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West Virginia Offers Travel Options From Outdoor Adventure To Indoor Luxury

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Find out why everyone calls West Virginia "Almost Heaven" and "Wild and Wonderful" by hosting your next tour, meeting or reunion there.

West Virginia's state parks and resorts are equipped to handle any size party that you might want to consider... It is the perfect location for a school field trip, family reunion, or corporate team building exercise.

If you are inclined, you could even try whitewater rafting on the New River.

The attractions in West Virginia are endless... Consider these:

  • History and Heritage - West Virginia's history is filled with as many twists and turns as its famed country roads.

  • Entertainment - Whether it's music, drama, dance, or action, the Mountain State's natural landscapes allow for a thrilling daytime experience and nightlife experiences that could put you on the edge of your seat - or on your feet, clapping your hands.

  • Shopping and Unique Dining - Whether you're hunting for a deal on your favorite brand of clothing, trying to find that unique handmade souvenir, or wanting to sample the unique flavor of homegrown meals, West Virginia offers a variety that please even the most finicky shopper.

  • Outdoor Recreation - West Virginia is the outdoor recreation capital of the east where you'll find everything you need for a great outdoor adventure.

  • Consider the many and varied options for accommodations available for your visit to WV:

  • B&Bs in West Virginia - Relax, kick back and enjoy the comforts of home at one of West Virginia's many bed and breakfast locations. The individual character, home cooked meals and charm of West Virginia's B&Bs make you feel like your are a part of the family. Whether it's for a week or just a couple of days, the invigorating time spent in the state's Bed and Breakfast establishments will refresh your body, spirit and mind. If you ask the B&B innkeeper, you may also find that they know of some of the vacation destinations on the road less traveled that you would find to be the highlight of any vacation to WV.

  • Cabins in West Virginia - There's nothing better after a fun-filled day on the trails, or an exhilarating day on the river than the welcoming and soothing charm of cabins found tucked deep in the mountains of West Virginia. The local charm added to this lodging choice invites you in and inspires you to unwind and enjoy the simplicity of life.

  • Camping in West Virginia - West Virginia's campgrounds encourage you to get in touch with nature and the world outside. Choose from amenity-packed locations or more primitive sites. Whatever your choice, West Virginia's parks will remind you just how great the great outdoors can be. So pack up your gear and head to a campground today!

  • West Virginia Resorts - West Virginia's resorts offer the perfect place to divulge in your passions and cravings. From spas and shopping to golf and tennis, whatever your desire, West Virginia's resorts will help bring you back to life. Many of its resorts will offer the perfect mountain getaway.

  • State Parks in West Virginia - West Virginia's state parks provide all the amenities of a five-star resort plus the fun-filled recreation your heart longs for. Then many lodges and campgrounds available can accommodate families and groups of all sizes. Enjoy horseback riding, golfing, hiking and biking, all while taking in the splendor of the state's mountains and local attractions.

  • Unlike other localities, West Virginia does not roll up the sidewalks when the snow starts to fall.

    In West Virginia, you will be able to discover the exhilaration of snowboarding, tubing and skiing, including downhill or cross-country skiing. You can bask in the hospitality of one of the state's major resorts like Canaan Valley, Timberline, Snowshoe and Winterplace.

    You won't get the winter blues in West Virginia. With a long ski season and plenty of natural snowfall, you can enjoy the thrills of downhill skiing and snowboarding or a slower paced crosscountry skiing trek.

    Winter is also a great time for a "guys only" getaway, because the fishing is good and small game hunting seasons are in effect during January and February. If you like to watch the winter weather from the comfort of the great indoors, you might even book a spa package at one of the many great resorts or state parks.

    From Main Street to malls, the Mountain State offers fashionable, unique and fine-quality products. West Virginia artists can help you create the holiday setting with products that can be purchased directly from the artist, or from shops that can be found in Tamarack and MountainMade. Find something for everyone.

    In Conclusion...

    Whether you prefer the excitement of city life, picturesque main streets of a small town, or quiet mountain serenity, there is a place in West Virginia just for you.

    The state is divided into nine regions, each of which has something unique to offer. Best known for its scenic beauty, the Mountain State offers numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation. In addition, you'll find small towns with warmth and charm.

    If you prefer something more fast-paced, the state's cities offer a variety of daytime activities as well as an exciting night life.

    There are literally dozens of wonderful little towns in West Virginia. Privately-owned shops, unique attractions and small-town warmth permeate the state. Visitors can take a quick weekend jaunt or a week-long adventure, away from the big city and feel truly refreshed by the clean air, warm greetings and slower pace offered by these "gems."

    Many visitors to West Virginia turn into residents once they realize how close some of these towns are to major cities. For example, Shepherdstown is only about eighty miles from both Baltimore and Washington, D.C.


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    Candi Seger writes about travel, vacation rentals and the B&B industry. To explore additional information about vacation home rentals and Bed and Breakfasts, respectively, visit: http://www.FindVacationRentals.com/ or http://www.FindBedAndBreakfast.com/

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