Since moving here a few months ago, on Sundays I usually play tourist. Read morePlaying tourist in your own town
Lowcountry favorites
In 2021, actor AJ Buckley and his family made the decision to move across the country from California and make Charleston their home.
Dining and Entertainment
In the past few years, Charleston has gathered some serious operatic pipes. Read moreCharleston's opera scene is at pitch-level
The Gibbes Museum of Art is recognized as among the oldest arts organizations in the United States. Read moreCharleston is home to one of the oldest arts organizations in the country
A Q&A with local restaurant owner, Ben D'Allesandro. Read moreA local restauranteur's take on Charleston's thriving dining scene
Charleston is a place to explore new types of cuisine, but there are a handful of iconic dishes that should not be missed. In between bites of… Read moreCharleston is home to iconic restaurants, destinations where food and drink collide
Christine England of Lowcountry Eat Out shares her picks for five happy hours that offer more bang for your buck. Read moreFor the love of happy hour
College kids, young professionals and, yes, some tourists, of course, can meander to discover a conglomeration of bars with live music, delici… Read moreUpper King Street still boasts the Charleston area's most robust nightlife
Lifestyle and recreation
Dependable, trustworthy, loyal and non-judgmental — these are just some of the characteristics of a best friend. And if you are a dog owner, t… Read moreA guide to dog-friendly adventures around Charleston
In Charleston, pets are family and dogs are king. Read moreCharleston has gone to the dogs (in all the best ways)
The phrase “health and wellness” could lend itself to many interpretations. Charleston has a lot to offer however you define it. Read moreCharleston medical, recreational options promote health and wellness
The Medical University of South Carolina is the state's only comprehensive academic health system, and is home to 25,000 students, staff, facu… Read moreMUSC actively leading into the future of health care
Whether you enjoy fishing, birdwatching, nature viewing, paddling, boating, or just beach combing, make the time to connect with friends and f… Read moreThere's more to fishing
The British Car Club of Charleston sponsors monthly group drives for our members to enjoy their classic cars, spend time with fellow British C… Read moreFinding community through cars
You might accuse me of oversimplification, but I wish to assert that, essentially, the waters around Charleston provide habitat for four kinds… Read moreCharleston's four kinds of boaters and the differences between them
There are endless opportunities for kids to stay active through youth sports in the Charleston area. Read moreJust for Kids: Staying active is the name of the game
Window boxes are found all over Charleston and are convenient ways for people to grow gardens if they lack yard or courtyard space. Read moreWindow boxes add to Charleston's charm and are easy enough for beginning gardeners
Business and real estate
Counties along coastal South Carolina still have about half of all home sales in the state, but the pace has slowed from last year's frenetic … Read moreCoastal counties still make up nearly half of all SC home sales
Once a strictly residential area, the neighborhood of Cannonborough-Elliotborough is now packed with locally-owned boutiques offering niche sh… Read moreLocal boutiques and brands flourish in the Holy City
As a transplant from the mid-Atlantic, I like nothing more than to introduce my friends in New York and New Jersey to the charm and beauty of … Read moreSpread Charleston charm with gifts shopped from locally owned stores
"Retail follow rooftops," goes the longtime real estate maxim. Read moreCharleston's professional services sector snaps back from COVID downturn
The Charleston Metro Chamber is rallying businesses, communities and governments to ensure attainable housing for all. Read moreAttainable housing for all
Charleston is always going to be a city where people want to visit, tour and call home. We were in high demand before the pandemic and will be… Read moreGreat migration and pricing fluctuations
