July 14, 2026
Mountaineer CountryVisitMountaineerCountry.com; @VisitMountaineerCountry
Part of the seven-county area known collectively as Mountaineer Country, Morgantown is a perfect blend of urban and rural, according to Tami Wood, sales director for the Visit Mountaineer Country CVB. “Downtown Morgantown is eclectic, with a variety of restaurants …
July 14, 2026
Metro ValleySummersvilleCVB.com; @VisitGreaterSummersville
Summersville is a hub of nature, creativity, and local flavors, “where every plate and piece of pottery tells a story of our mountain heritage,” according to Visit Greater Summersville’s website. Summersville Lake, West Virginia’s largest lake, offers dinner cruises, guided …
July 14, 2026
East Central RegionStarkville thrives on its “town and gown” connection between the local community and Mississippi State University (MSU). The combination gives planners a rare blend of large-scale amenities and small-city warmth.
“Starkville is not a conference suburb; it is a …
July 14, 2026
East Central RegionPearlRiverResort.com; @PRROfficial; VisitNeshoba.com
Neshoba County is home to Pearl River Resort, which comprises three properties offering 1,000 guest rooms and 75,000 square feet of meeting and exhibit space. The 500-room Silver Star Hotel & Casino features five meeting …
July 5, 2026
Northern PanhandleVisitWheelingWV.com; @WheelingVisitor
Tucked into the northern panhandle of West Virginia, on the banks of the Ohio River, Wheeling is known for its rich history. The city played a pivotal role in the Civil War as the birthplace and first capital of the …
July 5, 2026
Mountain Lakes & New River-Greenbrier ValleyThe nine-county region known as southern West Virginia is home to New River
Gorge National Park and Preserve, America’s newest national park, which offers world-class whitewater rafting, rock climbing, hiking, and mountain biking. Other unique attractions …
July 5, 2026
Mountain Lakes & New River-Greenbrier ValleyGreenbrierWV.com; @GBRValleyWV
People return to the Greenbrier Valley year after year for vacations or for meetings and events, says Valerie Pritt, director of public relations for Experience Greenbrier Valley. “They enjoy the peaceful backdrop of the valley while …
July 5, 2026
Mountaineer CountryMarion County is two hours north of Charleston and a half-hour south of Morgantown, according to MarionCVB.com, and is home to approximately 56,000 people in 11 communities, including Fairmont, the county seat. According to the website, the county is “always …
July 5, 2026
Mid-Ohio ValleyGreaterParkersburg.com; @VisitPKB
Parkersburg is unique in how it blends a rich history, scenic rivers, and small-town charm with unexpected attractions, says Mark Lewis, president and CEO of the Greater Parkersburg CVB. “We offer island adventures on historic Blennerhassett Island, beautiful Victorian neighborhoods, …
July 5, 2026
Metro ValleyVisitHuntingtonWV.org; @VisitHuntingtonWV
Part of a tri-state metro area extending to cities in Kentucky and Ohio, Huntington is the largest city in a region of more than 350,000 people. “In ‘H-Town,’ planners will find a unique flavor, original Appalachian craftsmanship, and Southern hospitality,” …
