An Old Fashioned Christmas at West Baden Springs, Indiana and The Polar Express

December 8 - 9, 2012

West Baden Springs Hotel is anything but ordinary it is an extraordinary experience. You will be captivated once you step foot inside this National Historic Landmark (NHL) Five Star Hotel built in 1902. With its one-of-a-kind domed atrium spanning 200 feet, it has been called the "Eighth Wonder of the World." Rooms rise in six tiers around the dome, and balcony rooms provide a panoramic view of the atrium. West Baden Springs Hotel is thrilled to beconsistently honored by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler. The resort was just chosen as the 15th Best Resort in the U.S.

“Well, are you coming?” asks the Conductor. “Where?” asks the Boy.

“Why, to the North Pole, of course. This is the Polar Express!”

The Indiana Railway Museum joins over 30 other officially licensed Polar Express Train Ride events nationwide this holiday season!

Santa will board the train at the North Pole and give a sleigh bell to each child during the return trip. The train ride about 70 minutes per round trip. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, pajama clad passengers will relive the magic of the story as this nighttime train whisks families away for an unforgettable ride to the North Pole. During the journey, the Conductor will punch tickets and the

Includes:

• One night deluxe accommodations at West Baden Springs Hotel in West Baden Springs, Indiana
• $5 Destinations Dollars Casino Card
• 3 meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch and 1 dinner
• Deluxe motorcoach transportation
• Fully escorted by Jane’s Journeys
• The Polar Express

Pricing Per Person:

Double: $389.00
Triple: $349.00
Quad: $332.00
Single: $520.00

Children 12 and under....$139.00
Children’s early bird discount is already deducted from their cost so it they are receiving the discount whenever they sign up.
$75 Deposit with reservation; Final payment due by November 1.

Complete Itinerary:

Day 1
Today we drive to French Lick, Indiana, arriving in time for lunch on your own at French Lick Resort. Historical tours are offered of each of these hotels. Please let me know when you register for this tour if you would like to take a tour of either or both of the hotels. We will have free time to explore the hotel before driving over to West Baden Springs Resort.

There will be time to enjoy the beautiful decorations before checking into our rooms. The remainder of the afternoon is free for you to enjoy this beautiful hotel. Perhaps visit the shops, people watch, visit the spa, take the free shuttle to French Lick Resort where there is a bowling alley, try your luck at the casino or just enjoy the Christmas decorations.

This evening, dinner is included at the Black Buggy Restaurant.

We will then board the motorcoach to go to the French Lick Scenic Railway for The Polar Express to the North Pole. The journey will take us about 70 minutes, we will be joined by Santa on the way back and, if you truly believe, you will receive a silver sleigh bell! So, come join the fun! (D)

Day 2
Breakfast is included this morning. Your morning is at your leisure. Lunch is included in Sinclair's Restaurant in the hotel before we depart for home early afternoon. (B, L)