You are in your own little world in Charleston. Called the Holy City because of its many church steeples, Charleston is rich in culture and history. Grand homes, ocean views and great natural beauty make this like no other place. Restaurants are some of the best anywhere. From barbecue to French fare with local seafood everywhere Charleston is a gourmet’s delight. My favorite tourist attraction by far is simply Downtown Charleston. I love just parking my car on a side street and wandering aimlessly at my own pace. If you love absorbing history and daydreaming about what life was like centuries ago, walking through the old streets of Charleston is second-to-none. Taking a guided walking tour is great, but you can glean almost as much knowledge simply by walking slowly, reading plaques on the sides of historic buildings, and even respectfully wandering through the many old cemeteries downtown. You would be amazed how much you can learn just by walking, reading, and taking in your surroundings at a leisurely, Southern pace. There is always something exciting happening in Charleston. The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition, SEWE, is the largest of its kind in the nation. The 3 day event takes place the weekend before Presidents Day and is the largest wildlife exposition in the nation. Enjoy world-class original art, exhibits and interesting presentations and lectures Every Spring the city opens its doors to Spoleto and Piccolo Spoleto. days of Opera, Symphony, Jazz, Art and more are right out your front door. Marion Square hosts art and concerts outdoors. There is something for everyone from Jazz at night to children's programs. Don’t miss aminute! Every three months the French Quarter in the original old city gives art lovers a chance to visit the galleries and mingle with their friends over wine and hors de oeuvres. It’s know as the French Quarter Art Walk. We are always amazed at how many friends we bump into. Boone Hall Plantation, dating from the mid 1700’s, was originally a cotton plantation and is out Highway 17 in Mount Pleasant. It is the home to many events from Bluegrass and the Scottish Highland Games to Civil War reenactment of the battle of Successionville. This battle which took place June 16th, 1862 was the first major union effort to take Charleston. In October the pumpkin patch is open with hayrides plus a haunted house and fun for adults and children. In the Spring strawberries are in season and you can pick a basket full. I have never tasted such sweet berries and it’s easy to get carried away and come home with enough for all your neighbors. Though Charleston may be thought of as good food and beaches we also strive to keep up with fashion. Started in 2007 Charleston Fashion Week is an opportunity for the fashion elite, boutique owners, southern new designers and visitors to celebrate in Marion Square. This downtown venue hosts five days of runway shows modeled after New York’s Bryant Park. Charleston Magazine sponsors this great event. The bridal couture event is hosted by Charleston Weddings. Last year over $4,000 guests attended this wonderful event. Have you ever shopped the Charleston Boutiques? If not you are in for a treat. From Finicky Filly to Bob Ellis shoes nothing compares. Of course if you want what Michelle Obama wears we do have J. Crew and I must admit J. Crew children’s clothes are some of the best in style for small people I have seen. We also have The Gap and Talbot’s and many more. Want some style in your kitchen? We have Williams Sonoma too. Their Saturday food tastes are great. Look out the front door and you will see Jim and Nick’s Barbecue. Now that is good eating. Though Charleston has a “plethora” of barbecue joints. Nick’s with its cheese muffins is one of my favorites. |