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Charleston's arts scene in the fall has something for any cultural craving.
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Charleston's arts scene in the fall has something for any cultural craving.
Any Charleston-area resident is used to fielding the same question friends and relatives bound for the Lowcountry: "I'm coming for a weekend visit. What should I do?"
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.
In these unprecedented times, it helps to reconnect with nature. Thankfully, the South Carolina coast has been highlighted by conversationalists and naturalists who have made this beautiful landscape accessible to the public for little to no …
We've narrowed down the Lowcountry's can't-miss attractions by order of a car trip.Â
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?
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.
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.
Featured here are the happenings in Avondale, a quaint Y-shaped commercial hub in West Ashley.
Featured here are the happenings in Avondale, a quaint Y-shaped commercial hub in West Ashley.
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…
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.
North Charleston, the state's third largest city, has something for everyone.Â
To the west of Charleston, a chain of islands offer a laid-back lifestyle and a range of outdoor activities in a quickly developing area.Â
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.
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.
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.
Food writer Dave Infante checks out four breweries in Charleston.Â
Editor's note: In honor of Charleston's 350th anniversary, we are reprinting some of our favorite stories on the history of Charleston foodways and dining. This was published in 2017.Â
Restaurants are the very first type of environment specified for mandatory masking-up in the emergency ordinance passed last week by Charleston City Council.
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.Â
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
The fringe of the Charleston metropolitan area features a semi-circle of rural towns, such as McClellanville, Moncks Corner and Edisto Island perfect for a day-long escape.
It’s not the full experience due to the coronavirus pandemic. But you are allowed outside.
Andrew Miller argues that the Lowcountry doesn't come up short when it comes to spectator sports.
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.
