Indulge yourself and rekindle the romance in your life at one of West Virginia's luxurious resorts and spas tucked in among scenic mountains and lakes or quaint historic towns. Choose from among a variety of lodging options, including cabins, manor houses, villas, suites, bed and breakfasts and even houseboats. Soak away your stress in a hot mineral springs bath, then top it off with a host of relaxation or beauty treatments provided by certified and trained professionals. Services offered include Swedish massage, saunas, European facials, manicures, pedicures, mud and herbal wraps and much more. It’s the perfect relaxing getaway.

 

 

	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.