling a longer, hillier
challenge.
“So, what’d you do at French Lick Resort?”
“Oh, ya know, just relaxed, and ate …. and shot a .20 gauge
shotgun.”
When people ask how your trip went, you can have a good
story to tell about learning something new. You might not know we have a
sporting clays range on property, and our staff can guide you through the basics
of clay pigeon shooting, even if you’ve never held or fired a gun in your life.
Never hurts to stray from that comfort zone a bit and try something new.
Or maybe this is the year you finally take up golf. We have
a staff of three PGA professionals who give private lessons, including the
newest addition to our staff, Lori Atsedes — the first female pro in resort
history.
One of our golf guys has given group lessons to a family
with three generations (son, father and grandfather), so you’re never too young
or too old to get started.
About that family reunion, or that get-together with college
friends you’ve been talked about but put off forever. 2022’s the year to
make that a reality.
A destination reunion means that nobody has to feel the burden
of planning and hosting everything, and some (or all) get the treat of
traveling somewhere they’ve never experienced. And French Lick/West Baden make
for a handy little meet-up spot. Indy, Chicago, Nashville, Louisville, St.
Louis, Cincinnati, Columbus — we’re within a 4½-hour drive of all of you.
Around here, you can unlock some of those YOLO moments. So plan that Afternoon Tea service. Splurge for a round at The Pete Dye Course, one of the country’s top-ranked. Or
just catch a sunrise or sunset from the Pete Dye hilltop, even if you’re not a
golfer. Spring for a balcony room at West Baden (some things are worth it — you’ll
thank us later). Play a round at the high-limits table; tackle the 24-ounce porterhouse
or the lobster tails at 1875: The Steakhouse; plan a horse-drawn carriage
ride this summer; or even something simple as a surrey cart ride. (You know it
looks like fun…)
Yes, a Swedish massage or a hydrafacial at the spa is a good
place to start. But whatever your definition of self-care investment is, you can find your outlet here.
Or maybe it’s that resolution biggie: to eat better. The meat/fish/veggie choices at Sinclair’s Restaurant and 1875: The Steakhouse are just what the doctor ordered. We’d also recommend the gigantic Cobb Salad (might be two meals) at Power Plant Bar & Grill, or the Salmon Caesar Salad at Ballard’s in the Atrium. Even Valley Bar has some solid options like Cedar Plank Salmon that’ll help you stick to that diet.
Maybe you free-spirited types can assist your less
adventurous loved ones and friends on this one.
But can’t we all agree how nice it’d be to plan a weekend getaway
on a whim on Wednesday night…and be sitting poolside with a drink in hand 48
hours later on Friday? If there’s a silver lining from today’s unpredictable
world, you stand a better chance to land a short-term booking at our hotels.
(Though you’ll still want to plan in advance for certain times, especially in
the summer.)
If you still need convinced to take a spontaneous plunge….we refer you back to some of these views!