| Rich with history, dense with beauty, and | | | | forgetting about where you're not (the |
| brimming with beach-themed activities, | | | | cubicle, the office, the dry cleaner's...). |
| Charleston, South Carolina and its | | | | Birds and alligators have a way of taking you |
| surrounding area is a worthwhile destination | | | | to a whole new level of consciousness, and |
| for anyone in the mood for a sunny, | | | | that'll be a very good thing. |
| southern-tinged, and relaxing vacation. | | | | |
| Whether you settle down in the city or on the | | | | If you like to fish, there are plenty of |
| beach, you'll be happy to call this blessed | | | | places to charter a boat for a day of reeling |
| bit of land your temporary home. | | | | in a few great catches. Head out into the |
| | | | open sea or stick to shore in a canoe; either |
| The weather is fine and dandy year-round and | | | | way you'll feel happy to be alive. Catch a |
| there is much to do that will allow you to | | | | whopper, watch the experts do their thing, |
| take advantage of this. Most people do end up | | | | learn to sail, or even choose to step onboard |
| coming for the summer, though, when the beach | | | | a dinner cruise where you'll be treated to a |
| is at its best and it feels most appropriate | | | | fresh meal while you watch the sun go down. |
| to let responsibilities fade into the | | | | Boating is a way of living here, so be sure |
| background for a few precious days. Follow | | | | to bring your sea legs. |
| the city folk to a place where swimming, | | | | |
| shopping, and eating seafood take first | | | | A sillier water activity involves heading to |
| priority and forget all about less important | | | | the area water park for some slipping and |
| things. | | | | sliding, and there's always time for some |
| | | | old-fashioned playing around on the beach. |
| You've heard it's historic, but what exactly | | | | Build a sand castle or roll up your shorts |
| will you see in Charleston? Homes that are | | | | and go for a wade, as long as you take |
| hundreds of years old, preserved plantations, | | | | advantage of this time on the ocean you'll |
| churches, museums and a general atmosphere of | | | | feel that your vacation has been complete. |
| charm and hospitality will greet you around | | | | Sand and surf aren't available every day, |
| every corner of your downtown adventure. Take | | | | remember. |
| a guided tour of a rice field, the crop | | | | |
| responsible for making this city successful, | | | | Charleston is known for much more than all of |
| and keep your eyes open for the wildlife that | | | | this, including dining options, culinary |
| inhabits the abandoned gardens today. | | | | classes, and special events and festivals. |
| | | | Shop for souvenirs, look at local art, catch |
| Also on dry land you'll find tons of tennis | | | | a movie or a show, or take a day trip to a |
| courts, golf courses, and bike paths. Rent a | | | | nearby resort area. You and your traveling |
| cycle and cross the longest cable-stayed | | | | companions will be as busy as you want, or |
| bridge on the continent (don't worry, it's | | | | more importantly, as busy as you don't want. |
| easier than it sounds) or hop on a horse and | | | | |
| take a trail ride through a picturesque park. | | | | A smart option in this region would be to |
| If these activities tire you out, book a spa | | | | rent a vacation home to ensure your days and |
| treatment and get pampered, or burn off some | | | | nights are cozy and comfortable, making it |
| steam by going for a walk or a run along the | | | | easy to fit in a nap or a game of cards |
| beach. Mother Nature is a friendly figure in | | | | without dreading a return to your boxy hotel |
| Charleston, so get out and enjoy her riches. | | | | room. Charleston SC Vacation Rentals come |
| | | | in all shapes and sizes, so you're sure to |
| On the water, there's perhaps even more to | | | | find the ultimate complement to your planned |
| keep you busy and to reconnect you to the | | | | trip somewhere along the coast or in the city |
| natural world. No experience is necessary to | | | | area. Go online to start looking today, and |
| rent a kayak and head out for a one-of-a-kind | | | | prepare to enjoy your upcoming vacation. |
| tour of the Carolina coastline, where you'll | | | | |
| likely encounter dolphins, osprey, and river | | | | Visit to check out all the vacation rental |
| otter. Whether guided or not, as you explore | | | | listings that have the potential to maximize |
| the waters of the barrier islands you'll | | | | the possibilities during your next trip. |
| learn something about where you are while | | | | |