High-Five: West Virginia Camping Accommodations

Camping means different things to different people, and West Virginia’s accommodations do not discriminate. Whether you’re looking for a secluded tent site, a hookup for your RV or a comfortable cabin with all the amenities, there’s an ideal camping accommodation waiting for you in the Mountain State. Whether you’re camping or glamping, these five accommodation options will inspire you to get outside and explore wild, wonderful West Virginia like never before.

Off the Beaten Path: Get Wild in West Virginia

The Mountain State’s towering mountains, steep valleys and panoramic vistas are a major draw for both locals and out-of-state visitors who want to experience the wonders of Almost Heaven. Adventure seekers can find trails and scenic overlooks at every turn. For a unique taste of wild and wonderful, though, step off the beaten path and make your West Virginia experience unlike any other.

The World Comes to West Virginia

In July, Glen Jean, WV, played host to the 2019 World Scout Jamboree, which allowed scouts from across the globe to experience everything wild and wonderful about the Mountain State.

Taste of the Season: One-of-a-Kind Holiday Cocktails

The holiday season is one of gathering with family and friends to celebrate traditions and blessings. In honor of the many Thanksgiving get-togethers, Christmas parties and New Year’s Eve countdowns that will take place in the coming months, West Virginia Executive magazine reached out to The Junction Restaurant and Saloon, Snowshoe Mountain’s most unique dining experience, for some seasonal cocktails that will give your upcoming event an extra special dose of holiday cheer.

In the Chef’s Corner: Bavarian Brothers Brewing

The growth of the Bavarian Inn in Shepherdstown, WV, has always been driven by its guests. In 1984, owners Erwin and Carol Asam added the inn to their restaurant so guests from Maryland and Washington, D.C., could enjoy dinner without worrying about driving home after.

Finding Old-World Charm in Portugal

Meet any native of Lisbon, Portugal, and they will quickly recall November 1, 1755. Known as All Saints’ Day, that is the day Lisbon experienced a sequence of three earthquakes ranging from 8.5 to 9.1 in magnitude, one of which was one of the deadliest in history. While the earthquake brought destruction through both a tsunami and fires, one area remained untouched from the devastation: Alfama.