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The Perfect 48-Hours on Snowshoe Mountain

Snowshoe Mountain in Pocahontas County is one of the most unique destinations in Almost Heaven. The second-highest elevation at just

48 Hours in Romney: A Guide to One of West Virginia’s Oldest Towns

Nestled within the Potomac Highlands and surrounded by the Allegheny Mountains, the hidden gem of Romney can be found. Being

Hidden Gem Boutiques in Almost Heaven

Beyond the multitude of beautiful rolling hills, West Virginia is also home to countless boutiques and specialty shops that are

WaterDawg Outdoors

Our Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

The perfect Valentine’s gift is never easy to come by, but we have you covered this year. Whether you are

2021 Holiday Gift Guide

The hustle and bustle of the holidays and shopping for everyone in your life can feel a bit overwhelming each

Fall Foliage Road Trip: U.S. 250 to W.Va. 88

Northern Panhandle Must-Visits With later than normal peak color arriving in the Mountain State, beautiful fall foliage remains in several

Road Trips on I-64: Metro Valley

Home to approximately 30% of West Virginia’s population, the Metro Valley Region is filled with a culturally rich atmosphere and

Mountain Momma Gift Guide: 9 Unique Picks for 2021

Want to treat the special lady in your life to the perfect Mother’s Day gift? With a rich collection of

WordPlay

Shop Small – Check Out These 10 WV Online Stores

West Virginia shopkeepers and artisans work tirelessly to create meaningful, handcrafted goods for their patrons. Though you might not have

Kanawha Watersports

Mountain Laurel Country Store and Bed & Breakfast

How Growing Up in West Virginia Influenced my Desire to Shop Small

Megan Ursic, Local Wares and Fares Explorer West Virginia native Megan Ursic is the founder of The Handcrafted Cooperative, a

Your Guide to Holiday Shopping in Almost Heaven

The holidays are a magical time, especially in West Virginia. The mountains are blanketed in fresh snow. The towns of

Shop Local During Small Business Saturday

The last Saturday of November is time to shop small. From specialty gifts to artisan crafts, small businesses in West

Check Out These Fall Finds at West Virginia’s Local Shops

Cute shops are around most every corner of West Virginia towns. Head to Almost Heaven for all your cozy, fall

A Quick Trip in the Metro Valley: Experience History, Culture and So Much More

Cityscapes, unique stops, shops, small town charm and so much more await in Almost Heaven’s Metro Valley region. Home to

Scenic Stops. Unique Locations. Amazing Sights & Sounds. This Road Trip Has it All.

There’s something about taking a road trip in Almost Heaven that just can’t be beat. Along the way new experiences

These train excursions will lead you to stunning places

The sights and sounds you’ll experience on an excursion along the Potomac Eagle Scenic Railroad are unparalleled. American Bald Eagles,

Sweet-A-Licious

A romantic Valentine’s Day in the mountains of Almost Heaven

This Valentine’s Day, treat that special someone in your life to a uniquely West Virginian experience. The Mountain State has

The trip you’ve been longing for. Memories in the making. That’s Almost Heaven.

If you’re looking to visit West Virginia, these iconic adventures are perfect ways to see Almost Heaven. Whether you’re looking

Your Guide to Exploring the Monongahela National Forest

The Monongahela National Forest covers a massive area of nearly one million acres and is bursting with breathtaking scenery and

These 3 state parks are the best to visit in winter

Exploring West Virginia is always an exciting adventure, and it can be even more fun in the winter. In fact,

Experience a real-life Winter Wonderland at The Greenbrier

Experiencing wintertime at The Greenbrier is an experience like no other. One day you may be sipping a delicious winter

These 5 Winter Mountain Resorts are Real-Life Wonderlands

West Virginia is an outdoor playground with winter mountain resorts around the state that are just waiting to be explored.

Have you experienced a Small Business Saturday in Almost Heaven?

The weekend after Thanksgiving is traditionally one of the busiest weekends of the year for shopping. Black Friday draws millions

Shop til you drop at these 6 West Virginia boutique districts

It’s always a good time for a shopping trip — and we all deserve it every once in a while!

ENTERTAINMENT EXPLORER: Hidden Gems in Hip, Historic Charleston, West Virginia

Alisa Bailey, Entertainment Explorer With unique food, art, recreation and music, a visit to Charleston, West Virginia, is the Mountain

Relax amongst the adventure at these 6 incredible places

 It’s a known fact that West Virginia is home to incredible adventure, but the Mountain State is also full of

5 best places to pick up West Virginia-made goods

Throughout the Mountain State, you can find incredible artisan-made goods that have been inspired by the state’s iconic beauty. Whether

Huntington Mall

Flying into DC? Take a quick trip to the Eastern Panhandle in West Virginia

So, you’ve just flown into DC and are looking for something amazing to do. Well, look no further than the

Road Trip: Sweetest small towns & main streets

From strolling down the streets of the state’s vibrant capital city to discovering the charming storefronts of a small mountain

This one-day West Virginia yard sale is the largest on the East Coast

Did you know West Virginia is home to the largest one-day community yard sale on the East Coast? Each May,

These 27 places know EVERYTHING about West Virginia

Have you consulted a local convention and visitor’s bureau when planning your trip? These organizations are staffed by friendly and

Celebrate Earth Day in West Virginia

Earth Day is celebrated worldwide every April 22 in an effort to promote a healthy, sustainable environment. There are many

THIS festival is the sweetest spot in West Virginia

The town of Ripley has held a festival every March since 2008 to celebrate one of the most important things

Browse vinyl at these 4 record shops in WV

Music has come a long way from its early days on vinyl to its present form in digital. You’d think

4 local bookstores to browse bestsellers

There’s just something special about browsing the shelves of a local bookstore and breathing the ink from those freshly printed

Gal getaways: 6 women-only events and places

Would you and your girlfriends like to escape for a weekend or evening? Head to the Mountain State for indulgent

TATEEP Unique Boutique

Town guide: Huntington

Huntington may be home to Marshall University, but there’s a whole lot more to see and do. When visiting Huntington,

Town guide: Beckley

Beckley is southern West Virginia’s largest population center, and a major shopping and entertainment center for thousands of the Mountain

7 WV authors you should be reading

  The Mountain State has produced hundreds of talented writers, including the Nobel Prize-winning Pearl Buck, whose childhood home in

Town guide: Morgantown

Whether you bleed gold and blue, love munchin’ on some local eats or are looking for a place to spend

Taylor’s Farm Market

Profile: SustainU

Sustainability, West Virginia style SustainU is blazing an exciting new direction for the West Virginia economy, taking our centuries of

Lost River Trading Post & Grasshopper Gallery

The Ravenswood Inn Bed and Breakfast

You don’t need a date to do these anti-Valentine’s activities

So you’re single on Valentine’s Day, huh? Just because you don’t have a sweetheart on this holiday doesn’t mean you

Ranson Convention and Visitors Bureau

Stop buying your kids new ski gear every year. There’s a better way.

Finally! One of the East Coast’s best ski destinations created a genius program to help you bring your family back

Meet every wanderluster’s globe-trotting hero, the Roaming Gnome, right here in WV!

Travelocity’s famous Roaming Gnome is heading across West Virginia! The Roaming Gnome had so much fun eating and drinking his

5 100% timeless gifts for your fashionable friends

Still stuck on what to get your most fashion-forward friend? Hit up a local boutique for unique and timeless gifts

6 eco-friendly gifts your friends will definitely keep

Looking for eco-friendly gifts this holiday season? Local West Virginia artisans, farmers, and merchants create locally made, recycled and sustainable

You need these unique WV holiday ornaments for your tree

No tree is complete without some West Virginia flair. Wrap that blue garland, top it with a gold star and

3 holiday road trips to make gift shopping exciting

Mine the mountains for handcrafted gifts! Only Santa could fly through all of West Virginia, but these road trips hit

Gifts that show off WV pride

  If you’re shopping for someone who holds West Virginia near and dear to their heart, look no further. From

Amazing travel deals – Cyber Monday & Small Business Saturday

Score the best deals in West Virginia this Thanksgiving shopping weekend! Supporting local shops feels amazing, but it’s not all

Stop me before I volunteer again: the story of Gene and Maura Kistler

Maura and Gene Kistler and Kenny Parker spent a day on a pontoon boat on West Virginia’s Summersville Lake last

The 9 WV gear shops the locals trust

  When it comes to outdoor gear, you get a lot of extra value by shopping local: hometown shops share

The cycling shops of the Greenbrier Valley

  There’s so much wilderness and charm to bike through in Greenbrier County that 3 local bike shops are all

Kin Ship

Gal getaways: Treat yourself

Whether it’s a celebration or a chance to reconnect with college or childhood friends, a gal getaway in West Virginia

Meet the Roaming Gnome here in the mountains!

Travelocity’s Roaming Gnome is touring West Virginia! Have you seen a tiny bearded fellow in town? From late April to

West Virginia Crafts and Gifts

Just The Thing Gift Shop

Remember these?

When it comes to antique and vintage treasures, West Virginia is an East Coast motherlode. Visit any town in the

Stone Road Vineyard

Family owned and operated. Makers of hand-crafted red and white varietal and blended wines. Winery at 1100’ ASL. Informal farm

8 high-end boutiques for country elegance

Give your style a dash of Southern sophistication with West Virginia’s finest fashions. Here are 8 high-end boutiques that can

There’s still time! 4 winter trips to squeeze in

Never fear, winter people! There is still time for winter sports in the Mountain State. In case you haven’t already,

Gear Up! Look like a snowboarding pro (even if you’re not)

Outfit yourself with the dopest mountain threads and equipment with the Mountain State’s best gear shops. Whether you are in

Crepe Myrtle Bags & Beads

Bellissima

Iconic quilt patterns and where to find them

West Virginia honors its long-shared quilting tradition with distinct Appalachian style. Quilting roots In days gone by, quilts played a

The Bronze Look, LLC

Amazingly Offbeat WV Art Galleries

West Virginia is home to some of the most offbeat art galleries you’ll ever find. Whether your passion is clay

Inside the WV communities that get “live local” right

Living local is nothing new to West Virginia. Since colonial and frontier times, West Virginia has been marked by self-sufficiency

Quirkiest places for truly unique WV gifts

Looking for some really, really unique gifts this holiday? Check out the wealth of quirky, curious and funky gift shops

The WV-made holiday shopping guide

If West Virginians are known for one thing, it’s our enormous state pride. This holiday season, spread the Christmas cheer

10 nostalgic country toys from your childhood: then & now

The old-time country toys of yesteryear are every bit as enchanting as they were when you were young. In the

Off the beaten path in WV’s liveliest cities

West Virginia’s metro areas are full of opportunities to absorb what makes the Mountain State unique. Here are a few

Pure mountain ingredients that add WV flavor to your meal

If you’re thankful to live in West Virginia, there’s no feast more fitting than one created with the state’s pure

7 things you didn’t know about this iconic WV artistry

West Virginia’s distinct style has sprouted many unique, distinct artistries, but one of its most iconic and sought-after is handcrafted

Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB)

Primitive Touch: How to give your home an Appalachian, country-cute ambiance

Primitive décor brings a homey, old-time feeling to every space. West Virginia’s traditional primitives are simple decorations, treasured for their

The Stache

Country music stars, golf greats and more: 7 things to do at the Greenbrier Classic

The Greenbrier Classic is a world-class tournament for golf’s greats, but it’s also an event with plenty for everyone in

7 things you didn’t know you could do in WV

You already know that West Virginia is your destination for whitewater, mountain biking, and rock climbing. But we’ve got so

Yarid’s Outlet Shop

Specializing in fine shoes for ladies and gentlemen, as well as designer handbags and accessories. Also offering an exclusive selection

Wooden Shoe Antiques

Woodcraft Supply Store

Woodcraft brings quality woodworking tools, supplies and advice to its fourth generation of woodworkers through its retail stores, catalog and

Wolf Creek Gallery – Alderson

Brimming with unique gifts for the home and garden, as well as jewelry and the popular wolf creek calendar. Also

Wolf Creek Gallery

Eclectic clothing and accessories; fabulous footwear – Dansko, Born, Crocs and Frye; fine leather bags, belts and wallets; beautifully scented

Wisteria’s Gifts

A must while in WV. Jewelry, Vera Bradley, collectibles, Jim Shore, WV gourmet foods and wines, beads, garden, candles, home

Willow Gift Gallery

Williamstown Antique Mall

Finest selection of Fenton glass, carnival glass, china, stoneware, clocks and other antiques and collectibles. We buy single items, large

Why Not Shop

Gifts, T-shirt, Woolrich, Snowbabies, log furniture, candles, cards, ice cream and fudge.