The time is right and with new direction the Greenbrier Resort is the palce to be July 26 to August 1, 2010. The world renound resort under the direction of Mr. Jim Justice is going to welcome the golfing world to the beautiful mountians of West Virginia. THe PGA Tour will make a grand stay at the local resort for the Greenbrier Classic. The resort is to offer only the best to the world and to all who attend. Something that only the Greenbrier can offer to its guest who are lucky enough to experience this event. The Greenbrier is currently tranforming the entire front entrance to the resort. The new casino will certainly be a highlight to the event. The resort has stated a May of 2010 for a opening date for the completely new casino. It will be something to see for any guest of the on... 02/24/2010

    .   Take your Valentine to The Greenbrier Resort during the month of February for a romantic getaway weekend. During February,  the Greenbrier is offering a Creative Romance midweek package (available Sunday through Thursday). Believe it or not.....if you stay longer the rates are lower..... For a one night stay, the cost is $199 double occupancy.  The second night will be an additional $99, and get this..... Stay a third night and receive complimentary accommodations. This midweek package includes: a sleigh ride for two rose petal turn down a special welcome amenity *Complimentary access to the resort's steam and sauna facilities *A 20% discount on all spa treatments, including the skin softening Drift Away Body Voyage treatment. *Daily resort fee is waived for guests of this Creat... 02/06/2010

Are you starting to think about where to go this year for a vacation?  Then you might want to check out ABC's Hot Vacation Destinations for 2010.   ABC selected 30 places to visit in 2010.........and I was so excited to see that the Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs made the list (#8 below).  The Greenbrier in the Spring will debut a new underground, Monte Carlo-style casino.  Also this year the Greenbrier Classic, a PGA Tour, FedExCup event (July 26-August 1, 2010) will be held on the resort's historic Old White Course.  Come visit, wild and wonderful West Virginia.   Below is ABC's list of the 30 Hot Vacation Destinations for 2010: Le Meridien Bora Bora, a paradise island Jumby Bay, a Rosewood Resort 2 miles off the coast of Antigua New Brunswick's Acadian Islands, Canada, fo... 01/20/2010

    What does the Chefs from The Greenbrier Sporting Club and Jamie Oliver Have in Common?  Why food, of course!   A team of chefs from The Greenbrier Sporting Club were honored with an invitation to attend this past fall’s Food Revolution street fair and concert in Huntington , W.Va. , hosted by British chef Jamie Oliver.  Oliver and his producers, who are filming an ABC television series in Huntington that focuses on healthy eating habits, hand-picked the vendors based on their efforts to bring healthy foods into their kitchens. The food fair was part of a day-long event that also featured a free performance from country music stars Rascal Flatts.   Photo caption:  Jamie Oliver poses with The Greenbrier Sporting Club team at Huntington ’s Food Revolution Street Fair. From left to righ... 01/04/2010

  The Greenbrier's Toys for Tots drive was a big success.  Over 1,000 toys were accepted beginning with the Greenbrier's first annual tree lighting on Saturday, December 5th through Friday, December 17th.   The donated toys will be distributed to children in Greenbrier County.   "The generosity of our neighbors, guests and employees is phenomenal and I know that next year will be even bigger,” said Jim Justice, owner and chairman of the Greenbrier.     Corie Lynch of White Sulphur Springs, donates to Toys for Tots during the Greenbrier's tree lighting event on Saturday, December 5     __________________________________________________________________ Rebecca Gaujot, REALTOR® | 304-520-2133 Coldwell Banker | Stuart & Watts Real Estate Thinking of buying or selling a house, call me...Your... 12/22/2009

The Greenbrier's first annual tree lighting event was a great success.  It was cold waiting for Santa to appear for the tree lighting, but we were entertained with Christmas carols by Frank Cappelli and Company, and served hot chocolate and apple cider.   When Santa appeared at 8:30 p.m., he thanked everyone for coming out to help celebrate this event and for bringing a "Toys for Tot" gift.  Santa and the crowd counted down and the lights of a 90 foot tree came on, as well as the lights for all the animated holiday displays.  To my surprise, The Greenbrier's entrance was all lit up as well.  It was indeed a holiday extravaganza.       The 90 ft Christmas Tree is in the background     The Greenbrier Lights Up Afterwards, my husband and I go inside The Greenbrier, not only to get warm, b... 12/06/2009

" Tis the season", as the saying goes this time of year.  Saturday December 5, 2009 started a whole new event for the world famous resort. The Resort has experienced  a whole new direction and feeling under the management of Mr. Jim Justice, the new owner of the resort.  This event was open to the community and welcomed everyone to experience the lighting of the resorts Christmas Tree.  The event took place after the city of White Sulphur Springs annual Christmas parade. This year had a great surprise from mother nature in the form of a several inches of snow. Which really made the evening perfect with the events that were planned. The event offered shuttle service to the tree lighting to visitors from the train depot. Some who enjoyed the parade walked to the event from downtown.  They... 12/06/2009

  On Saturday, December 5, Jim Justice will host The Greenbrier’s first annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony on the North Lawn. The festivities will begin at 7:30 with musical entertainment by Emmy Award-winning Frank Cappelli & Company along with hot chocolate and apple cider.  At 8:00 p.m., Santa will turn on a 90 ft. tree, decorated with over 28,000 lights. The holiday extravaganza will feature numerous animated holiday displays created with LED lights.           “We want this to be an annual holiday tradition.   After the parades, we hope our friends and neighbors will bring their families and enjoy this special ceremony, and also give back to the community,” said Justice.   “Christmas is a magical time, especially for children, and we hope everyone will bring a donation for Toys... 12/01/2009

        The Greenbrier Classic is the definitive golf experience, sure to make history as the PGA TOUR's first FedExCup event held in the Mountain State.  The Greenbrier Classic, which will be held July 26 – August 1, 2010, will be played on the historic,  Old White, The Greenbrier’s first 18-hole course.    (Photo courtesy of The Greenbrier)   Badges for the week are available now.  Or, you can buy badges from your favorite West Virginia charity.  For those who wish to remember their favorite charitable cause, The Greenbrier announces the Badges for Charity program.   To support your favorite charity, simply go to www.greenbrierclassic.com and select Badges for Charity. Click on the badge level you  wish to purchase; and then select your favorite charity from the drop-down menu.  The c... 11/30/2009

If you like antiques, and Victorian houses.....then you are going to have to visit Lillian’s Antique Shop, located in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia.The magnificent, two-story, house is a Colonial Revival Queen Anne Style cottage, built in 1905.  The house is located one block from the historic Greenbrier Resort. The owner, Linda Kothe, first used this property as a Bed and Breakfast and antique shop. Tastefully decorated with antiques and collectibles throughout the B&B that were for sale.  Today, Linda only sales antiques in this beautiful Victorian home.     There is a large wrap-around porch that welcomes visitors.  When entering this house, you walk into a large foyer; on the left is a large sitting room. You will then walk down a long hallway, passing the Formal Living Room ... 10/25/2009

Jim Justice, owner and chairman of The Greenbrier, today unveiled an unprecedented offer exclusively for residents of West Virginia and Virginia to stay at the luxurious resort for $59 per night. The Tribute to the Virginias package is only available on the nights of November 15-16 and December 18-20, 2009 as well as January 8-10 and February 5-7, 2010.       “Tribute to the Virginias is our way of saying thank you to our friends and neighbors for their support of this grand resort,” said Justice. “The Greenbrier is a national treasure, and we want to share our enthusiasm and our new amenities with the citizens of West Virginia and Virginia . The people of these two states feel a sense of pride about The Greenbrier and we want them to experience the warm hospitality and many wonderful a... 10/21/2009

Were does the time go - Christmas will be here before you know it.  And, if you are looking for some luminous holiday ornaments, I know just where to go...... to  the Greenbrier's "Christmas Depot Shop" in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. The Christmas shop opened at the Greenbrier in 1996 in a former historic train depot dating to 1931.  The best thing about the Christmas Depot Shop besides the Christmas ornaments, collectible Santas, nutcrackers, water globes and holiday decorations, is that it is opened year-round.  In each of the six rooms of the shop you will find beautiful decorated Christmas trees. The shop, located directly across from the entrance of the Greenbrier Resort is recognized by the candy cane-striped posts and red and green Christmas-themed exterior.  Not only ... 10/05/2009

  Take the train, relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery I told my friends.  And, that is exactly what they are going to do.  My friends in Alexandria, Virginia, are planning to take the train from Union Station in Washington, DC, to White Sulphur Springs this Fall.    The Amtrak’s Cardinal Line originates in New York and goes to Chicago.  The train from Union Station to White Sulphur Springs, WV, operates three days a week --  Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday (both east and west bound).  Departing Union Station at 11:10 am, and arriving in White Sulphur Springs at 5:00 pm.   The Cardinal offers unforgettable views of the Southeast's stunning natural beauty. You'll see gently rolling horse country, the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains, the Shenandoah Valley, and the wild white-water river... 10/04/2009

 The Greenbrier's Tavern Casino opened today as scheduled by the new owner, Jim Justice.  I was invited with the news media today to visit the Tavern Casino and the new restaurant, Prime 44 West Steakhouse. The Tavern Casino will serve as the property’s introductory gaming facility until the highly anticipated new, underground Casino at the Greenbrier officially debuts in April, 2010. The Tavern Casino consists of 3,700 square feet that includes table games of blackjack, roulette, and three card poker; as well as slot machines. The Tavern Casino Package is perfect for guests looking to sample the property's newest amenity.   This package includes luxurious accommodations, $150 in match play coupons, and breakfast for two.  Rates include all applicable taxes, gratuity, and resort fees an... 10/01/2009

The Greenbrier's premier "Prime 44 West steakhouse, honoring West Virginia's native son and famed NBA player Jerry West opens on schedule today, October 1.  I was invited with the news media today to visit the new restaurant and the Tavern Casino.  What an experience this was for me --  I met Jerry West and the new owner of the Greenbrier, Jim Justice. Jim Justice said "the restaurant was completely transformed into an upscale steakhouse.  We worked a lot of nights so we could open on schedule.  The kitchen is state of the art and is one of only four in the world.  The reservations are skyrocketing."    Natural and dark woods combined with bold and traditional fabrics complement the collection of memorabilia, creating a "diners club" experience.  The warm, intimate ambiance is enhanced... 10/01/2009

    Driving into to the Greenbrier Resort today was different, as work is officially underway for the new casino. I really miss seeing the beautiful flowers as you drive into the resort.  The flowers are gone, and replaced with a black fence erected to hide the construction work for the new casino.   The new 50,000 square foot casino is anticipated to open in April of 2010. The casino, like The Bunker, will be underground.         The Greenbrier's main entrance is now closed due to the construction work for the casino.     The North entrance of the Greenbrier will be the temporary main entrance until April of 2010.   The temporary entrance is just as beautiful with an abundance of beautiful flowers.   In April of 2010, The Greenbrier will be unveiling a 38 table, 320 slot machine casino... 09/14/2009

When you first walk into Lesia Campbell Interiors show house you will be in awe of the wide selection of furniture, artwork, accessories and gift items.  Artfully displayed in individual room settings that will delight and inspire you.             Lesia Campbell Interiors is located in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, near the famous Greenbrier Resort.   This designer show house opened in 2008 and is owned and operated by Lesia Campbell.  Lesia has operated a designer showroom in White Sulphur Springs since 2002.   Designer services provided are: Kitchen/bathroom floor plans and elevations Tile layouts Lighting and electrical layouts Plumbing layouts Interior space planning for remodeling or additions Furniture floor plans Custom window treatment design Paint selections for interi... 09/09/2009

My brother, niece, husband and I visited The Greenbrier Resort over the weekend.  It was just for a day to show my niece, Hannah, this fantastic resort only ten miles from our home in Lewisburg, WV.           My niece was very impressed with The Greenbrier as we walked through the halls.  She was amazed at the beautiful, fresh bouquet of flowers on  the tables throughout the Resort.                        Hallway                                                           Formal Dining Room   We loved the shops especially the women's clothing and jewelry shops.  Our favorite stop was the Greenbrier Gourmet Shop where you will find everything for the kitchen, including food.  Even my husband and brother liked this store.....for one reason....the food.  While they enjoyed a cup of Starbucks... 08/19/2009

    Plans for building The Bunker at the Greenbrier Resort started in 1956 and was completed in 1962.  The Bunker was to be the U.S. Government Relocation facility under the West Virginia Wing of The Greenbrier. In the event of a national emergency, the 112,544 sq. ft. facility would have been activated and used by the US Congress and support staff.                The award-winning Greenbrier Resort in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, was an ideal location for the facility. Located 250 miles from Washington DC, the resort is easily accessible by air, auto or train.  During the 30 years that the bunker was a secret, groups were meeting there and enjoying theme parties and dinners, without realizing they were in a top-secret government facility. They never realized that the Exhibit H... 08/09/2009

If you are plannning a trip to White Sulphur Springs or Lewisburg, West Virginia, you may want to stay at the James Wylie House Bed and Breakfast and log cabin guest house.     Monica Foos is the owner of this B&B located in Greenbrier County.  Just down the road, about a mile, is the beautiful Greenbrier Resort. My husband and I stayed at this B&B a few times in 2005 while our home was being built in Lewisburg. Staying at the James Wylie House, was a great way to get to know the community.  And, yes so much more personal than any hotel.....our visits at the B&B were like visiting a family member.....We always felt so welcomed. We always looked forward to staying at the James Wylie House because of Monica.  She would always give us the news in both Lewisburg and White Sulphur Springs.  ... 06/25/2009