Inexpensive Honeymoon Ideas in West Virginia

Todays economy leaves many people forgoing luxuries and newlyweds have it even tougher than most people. Wedding expenses can really add up, but don't think that you have to skip a romantic honeymoon just because they are normally so expensive. West Virginia offers excellent choices for honeymoon couples that offer privacy in some of the most scenic area of our country.

West Virginia has an extensive network of state parks that offer cottages and cabins for rent at great rates. They often cost less than a hotel room (usually $150 per night and under) and offer a couple a romantic retreat with privacy. Weekly rates offer significant savings. State Parks that rent cabins usually have numerous recreational opportunities as well. Golfing, hiking trails, horseback riding and boat rentals are very popular. Outdoorsy-type couples will find that West Virginia's State Parks offer enough activities to make any honeymoon memorable.

While a state park may not be the first choice of many honeymoon couples, it is a romantic and inexpensive choice. Why spend your honeymoon at the crowded and expensive popular honeymoon spots? It is far more romantic to wake up and look out your cabin window to see deer and other wildlife enjoying the sunshine. There are many tourist attractions in West Virginia to visit as well. The National Radio Astronomy Observatory in Green Bank WV is a popular destination. They have huge radio telescopes listening to outer space. Tours are available. If you are looking for the unusual, try visiting the world's largest teapot in Chester WV or the Mummies of the Insane in Plillippi West Virginia. Both these and many other unusual, very inexpensive attractions make both great memories and photo opportunities that will delight family and friends. Who really wants to see another photo of Niagara Falls?

What makes a great honeymoon? Privacy and romance of course, but fun should not be forgotten, after all it is a vacation. You can amuse your friends with stories about eating at Hillbilly Hot Dogs - We Got the Weenies in Lesage WV. They will sing the weenie song for you while you try a pizza hot dog. You get to sit in an old school bus and use toilet paper as napkins. These are the kinds of things that make interesting stories to tell your kids someday.

Check out all the West Virginia State Parks to find romantic and private lodgings that fit your budget. You will enjoy the relaxing, friendly atmosphere while recuperating from your wedding. Why not get away from the crowds, traffic, and stress of everyday life and honeymoon in scenic West Virginia.