West Virginia - Wild and Wonderful

About West Virginia

West Virginia is noted for its mountains and diverse topography, its historically significant logging and coal mining industries, and its political and labor history. It is one of the most densely karstic areas in the world, making it a choice area for recreational caving and scientific research.

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West Virginia is full of opportunity for any business with a growing economy and a highly dedicated workforce. Whether you are running an existing business or thinking of starting a new business you can find all of the information you need throughout this business section.

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Education

West Virginia is fortunate to have a tremendous education system with a high standard of excellence. Please use the information provided here to learn more about the wealth of educational opportunities in our great state.

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Employment

West Virginia is home to one of the finest workforces in the country based on our hard work and commitment to quality. Whether you are looking for new job opportunities, enhancing your job skills or researching future employment trends you can find all of the information you need throughout this employment section.

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Family

West Virginia offers the perfect balance of a rural and urban setting that suits a variety of lifestyles. This is a state where you can go whitewater rafting in the morning, go to an art exhibit in the afternoon and attend a concert in the evening. Whether you just moved to the Mountain State or your family has been here since it was founded, you are part of our community.

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Health

Maintaining proper health is vital to ensuring the highest quality of life possible. West Virginia strives to provide one of the best health care systems in the country that is affordable and available to all residents of the state. This section contains numerous resources to assist you in accessing the health care services provided in the state.

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Tourism

Exhilarate in the lasting beauty and natural wonder scattered throughout West Virginia. From unmatched outdoor recreation to world-class resorts, breathtaking scenery and a variety of cultural and historic attractions, West Virginia is an ideal spot to plan your next adventure. Discover for yourself what makes West Virginia wild and wonderful.

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 West Virginia's 2010 Travel Guide Now Available 

2/9/2010  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 travel guide.

The 2010 Official State Travel Guide is a 224-page publication that highlights many of West Virginia’s attractions and destinations families and visitors travel to throughout the year.  

“West Virginia is a fantastic vacation destination no matter what season, and no matter what type of getaway you’re seeking,” said Gov. Joe Manchin. “From family fun to wild outdoor adventure, this travel guide will help you plan your trip and find great new ways to experience the Mountain State.”

This year’s travel guide features attractions and events in each of the state’s nine travel regions and includes listings for accommodations, campgrounds, restaurants, parks, shops, galleries, museums and other points of interest. The guide also includes an events section that spotlights fairs, festivals, performances, historical re-enactments and more.

Featured stories are written by professional travel writers who offer personal experiences of the state’s culture and history. 

“Using the travel guide to plan a great vacation is simple,” said Tourism Commissioner Betty Carver. “Travel regions are color-coded and showcase the best our state has to offer. Sections also include valuable tools and information that make scheduling a getaway in West Virginia convenient and easy.”

The guide was published in cooperation with Miles Media Inc., which has produced the Official State Travel Guide since 2004. An online version of the entire travel guide will be posted on the state's official travel site, www.wvtourism.com, by Feb. 25, 2010.

The Division of Tourism distributes free travel guides to thousands of callers, Web site visitors and West Virginia Welcome Center travelers across the state. It also distributes copies at travel shows across the country and abroad.

To request a free copy of the 2010 Official State Travel Guide, contact the Division of Tourism at 1-800-CALL WVA or visit the tourism Web site at www.wvtourism.com. 

Contact Information

Tricia Sizemore 
304-558-2003 x 319 
tricia.t.sizemore@wv.gov