West Virginia Executive Summer 2019 | Page 112

Welcome to the Eastern Panhandle Bound by the Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounded by the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers, West Virginia’s Eastern Panhandle offers scenic vistas, tight-knit communities and timeless history as well as adventure tourism, thriving economies and a diverse range of industry. A short trip from Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, MD, small-town life truly meets convenience with the panhandle’s variety of activities and booming business community. No matter what you’re looking for, look no further than the Eastern Panhandle. greasy burger from local favorite Blue White Grill or make a reservation at wine bar and restaurant Brix 27 for a memorable evening of food and music. Every Day Extraordinary 126 E. Race Street Martinsburg, WV 25401 (304) 264-8801 www.travelwv.com 110 WEST VIRGINIA EXECUTIVE Small-town charm meets big adventure in Berkeley County, WV, with a vibrant downtown culture, endless miles of hiking trails, unforgettable eats, engaging history and local gems that can only be described through experiencing them. Located only 90 minutes from Baltimore, MD, and Washington, D.C., along I-81, Berkeley County is perfectly situated to offer mountainous beauty and a day trip into the city. They say you eat with your eyes before your stomach, but all your senses will be full to bursting after tasting Berkeley County’s culinary delights. Get the napkins ready for a Civil War spies, hidden tunnels and trains, oh my! Berkeley County’s history is a proud part of its present, and visitors are invited to be part of the story. Learn how a little girl grew up to become a Southern spy, tour the home of Martinsburg’s founder and walk the rails to Martinsburg’s iconic Roundhouse train station. With extraordinary outdoor adventures waiting, there’s only one thing to do—get lost. Lose yourself in the area’s biking and hiking trails or go primitive at a camping site in the 23,000-acre Sleepy Creek Wildlife Management Area. Come ready to make some memories, because Berkeley County makes the everyday extraordinary.