Charleston is not just West Virginia's capital city, but also the largest city in the state. It bursts with old town charm and prides itself on activities and fun for visitors of all ages.My family was invited to West Virginia to experience the beauty of the Mountain State. Our stay was kindly hosted with comfortable lodging, wonderful dining experiences and fun entertainment opportunities covered. We definitely felt at home, and yes, ...
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The breathtaking Coopers Rock State Forest
You don't need to be an advanced hiker to lace up those shoes and explore Morgantown's crown jewel- Coopers Rock State Forest.Spread across a 12,747-acre expanse, Coopers Rock is the place every visitor to the area should place on top of their itinerary, to really immerse themselves into the pure, untouched beauty of nature.This is where you can just soak in the experience of what it's like being in 'Almost Heaven'.My family ...
Greater Morgantown is the place to have MORE! family fun
To most people, Greater Morgantown is considered to be the University town in West Virginia especially since this is home to one of the original land-grant, space-grant, technology-intensive, research-specialized universities in the nation- West Virginia University.That in no way is wrong but the city has a lot more to offer its visiting families.My family was invited to West Virginia to experience the beauty of the Mountain State. ...
Explore, and engage with the wild at The Good Zoo (Part 2)
You can tell my family thoroughly enjoyed the time spent on our behind-the-scenes tour when it's impossible to limit it all to just one feature!In continuation...My family was invited to West Virginia to experience the beauty of the Mountain State. Our stay was kindly hosted with comfortable lodging, wonderful dining experiences and fun entertainment opportunities covered. We definitely felt at home, and yes, this goes without saying ...
An unforgettable behind-the-scenes tour at Oglebay Zoo (Part 1)
Ever since she was little, Dottie has had it on her heart to work with animals. For her 7th birthday, she begged to get into the water with a beluga whale for a priceless, interactive experience. When she turned 8, she asked her friends to bring donations for our local animal shelter, in lieu of gifts, and celebrated her day at the shelter, amidst animals she adored.So when we first got our itinerary for Wheeling, West Virginia, she was ...
Prepare to have fun when you Stay and Play at Oglebay
It seems like most hotels and resorts extend the same invitation to their guests:"Stay and Play".Most often this is an invitation for guests to enjoy the pool, watch a family movie on the grounds play a few lawn games or perhaps even relax with s'mores around the fire pit.But for Oglebay, "Stay and Play at Oglebay" means so much more.My family was invited to West Virginia to experience the beauty of the Mountain State. Our stay ...
Experience and appreciate the beauty of Nature at Oglebay
The drive up the winding roads from the city of Wheeling to Oglebay, in a way, teases you, building up anticipation to what you can expect when you reach the top.The gasps of wonder can't be held back.Lush green trees for miles, wild deer grazing without any fears of intimidation, gorgeous skies that look like they've been painted, bursts of color with beautiful flowers at every corner...this is, almost heaven!My family ...
