Last call to order must-have WV State Park holiday gifts
Orders placed by Dec. 17 with priority shipping will arrive by Christmas SOUTH CHARLESTON, W.Va. — As the countdown to
Two New Almost Heaven Swings Tucked Within West Virginia’s Scenic Landscape
Swing photo-ops located at scenic views across the Mountain State Charleston, WV – The West Virginia Department of Tourism has
West Virginia celebrates Inaugural Breeze Airways New York-Newark flight
Low-cost flights soar in popularity at West Virginia International Yeager Airport CHARLESTON, WV –– Breeze Airways, the premium leisure low-cost carrier
West Virginia Experiencing Long-Lasting Fall Foliage
Perfect fall conditions continue to linger across Almost Heaven Charleston, W.Va. – As October comes to an end, astonishing fall
Spine-Tingling Statewide Paranormal Trail Makes the Perfect Halloween Adventure
Visitors encouraged to explore West Virginia spooky spots for exclusive prizes Charleston, W.Va. – With Halloween just one week away,
Vibrant Autumn Hues Continue to Cover West Virginia
Exceptional fall conditions linger across the Mountain State Charleston, W.Va. – West Virginia continues to experience some of the longest-lasting
West Virginia Department of Tourism Announces Expansion of the Popular Paranormal Trail
Spooky state-wide trail gets four new stops Charleston, W.Va. – Just in time for Halloween, the West Virginia Department of
Gov. Justice debuts Heritage Highway as newest route of West Virginia’s Mountain Rides Program
Fifth route launched in new scenic drives program GHENT, WV — Gov. Justice held a celebration today to debut Heritage Highway, the newest
West Virginia Now Covered with Jaw-Dropping Fall Color
Visitors encouraged to explore this week’s “best bets” for vibrant foliage views Charleston, W.Va. – Cooler temperatures and magnificent fall
Peak foliage on display in West Virginia’s higher elevations
Vibrant fall foliage continues to spread across the state Charleston, W.Va. – The highest elevations of Almost Heaven continue to
West Virginia bursting with colorful fall foliage
Recent rainfall welcomes vibrant autumn color Charleston, W.Va. – The Mountain State continues to shine with bold autumn color as
West Virginia launches Statewide Paranormal Trail
Visit spooky sites and win prizes using digital passport In celebration of spooky season, the West Virginia Department of Tourism today
Fall color showing off in West Virginia’s higher elevations
West Virginia Department of Tourism announces first fall foliage report of the season Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department
Gov. Justice celebrates arrival of fall in West Virginia
Travelers encouraged to start planning their fall getaway to Almost Heaven CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Justice announced today that fall color has started
West Virginia Department of Tourism Announces 2024 Stars of Almost Heaven Award Winners
Governor Justice receives lifetime achievement award Charleston, WV – This year’s Stars of Almost Heaven award winners were recognized Tuesday
Gov. Justice celebrates another year of record-breaking growth in the tourism industry
CHARLESTON, WV –– Gov. Jim Justice announced West Virginia’s tourism performance for 2023, with the industry’s total economic impact approaching $9 billion
Tu-Endie-Wei State Park Home to Newest Almost Heaven Swing
Mason County celebrates its first tourism photo-op CHARLESTON,WV –– The West Virginia Department of Tourism, in partnership with West Virginia State
Gov. Justice Releases 2024 Fall Foliage Projection Map
Live leaf tracker to launch with start of fall season Charleston, WV – In anticipation of the quickly-approaching autumn season,
Snowshoe Mountain Welcomes New Almost Heaven Swing
West Virginia celebrates 26th Almost Heaven swing photo-op Snowshoe, WV – The West Virginia Department of Tourism, in partnership with
Rotary Park Home to Newest Almost Heaven Swing
Visitors encouraged to complete summer bucket list for a chance to win a free fall getaway Huntington, WV – The
Rail Explorers Announces Newest Almost Heaven Swing
Photo-op swing located at West Virginia’s first railbike excursion Clay, WV –– The West Virginia Department of Tourism, in partnership
Oglebay Welcomes Newest Almost Heaven Swing
Visitors encouraged to complete summer bucket list for a chance to win a free fall getaway Wheeling, WV – The
Putnam County Home to Newest Almost Heaven Swing
Visitors invited to attend ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, June 27 Hurricane, WV –– The West Virginia Department of Tourism,
West Virginia Tourism encourages travel in celebration of West Virginia Day
New summer bucket list provides guide for exploration and chance to win a free trip Charleston, WV –– The West Virginia
Gov. Justice kicks off summer with new tourism sweepstakes
Entrants can complete summer-travel bucket list for chance to win free autumn getaway CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice today unveiled the Department
Hatfield-McCoy Trail System Unveils New Almost Heaven Swing
Man, WV –– The West Virginia Department of Tourism in collaboration with the Hatfield-McCoy Trail Systems has announced another new
Chef Paul Smith becomes West Virginia’s first James Beard Award-winning chef
Charleston chef wins ‘Best Chef: Southeast’ category Charleston, WV –– Acclaimed West Virginia chef Paul Smith won the coveted ‘Best Chef:
New Almost Heaven Swing Unveiling at Chief Logan State Park Lodge
Logan, WV – The West Virginia Department of Tourism in collaboration with the Hatfield-McCoy Convention & Visitors Bureau has announced
New Almost Heaven Swing Unveiling Event at Lake Stephens
Beckley, WV – The West Virginia Department of Tourism, in partnership with the Visit Southern West Virginia Convention & Visitors
Governor Justice celebrates the opening of the state’s first railbike excursion
National Leader Rail Explorers begin operations in Clay County Clay, WV –– Governor Justice today celebrated the grand opening of
Gov. Justice announces popular West Virginia Waterfall Trail surpasses 75,000 check-Ins
Three new waterfalls added to the trail as summer travel begins CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice announced today over the Memorial
Gov. Justice announces first-ever Governor’s School for Tourism program details
Encourages students to apply for once-in-a-lifetime opportunity CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice released details for the first-ever Governor’s School for Tourism, a
Gov. Justice announces West Virginia named top global travel destination yet again
National Geographic selects West Virginia’s whitewater for prestigious 2024 “Best of the World” list CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice and
Tourism Day at the Legislature welcomes hundreds of industry members to State Capitol
Annual event celebrating record economic impact and state tourism successes CHARLESTON, WV –– The West Virginia Capitol was filled with
Gov. Justice unveils 2024 West Virginia Vacation Guide
Travelers can request free magazines or view a digital copy CHARLESTON, WV — Gov. Jim Justice today unveiled the 2024 West Virginia Vacation
West Virginia Department of Tourism Launches Culinary Trail
Trail developed by West Virginia Chef Ambassador’s features their favorite stops from around the state Charleston, W.Va. – The West
West Virginia Celebrates Wonderful Fall Season
Exceptional leaf peeping season nearing its end Charleston, W.Va. – This year, the Mountain State has experienced one of the
West Virginia Now Covered with Jaw-Dropping Fall Color
Visitors encouraged to experience fall foliage with featured hikes and scenic drives Charleston, W.Va. – West Virginia continues to be
Two new cascades added to West Virginia Waterfall Trail
Popular trail exceeds 60,000 check-ins with visitors from 49 states & 23 countries Charleston, W.Va. –– The West Virginia Waterfall Trail
West Virginia Continues to Experience Best Fall Foliage of the Decade
Jaw-dropping colors spread across the Mountain State Charleston, W.Va. – Autumn color is widespread across the whole Mountain State as
West Virginia Department of Tourism Releases Second Fall Foliage Update of the Year
Cooler temperatures welcome additional fall color Charleston, W.Va. – The second week of October brings cooler temperatures and new fall
West Virginia Department of Tourism Releases First Fall Foliage Report of the Season
Division of Forestry predicts vibrant fall season Charleston, W.Va. – The West Virginia Department of Tourism celebrates the arrival of
Gov. Justice announces record $7 billion annual tourism impact for 2022
West Virginia traveler spending up 17% from pre-pandemic levels, far outpacing national level Davis, WV — Gov. Jim Justice today joined
Want to BASE Jump from a bridge in the Nation’s Newest National Park?
West Virginia Tourism hosting contest to give one thrill-seeker the opportunity of a lifetime CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The West
West Virginia Department of Tourism Releases 2023 Fall Foliage Projection Map
Recent rainfall in the nation’s third most forested state could be a precursor to stunning fall color Charleston, W.Va. –
Gov. Justice signs bill officially designating Summersville Lake State Park
Site of West Virginia’s newest State Park now open for public outdoor recreation in Nicholas County SUMMERSVILLE, WV — Gov.
Celebrate 160 Years of Almost Heaven With a Weekend Outdoors
West Virginians encouraged to spend the weekend offline and then post their experiences on West Virginia Day CHARLESTON, WV –
Gov. Justice dedicates Birdeye Bend with a bang
Marks fourth route in scenic West Virginia Mountain Rides program CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice held an event today in
Gov. Justice Announces Expansion of the Popular West Virginia Waterfall Trail
Nation’s first statewide waterfall trail gets nine new stops CHARLESTON, WV – Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, Gov. Jim Justice today
Gov. Justice announces New River Gorge named Best Family Trip in the U.S. by Outside Magazine
Nation’s newest national park earns Outside Magazine’s 2023 travel award CHARLESTON, WV – Gov. Jim Justice announced today that The New River
Breeze Airways Doubling Service to Orlando Before First Flight Takes Off
Early success enables Breeze to increase Orlando frequency and plane size CHARLESTON, WV – Just three weeks after Breeze Airways
West Virginia Dept. of Tourism Announces Dark Sky Promotion
Plan a vacation to see starry skies in Almost Heaven and win prizes CHARLESTON, WV –– The West Virginia Department of
Winners of Hatfield-McCoy UTV giveaway announced
Event celebrates economic development projects supporting trails JULIAN, WV –– Officials from the West Virginia Department of Tourism and the
W.Va. Gov. Justice announces historic airline partnership
Breeze Airways to connect CRW to at least 5 new destinations CHARLESTON, W.Va., March 28, 2023 — West Virginia Gov.
Gov. Justice unveils 2023 West Virginia Vacation Guide
First state travel guide in the country to feature cover image that changes at different viewing angles CHARLESTON, WV –– Gov.
Tourism Day at the Legislature draws industry representatives to State Capitol
Annual event celebrating highest traveler spending in state’s history in 2022 CHARLESTON, WV (Jan. 23, 2023) — The West Virginia
West Virginia covered with most dazzling fall foliage of the decade
Travelers are encouraged to continuing sharing foliage videos to social media in exchange for exclusive merchandise Charleston, W.Va. –
West Virginia continues to shine with the best fall color of the decade
Department of Tourism encourages visitors to share foliage videos to social media in exchange for exclusive merchandise Charleston, W.Va. –
West Virginia Experiencing Best Fall Colors of the Decade
Department of Tourism releases third fall foliage report and featured autumn hikes of 2022 Charleston, W.Va. – Colors are quickly
Gov. Justice and Hatfield-McCoy Trails announce Fall Giveaway for two brand-new UTV’s
Purchase an annual permit to be automatically entered for a chance to win one of two brand-new UTVs CHARLESTON, WV
West Virginia Department of Tourism Releases Second Fall Foliage Report of the Season
Vibrant foliage now starting to appear in the state’s higher elevations Charleston, W.Va. – Fall color continues to spread
West Virginia Department of Tourism Releases First Fall Foliage Report of the Season
Visitors encouraged to experience the fall color slowly arriving to The Mountain State with featured hikes Charleston, W.Va. – The
AllTrails Launches First of its Kind Partnership with West Virginia to Empower Travelers to Explore the Outdoors
Collaboration designed to inspire fall travel to the Mountain State for epic seasonal hiking + foliage CHARLESTON, W.Va., Sept. 27,
West Virginia Waterfall Trail Receives 20,000 Check-Ins
Nation’s first statewide waterfall trail continues to boost travel in the Mountain State, with visitor check-ins from over 41 states
West Virginia Department of Tourism Announces Inaugural Class of W.Va. Chef Ambassadors
Nine local chefs selected for new tourism initiative to develop and promote West Virginia’s culinary industry Huntington, WV –– The
West Virginia Department of Tourism Announces 2022 Stars of Almost Heaven Award Winners
Huntington, W.Va. (September 15, 2022) – This year’s Stars of Almost Heaven award winners were recognized Wednesday evening during the
Gov. Justice celebrates West Virginia tourism spending exceeding pre-pandemic levels
Charleston, WV – Gov. Jim Justice announced today that West Virginia’s tourism industry is up 3.8 percent over pre-pandemic levels
West Virginia Department of Tourism Releases 2022 Fall Foliage Map
Charleston, W.Va. – In celebration of the upcoming autumn season, the West Virginia Department of Tourism has released its annual
West Virginia Waterfall Trail Hits 10,000 Check Ins
Nominations are now being accepted for new waterfalls to be added to the trail Charleston, W.Va. – Since its launch
It’s West Virginia’s birthday. Keep the celebration going!
By Chelsea Ruby You did it. For the past five years, the Department of Tourism has asked you to celebrate
West Virginia Launches the Nation’s First Statewide Waterfall Trail
Passport program designed to encourage travelers to uncover more than two dozen falls statewide Charleston, W.Va. – Chasing waterfalls takes
New Research Shows Americans Are Looking to Prioritize Experiences Over Things in the New Year
West Virginia is Rewarding 10 of the Best New Year’s Resolutions With a Free Trip to Turn Resolutions into Reality
West Virginia Department of Tourism releases final fall foliage report and featured country road trip of 2021
Travelers encouraged to plan trips in advance to see West Virginia’s beautiful fall color CHARLESTON, W.VA. — Some parts of
West Virginia Department of Tourism releases fifth fall foliage report and featured country road trip of 2021
Travelers encouraged to plan trips in advance to see West Virginia’s beautiful fall color CHARLESTON, W.VA. — Vibrant fall color
Gov. Justice Announces West Virginia Named Top Ten Global Travel Destination
International Travel Publisher Lonely Planet put West Virginia tourism in elite class CHARLESTON, WV (Oct. 27, 2021) – Gov. Jim
West Virginia Department of Tourism releases fourth fall foliage report and featured country road trip of 2021
Travelers encouraged to plan trips in advance to see West Virginia’s beautiful fall color CHARLESTON, W.VA. — Color is still
West Virginia Department of Tourism releases third fall foliage report and featured country road trip of 2021
Travelers encouraged to plan trips in advance to see West Virginia’s beautiful fall color CHARLESTON, W.VA. — Color is still
West Virginia Department of Tourism releases second fall foliage report and featured country road trip of 2021
Travelers encouraged to plan trips in advance to see West Virginia’s beautiful fall color CHARLESTON, W.VA. — Color is spreading
West Virginia Department of Tourism Releases First Fall Foliage Report and Featured Country Road Trip of 2021
Travelers encouraged to plan trips in advance to see West Virginia’s fall colors CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The higher elevations of
West Virginia Department of Tourism Releases 2021 Fall Foliage Forecast
Travelers encouraged to plan trips in advance to see West Virginia’s fall color CHARLESTON, W.Va. — To celebrate the arrival
Ascend West Virginia Announces Inaugural Class Of Remote Workers
All applicants eligible for $2,500 in mortgage assistance, even if not selected Morgantown, WV (September 2, 2021) — Ascend West Virginia,
Gov. Justice Congratulates Department of Tourism On National Awards
Department earns top honors for vacation guide and social media campaign Charleston, W.Va. – Governor Jim Justice today congratulated the
West Virginia Department of Tourism launches 2021 birthday celebration
Social media users who post their #AlmostHeaven road trip photos will be entered to win one of 50 great prizes
Gov. Justice Unveils New West Virginia Vacation Guide
Special 2021 edition celebrates 50th anniversary of John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” CHARLESTON, W.Va. – Gov. Jim Justice
West Virginia Earns Several Best of the Blue Ridge Awards
More than 20 West Virginia destinations, businesses and events win Best of the Blue Ridge Readers’ Choice Awards CHARLESTON, W.Va.
West Virginia Tourism Office Releases Final Fall Foliage Report
Travelers encouraged to travel responsibly or join virtual road trip on social media CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Fall color has peaked
West Virginia Tourism Office Releases Fifth Fall Foliage Report
Travelers encouraged to travel responsibly or join virtual road trip on social media CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Most regions have peaked
West Virginia Tourism Office Releases Fourth Fall Foliage Report
Travelers encouraged to travel responsibly or join virtual road trip on social media CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The hills of
West Virginia Tourism Office Releases Third Fall Foliage Report
Travelers encouraged to travel responsibly or join virtual road trip on social media CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Fall colors are spreading
West Virginia Tourism Office Releases Second Fall Foliage Report
Travelers encouraged to travel responsibly or join virtual road trip on social media CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Many of the
West Virginia Tourism Office Releases First Fall Foliage Report of the Season
Travelers encouraged to travel responsibly or join virtual fall color road trip on social media. CHARLESTON, W.VA. — The higher elevations
West Virginia attractions sweep Best of the Blue Ridge Awards
50 West Virginia destinations, businesses and events win Best of the Blue Ridge Readers’ Choice Awards CHARLESTON, WV. (Jan. 6,
Ski Season Begins in Almost Heaven
West Virginia Tourism Office announces opening of ski resorts across the Mountain State CHARLESTON, WV (Nov. 22, 2019) — Snowshoe
West Virginia Tourism Office Releases Fifth & Final Fall Foliage Report and Featured Country Road Trip of 2019
Travelers encouraged to plan trips to see West Virginia’s beautiful fall color while you still can CHARLESTON, WV (Nov. 6,
West Virginia Tourism Office Releases Fourth Fall Foliage Report and Featured Country Road Trip of 2019
Travelers encouraged to plan trips in advance to see West Virginia’s beautiful fall color CHARLESTON, WV (Oct. 30, 2019) —
West Virginia Tourism Office Releases Third Fall Foliage Report and Featured Country Road Trip of 2019
Travelers encouraged to plan trips in advance to see West Virginia’s beautiful fall color CHARLESTON, WV (Oct. 23, 2019) —
West Virginia Tourism Office Releases Second Fall Foliage Report and Featured Country Road Trip of 2019
Travelers encouraged to plan trips in advance to see West Virginia’s beautiful fall color CHARLESTON, W.Va. (Oct. 16, 2019) —
West Virginia Tourism Industry Outpaces National Growth by 58%
CHARLESTON, WV (Oct. 16, 2019) – Gov. Jim Justice announced today that West Virginia’s tourism industry grew for the second
A Mystery Vacation becomes the Fall Trip of a Lifetime
DAVIS, WV (Oct. 8, 2019) — Thirty-three passengers boarded a bus Saturday morning at Washington, D.C.’s Union Station for a
West Virginia Tourism Office Releases 2019 Fall Foliage Forecast
Travelers encouraged to plan trips in advance to see West Virginia’s fall color CHARLESTON, WV (Oct. 2, 2019) — Red