Whitewater Offers Ultimate Girlfriends Getaway

    LANSING, WV, June 02, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- River Expeditions' experienced whitewater rafting outfitters are helping groups of women turn off their smart phones and enjoy a fun-filled getaway with just the girls. Offering an unforgettable and uninterrupted way to bond with BFFs, River Expeditions takes groups of women on either high-impact, high-adventure rafting trips on the Upper Gauley River, or on meandering, relaxed float trips on the New River. Featuring some of the world's best whitewater and most scenic unhurried float runs, River Expeditions packages are designed for the perfect girlfriend getaway in West Virginia's stunning New River Gorge National Park. Detailed information, packages and reservations are available online at www.raftinginfo.com or by calling (800) 463-9873.

River Expeditions guides are skilled at helping girlfriends reconnect as they maneuver their team through the Gauley River. Adrenaline gets pumping and laughter flows as exhilarating rapids and breathtaking scenery take hold. After a day of adventure on the river, girlfriends love to unwind and share stories from their trip over complimentary beverages at The Red Dog River Saloon, River Expeditions' on-site pub, relaxing poolside on the sundeck, with a therapeutic massage in the Massage Suite or kicking back in the deluxe, 18-person hot tub.

For women seeking even more ways to have fun together, River Expeditions doesn't stop with whitewater rafting. Unique shops and dining are just minutes away in Fayetteville, voted one of America's coolest small towns and in Tamarack, showcasing the work of West Virginia artisans. The renowned Greenbrier Resort, featuring impeccable dining and upscale shops is also nearby. For more adventure, ATV/UTV tours explore more than 500 miles of off-road trails and gorgeous landscapes. Or groups of friends can fly through trees, launching from platform to platform on a new zipline canopy tour, featuring sky bridges, rappelling and hiking. Zipline and Rafting Packages start at just $209.

River Expedition lodging offerings are ideal for any group of girlfriends, from the most adventurous to the most pampered. Guests can rough it at natural campsites with in tents and platform tents ($10-15 or $40-45 per person, per night), bunk in rustic cabins for six ($65-75 per night), or stay in a deluxe cabin that sleeps up to eight ($169 per night for four guests, plus $20 per additional person) or a luxury cabin that sleep up to 10 women ($379 per night for four guests, plus $20 per additional person).

Conveniently located 4 miles south of the world-famous New River Gorge Bridge in the heart of West Virginia's New River Gorge National Park, River Expeditions guests Experience America's Best Whitewater . A family-owned and operated business, River Expeditions offers more than 70 years of combined outfitting experience in rafting, mountain biking, ATV touring, horseback riding, rock climbing and rappelling. On-site RV and tent camp sites, outfitter and camp stores, Fire Creek Lodge and Conference Center, message therapy, dining area, outdoor pools, hot tubs, paintball and The Red Dog River Saloon add to the guest experience. River Expeditions' rafting season runs annually April-October. Complete information, event schedules, directions and reservations are available at www.raftinginfo.com or (800) 463-9873.

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