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West Virginia Division of Tourism 90 MacCorkle Avenue, SW

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Fax: (304) 558-0108

Web site: www.wvtourism.com

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Email: kathy.a.johnson2@wv.gov

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New River-Greenbrier Valley These two great rivers set the scene for awesome outdoor

adventures, wonderful driving tours and four season activities.

During your visit, discover a region enriched by Native American,

Colonial, Civil War and coal mining history — along with some of

the state's top destinations for dining, arts and entertainment.

Suggested stops: Tamarack, Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine, Theatre West Virginia, Bramwell,

Pipestem Resort State Park, New River Gorge Bridge, Hawks Nest State Park, and The Greenbrier.

Hatfield-McCoy Mountains This dramatic landscape takes its name from two families who

fought a bitter feud, but the traditions of strength and valor reach

further back — this is the land of Chief Logan of the Mingo Tribe.

These ancient mountains weathered the Civil War and the Coal

Mine Wars and have emerged today as a place where heritage

trails are as abundant as ATV trails. African-American and

immigrant populations have enriched and defined the region.

Suggested stops: Chief Logan State Park, Historic Matewan, Coal House, ATV trails

Ashland Company Store, and Madison's Coal Heritage Museum.

Mountain Lakes The heart of the Mountain State is a place of large lakes and small

towns, dense forests and deep historic roots. Visit the ancestral

home of Stonewall Jackson, or the site of the first land battle of the

Civil War, or watch wildlife at the West Virginia State Wildlife Center.

Beautiful byways and backways wind through the region, including

Mountain Parkway Byway arid Cedar Creek Road Backway.

Suggested stops: Jackson's Mill Heritage area, Carnifex Ferry Battlefield State Park, Stonewall

Resort, Flatwood Factory Stores, Mountain Lakes Amphitheater and Trans-Allegheny Asylum.

Metro Valley Imagine city life without all those issues that make you want to

get away — the traffic, the hectic pace, and the crowds — but

with all the good things: the arts, interesting foods, shopping,

technology and good coffee. To this vision, add lush mountain

scenery, wide rivers, easy access to several national recreation

areas and an absolute treasure trove of historic gems.

Suggested stops: West Virginia State Capitol Complex, Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences,

Heritage Farm Museum and Village, Blenko Glass, Tri-State Racetrack and Gaming Center and

the Mothman Museum.

Mid-Ohio Valley Drift a placid lake in a rowboat — or roll along the wide Ohio River

on an authentic sternwheeler. Take on 72 miles of an American

Discovery Trail on a bike — or take to the same trail in an old-

fashioned, horse-drawn carriage. Place yourself inthe company

of history by visiting a brand-new Civil War park — or preserve

the past by photographing a couple of West Virginia's picturesque

covered bridges.

Suggested stops: Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park, Holl's Swiss Chocolatier, Oil and

Gas Museum, Historic Sistersville, R. C. Marshall Hardware Store and North Bend State Park.

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January Spa Fest, Berkeley Springs

February Quilters Retreat, Cairo

March Civil War Weekend, Hurricane

April Ramp Cook-Off, Richwood

May Annual Scottish Festival and Celtic Gathering, Bridgeport

June FestivaII, Charleston

July Mountain State Art and Craft Fair, Ripley

August West Virginia State Fair, Fairlea

September Pickin' in the Panhandle, Martinsburg

October New River Bridge Day, Fayetteville

November Festival of Lights, Wheeling

December Feast of the Seven Fishes, Fairmont

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Northern Panhandle Historically and geographically, the Northern Panhandle has been an important point of confluence, almost a magical place. It was home to the Adena people, the last battle of the American Revolution, the coming of the National Road, the first bridge across the Ohio River, and an industrial boom that spawned vast fortunes and Victorian mansions. In 1863, the state of West Virginia was born in Wheeling. Thoroughbred horses and greyhound dogs lead the way to slot machines and table games.

Suggested stops: Oglebay Resort & Conference Center, West Virginia Independence Hall, Wheeling Racetrack and Gaming Center, former West Virginia Penitentiary, Homer Laughlin China, Mountaineer Racetrack and Gaming Center, and Thistle Dew Farm.

Mountaineer Country Mountaineers are independent, resourceful and courageous. Mountaineers live life with gusto. This area offers magnificent places to play, learn and live well. From dramatic gorges to ancient Cathedral Forest, the scenery is worthy of wonder. History lives here, too. A frontier-era fort, Civil War cemeteries, museums and a New Deal-era homestead. In Mountaineer Country, history co-exists with energetic university communities, high-tech enterprises and a dynamic cultural scene.

Suggested stops: Arthurdale Heritage area, Prickett's Fort State Park, Coopers Rock State Forest, Mother's Day Shrine, Philippi Covered Bridge, West Virginia Public Theatre and West Virginia University.

Eastern Panhandle Beginning in 1748, when he was a teenaged surveyor, George Washington spent a lot of time in what is now West Virginia's Eastern Panhandle. He bought his first piece of property in 1750 and by 1777, he owned more land and began spending summers in the area. Follow the Washington Heritage Trail through the area. More than a historical path, it's a journey through some of the most beautiful countryside in America — endearing small towns, fertile farmland, fern-filled forests and panoramic river overlooks. Relax with a spa treatment, shop at an antique store or explore a fine art gallery.

Suggested stops: Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, Charles Town Races and Slots, Bavarian Inn, Belle Boyd House, Berkeley Springs Historic State Park, DeFluir's Fine Chocolates, O'Hurley's General Store and The Woods Resort.

Potomac Highlands Check out a state map, and you'll notice a large green swath along the eastern central portion of West Virginia. That's the Monongahela National Forest — almost a million acres — and much of it is in the Potomac Highlands region. The Allegheny Mountains ripple through this area, making for awesome outdoor adventures and splendid driving tours. These green mountains also shelter a valuable diversity of plants and animals, some of them rare. Against this backdrop, the Potomac Highlands is full-to-bursting with mountain music, fine arts and handcrafts, historical treasures, gracious lodgings and good things to eat.

Suggested stops: Canaan Valley Resort State Park, Snowshoe Mountain Resort, American Mountain Theater, Cass Scenic Railroad State Park, Seneca Rocks Visitor Center, Tygart Flyer, Cheat Mountain Salamander, Durbin Rocket and Potomac Eagle Railroads.

CONTACT US

Janie Lawson Tourism Sales Manager 401 North 3rd Street Richmond, VA 23219

Phone: 800.370.9004 804.782.2777

Direct: 804.783.7409 Fax: 804.780.2577 E-mail: jlawson@richmondva.org

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The Richmond Metropolitan Convention & Visitors Bureau is a destination marketing organization representing the counties of Chesterfield, Hanover, Henrico, New Kent, and the City of Richmond. More than 5.7 million people visit the Richmond Region annually, contributing more than $1.8 billion to the local economy.

NEW! PRE-ARRANGE A STOP AT THE RICHMOND REGION VISITOR CENTER & GIFT SHOP TO QUALIFY YOU AND YOUR GROUP FOR GREAT GIFTS! CALL JANIE TO RESERVE YOUR VISIT. GET MORE DETAILS AT VISITRICHMONDVA.COM/GROUPS.

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VIRGINIA'S HISTORIC RICHMOND REGION ... EASY TO LOVE RICHMOND REGION OVERVIEW Ever since Patrick Henry uttered the words "give me liberty or give me death," the Richmond Region has been a forerunner of creating unforgettable experiences. From Pocahontas and early settlers to Civil War battlefields, history is around every corner in the Historic Richmond Region. Step into the Virginia Capitol, designed by Thomas Jefferson. Follow the footsteps of Civil War soldiers. Cruise along the first U.S. canal system, designed by George Washington. Experience plantation life and walk along the paths that led slaves to freedom. See world-class museums, luxurious gardens, beautiful architecture, a lively arts scene and exciting nightlife. See for yourself why the Richmond Region is so easy to love.

TOUR IDEAS 400 Years of History Heritage: African American and Jewish Science, Nature and Aviation Historic Homes and Gardens Plantation Life Adventure: Theme Park, Kayaking, Belgian Indoor Go-karts, Whitewater Rafting

PACKAGES The Richmond Region joined with other Virginia destinations to create packages including 100 Miles of Lights, Virginia's Historic Central Triangle Tours and Virginia Civil War Trails.

GETTING HERE BY MOTORCOACH Location, loca-tion, location. At the junction of Interstates 64 and 95, the Historic Richmond Region is within a day's drive of half the U.S. population. We are within a two-hour drive of the Atlantic Ocean, the Blue Ridge Mountains and our nation's capital. Only an hour from Wil- liamsburg, Jamestown, Fredericksburg and Charlottesville, we are a perfect destina- tion for your Eastern Virginia tours.

SERVICES FOR TOUR OPERATORS Suggested Itineraries Group Tour Manual Calendar of Events Consumer Brochures Promotional Video Site Inspections Digital Images Familiarization Tours Web Site: VisitRichmondVa.com/Groups

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Virginia Opera or Richmond Symphony. Begin your stay in the Richmond Region with an evening of harmonious music.

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Agecroft Hall. Tour this 15th-centuty Tudor-style home that was moved from England to the Richmond Region in 1925.

Virginia House. This 16-century home was also transported from England in 1925 and redesigned by Henry Grant Morse.

Shopping. Explore one of the Region's historic shopping areas or upscale malls.

Mystery Dinner Theater. Solve a comedy murder-mystery wile enjoying dinner

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Wilton House. Tour this Georgian-style plantation mansion filled with fine silver, porcelain, textiles and furniture,

Tuckahoe Plantation, Explore Thomas Jefferson's boyhood home, including the building where Jefferson was schooled, slave quarters and gardens.

Richmond Ballet. Enjoy an evening of ballet performances.

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Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Before you leave, take time to enjoy more than 40 acres of spectacular plants and flowers along with the Garden's domed conservatory housing orchids, exotic plants and changing displays.

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» The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is home to the largest collection of Faberge eggs outside of Russia

» Monument Avenue is the only avenue designated a National Historic Landmark in the United States » Richmond is within a day's drive of half of the U.S. population

» Henricus Historical Park, the second sucessful English settlement, is located here

» Richmond is the only urban setting in the United States with Class IV rapids running through it

» The first female and African-American U.S. bank president is memorialized at the Maggie L. Walker National Historic Site

» Chief Justice John Marshall built his home here

» The Richmond Region has more shopping centers per capita than any other U.S. destination

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POE REVEALED 2009: THE 200TH BIRTHDAY OF EDGAR ALLAN POE

Stay tuned for customized itineraries for Poe enthusiasts! Literary groups from across the nation will be enjoying "unhappy hours" and visits to several designated Poe sites around the Richmond Region such as St. John's Church, Maymont, the Library of Virginia and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. Enjoy these and more exciting activities during your Richmond Region stay. Check VisitRichmondVa.com or Poe200th.corn regularly as we update the itinerary choices for this year-long event.

THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CIVIL WAR: 2011-2015

The Richmond Region will commemorate the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War, which takes place from 2011 to 2015. Great tour itineraries are being planned that your groups won't want to miss!

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Spring Scrapbook Retreat

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Regional Chili Cook-off

Lorax Day

Wild Women's Weekend

Third Annual Southern Boreal Bird Festival

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Celebration of the Arts Weekend (Wheeling Symphony)

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Mid Summer Walk Between the Parks

6th Annual BBQ Cook-off

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Purple Fiddle Music Fest

Canaan Appraisal Road Show & Market

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Group Tour Essentials • Free, ample bus parking • One complimentary room for every 20 rooms

Resort Activities • 18-hole championship golf course • Nordic skiing • Snow and summer tubing • Cross country skiing • Geocaching • Hay rides • Hiking • Nearby horseback riding • Naturalist programs • Paintball • Scenic chairlift ride • Snow tubing • Nearby whitewater rafting • Ice skating • Indoor & outdoor swimming

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From East: Rt. 66 West to 1-81 South.I-81 South to 55 West at Strasburg. Follow Rt. 55 West to Harman, VW. In Harman take Rt. 32 North to Canaan Valley.

From West: Rt. 50 East to Clarksburg. South on 1-79 to Weston. East on Rt. 33 to Harman. In Harman take Rt. 32 North to Canaan Valley.

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The Lucerne: 201 W. 79th ST. NY, NY 10024 Tel: 212-875-1000 Fax: 212-579-2408 Monica Spencer Ramos, DOS Mercy Gomez, Sales Manager

The Belvedere: 319 W. 48th St. NY, NY 10036 Tel: 212-245-7000 Fax: 212-245-4455 Eneida Rodriguez, Group Sales Coordinator

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The Newton: 2528 Broadway NY, NY 10025 Tel: 212-678-6500 Fax: 212-678-6758 Robert Aaron, DOS Emilio Morales, Groups Manager

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Treasured landmark built in 1905 restored as a luxury boutique hotel rated by AAA, is a 4 Star Hotel. A NON SMOKING HOTEL. This Gem offers Nice Matin restaurant and sidewalk café, 24 hr. room service, concierge, business center, meeting facilities, valet dry cleaning service, fitness center & Spa Room, In Room Spa Services, Valet & Self Parking. Guest rooms offer Marble batbrooms, hair dryers, in-room safes, iron and full size ironing boards, Flat Screen TV's. Movies on Demand and Nintendo game system, Premium Channels including HBO, Complimentary WI FI and individual climate control. The hotel is situated on the beautiful Upper West Side, a short walk to Central Park, Museum of Natural History & Rose's Planetarium. Just minutes from Lincoln Center, Broadway and Times Square. Frommer's NYC Travel Guide rated the #1 moderately priced Hotel in NYC with special recognition for service and value. I comp per 40 paid rooms; Baggage is $6.50 per bag round trip.

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Unusual formations featured in National Geographic

Seasonal, authentic 1950's soda fountain and café'

Gift and souvenir shop, scenic view

Antique, animated holiday department store window displays from the early and mid-20th Century

Shenandoah Caverns historic "Through the Years" exhibit

A memorable and enchanting step back in time!

Exciting entertainment venue with antique collections on display, restored farm wagons and agricultural implements.

Educational exhibits include a Live indoor beehive! Model Trains in motion, Virginia Wine Shop and country-themed shopping galore.

40,000 sq. Ft. Parade Float Hall of Fame

Spectacular floats from the Rose Parade, Presidential Inaugurals, Thanksgiving Day Parades and other national celebrations

Entertainment venue with stage and dining facilities

Scheduled Group Tour Events 2009 Dates September 24

Ladies Day Out celebrating Red Hatters November 14

"Shenandoah Uncorked" Wine Festival

2010 Dates April

Virginia and Maryland Senior Day May Springtime in the Country!

Check our website's calendar for more events! www.shenandoahcaverns.com

Maryland's Desfinafion cor UnCor3effeable Live Theatre!

VOTED BEST OF BALTIMORE! • 55 PRESTIGIC AAYES NO, iINA11ONS.

CALL NOW TO RESERVE YOUR GROUP SEATS! COLUMBIA: 410-730-8311 or 1-800-88TOBYS BALTIMORE: 410-649-1660 or 1-866-99TOBYS

Live musical theatre awaits you and your group at Toby's Dinner Theatre! With two locations in Baltimore and Columbia you are sure to be impressed and "deliciously entertained" with all that the theatres have to offer. You will enjoy a memorable experience as each theatre features a show for every taste.

ABOUT THE LOCATIONS: Both Toby's locations are easily accessible from Washington D.C., Baltimore or Annapolis!

COWMBIA: Celebrating their 30th season, Toby's of Columbia is a truly unique venue with award winning productions in-the-round. The patron sits no more than 30 feet from the stage for a dynamic interactive experience.

Approximately 25 miles from Washington, D.C.

5900 Symphony Woods Road Columbia, MD 21044 410-730-8311 or 1-800-88TOBYS

BALTIMORE: Toby's newest location in Baltimore features award winning performances seen from tiered seating with a conventional theatre format. There is a large stage and cozy atmosphere for the perfect theatrical experience.

Approximately 4 miles from Baltimore's Inner Harbor.

Located in the Best Western Hotel and Conference Center 5625 O'Donnell Street, Baltimore, MD 21224 410-649-1660 or 1 -866 -99TOBYS

BOTH THEATRES FEATURE: • Broadway-style award winning musicals Live orchestra • 8 performances weekly including 2 matinees

• 7 Main Entrée Buffet • 2 Salad Bars . Vegetarian Friendly . . Make-Your-Own Sundae Bar • Free Motorcoach Parking Complimentary Tickets for Escort and Driver

MAJOR ATMACTIONS CLOSE BY: GROUP SERVICES AND POUCIES: Reservations are required.

Must have at least 15 in a group.

Groups of 20+ include a complimentary ticket for the escort and driver (per coach).

Payment: $200.00 per coach paid 30 days after placing reservation.

Cancellation: Deposits are nonrefundable but usable for one year with any other group reservation.

Washington D.C. and nearly 400 years of history Washington Redskins and Washington Nationals Historic Ellicott City, MD Arundel Mills Mall Baltimore's historic neighborhoods, battleships and sailing ships

• The Inner Harbor in Baltimore Baltimore Orioles and Baltimore Ravens The National Aquarium The Maryland Science Center Historic Annapolis, MD Ghost Tours, Heritage Tours, Agriculture Tours & More

TobysDinnerTheatre.com Affiliations: ABA- American Bus Association • NTA- National Tour Association • SYR- Student & Youth Travel Association

Tour Operator Rate: $66.00 Inclusive Retail Rate: $80.00

April thru mid June - Weekends Only Mid June thru August -Tuesday thru

Saturday

Experience Historic Philadelphia History that Speaks to You!

Lights of Liberty Experience a New Revolution in 2010!

The 2010 Lights of Liberty season brings new sights and sounds to the revolution. Updated technology, a brand new Liberty Center and many more surprises await your group. Don't miss out and book your group on this new and improved Philadelphia experience!

***prices to be announced

411.n11111Illi Independence After Hours Start with a 3-course meal at the historic City Tavern. Next, venture out to

Independence Hall for a behind-the-scenes look at the events that shaped our nation's history. Here you'll witness Thomas Jefferson, Ben Franklin, and John Adams finalize the Declaration of Independence.

Top off the night with the spectacular Lights of Liberty Show!

1776: The Movie Musical Experience this timeless musical classic with group sing-along and act-along participation! It's an interactive movie-going experience That has your entire group a part of the show...complete with props!

Tour Operator Rate: $10.00 Retail Rate: $15.00

Seven days a week (minimum iiroup rate varies)

lik American Revolulit he Condense

" .oueh the American Revolution. Members of your group will join in _ctors portray multiple characters in this fast paced, comedic journey

d, g • the Boston Tea Party, visit Boston in the winter to throw snowballs at the Redcoats, and one lucky member will be features in a highlight perform .of Paul Revere's famous iide!

Add a pizza party or boxed dinner in the theater '11r- •

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wqr Tour Operator Rate: $12.00 Comp Policy: 1 per every 25 purchase

Betsy Ross House No visit to Historic Philadelphia would be complete without a stop at the home of America's most famous flag maker. Take an Audio Tour, visit the amazing gift shop and enjoy free live entertainment in the courtyard! Donation:

Adults: $3.00 Students: $2.00

Founding Fathers

Get your histoiy in the first person, from the likes of historical figures such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, and Ben Franklin,

This 50-minute presentation will give you an exclusive look into the minds of Our Founding Fathers. Learn about their personal and political life right from them. Founding Fathers will leave our rou with all their lin( Yerinu question answered. Tour Operator Rate: $12.00 per person

1 comp tickets for every 25 purchased

Turmoil & Treason: The Path to Independence Summer 1776: The Declaration is under debate. Walk with us and encounter 18th-century townspeople with strong feelings on both sides, of the debate. Loyalist or Patriot? Whose side will your group be on?

Tow- Operator Rate: $16.00 Retail: $201811/P.

1 comp ticket for every 25 purchased

Valley Forge After Hours Spend an exciting evening at the famous encampment at Valley Forge and see what nights were like for the Continental Army. Start with a picnic dinner before checking in at Washington's Headquarters.

Kick back with your brigade around the group campfire as they tell you the soldiers' tales.

Tour Operator Rate: $45.00 Retail: $55.00 Comp Policy: 1 per every 25 purchased

Tippler's Tour "Cheers" to the spirits of '76! Your group will enjoy traditional drinks and a sip of the 18th-century history at Colonial and modern day watering holes as your Colonial guide shares light-hearted tales of the old.

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iour Operator Rate: $23.00 Retail: $35.00

Melissa Nast - Group Sales Coordinator Phone: (215)629-5801 ext 209 Fax: (215) 629-5814 melissa(q),historicphiladelphia.org

First Bank of the United States 116 S 3rd Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 www.historicphiladelphia.org 61109 - Prices listed are subject to change