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  1. Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - West Virginia's 2010 Travel Guide now available

    CHARLESTON, W.Va. – 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...

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  2. Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - New High-adventure Base Will Draw Thousands of Boy Scouts

    South Charleston, W.Va. – When completed, The Summit:  Bechtel Family National Scout Reserve will serve the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) for the next 100 years and draw Scouts from across the nation...

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  3. Tuesday, March 9, 2010 - West Virginia Division of Tourism Regional Roundtable Discussions

    The West Virginia Division of Tourism will once again be coming to your region to host regional roundtable discussions. The roundtable discussions are held in an effort to provide one-on-one meetings...

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  4. Friday, March 5, 2010 - Tourism Adventure Media Advisory March 22 – April 4

    The Needle Stitch-In: March 21-26, North Bend State Park, Cairo Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of North Bend State Park in the spring to focus on long put-off needlework projects such as crochet,...

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  5. Monday, February 22, 2010 - Tourism Adventure Media Advisory March 8-21

    Odessa Philharmonic: March 8, Creative Arts Center, Morgantown The Odessa Philharmonic, under the baton of Hobart Earle, returns to North America for the first time in more than ten years. The...

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  6. Tuesday, February 9, 2010 - West Virginia's 2010 Travel Guide now available

    CHARLESTON, W.Va. – 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...

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  7. Friday, February 5, 2010 - Tourism Day at the Legislature Feb. 11

    Industry reps and businesses from across the state to participate   CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Mark your calendars now for Tourism Day at the Legislature. Join more than 80 exhibitors from across West...

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  8. Wednesday, February 3, 2010 - Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Feb. 22 - March 7

    Don Quixote: Feb. 22, Creative Arts Center, Morgantown The Israel Ballet presents Don Quixote in celebration for the 400th anniversary of the publication of the first part of Miguel de Cervantes...

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  9. Friday, January 22, 2010 - Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Feb. 8-21

    CATS: Feb. 8-9, Keith-Albee Performing Arts Center, Huntington There’s no better way to introduce your family to the wonders of live theater than with the magic, the mystery, and the memory of CATS....

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  10. Monday, January 4, 2010 - Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Jan. 15-31

    “The Foreigner”: Jan. 15-30, Parkersburg Join the Actors Guild Playhouse as they present “The Foreigner.” In a fishing lodge in rural Tilghman County, Ga., two English men, Froggy and Charlie,...

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  11. Wednesday, December 23, 2009 - What’s New for 2010?

    Exciting adventure waits in West Virginia for 2010. From a new bridge-walk guided tour under the New River Gorge Bridge to the world’s greatest golfers teeing off at The Greenbrier Classic, there’s...

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  12. Wednesday, December 23, 2009 - West Virginia’s Winter Getaways

    To help you start 2010 with new energy and excitement, the West Virginia Division of Tourism invites you to consider a relaxing winter getaway at one of the state’s parks, a privately owned cabin or...

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  13. Wednesday, December 23, 2009 - Winter Weather Never Stops the Fun in West Virginia

    Just because the weather may have turned colder doesn’t mean it’s time to hibernate!  Winter in West Virginia brings with it an array of events to warm your heart, get your blood pumping and...

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  14. Wednesday, December 23, 2009 - Mountain State a prime spot for winter outdoor fun

    Winter in the Mountain State is an outdoor lover’s dream: West Virginia’s combination of a long ski season, abundance of natural snowfall and proximity to major metropolitan areas in the Mid...

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  15. Wednesday, December 23, 2009 - Sweetheart events and packages attract visitors to West Virginia for Feb. 14 weekend

    With Feb. 14 falling on Sunday in 2010, visitors can celebrate all weekend long with special events and sweetheart deals in West Virginia. Valentine’s Day attractions include music, dancing and...

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  16. Tuesday, December 22, 2009 - Heavy snowfall provides optimal skiing conditions in W.Va.

    Heavy snowfall provides optimal skiing conditions in W.Va. CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia’s ski resorts are reaping the benefits of this past weekend’s snowstorm, industry officials said. The...

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  17. Friday, December 18, 2009 - West Virginia’s tourism industry matches nearly $3.4 million to attract visitors to the state

    CHARLESTON, W.Va. — West Virginia tourism industry projects totaling nearly $6.8 million have been approved by the West Virginia Tourism Commission to receive matching funds in the amount of $3.4...

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  18. Tuesday, December 1, 2009 - Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Dec. 21-Jan. 3

    Christmas in Canaan Holiday Celebration: Dec. 24-25, Canaan Valley Resort State Park, Davis Visit the wintry ski mountains of Canaan Valley Resort with family and friends over the holidays. Santa and...

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  19. Thursday, November 19, 2009 - Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Dec. 7 - 20

    Winter Festival of Lights: through Jan. 3, 2010, Oglebay Resort, Wheeling This year marks the 25th anniversary for the Winter Festival of Lights. The first year, displays and landscape lighting...

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  20. Monday, November 2, 2009 - Tourism Adventure Media Advisory Nov. 23 - Dec.6

    Holiday in the Park: Nov. 23-Dec. 31, Parkersburg This holiday light drive-through features a colorful array of animated and still holiday light displays. Sponsored by various businesses and...

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  21. Tuesday, September 29, 2009 - Industry Awards and CVB Accreditation

    Industry leader, Snowshoe COO honored at annual tourism conference 12 convention and visitors bureaus receive accreditation View Event Gallery Here SNOWSHOE, W.Va. – The West Virginia Division...

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  22. Thursday, September 24, 2009 - West Virginia’s tourism industry matches nearly $1.8 million to attract visitors to the state

    West Virginia’s tourism industry matches nearly $1.8 million to attract visitors to the state CHARLESTON, W.Va. —West Virginia tourism industry projects totaling nearly $3.6 million have been...

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  23. Monday, September 21, 2009 - Study shows growth of visitors' economic impact in West Virginia

    Study shows growth of visitors’ economic impact in West Virginia SNOWSHOE, W.Va. – Visitors to the Mountain State contribute billions of dollars to the state’s travel and tourism industry, according...

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  24. Monday, September 14, 2009 - American Bus Association Names W.Va. Events in North America’s 100 Best Events for 2010

    American Bus Association Names West Virginia Events in North America’s 100 Best Events for 2010   CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The American Bus Association (ABA) announced that the Mountain State Art &...

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  25. Tuesday, July 14, 2009 - Found: Mountain State's Can't Miss Eateries

    (Charleston, WV) – The West Virginia Division of Tourism has teamed up with the Collaborative for 21st Century Appalachia for “People’s Choice – West Virginia’s Unique Places to Dine.” A search was...

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