Your Guide to Spring Break in Charleston, SC
There aren’t many places in the world more beautiful than Charleston, SC in the Spring. The flowers are in bloom and the weather is perfect with the salty ocean breeze in the air. Charleston is a well known tourist destination having won for multiple years in a row the “Best City to Visit in the […]
Ultimate Guide to Family Fun in Charleston SC
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 […]
Your Guide to Charleston’s Beaches
Explore the Best Charleston SC Beaches for a Perfect Summer Getaway No trip to Charleston SC is complete without visiting one of the beautiful Charleston SC beaches. From the laid-back vibe of Folly Beach to the family-friendly atmosphere of Isle of Palms and the unspoiled ocean views at Sullivan’s Island, each of these Charleston SC […]
Fill Your Beach Bag with These Southern Summer Reads
Compiled by Holly Fisher If your idea of a perfect summer day involves a beach chair, sweet tea and a deliciously good book, you’re in luck. Some of our favorite Southern authors have new books you’ll want to toss in your beach bag because there’s nothing better than losing yourself in a good summertime story. […]
Turtle Love: Share the Beach
During the late spring and early summer, mama sea turtles lumber onto the shores of Charleston at night to lay their eggs – often more than 100 in a single nest. The tiny hatchlings emerge between July and October. As you’re visiting Charleston’s area beaches, be careful of the sea turtle nests and never disturb […]
Charleston SC Beaches Guide – IOP – Folly – Sullivans – Kiawah
Each of the Charleston SC beaches in the area has its vibe and coastal character – and its own set of rules. Check out our guide so you’re prepared before you land on the sand. Folly Beach (cityoffollybeach.com) This barrier island beach has a laid back atmosphere and is often frequented by locals and surfers. […]
No Blizzards in Charleston!
Sure, it might a little cool this week in Charleston, but we are definitely not bracing ourselves for several feet of snow. If you live in the Northeast and need a warm escape, come visit! Well, once the airports and roads are open, that is.
Are Dogs Allowed on Charleston Beaches?
Taking your four-legged family member along for a day at the beach might sound like a great idea, but before you go, know the beach rules for dogs. At many times of the year, especially during the busy summer months, dogs aren’t allowed on the beach without a leash. Here’s our guide for taking your […]
‘The Summer Wind’ is a Beautiful Beach Read
I finished reading “The Summer Wind” by Mary Alice Monroe and was immediately annoyed. I was going to have wait until next summer to get the last installment in the trilogy! Don’t you just hate when you get so engrossed in a book you’re sad when it ends? I felt the same way last summer […]
Charleston Area Beaches Guide
Each of Charleston’s area beaches has its own unique flavor and its own beach rules. Check out our guide so you’re prepared before you land on the sand. Folly Beach This barrier island beach is laid back and often frequented by locals and surfers. No possession or consumption of alcohol is allowed on the beach. […]
When Visiting Charleston Beaches, Watch for Turtles
The area’s first loggerhead sea turtle lumbered onto the shore at Seabrook Island to lay the first eggs of the nesting season. The mother sea turtle deposited her 166 eggs appropriately on Mother’s Day, which is usually the time of year the first nests are discovered on the beaches. Sea turtle nesting season continues through […]
What Do You Love about Charleston?
Here’s another list of all the things we love about the Lowcountry in the springtime. What would your list of “Charleston loves” include? First springtime beach trip: There’s nothing like shaking off the chill of winter with that first warm weather trip to the beach. The feel of sand in your toes and saltwater on […]
‘The Summer Wind’ Continues Charleston Trilogy
Last summer, Lowcountry author Mary Alice Monroe released the first in a summertime trilogy set in the Charleston area. “The Summer Girls” hit the New York Times bestseller list and introduced readers to Mamaw, who gathers her three granddaughters at her Sullivan’s Island beach house under the guise of celebrating her 80th birthday, but with […]
Swim Safe When Spending Time at the Beach
Even experienced swimmers can be caught off guard when swimming in the ocean. It’s dramatically different from swimming in a pool or lake, and visitors should use caution. One of the dangers of ocean swimming is getting caught in rip currents, powerful currents of water moving away from the shore. Even the strongest of swimmers can be swept out to […]
Lowcountry Author Shares Charleston Beach Vacation Tips
Guest blog by Mary Alice Monroe I not only write about the Lowcountry, I’m a long-time resident. So when you vacation here, you’re enjoying the same picturesque views, breathing the same intoxicating air, and living in the same natural landscape with creatures that inspire my novels. Most important tip Get on island time the moment […]
Sand, Sullivan’s and Tea – Things to Love about the Lowcountry
The list of summertime loves in Charleston could be quite lengthy but we’ve narrowed down our five favorites. Sand in our toes: It’s beach season and we can’t get enough of the warm breezes as we kick back in our beach chair or frolic in the ocean with the kiddos. Sullivan’s Island: Speaking of beaches, we […]
Tips for Seashell Success at Charleston Beaches
Everyone’s favorite – and inexpensive – beach vacation souvenir is the seashell. Hit the beach at low tide and you’re sure to find some beautiful shells of all shapes and sizes. Keep these tips in mind when scouring the beach for seashells: Monitor the tides and walk the beach at low tide for the greatest selection as more […]
Pick Up These Books for Your Beach Reads
Reading on the beach or in the backyard hammock is a must-do summer activity. We have some book suggestions to help you get to relaxing even faster. We recently reviewed “The Summer Girls” by Lowcountry author Mary Alice Monroe, and here’s another Charleston area author who can pen a terrific novel. Dorothea Benton Frank’s latest […]
Dive into the Lowcountry with ‘The Summer Girls’
Mary Alice Monroe has the uncanny knack for weaving a compelling story and interesting characters into the framework of the Lowcountry’s natural habitat. This time her creation is the first book in a summertime trilogy, chronicling the story of three sisters who reunite at their grandmother’s house on Sullivan’s Island. Add “The Summer Girls” to […]
Packing for Your Charleston Beach Trip
You may be tempted to simply toss a swimsuit in a beach bag and hit the open road as you head to Charleston for your summertime beach vacation. But you may want to bring just a little more than your bikini or swim trunks. For your beach visit, don’t forget to pack: Beach towels or […]
Charleston’s Own Castle
If you head out to Sullivan’s Island, you’ll probably see something that looks like a cross between a church and a castle. That stately building at the western end of the island is Mugdock Castle. The castle adjoins Fort Moultrie and, with Fort Sumter, stands watch at the entrance of the Charleston Harbor. The building […]
Romance in Charleston
Water views, cobblestone streets and a cozy corner table for dinner are just the right ingredients for a romantic getaway to Charleston. Travel & Leisure has named Charleston the second most romantic city, and Yahoo! News, through its weekly “Wanderlust” series, ranked Charleston No. 1 on its list of top surprisingly romantic cities in the […]
Charleston with Children – Part 2
In the first part of our series, we looked at some favorite kid-friendly things to do in Charleston. Let’s take a look at a few more. And you can help us add to the list: post a comment here or share some ideas and photos on our Facebook page. North Charleston /American LaFrance Fire Museum Most […]
Beautiful Beaches: All You Need to Know
Charleston has three public beaches, each of which is about a 20-minute drive from downtown: Folly Beach, the Isle of Palms and Sullivan’s Island. Each beach has a different atmosphere and amenities but all offer a relaxing day with the sand and surf. Folly Beach Known as the “Edge of America,” this barrier island beach […]
Summer Beach Reads
Few things are better than stretching out in your beach chair to read a book with the sun on your face and the waves as background music. It’s the time of year to toss some new paperbacks in your beach bag and lose yourself in a relaxing afternoon of beach reading. We’ve put together a […]
Have a Drink Because Surf’s Up
It’s a full-time job keeping up with all the national media attention bestowed on our lovely city. Here are two more articles giving some love to Charleston. From Liquor.com, a website dedicated to cocktails and spirits, comes “One for the Road: Charleston, S.C.” by Simon Ford. He tried out several local establishments, offering up his […]
Pets on the Beach? Sometimes
Watching a dog chase a tennis ball into the ocean may seem like the perfect summertime photo opp but it’s important to keep in mind that dogs aren’t allowed to frolic freely on most Lowcountry beaches. Know the rules for the various beaches and avoid a fine that will most certainly spoil your summer fun. […]
Keeping our Turtles Safe
This time of year our lovely loggerheads are lumbering onto the sandy beaches to lay their eggs before returning to the ocean before the sun comes up. Plenty of loggerhead turtles nest on Charleston area beaches so it’s important for visitors to be mindful of the nests. Volunteers patrol our beaches looking for the tell-tale […]
5 Things to Love about the Lowcountry
In a recent post, we highlighted 10 things we love about the Lowcounty. Well, there’s plenty more than that, so here are five more. Let us know what you would add to the list. In our own backyard we have the Grits Capital of the World. It’s the tiny town of St. George’s claim to […]
Top 6 Things to Do in Charleston
If you tell someone you’re visiting Charleston who’s been here before, then they’re more than likely going to tell you what you must see or do. Of course it all depends upon what your current situation is. Do you have kids? What’s your ideal for a great vacation? Active, on the go, relaxing or a […]
