WVA resorts provide the best of both worlds. Not only can you find comfortable lodging and useful meeting spaces, but the recreational amenities at resorts in West Virginia are second to none. Depending on the season, vacations in WV can be centered around two popular activities.

WV resorts in the winter feature some of the best skiing America has to offer. And in the warmer months of the year, a West Virginia golf resort is attractive to novices and pros alike. But you mustn't forget your business responsibilities, so consider these amenities provided by West Virginia resorts:

1. A West Virginia resort that caters to business travelers will feature easily accessible high speed Internet.

2. Business resorts in WV might provide same-day dry cleaning services for the extended-stay traveler.

3. WVA resorts can provide shuttle services to nearby business and recreational attractions.

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Plan meetings around vacations in WV

Resorts in West Virginia can give your vacation a productive twist by offering full meeting, conference and convention facilities for your professional needs. Whether you're bringing together a handful of regional directors or over 1000 branch managers from across the globe, WV resorts can make you feel right at home.

I recommend: The Oglebay Resort & Conference Center features a variety of online amenities designed to help you plan your event. With over 25,000 square feet of function space, the Canaan Valley Resort is perfect for business and pleasure.

Hold your conference at WV golf resorts

Nothing caps a week of dull meetings like a Saturday morning on the links. Resorts in WV can give the business traveler access to championship-caliber courses designed by some of the most acclaimed pro golfers of any generation. A working WV vacation may actually increase your meeting turn-out if your attendees have a chance to golf some of these 18-hole courses.

I recommend: The Resort at Gladesprings features three golf courses. The Greenbrier features a championship-caliber course as well as a golf academy for the newbies.

Plan business at WV ski resorts

West Virginia resorts are premier destinations for downhill skiing. Spectacular views, challenging mountains and welcoming lodges dot the winter landscape of West Virginia. Meetings and conferences planned during the icy chill of winter can be met with a welcoming warmth when held at a West Virginia ski resort.

I recommend: For a complete guide to planning a ski event, try the resources at the Winterplace Ski Resort. The Snowshoe Mountain ski resort offers corporate meeting space, entertainment and excellent skiing.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  While staying at resorts in West Virginia, never take free Internet use for granted. Just because your wireless is free in the lobby doesn't mean it's free in your guest room. Be sure to read up on hotel policy or ask the front desk attendant.