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WV Division of Tourism 2010 Summer Media Kit

West Virginia's 2010 Travel Guide

2010 West Virginia Travel Guide

Whether you’re a resident looking for a weekend escape or an out-of-state guest planning a vacation, preparation for your West Virginia getaway can be easier with this year’s travel guide.

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West Virginia is well known for its fun activities and exciting travel destinations. For additional information, visit www.wvtourism.com or contact the Tourism hotline at
1-800-CALL WVA.



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Sizzling summer fun awaits in West Virginia


Plan your summer vacation around one or more of West Virginia’s cool must-visit attractions. Ride the rails through scenic hills and valleys or underground into an exhibition coal mine.

Learn why we’re called the Mountain State by climbing 900 feet up Seneca Rocks, or watch Blackwater Falls plunge five-stories before the water makes its way through an eight-mile gorge. Visit a zoo and planetarium or tour an infamous penitentiary.

Your options are unlimited in West Virginia. Start by visiting www.wvtourism.com or calling 1-800-CALL WVA to put the sizzle into your summer vacation plans.

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West Virginia serves up flavorful summer fare with farmers markets and tastings

Satisfy your summer craving for garden-fresh flavors in West Virginia’s farmers markets. Or sate your appetite for seasonal culinary delights with tastings at Tamarack: Best of West Virginia.

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Ooh and ah over these West Virginia events!

West Virginia events have the “wow” factor you’re searching for this summer. Don’t settle for anything less than the best, and the best sights, sounds and fun are just a short drive away in the Mountain State.

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Feel the thrill of summer outdoor recreation

Situated in the Appalachian Mountains, West Virginia is covered in countless back roads and scenic byways that are perfect for motorcycle riding adventures and Sunday afternoon drives with the family.

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Go for the golf in West Virginia

You haven’t really played golf until you play it the West Virginia way. That means challenging yourself on a variety of different terrains, extraordinary settings and even differing altitudes. West Virginia's mountainous topography provides challenging terrain for golfers and golf course designers alike.

The beauty of the state will fill your senses as you play through some of the most scenic areas anywhere in the world. Top-notch golf courses combined with impeccable resorts mean that the Mountain State offers a unique golfing experience that is among the best in the world.

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Explore West Virginia’s heritage, arts and theater this summer

What do you do with the kids when school is out for the summer? Keep those little minds from growing idle with entertaining and educational pursuits in the Mountain State. The kids will have so much fun – they won’t even realize that they’re learning! Plan your vacation around a tour of historical sites, and then top it off with a delightful serving of arts and crafts, music or theater.

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