West Virginia’s Greenbrier Hotel has been around since 1778 and still today is one of the most fabled and beautiful hotels in America.
As we go into the holiday season, thoughts turn to travel whether it is to travel home to our family or whether to just enjoy getting away for those who just don’t want to be home for the holidays.
This past year has truly been the year of travel. Seems like everyone wants to go somewhere while they still can. I can attest there is a time when one has to put the suitcase in the attic or garage and thoughts of far-away places become just that – thoughts. But, oh the memories of all those places will never recede.
While I am no longer able to prowl through airports or climb up to castles or ride the gondola in Venice, I have many recommendations for those who love to travel. I’ve had a suitcase packed most of my adult life and now in my almost 95th year, it’s time to let my feet rest a bit.
The first recommendation is don’t wait! Plan your next trip now since most travelers are having to plan a year in advance and trips sell out fast. You’d be surprised how time flies and before you know it, the time to board that jet is here.
The Carson City Chamber Travel Club is always searching for new places and one of the new places for 2024 is a two-night visit staying at the famous Greenbrier in West Virginia that will be a part of a 7-night visit that begins and ends in Washington, D.C. We have many repeat travelers for whom these historic five-star hotels have become a passion. By October, they can tick this one of their “been there, done that” list.
Collette’s Discover Historical Greenbrier tour departs Oct. 18 right in the middle of the fall foliage season and begins with a two-night stay at the landmark Omni Shoreham Hotel, another D.C. classic hotel with so much history. While in our nation’s capital, all the major highlights will be included: the monuments, the museums, the memorials, and the national cemetery.
Then it’s on to White Sulphur Springs, for two luxurious nights at the Greenbrier where dinners are included in the famous restaurant each night. As the brochure states, “dine amid the grandeur of this historic resort.” You’ll have time to enjoy the amenities of the resort, including the spa, and tour the famous bunker built in the 1950s to store classified documents.
Just about anyone who was/is anyone, has stayed at this amazing hotel “where experiences are timeless and memories last forever.” Just in case you may think you need formal wear for a stay here, we are assured it is “resort casual.”
Then on to Richmond, with a stop to visit Monticello, once the home of Thomas Jefferson. After touring the home, there’s lunch waiting at an 18th century tavern. There will be two nights in Richmond to include a visit to Colonial Williamsburg where you can walk the cobblestone streets as those who lived in the 1770s did.
The final night of this Americana history tour ends back at the fabled Omni Shoreham. On the way back to D.C. from Richmond, there’s a visit planned to Mount Vernon, home of George Washington and Old Town Alexandria.
Cost is $3,999 per person and includes round-trip air from Reno, 7 nights in great hotels, 12 meals to include breakfast daily, 1 lunch, and 4 dinners. Also included is free parking at the chamber office, transfers to the airport, and a chance to make new friends.
Don’t miss this trip! You can peruse the full brochure on the dedicated travel page https://carsoncitychamber.com/spotlight/details/chamber_travel_club, stop by the Chamber at 1900 S. Carson St., or call 775-882-1565. If you’ve already been on a similar tour, check out the other travel offerings for 2024.