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PARKERSBURG, WV (February 24, 2010) -- The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau, along with representatives and group tour operators from nine states and Canada converged in Columbus, Ohio February 19-22 for the annual Heartland...
Chainsaw sculpting, new and antique equipment displays, music, food, lawn/garden attractions and lots more!
Date: 4/11/2010Hours: 12:00 - 6:00 PMAdmission $3.00
Location: West Virginia Interstate Fairgrounds2230 Butcher Bend RdMineral Wells, WV...
Check out these great web links to North Bend State Park, North Bend Rail Trail and Blennerhassett Island Historical State Park. Download and print any WV State Park brochure and begin planning your spring break trip or weekend getaway. Our...
PARKERSBURG, WV (February 5, 2010) – The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau announced its new board of directors and officers during its 2010 annual meeting February 4 at the Wingate by Wyndham.
CVB President Steve Nicely said, “...
Free Continental Breakfast With a Lodge or Cabin RentalSunday - Thursday NightsNow Through March 31, 2010 Continental Breakfast Monday - Friday Mornings
North Bend State Park Route 1, Box 221 Cairo, WV 26337
304-643-2931 www.northbendsp.com
PARKERSBURG, WV (January 26, 2010) – The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau began distribution of its new 2010 visitors guide this month.
The 76-page full-color digest size book (5.5” x 8.5”) is stocked with key information...
Civil War history comes alive through a special traveling exhibit Feb. 16-28 from the Teacher's Discovery program of Auburn, Michigan. Civil War artifacts from private collectors and from Blennerhassett Museum's collection will also be featured...
Parkersburg, WV (January 18, 2010) – The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau will participate in 11 trade and travel related shows in 2010, beginning this week in Cincinnati, Ohio.
“Our good part of our winter/spring ‘shoulder’...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Cheryl Lesko, (740) 638-5030 ext. 2280, clesko@thewilds.org
New Winter Safari Tours Offered on Select Saturdays at the Wilds
CUMBERLAND, Ohio (Dec. 28, 2009) – The winter is a wonderful time to see and experience the...
Winter Wonder Weekend
January 15 -17, 2010
Winter Wonder Weekend at North Bend State Park
www.northbendsp.comThis is a weekend filled with fun activities for all ages. There will be games, contests, crafts and more. Contact: Emily Fleming, 304-558-...
Greater Parkersburg boasts several nationally recognized theatre's that offer LIVE performances year-round. The Smoot Theatre, Actors Guild of Parkersburg and Mid-Ohio Valley Players Theatre are all located in historic structures and districts!...
Fenton USA Events Fenton Art Glass to be featured on QVC on December 31, 2009 Set your alarm and end 2009 with Fenton and QVC! Fenton Art Glass will be featured on QVC on Thursday, December 31, 2009...
Fenton Art Glass featured on "Dirty Jobs" Discovery Channel TV Show! In November 2008, Fenton employees participated in filming an episode of the Discovery Channel television show Dirty Jobs. The...
Comfort Inn "Hops & Vines" Celebration
Join us in our new bar for a buffet meal, music and open bar from 10:00 PM to midnight. Package I is a couples special that includes a room for $189.99. Package II is for individuals that does...
New Year's Eve Celebration
Bring in the New Year at North Bend. Enjoy a gourmet dinner and live music.
Dates: 12/31/2009 - 12/31/2009 Admission Call for info
Location North Bend State Park Cairo, WV 304 643-2931
PARKERSBURG, WV (September 28, 2009) – The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau recently earned re-accreditation during the 2009 WV Governor’s Conference on Tourism September 22.
The accreditation is conducted through the West...
PARKERSBURG, WV (September 23, 2009) – A recent study released by the West Virginia Division of Tourism revealed that tourism continues to be a growth industry in West Virginia as well as in Wood County.
The independent study commissioned by...
Effective January 1, 2010 North Bend State Park lodge will be a smoke-free facility. The park will also be adding a two-bedroom cabin to their pet-friendly facilities.
North Bend State Park is offering a special $56 per night rate at their lodge for anyone staying Monday-Thursday nights in October. North Bend features a 29-room lodge and restaurant. Forested terrain rewards visitors with great...
PARKERSBURG, WV (September 1, 2009) – Autumn is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoor weather and colorful fall foliage. You’ll be sure to find ample outdoor activities and recreation opportunities in Greater Parkersburg!
Spend the weekend at the 2,...
The Valley Gem Sternwheeler in Marietta will be offering new Monday sightseeing cruises in September. The cruises will be from 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm on September 14, 21 and 28. They will depart from the Valley Gem dock on Front Street. The price is $11...
PARKERSBURG, WV (August 17, 2009) – Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau President Steve Nicely recently reported on the bureau’s marketing efforts and accomplishments for the first six months of 2009.
“To paraphrase the saying ‘fish...
PARKERSBURG, WV (August 14, 2009) – The Washington Post recently featured a number of area attractions, restaurants and lodging properties as a unique Mid-Atlantic getaway destination.
The article, “On a West Virginia Isle, the Mystery of It All”,...
The Veterans Museum of Mid-Ohio Valley has moved to a larger location. Their new address is 1829 7th Street, and the museum is open Moday - Saturday 9:00 to 5:00 and Sunday by appointment. For more information contact the museum at 304-...
PARKERSBURG, WV (June 22, 2009) – The lazy days of summer are the perfect time to relax and enjoy the many free and low cost entertainment options in the Mid-Ohio Valley.
When the evening heat is too hot to handle, take a break from the back porch...
The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau announced today that ad sales have commenced for 2010 Greater Parkersburg visitors guide. Approximately 75,000 copies of the full-color guide will be printed and distributed beginning in...
PARKERSBURG, WV (April 27, 2009) -- The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau has indicated that travel numbers and inquires were up in the first quarter of 2009.
“The CVB uses several statistical measurements to track the...
Parkersburg, WV (April 24, 2009) – A number of area attractions will soon begin opening for the busy summer tourism season, reported Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau President Steve Nicely.
“May is typically the month that our...
Parkersburg, West Virginia -- The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau, along with representatives and group tour operators from nine states and Canada will converge in Cincinnati, Ohio this weekend, February 22-25, for the annual...
PARKERSBURG, WV (February 25, 2009) – The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Marietta/Washington County Convention & Visitors Bureau partnered recently with 30 tourism businesses and organizations to produce 250,000...
PARKERSBURG, WV (February 20, 2009) – The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau announced its new board of directors and officers during its 2009 annual meeting February 26 at the Parkersburg Art Center.
CVB President Steve Nicely...
PARKERSBURG , WV (February 10, 2009) – The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau Board of Directors recently endorsed the implementation of a new ad campaign promoting the area in 2009.
The new concept is a reflection of the rich...
PARKERSBURG, WV (January 20, 2009) – The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau recently reported that room nights sold by Wood County lodging properties were up overall in December and that hotel occupancy increased in 2008 in...
Parkersburg, WV (January 14, 2009) – The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau will participate in eight trade and travel related shows in 2009, beginning this weekend in Cincinnati, Ohio.
“We spend a good bit of time in the winter/...
Ypartnership predicts 2009 travel trends
While marketers of travel services may gladly bid adieu to 2008, the year ahead promises to be equally challenging as competition for travelers heightens, according to Peter Yesawich, president and CEO of...
PARKERSBURG, WV (December 17, 2008) – Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau President Steve Nicely announced the launch of a new outdoor board campaign this week designed to promote area attractions and welcome travelers to the region...
PARKERSBURG, WV (December 15, 2008) – Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau President Steve Nicely announced the bureau will receive $401,101 in 2009 from the Matching Advertising Partnership Program administered by the West Virginia...
PARKERSBURG, WV (November 11, 2008) – The Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau was recently honored with a Gold MarCom Award for outstanding creative work on its 2007-08 CD ROM.
“We are very pleased to be recognized with this award...
PARKERSBURG, WV (November 25, 2008) – It appears that travelers are continuing to make their way to the Greater Parkersburg area despite the economic downturn.
Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau President Steve Nicely recently...
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