Indulge yourself and rekindle the romance in your life at one of West Virginia's luxurious resorts and spas for a perfect relaxing mountain getaway.

Berkeley Springs State Park, Berkeley Springs

Berkeley Springs www.berkeleyspringssp.com was already a famous spa long before the first Europeans discovered the warm waters. Today, not a whirlpool or Jacuzzi, but 750 gallons of mineral water in a ceramic tile, is provided with walk-in private tub (may be shared with someone the same sex). Heated to a maximum water temperature of 102 degrees Fahrenheit, the Roman Bath is a tub big enough to stretch out in, to float, read or just relax. Or maybe you want to luxuriate in a Victorian-style bathtub with mineral water heated to a maximum temperature of 102 degrees Fahrenheit. You may enjoy 30 or 60 minutes of a Swedish-style, full-body, rub down with massage oil. Another choice would be use of the steam cabinets, which are heated to 124 degrees Fahrenheit and enclose the entire body. A variety of bed and breakfasts are within walking distance to round out a perfect WV spa getaway.

The Country Inn, Berkeley Springs

For sheer pampering pleasure, nothing beats The Country Inn's, www.theinnandspa.com, elegant Renaissance Spa. Sitting high above the town, spa guests are presented with a fantastic view and treated daily to famed mineral whirlpool baths for two set in private rooms, full body massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing and various beauty treatments, all provided by certified and trained professionals. The Country Inn has 72 rooms and suites with two beautiful dining rooms.

Glade Springs Hotel & Conference Center, Daniels

Relax and rejuvenate yourself with the Spa at Glade Springs Hotel & Conference Center, www.gladesprings.com. Glade's services include massages, body and facial treatments all provided by a licensed staff, dedicated to providing you with an extraordinary experience. Following your treatment, choose from a variety of accommodations including manor houses, villas, executive suites, the lodge or the stone manor.

The Greenbrier Resort, White Sulphur Springs

Relax your mind and body and revitalize your spirit at The Greenbrier' s, www.greenbrier.com, spa, the epitome of opulence and luxury. Choose from historic mineral soaks to whirlpool baths, sauna, scotch spray, herbal wraps, European facials, hair services, from cuts to perms and more. The spa is one of the few in this country that has adopted the European tradition of using natural mineral waters in all of its spa treatments. Wonderful massages and expert body wrap services are provided in tranquil, climate-controlled therapy rooms. Following your treatment, relax in the lavishly decorated 800 guest rooms and four breathtaking estate homes, perfect for a romantic honeymoon stay.

Stonewall Jackson Resort, Roanoke

The Mountain Laurel Spa at Stonewall Jackson Resort, www.stonewallresort.com offers relaxation and luxury with professional technicians. Featured for your luxurious stay is massage therapy, facial treatments and a number of spa packages sure to fit anyone's desire. The spa offers all-day luxurious treatments. While there, choose from a variety of accommodations including the 196-room Adirondack-style lodge, 10 furnished cottages, with all the features of an elegant resort home and four luxury houseboats.

The Woods Resort, Hedgesville

The Sleepy Creek Spa at the Woods Resort, www.thewoodsresort.com, offers a plethora of spa treatments sure to pamper and please. The spa offers signature body treatments including scrubs, wraps, a cellulite body treatment, facials, back treatment, massages, including couple massage, waxing services and special spa packages, featuring a soothing mud treatment. Enjoy the ultimate weekend experience, which includes two nights lodging, dinner and breakfast, Wood's signature wrap and scrub treatments, relaxing massages, manicure and facials. Stay in the two bedroom Pinecrest Cabins.

For additional information on West Virginia spa resort vacations, please call West Virginia Tourism's toll-free number 1-800-CallWVA (1-800-225-5982) or visit www.callwva.com.

	Cultural pursuits are close at hand

West Virginia has long been known for its unsurpassed scenic beauty, visitors who come for the natural setting and laid-back atmosphere are increasingly finding a wealth of cultural pursuits as well at historic theaters, galleries and arts venues statewide.

The Wheeling Symphony, Huntington Symphony and West Virginia Symphony (based in Charleston) offer both classical and pops concerts throughout the year. The Charleston Jazz Series includes everything from straight-ahead jazz to cutting-edge artists and the international live music radio program "Mountain Stage," which is usually produced in Charleston, travels to other regions of the state as well.

The Purple Fiddle in Thomas is a combination coffee house/restaurant/watering hole and first-rate music venue that offers Mountain Music Weekends during the high summer season and continues with consistent helpings of bluegrass, newgrass and old-time music through the year. Union is down the road from historic Lewisburg on U.S. 219. Its Moxie Cafe features some of the best food in the state, and there are several concerts every year in the historic Ames Clair Hall, a lovingly maintained 1857 structure that was originally an African-American church.

Another can't-miss is a walk through the art galleries in downtown Charleston, capped with live music and drinks at a number of charming coffeehouses and nightclubs. Or catch a play, a national art show or have a family fun day at the Clay Center, the jewel in Charleston's arts crown.