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Charleston's arts scene in the fall has something for any cultural craving.
Live music is a staple of Charleston’s nightlife scene, so you won’t have a hard time finding your groove out on the town. There’s a healthy mix of small clubs mostly dedicated to budding artists around the region and larger venues that book …
If you had just a couple of days in town to explore Charleston's cultural landscape, it would hard to decide what to do. So much is on offer.
We've narrowed down the Lowcountry's can't-miss attractions by order of a car trip.
Charleston's architectural grandeur has been the subject of countless books and hundreds of articles, but for those unfamiliar with the city, it can be a daunting start.
What do the Yemasee War, American Revolution, the Civil War, the Spanish-American War, World Wars I and II, the Cold War, Vietnam and modern conflict have in common?
Once exploited by plantation owners and timber barons, the natural bounty of the South Carolina coast has since gained the attention of conservationists and naturalists. Take a look around — you might be surprised at what you find.
The Charleston area's plantations showcase the foundations of our nation's history and the Gullah-Geechee culture that influenced the Lowcountry.
Visitors can stroll through majestic gardens, see original slave cabins and admire towering oak trees that have survived the centuries. From carefully manicured grounds to special events for the whole family, each plantation boasts a unique experience.
Whether it's exploring the Lowcountry's history or witnessing its natural wonder, the Charleston area's parks have a range of activities to keep anyone busy. Many combine the region's Colonial past with the beautiful environment that makes it…
Downtown Charleston is the gem that draws visitors and residents alike to stroll the wavy slate and brick sidewalks. At dusk on a spring night when the windows are open, a stroll on Church Street near the Battery lets you listen to people mak…
Featured here are the happenings in Avondale, a quaint Y-shaped commercial hub in West Ashley.
As more and more people move to the Charleston area, the land on which residents work and play is becoming a bit more congested. Depending on who you talk to, this growth is welcomed, while others long for the good old days.
If you're drawn to the suburbs of the Lowcountry, West Ashley might be a good fit for you if you have children but don't exactly have the budget to live in the increasingly expensive town of Mount Pleasant. It is Charleston's largest and olde…
Nightlife is not limited to downtown Charleston.
North Charleston, the state's third largest city, has something for everyone.
Located between the historic Charleston peninsula and the barrier island beaches on Sullivan's Island and Isle of Palms, Mount Pleasant has been one of South Carolina's fastest-growing communities for years.
All it takes is a drive through Summerville to see how special it is. Here are five reasons you should want to live in Summerville:
West Ashley is small enough to get around pretty easily but big enough to keep finding new areas to explore. To give you a head start, here are five places to take advantage of that you might overlook.
Reporter Conner Mitchell shares his picks for the best breweries in Charleston.
There's a lot of novelty and nostalgia in one of America's most historic cities, and the restaurants and bars are no exception. Here's restaurants that will make you feel like a longtime local, even if you're a native.
Here's the ultimate dining guide to the best Charleston restaurants to try.
Here are seven of the nearly 30 breweries in the Charleston area with full food menus.
Golfers, beachcombers and shoppers will find a wide array of offerings at this master-planned seaside retreat, though public access is limited.
Memorial Day is almost here, which means that beach season has officially begun.
So you're tired of it all: the car horns, the gridlock, the desperate hunt for parking, the sand packed with umbrellas and towels, the kids screaming for snacks and souvenirs.
If you are looking for a family beach with a flare for fun, check out the Isle of Palms. Lined by scores of homes, the windswept stretch of sand, originally named Hunting Island and then Long Island, beckons families to the coast year-round.
If you want a seaside setting studded with some of the region's priciest homes shielded by the dunes, Sullivan's Island offers some of the area's widest beaches with close-up views of ships entering and leaving the harbor.
If you are looking for a fun oceanside retreat with a laid-back atmosphere, from tip to tip, Folly Beach, a finger of sand called "The Edge of America," offers everything from soaking up the sun to dancing in the streets.
From tip to tip, this finger of sand called "The Edge of America" offers everything from soaking up the sun to dancing in the streets.
Picture Charleston: the historic churches, colonial architecture, unique restaurants and bustling downtown shops.
Without spending a dime, there are plenty of places simply to hang out and enjoy the scenery and watch people in Charleston.
For first-time visitors or newcomers, it doesn’t take long to realize the Lowcountry has a distinct character of flora that is similar to other historic coastal cities of the Southeast, such as Savannah and New Orleans.
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Andrew Miller argues that the Lowcountry doesn't come up short when it comes to spectator sports.
The great outdoors: In Charleston, there's plenty of reasons to put down the remote and step outside
The dozens of options for quality golfing in the Charleston area are no secret. Neither are the choice spots for fishing.
Sure, Charleston has historic homes and an outrageous restaurant scene. But half the fun of this city is getting on the water.
The dozens of options for quality golfing in the Charleston area are no secret. Neither are the choice spots for fishing.
A knee injury kept Charleston's Shelby Rogers out of the Volvo Car Open this year, but it didn't stop her from extolling the virtues of her hometown tournament.
While some might consider Charleston and the Lowcountry a mid-major sports market, it doesn’t mean the area can’t deliver plenty of value for your money. Charleston has its share of professional sports with three minor league franchises: Char…
When it comes to fishing, there are few places that can compare to the Lowcountry. Along the coast fishermen can tangle with red drum, speckled trout or flounder. Venture 40 miles or so to the Gulf Stream for a shot at sailfish or blue marlin…
