People visiting or living in Charleston find they make this a regular destination to head to. Put on comfortable shoes and relax, walk or run on eight acres of waterfront while watching ships passing by, phenomenal fountains including the pineapple fountain, a long pier with wooden swings, picnic areas, artful greenery, lots of benches to sit on and watch the world go by. You can bring a book, your laptop, a lunch or coffee. The park is near East Bay restaurants, so it is a good location to go after dinner to walk it off. Everybody loves the swings! Continue reading →
Charleston Food and Wine Festival
During March 3 to 6, 2011, you can experience one of the best food and wine festivals in the U.S. It has been rated one of the top five by Forbes. Tickets vary depending on what you want to participate in. What more could you ask for if you love attending these functions, especially when situated in beautiful Charleston, combining the old world charm with the close beaches. Continue reading →
Caribbean Resort in Myrtle Beach SC
For forty years, this resort has been well used and well loved by an endless stream of visitors, which is why they have undergone a major renovation lately. On 3000 North Ocean Boulevard, you are across the street from the beach. They have designed a new Cayman Condo tower with 2, 3 or 4 bedroom suites, or you can stay at the Dominican Tower, also newly renovated, the Chelsea House or Jamaican with up to 3 bedrooms in a less busy area. Continue reading →
Save 40 % on Cabins at Santee State Park
From May 28 until August 2, if you rent a cabin for a week, – 7 nights, you’ll get the 40 percent discount rate and that includes the very popular pier cabins. Santee State Park is at Lake Marion, and is known for its abundance of catfish while Santee Cooper Country has over 170,000 acres of lake between Lake Marion and Moultrie Lake, and is a popular outdoor fishing and camping destination. If you or family are looking for a cabin- by- the- lake type of vacation this summer, or seeking a local and somewhat cheap vacation, this may be it. Continue reading →
Unspoiled Edisto Beach, South Carolina
Finding your way to this picturesque beach town will bring back memories of vacations you spent as a child at the beach. In fact, you could be here alone, with other adults or book this as a family beach vacation, and fall in love with this area. Forget about high-rise hotels and traffic lights. You need to go elsewhere for those. If you need to escape from your busy lifestyle and city lights, enter Edisto Beach and kiss that stress goodbye. Continue reading →
Thriller High Speed Boat Tour in Charleston SC
This boat ride lives up to its name of Thriller. It heads out of Charleston, a catamaran with up to 43 people on board, reaching speeds of up to ? and in one hour you are serenaded by rock music and a fast moving guided tour of two light houses, five forts and narrating guides to brief you on the facts. Continue reading →
Oceanfront Resort for a South Carolina Golf Vacation
When looking at America’a top golf resorts, Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort sits in the top 75 of America’s resort courses. An 18-hole, par 70 course in Hilton Head was created with George Fazio’s brilliance, and is sure to please golfers seeking distance and precision but remember, there are three golf courses to choose from, with three distinct designers’ stamps. Continue reading →
Alligators Galore
If you are fascinated by these scaly creatures, take a trek to the zoo with hundreds of them, along with crocodiles, snakes, lizards, giant frogs, pythons, tigers, huge turtles and black bears, at The Alligator Adventure park. When you try to close your eyes that night, you’ll likely be seeing the reptiles in your waking moments and in your dreams for the next several nights. After watching the live alligator feedings where these powerful reptiles leap for their food, you’ll be wishing you had brought your video cam. Continue reading →
The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island
The Sanctuary is a luxury hotel of 255 lovely rooms as well as many private villas and homes in a setting designed to harbor the golf lovers and golf haters. The Spa alone has 12 treatment rooms, with mineralizing treatments based on the ocean’s natural habitat, as well as the forest and marshes on the grounds. Continue reading →
Beachwalker County Park
Head to Beachwalker County Park on the southwest tip of Kiawah Island for the best beach area to spend your time. There is limited parking so arrive before noon to ensure you will likely have a spot. Lifeguards keep this place monitored during warm seasonal periods which makes families happy when looking for South Carolina beach. You can rent canoes for a serene paddle on the Kiawah River. You will have access to the boardwalk, and bathroom facilities including showers and change area. Continue reading →
Top-Rated New Resort on Myrtle Beach
The North Beach Plantation is new, luxurious, spacious and just across from Barefoot Landing. The place has been designed for singles and families alike. There are one and two-bedroom, three, four and five bedroom condo suites with all amenities, double sinks, Jacuzzis, fully-stocked and sleek kitchens waiting only for your groceries, impeccable service with friendly and courteous staff who have definitely been well chosen and well-trained to make your stay memorable and welcome. Continue reading →
Good News and Bad News on Myrtle Beach
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If you are a northerner, i.e. living in the country above the U.S., you may be happy to note that Myrtle Beach on the Grand Strand caters to Canadians not just through the year, but especially during the March 13 to 20 period of spring, when you especially need to thaw out and hope for some sunnier weather than you’ve been experiencing. Continue reading →
Pawleys Island and Litchfield Beach
If you want to escape some of the busier sections of Myrtle Beach, head 25 minutes away to Pawleys Island, which is in Georgetown County, SC and on the South Carolina coast. It is defined by the Waccamaw Neck, being a long narrow land base surrounded on one side by the Atlantic, and on the west side by the Waccamaw River, which is part of the Intracoastal Waterway and is fresh water by the way. Continue reading →
Carowinds Amusement Park and Water Park
If you want to try the longest, fastest, talent roller coaster apparently in the Southeast, here is your chance. The newly installed Intimidator lives up to its name, having been introduced this year of 2010. If you survive that, you can explore the rest of the 112 acre theme park and water park situated on the border of North and South Carolina, very close to Charlotte, SC. Continue reading →
Coral Beach Resort
It is up to you if you decide to stay at an intimate cottage on the beach, or choose a family beach resort with a zillion activities, and amenities, not to mention people. The Coral Beach Resort is one very popular vacation spot for families wanting diverse activities to choose from. Continue reading →