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11B Mariners Walk by AvantStay | Direct ...

Embark on your ideal beach vacation at the enchanting 11B Mariners Walk! This freshly refreshed and gorgeously decorated villa in Isle of Palms offers an airy floor plan and an amazing ocean view. The huge private porch is not only the ideal place...

  • Isle of Palms
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
Landing at Heyward West Ashley - 1 Bedro...

Our brand-new studio, one, two, and three bedroom homes in Charleston, SC, combine Southern appeal with modern flair, creating the ideal backdrop for your life. Walk in to one of our homes and you'll find genuine wood floor, granite countertops, and...

  • Charleston
  • 1 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 2
The Spring | Luxury Retreat w/ Patio

Summary:Step into luxury with our freshly refreshed getaway, a stone's throw from King St. Savor the sophisticated interiors illuminated by natural light from broad windows. This Charleston delight provides 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms with rain...

  • Charleston
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 10
The Cottage at Saint Philip Square, One ...

Welcome to Saint Philip Square, an award-winning collection of historic homes, including The Cottage at 180 Saint Philip Street. This 3-bed, 3-bath standalone home offers privacy, modern comfort, and Charleston’s signature appeal just one block...

  • Charleston
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 7
Radiant Retreat | A Cozy Haven with Ecle...

Permit Number: 06377The Space: Welcome to the Radiant Retreat! This artistic condo located on the second floor of a historic Charleston home offers a attractively curated and designed space for visitors to the Holy City. Head upstairs to the main...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
2 Bedroom - Renovated - Great Location!

Feel the timeless appeal of Charleston’s historic peninsula, the Holy City. Stay just mins. from MUSC, the College of Charleston, and the vibrant shopping, dining, and nightlife of King Street. From this ideally located downtown home, you’ll be...

  • Charleston
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4

Charleston Tours & Activities

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Hooley Island.

Huckfin Charters

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$600.00 - $1,500.00

An exclusive floating island boat experience! ___________________________________ About Looking for an exclusive island boat experience? Our one of a kind floating island boat located in the Folly River is for you. A private boat will shuttle...

Sunset Cruise

Cornerstone Charter

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$300.00

duration: 2 cancellation_summary: Cancellations within 24 hours will be refunded 50%. Customers who do not show up for their trip will not be issued a refund. meeting_point: Wappoo Cut Boat Ramp group_size: 6 description: End the day with a private...

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Greenville Bike & Tri Co.

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$250.00 - $525.00

duration: 5 Days meeting_point: Greenville Bike & Tri pricing: - description: Rates **Two Day Rental (Hybrid, Electric, Road, Kids):** $120 Duration 56 Hours About Cruise around town on a comfortable Specialized hybrid bike equipped with...

Combo: Magnolia Plantation & Harbor Tour
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$65.00 - $125.00

duration: 4.5 Hours meeting_point: Charleston, SC pricing: description: **Charleston Harbor Tour** Aboard the classic, 80-foot Carolina Belle, cruise the scenic Charleston Harbor while hearing fascinating local stories and seeing more than 75...

Full Moon Boat Tour

Flipper Finders

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$50.00 - $700.00

The Full Moon rise can be extremely spectacular near Morris Island. Duration 2 hours About This tour heads to Morris Island in time for the sunset and then sticks around for the moon to rise over the ocean. Along the way, we look for...

Downtown Greenville Tour

Greenville History Tours

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$20.00

A great overview of Greenville's past, present and future developments Duration 1 Hour About Whether you’re a visitor, newcomer, or a local who just wants to know more about the city, this tour is for you as we explore downtown’s...

Daily Tritoon Rentals  -- Lake Keowee / Mile Creek Park

Endless Adventures Jet Ski Rentals Lake Keowee

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$495.00

*Kayak Rentals* ___________________________________ About All daily kayak rentals are available for pick up at Mile Creek Landing. If you would like them delivered we can do so with a delivery fee. All kayaks will be delivered **directly to...

Tennis Clinic - Future Stars Clinic (Ages 12 to 16)

Future Stars Clinic *Ages 12-16* This clinic is for young intermediate players. The clinic meets daily from 9:00-11:00 a.m. Cost $62 per session ***World of Hyatt points do not apply to bookings made through FareHarbor.***

Private 90 minute Dolphin Tour

Folly Beach Dolphin Tour

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$250.00

duration: 90 Minutes meeting_point: Folly Beach min_age: 2 description: Join us as we cruise the waters of Charleston SC. We will see historic forts, homes, yachts, shrimp boats and ocean going ships as we keep our eyes peeled for some of our 300...

Falls Park Walking Tour

Greenville History Tours

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$25.00

A great overview of Greenville's past, present and future developments Duration 1 Hour About Are you visiting or new to Greenville? This tour is geared toward you to get a great introduction and overview of Greenville. On this tour you’ll...

Full Moon Tour

Charleston SUP Safaris

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$40.00 - $50.00

Full Moon Tour Duration 2 hours About - Discover the best place in the world to see the sunset! We’ll head out at dusk to position ourselves in the ideal spot to catch a picture perfect sunset. Leave all your worries behind on this...

Charleston, SC

Charleston is a historic port city on the South Carolina coast, known for its cobblestone streets, antebellum architecture, and vibrant culinary scene.

Founded in 1670, Charleston offers a rich blend of Southern charm and coastal beauty. Visitors can explore the city's well-preserved historic district, take a carriage ride past colorful homes, or tour landmarks like Fort Sumter, where the first shots of the Civil War were fired. The city also boasts a thriving food scene, waterfront parks, art galleries, and easy access to nearby barrier islands like Sullivan's Island, Folly Beach, and Isle of Palms.

Charleston offers a wide range of lodging, including historic inns, boutique hotels, and vacation rental homes in both the city and on surrounding beaches. Whether you're dining on Lowcountry cuisine, relaxing on the sand, or walking beneath the oaks at a plantation garden, Charleston combines history, hospitality, and coastal charm to create a uniquely Southern vacation experience.

South Carolina's oldest city is arguably also one of its most charming, inviting, and altogether purely fun. A collection of historic structures that pre-date the birth of America, opulent gardens and mansions open to the public, and some of the best shopping, dining, and lodging options in the southeast, it's easy to see why this ancient southern town is one of the most popular tourism destinations in the state.

Charleston SC

In return, Charleston welcomes visitors with arms wide open. The term "southern hospitality" was seemingly designed for this area, as the city has earned the reputation of being one of the most hospitable destinations in the country - a reputation that was cemented by recent accolades in Travel + Leisure magazine, naming it "America's Most Friendly [City],"and Southern Living magazine, which honored Charleston as "the most polite and hospitable city in America."

Charleston SC

Certainly, visitors are welcome to come and experience the city for its friendly nature, slightly-coastal vibe, and blocks upon blocks of world renowned restaurants and boutiques, but the big attraction in this city is the abundant history that can be found, quite literally, around every street corner. Hundreds of buildings in the historic downtown and Lowcountry outskirts have been deemed a national historical landmark, and with quiet streets that are flanked with towering Palmettos - (the city and the state's signature tree) - and centuries-old live oaks, an impromptu stroll can easily turn into a detailed tour of some of the East Coast's most historic, and altogether beautiful, famed national and regional sites.

Charleston SC

In Charleston, a rich history, phenomenal collection of architecture, and a unique southern style all combine to make this major city one of the premier tourist destinations in the south. Easily enjoyed by visitors of all interests and from all regions, Charleston should rank at the top on any travelers list of beautiful places to see in the southern United States.

Charleston SC

The city of Charleston began in 1670, as the English Colony of "Charles Town," named after and founded by King Charles II of Great Britain. The colony was an end result of English expeditions to this region of the New World that began in 1663, and cumulated in 1670 with the establishment of a new settlement.

Charleston SC

As the southernmost colony in the country at the time, this newly established community was subject to a number of potential attacks. Spain, France, and the suddenly displaced Native Americans were all threats to Charles Town, and forts and arsenals, (some of which are still standing), were quickly constructed to protect the small new population.

Charleston SC

However, despite this veritable range of threats from the get go, the new settlement was quickly and perpetually a resounding success. The site of Charleston or "Charles Town," bordering the Ashley and Cooper Rivers and located just several miles away from the barrier islands along the Atlantic Ocean, made it a prime locale for a shipping industry to thrive. In addition, the humid Lowcountry terrain that surrounded the area proved to be very fruitful for agricultural ventures, and within a few decades of its initial establishment, Charleston was churning out tons of Indigo and rice to export to ports all over the world. In fact, by the mid-18th century, it's estimated that nearly half the nation's rice was grown and shipped from the now major city of Charleston.

Charleston SC

During its early establishment and expansion, the city also became well known for its diverse group of residents - a distinction which would lead to some of the oldest churches, chapels and synagogues in the country. In Charleston, French Huguenots, Jews, Catholics, and other denominations could all escape religious persecution and live in peace, and as a result, a number of some of the oldest structures and congregations related to each religion in America can be found within the historic downtown city blocks.

Charleston SC

Of course, despite this relative prosperity and religious freedom, Charleston was not without its flaws. Slavery was at the backbone of this thriving industry, and the city had some of the largest plantations in the states, (with some of the highest numbers of slaves per property.) The majority of current sites and attractions like the Rice Museum or the Magnolia Plantation have special exhibits on this dark but clearly accurate chapter of Charleston's history, and a number of testaments to this forced lifestyle - like some of the oldest slave cabins in the south - can still be found in and around the city.

Charleston SC

Also, while Charleston was a hero during the American Revolution, and a wealthy and beautiful landmark during the antebellum period, it would became a shamed and occupied city during the Civil War, with Union troops marching in and overtaking the Southern stronghold in its entirety in 1865. A great fire and massive hurricanes would follow, destroying a number of the original landmarks, but thankfully not all of them, and today visitors can stroll through the small streets and find literally dozens of buildings that pre-date this tumultuous period.

Charleston SC

Today, Charleston is a friendly and diverse town that is chock-full of restaurants, antiques, historical attractions, golf courses, art galleries, farmer's markets, expansive gardens, and virtually anything a traveler would need to stay entertained.

Charleston SC

The dining scene alone in the city is staggering, with over 700 restaurants in the city and surrounding regions to explore. Ranging from French bistros to easy-going BBQ joints and delis, virtually every palette and appetite can be accommodated in this southern city. Fresh seafood is almost always on the menu, as the water-locked region, that's close to both the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, is well-known for having some of the freshest SC shrimp, crabs, and fish available.

Charleston SC

Boutiques, galleries, and shopping centers are always in season, as are the wide range of golf courses that inspire visitors to play at their best among some of the most gorgeous landscapes along the coastline. History buffs will want to look into the large number of tours available via a number of mediums, like narrated bus rides or romantic horse and buggy strolls through the historic downtown, and everyone will enjoy the fantastic seasonal celebrations that have become a hallmark of the city, like the yearly Seafood Festival or Charleston's own Oktoberfest.

Charleston SC

For accommodations, the city has a sprawling range of nationally-recognized chain hotels, however, most folks find the best places to stay are the intimate inns, bed and breakfasts, and individually rented condos or homes that can be found scattered throughout the downtown area. Appropriately priced, luxurious, and close to all the action, visiting groups of all sizes - from couples to large families - can easily find plenty of inviting room in this southern city during any time of year.

Charleston SC

Perhaps best of all, there is no "off-season" in Charleston - the city is always wide open and accommodating for guests throughout the year, with a warm climate that will shake off the winter blues or infuse a summer vacation with an added dose of fun and southern style.

Charleston SC

Easily one of the most historically grand cities in the south, Charleston is a stunning destination that is sure to leave visitors smiling. Warm, hospitable, history-rich, and simply beautiful, this southern city is always worthy of exploration, and is always ready to wow newcomers with its deep-seated legacy, incredible modern amenities, and world renowned southern hospitality and downhome charm.

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