#003 - French Lick Resort (feat. Brendan Sweeney)

Nestled among the hills of the Hoosier National Forest resides a classic American destination - French Lick Resort. An easy drive from Louisville, Indianapolis and Cincinnati it is home to two AAA Four-Diamond nationally historic hotels, three challenging golf courses, a Vegas-style casino – this resort is sure to exceed your buddy trip expectations. Today we are talking to Mr. Brendan Sweeney Director of Golf Media Relations & Player Development.Guest Link on TripCaddie.com:  French Lick Resort Subscribe today to get weekly golf trip goodness delivered straight to your earbones! __________________________________________________ Key Take-Away’s from this EpisodeStrive to make the group experience as special as possible for all involved – two or three night stay can be customized to each group’s needs.  You won’t be disappointed with the hospitality offered by Brendan and his team.   Golf/Casino/Sportsbook/Sporting Clays are all available to guests at French Lick Resort.Due to the close proximity to major college and pro football cities, this is a great destination for those groups wanting to get together for gameday experiences.  Also, a great venue to stay and enjoy the Kentucky Derby!  Must Do’s – Go into the West Baden Spring Hotel lobby (been called the 8th Wonder of the World).  Play both the Dye and Ross courses – very unique.  Don’t forget that replays after your first round are no charge!  Request a tour of the high school gym where Larry Bird played basketball.   Key Resources MentionedTwo hours south of Indianapolis – Hour from Louisville – Three hours north of Nashville – Three hours east of St. Louis.  Great resort for those groups that are dispersed throughout the US.  Dead middle of our great country!West Baden Springs Hotel and French Lick Springs Hotel (468 rooms and attached casino).  Valley Hotel is on campus as well – over 800 rooms in total.  Full trolley system that takes guests between properties and courses.  Cars are not needed once on property!Over 13 restaurants on property – higher end offerings at the West Baden Springs Hotel.  Pete Dye mansion has great restaurant for groups as well.  Guest Give-Away:Mention The Golf Trip Authority Podcast and receive a special gift following play at the Pete Dye course from Brendan and his team!Guest Contact Information:Brendan Sweeney can be reached at bsweeney@frenchlick.comReservations: 812-936-9300For more details, please visit www.Frenchlick.com or at Instagram @FL_resortSponsor LinksOrganize your group’s golf trip information all in one place with TripCaddie’s Golf Trip Manager and get 25% off with coupon code AWESOME25. Golf Travel has never been easier with Ship Sticks; get 10% OFF NOW!Support the Show.The Golf Trip Authority podcast is streaming on all your favorite players.Visit TripCaddie.com for your golf trip goodness!Checkout our Ready-Made Golf Trips!