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 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,” …
July 5, 2026
Metro ValleyCharlestonWV.com; @CharlestonWV
“Finding a path, trail, or stream to quench your thirst for the great outdoors is super easy in the Charleston area,” says Leslie Smithson, director of communications for Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB). “There is an abundance of outdoor …
July 5, 2026
Eastern PanhandleAdjacent to Berkeley County, Jefferson County includes Charles Town, Harpers Ferry, and Shepherdstown, with distinctive options for smaller conferences, meetings, and retreats plus many opportunities for event attendees to relax and refresh in the outdoors after work, according to WhereAlmostHeavenBegins.com. The region is just …
