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Explore Historic Charleston

Explore Historic Charleston

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Always ranked very high on any list of the world’s best cities to visit (“Top 10” of Travel and Leisure’s 2018 list), Charleston has much to offer you when you visit. You will feel comfortable walking about, browsing the shops and enjoying the local cuisine, beaches and golf courses. Here are some of my favorite things to do:

  • Walk about the beautifully preserved historic area and waterfront
  • Enjoy the quiet of an early morning saunter
  • Contemplate Charleston’s history as you visit Fort Sumter
  • Tour the preserved mansions and gardens
  • Stroll the cobblestone streets
  • Admire the many beautiful flower boxes
  • Gaze at the narrow passageways between homes
  • Marvel at the beautiful gardens, fountains
  • Take a horse-drawn carriage tour
  • Feel the history
  • Dine at local restaurants (Magnolia’s and Eli’s Table are my favorites)
  • Visit any time of the year, as Charleston is a feast for all seasons

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Explore Coastal South Carolina

Explore Coastal South Carolina

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When you visit Charleston,  plan time to explore the gorgeous nearby coastal area and discover your own special places. Soak up the atmosphere, enjoy the beach, golf and local cuisine. Indulge yourself.

Discover the Myrtle Beach area

  • Wander about Brookgreen Gardens
  • Stroll the boardwalk
  • Savor seafood specialties at the many restaurants along the boardwalk
  • Dine at Villa Romana Italian Restaurant
  • Check out the Amusement Park and Ripley’s Believe It or Not
  • Walk the beautiful beach

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Myrtle Beach, SC ~ Photos

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Favorite Charleston SC Barrier Islands

Favorite Charleston SC Barrier Islands

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Let’s journey to some favorite beach spots ~ coastal South Carolina. The Charleston barrier islands are beautiful and each has its own pleasures. When you visit the area, spend a day or longer exploring Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island and Kiawah. Enjoy the photos …

Isle of Palms

The Beach, the Beach, the Beach! Yes, it is that gorgeous.

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Hilton Head Beach, SC ~ Photos

Hilton Head Beach, SC ~ Photos

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Explore Coastal South Carolina

Favorite Charleston SC Barrier Islands

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Myrtle Beach, SC ~ Photos

Myrtle Beach, SC ~ Photos

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Brookgreen Gardens, South Carolina ~ Photos

Favorite Charleston SC Barrier Islands

Explore Coastal South Carolina

Brookgreen Gardens, South Carolina ~ Photos

Brookgreen Gardens, South Carolina ~ Photos

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If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need.                              Marcus Tullius Cicero

 

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The Sea ~ Photos

The Sea ~ Photos

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The Sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.                        Jacques-Yves Cousteau’

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We are tied to the ocean. And when we go back to the sea, whether it is to sail or to watch – we are going back from whence we came.                    John F. Kennedy

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Road Trip: Pacifica, California to Northern Oregon Coast

Road Trip: Pacifica, California to Northern Oregon Coast

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I recently posted about my trip from Western Washington to LA, with links to photos of the spectacular coast from San Francisco to LA Road Trip ~ Western Washington to Los Angles

My initial plan was to take the Interstate (I-5) to Washington. Instead, as I love the coast, I returned to Pacifica from Los Angeles via highway 1 and from there took highway 101 north.

If you have the time, take highway 1 north thru California and explore the many small towns. The scenery is spectacular and it is a not to be missed trip.

As I have already made that incredible drive, I opted to try a new route: north on highway 101. I had read about the incredible redwood trees and decided to drive via the Avenue of the Giants in Humboldt Redwood State Park, on old highway 101.

Avenue of the Giants

Take the 31 mile detour which parallels highway 101. There are numerous places to stop, have a picnic, go hiking and explore this magical area. Walk among these majestic trees and feel their beauty. Sense the quietness of the forest.  Ave of the Giants, Northern CA ~ Photos

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