Sure, you can do the same old, same old and hit a club for New Year's Eve.
But here in the Tri-State, you can also enjoy a day trip into the woods where state park and ski lodges around the region are keeping the light and the disco ball on for you as New Year's Eve is on its way.
Here's a look at some of the New Year's Eve packages available in Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia.
Twin Falls Resort State Park in Mullens, W.Va.
A party getaway including one or two nights of lodging at Twin Falls Resort State Park Lodge, dinner and a dance, evening refreshments, a champagne toast at midnight and party favors. This year Twin Falls' patrons will enjoy dance music provided by DJ Superman. Go online at www.wvstateparks.com. Call (304) 294-4000.
Tygart Lake State Park in Grafton, W.Va.
Tygart Lake, with a 20-room lodge, plus several cabins, features the sounds of Exxposure, a classic/modern band. Tygart Lake is located in Taylor County. Tygart Lake features dinner, a dance and overnight lodging, in addition to a champagne toast at midnight. Go online at www.wvstateparks.com. Call (304) 265-6148.
Chief Logan Lodge, located between Chapmanville and Logan, W.Va.
Offers plenty of space for a large celebration, according to Rick Knotts, general manager. "This is the second New Year that Chief Logan Lodge has been open. Our dance features 119 South, a popular country band in southern West Virginia." Overnight packages are available as well as dinner/dance only. Go online at www.wvstateparks.com.
Pipestem Resort State Park in Pipestem, W.Va.
A traditional New Year's destination, offers lodging at McKeever Lodge, dinner and a dance. DJ Steve Gregory will ring in the New Year. Package includes party favors and a champagne toast at midnight. This year Pipestem is offering a dance-only option. Go online at www.wvstateparks.com. Call (304) 466-1800, ext. 379.
North Bend State Park in Cairo, W.Va.
Features the band Hit and Run and features the gourmet cooking of Chef Jim Ingles. The meal includes carved prime rib, smokehouse ham or roast turkey topped off with homemade desserts. Go online at www.wvstateparks.com.
Timberline Four Seasons Resort in Davis, W.Va.
Winterfest runs Dec. 26 through 31, at Timberline Four Seasons Resort. Almost round-the-clock celebrations on the slopes and in the lodge. Skiing from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, children's program daily, on all holidays and weekends. Dinner nightly at the Fireside Grille and nightly live music with Teacher's Pet and Macho Willie at Timber's Pub. Call (304) 866-4801 or (800) SNOWING. Go online at www.timberline resort.com.
Jenny Wiley State Resort Park, Prestonsburg, Ky.
A New Year's Eve dinner show featuring the western group Cool Waters. Cool Waters music follows in the hoof-steps of those Saturday morning westerns. These three fellows tell their stories in song and humor with a wholesome family theme in mind. Show at 8 p.m. at the Wilkinson Stumbo Convention Center with dinner served at intermission. Tickets are $25 or $195 for a table of eight. The park is also offering a package that features the show, dinner and one night's lodging for two for $129. Call (800) 325-0142.
Buckhorn Lake State Resort Park, Buckhorn, Ky.
Ring in the 2008 New Year with a buffet dinner and overnight accommodations (based on double occupancy). A country and western dance with party favors and a DJ will be held in the Conference Center from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. The package for all the above will be offered for $150 per couple. Tickets for dinner and dance will also be available. Stay the night before or after New Year's Eve with the package for $45. Call (800) 325-0058.
Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, Corbin, Ky.
A dinner and dance with party favors and a DJ from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Special package price available that includes dinner, dance, lodging, party favors and brunch the next day. Tickets for dinner and dance only are also available. Call (800) 325-0063.
Pine Mountain State Resort Park, Pineville, Ky.
New Year's Eve Mountain Bash starts at 8:30 p.m. Dec. 31. Dance music from the 1950s, '60s, '70s and '80s. Music video projection on a wall screen will accompany much of the music, adding to the festive atmosphere along with snacks, decorations, party favors, and a countdown with midnight balloon drop. The park is offering an all-inclusive special event package for two, featuring dinner, dance admission, party favors, overnight lodging and Tuesday breakfast for $159 per couple. Dinner and dance-only tickets for $89 per couple are also available. Dining hours on New Year's Eve will be 5 to 8 p.m. Call (606) 337-3066 or (800) 325-1712.
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