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Ultimate Guide to Family Fun in Charleston SC

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Are you looking for the perfect family vacation to Charleston, South Carolina? Look no further! With its rich history and culture, as well as incredible outdoor activities, Charleston is the ideal destination for a fun-filled getaway with kids (toddlers to teens). Whether you’re bringing your kids along or not, you’ll be impressed by all this […]

What to Do on a Rainy Day in Charleston☔️

Even on days when it rains in Charleston, it’s still a good day because you’re in Charleston. And while you might have to cancel a trip to the beach or reschedule your walking tour, there’s still plenty to do in and around Charleston on even the rainiest of days. Here are some good indoor options […]

Fun Winter Activities in Charleston

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By Bailey Laskowski Too cold for the beach? No problem, there are plenty of things to do around Charleston during cooler weather. So, grab your jacket and check out some of these wintertime favorites for an unforgettable time in the Holy City. Stare at the sea turtles Everyone loves sea turtles and they are a […]

Turtles Take the Stage at New Recovery Exhibit

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Sea Turtle Care Center Manager Willow Melamet was beaming. The team at the South Carolina Aquarium had just completed major surgery on an adult female sea turtle – and aquarium visitors were watching live. It was all thanks to the brand-new Zucker Family Sea Turtle Recovery area of the aquarium. Sea Turtle Recovery walks visitors […]

8 Things to Do in Charleston Before Summer Ends

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August, already? What!? Our dreams of a lazy summer are fading fast, quickly replaced with back-to-shopping and “routines.” Fall seems like it’s just around the corner. In fact, we were in a local craft store that was stocked full with (gasp!) Christmas decorations. OK, it’s time to regroup and squeeze the last bit of fun, […]

Guide to Family Fun in Charleston

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Whether your children love nature, water or games and sports, you’ll find a host of great activities to keep them busy during your Charleston vacation. We’ve compiled a guide of must-see attractions and activities for kids broken down by age. Most of these activities are suitable for children of multiple ages – and even adults […]

Charleston with Children – Part 1

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It’s hard to believe we’re shopping for school supplies already. It seems the summer barely started! But there’s still a little time to squeeze in some fun before the school bell rings. Whether you live in Charleston or need one last weekend getaway, we have tons of activities for families and children of all ages. […]

Livin’ it up with the Lemurs

It’s not every day you can get up close and personal with a lemur. But now, thanks to a new exhibit at the South Carolina Aquarium, four ring-tailed lemurs are making their home in Charleston as part of a new “Madagascar Journey” exhibit. The exhibit opened May 5 so check it out and be among […]

Charleston in the Spotlight

Hardly a week goes by that Charleston – at least in some form – isn’t making the news. Our fair city graces the pages of many travel magazines, websites and blogs. If we’re not careful, we might start to get a big head. Here are a few articles that caught our attention recently: “Charmed by […]

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