Sort by Product Rating |
Sort by Review Date |
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by disartain - Top 100, Jun 17 '01
Pros: Great attraction for the least amount of money. Cons: Mosquitoes.
I have the distinction of living in a small town called Moncks Corner, so named for the nearby Mepkin Abbey, where the Monks still live their quite life. This town is located about 30 miles from Charleston. As small as the town was when I moved here...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by ingridjen , Mar 16 '00
Pros: Historical and a beautiful place Cons: None
You can always tell Spring has arrived in this small town of Pendleton, South Carolina. The dogwood trees are in full bloom, the Jonquills have appeared everywhere. It is truly spring in this historical small community and the residents are busy...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by Susie-34668, - Top 200, Nov 04 '01
Pros: You have to join the Marines. Cons: Stuck there for 13 weeks.
The past 2 days have been some of the proudest for my husband Len and myself. Let me explain.
We left Florida early on Wednesday morning to travel north to Georgia/South Carolina. Our hotel was actually in Georgia, I will write about that...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by UNovelGirl , Oct 06 '00
Pros: Family fun for all ages -- good, clean, old-fashioned fun! Cons: Good, clean, old-fashioned fun is hard to find these days...
Review Topic: Events & Festivals
What better way to celebrate Fall's induction than to revel in the changing faces of Mother Nature while attending an old-fashioned pumpkin festival?
All-American,...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by mooseymoose , Apr 27 '00
Pros: Fruits and Vegetables, U-Pick, Cons: None, okay, their might be gnats.
I know this is not necessarily about travel, but if you are anywhere near Beaufort County in South Carolina, during the months of April through July, Dempsey Farms is a perfect day trip for the fruit and vegetable lover. Dempsey Farms is...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by KaraHoo , Aug 17 '00
Pros: Natural beauty (for now), booming industry Cons: Total disregard for natural beauty, hatred of Yankees
This review is part of the gigantic Hometown Write-Off, hosted by IrishMa4 and featuring some really terrific writers. Be sure to check the web-link at the end of this review for a list of all the contributors, then check out their featured...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by bud41 - Top 500, Feb 18 '02
Pros: not as crowded as Myrtle, more upscale, lovely Cons: traffic increasing, somewhat expensive
I've traveled to the Grand Strand since before I could walk! The Myrtle Beach area is a much different place than when I was a teenager - traffic, entertainment complexes, traffic, zillions of restaurants, traffic, sleazy beach shops, traffic, retired...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by thedragonweyr - Top 1000, Jul 13 '00
Pros: Friendly, Historic, Interesting, Lots To Do Cons: I Couldn't Find Any!
The Chief Dragon in Residence recently had the pleasure of visiting Camden, South Carolina, for the first time. This is a charming town, about 30 minutes from Columbia and a good 300 miles from The Dragon Weyr.
SOUTH CAROLINA, WELCOME TO...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by education1 , Sep 09 '00
Pros: Great Food, Great Views, Cons: Not Cheap, You May Have to Wait
where would you choose to eat? I heard this question on a "Wine and Food" radio program one day while driving in my car. Without hesitation, I answered to myself, "The Sea Captain's House" in Myrtle Beach.
Of course the people on the program...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by thedragonweyr - Top 1000, Jul 15 '00
Pros: Great Eats, Great Art, Great Mechanic, What More Could You Possibly Need? Cons: Zip
Well, I just could not stay away! Actually, I had to return for the day to have some work done, so thought I would use it as an excuse to tell you about three more really neat and interesting things to do in Camden, SC.
CUPS, GREAT COFFEE,...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by kwfrancis , Nov 05 '02
Pros: Nice Southern beach town, close to Charleston. Absolutely fabulous seafood. Cons: The water is not blue.
Isle of Palms
Every summer I like to take a beach vacation in the United States. I grew up near the shore in New Jersey and always loved my time there. Since moving South I have visited beaches along the Georgia and Florida coast....
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by hevinly , Aug 29 '00
Pros: lots to do, very restful Cons: very expensive
Hilton Head Island is THE place to go for a family vacation to get away from all of the commercialism that most beaches are plagued with. There are strict building codes that disallow tall signs and anything that takes away from the beauty of the...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by TSomes - Top 1000, Jan 13 '00
Pros: Warm, friendly and easy access Cons: Hope it doesn't rain
Several years ago my wife and I were looking for a place for spring vacation. Being the great procrastinators most places were booked or we were unable to get airline reservations. A business associate of mine recommended Kiawa Island in South Carolina....
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by whalewatcher - Top 500, Aug 03 '00
Pros: 10+ for tennis or golf, great beaches, good food, superb for biking Cons: traffic on 278 during peak times July/August
Hilton Head has 'class'. Unlike most beach resorts with over commercialized board walks, run of the mill hotel strips and crowded beaches, Hilton Head begs to differ.
I have been visiting Hilton Head for years, at different times of the year...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by magenta321 - Top 500, Apr 23 '00
Pros: Pristine, exquisite, upwardly mobile community, Charleston is close by Cons: Not much of a night-life unless you go to Charleston
A Gated Paradise
I spent two weeks of my vacation on Kiawah Island this past summer. Kiawah seemed to be about a thirty minute drive (I am going by memory and feeling here, I never timed it) from Charleston. Kiawah is an exclusive...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by Cutie_pi - Top 500, Mar 17 '00
Pros: Quiet, low cost of living, light traffic for commuters Cons: Boring, hot, high crime rate, high property taxes
In this, the second installment of the "Cutie Chronicles," I will cover the next leg of our tour of the southeast. For five months (seemed like five years) we resided in Columbia South Carolina - home of the Gamecocks, Hootie and the Blowfish...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by tony_miller , Oct 22 '00
Pros: The kids will love it. Cons: Just about everything else.
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions
Every time we get in the car for any road trip, my wife and two sons yell out "South of the Border! South of the Border!" over and over again. Usually they tire of it...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by hwz1 - Top 50, Apr 06 '00
Pros: Great golf, a lot of other activities, good climate during many different seasons, a little for everyone Cons: Can be expensive, tourists abound during the warmer months
Ah, the annual rites of spring: Opening Day, the NCAA Finals, and The Masters. For golfers, The Masters often signifies the beginning of spring. The flowers begin to bloom, the air warms up, and we begin to hit the links.
One of the best...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by roads-scholar , Jul 01 '05
Pros: Low cost of living, great schools, nearly prefect weather, vibrant arts scene, resurgent downtown. Cons: Conservative mind set, sprawl, might not feel cosmopolitan enough for some people.
Spartanburg might just surprise you. No, Spartanburg is not a genuine vacation destination like Charleston or Savannnah or Washington, DC. Spartanburg might just be the perfect spot to raise a family, open a new business, or retire. Let me tell you ...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by Dutch1Boy , Oct 10 '00
Pros: Great view and pool/beach area Cons: Rooms are dated and in need of renovation
Review Topic: AccommodationsI had to read my confirmation slip a few times to make sure I booked the right hotel, but yes, it was the Hyatt Regency Hilton Head Resort, not the Hilton.
Although Hilton Head is a wonderful destination, a...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by kurt_kurosawa , Jun 10 '00
Pros: Freshness and preparation of individual ingredients in seafood "stew" were outstanding. Cons: Extra spices, instead of being offered on the side, were directly added in great excess. Other ordered items a disappointment.
Reviewed: Steamers Seafood Company, on the pond at Coligny Plaza, (843) 785-2070. Serving 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Appetizers, seafood salads, and sandwiches in the $5 - 8 range. Steaks and seafood entrees, $13 - 28. Raw bar, kids menu. Patio or indoor...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by hauntedhead , Jan 02 '02
Pros: Downtown Greenville, great arts and culture, greenery, shopping, nightlife, restaurants Cons: Overdevelopment, suburban sprawl, high crime areas, traffic, air pollution, litter
Greenville, South Carolina – admit it: you’ve either never heard of this city or only remember it because George W. Bush caught flak for campaigning there at puritanically conservative and potentially racist Bob Jones University. You don’t know a thing...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by irish88 , Oct 14 '00
Pros: a place with a lot of character Cons: none big enough to deter you from checking it out
Review Topic: Overview
Right now I am watching the Clemson vs. Maryland football game on ESPN2, and there is something I just cannot get over. Last week, I was there. I was there—a New England, Boston-based, Yankee girl at...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by lorimartinez , Jan 05 '01
Pros: Beautiful, quiet, charming, relaxing Cons: Aside from the drinking water, nothing I could find
My family & I traveled to Edisto Island, South Carolina this year for a four-day New Year's get away. What a beautiful place!
If you are looking for a quiet, relaxing, and rustic vacation spot, think of Edisto for your next trip. There...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by teskue , Jun 06 '00
Pros: Interesting scenery Cons: Southern hospitality
I must say that I went on vacation in this state because my step daughter was graduating at the beginning of June. She lives in South Carolina. I, myself, do no support the Rebel Flag flying over the state capitol. That said, we can get on with the...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by lorimartinez , Jun 16 '00
Pros: It's kind of a guilty pleasure, the kids will like it Cons: Expensive, tacky, hot almost year round
Located off of Interstate 95, just south of the North/South Carolina border, you will find one of the tackiest places on the eastern seaboard - South of the Border. You will notice, both north & southbound on I95, big billboards warning...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by eliza74 , Jun 28 '01
Pros: Great beaches,nice people,lots of activities Cons: Can be expensive and crowded - especially during the summer months
OK, I'll admit it. I love Hilton Head Island, SC. I know, I know...I've heard it all before - It's one long parade of mini-vans with cartop luggage carriers and license plates that read Ohio, Indiana and other mid-western states. It's filled with senior...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by susidee34 - Top 200, Feb 27 '00
Pros: Sun and sand Cons: It is a quiet town
That is what the sign says as you pass over the bridge on I-17 and enter Folly Beach .... the edge of the America. A small island (connected by marshes and a bridge to Charleston) is quiet and beautiful.
Partially populated by a league of old...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by sdenligner , Aug 31 '00
Pros: beautiful scenery, great gems Cons: a bit crowded in summer
I grew up spending every single one of Thanksgiving in Hilton Head Island, more particlularly in the Sea Pines Plantation (the Island is divided up into plantations).
Where to Stay
When I was younger my parents always rented a...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by blackjackmama3 , Jan 28 '00
Pros: A great vacation spot Cons: traffic has really increased over the years
Hilton Head for Couples did a great job of telling about the island. I too stay at Adventure Inn. Eight years ago, we bought a time share there for $1200 dollars. This is not a deeded property but had 15 years left on a 25 year lease. It was a...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by Kahfess , Sep 15 '00
Pros: Rich in it's own beauty and close to nearby Charleston. Cons: none
Review Topic: Accommodations
Review Topic: Whether traveling on business or pleasure, there’s one stop that is definitely worth making. Summerville is around fifteen minutes inland from beautiful Charleston and lacks...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by lap0530 - Top 1000, Jan 25 '00
Pros: Beautiful Town, Great Restaurants Cons: Not Much Night Life (Could Be a Pro for Some)
Last night I drove through a snow storm from Savannah to Beaufort, South Carolina. Oh, the lengths to which the road warrior must go to get to the job site! While business brought me here this time, I've come and stayed for pleasure as well. Less...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by sawasdee , Sep 09 '00
Pros: Atmosphere, food, coffee Cons: Occasional surly employees
Looking for a relaxed place to spend a few hours in Columbia, SC? Try Cool Beans! on College Street, right by USC's historic Horseshoe.
Formerly known as Cafe Espresso (or Cafe Depresso to some), Cool Beans has since then...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by pianogirl119 , Jul 31 '01
Pros: Huge beach with no commercialism Cons: Expensive
We are about to embark on our 12th visit to Kiawah. We find it a perfect place to take in the ocean and relax, relax, relax. We usually rent a condo. There are many to choose from. We rent our condos and houses through the Kiawah Island Assoc. and...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by PsiQueue , Nov 08 '00
Pros: Heaven on Earth Cons: Heaven will cost a bit more
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions
Review Topic: Sights & AttractionsI fell in love in Hilton Head. Both with my future wife and with the island....
I flew down to the HHI <as it is sometime...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by arky333 , Jan 18 '00
Pros: Golf, Relaxation, Large Quiet Beaches Cons: Very Dark at Night, Pricey Golf
Hilton Head is a nice vacation for couples or a family. There is something for everybody. There are beautiful (very big) beaches, golf, plenty of happy hours and night life, shopping, great food, peace, quiet, and hot sun. What more could you...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by 3rdalarm , May 26 '00
Pros: Relaxing resort community, caters to wide variety of vacation needs Cons: May be too quiet for some, especially young adults
Hilton Head Island is a coastal resort town near Beaufort (I95 to 278). It is situated on the Intercoastal Waterway. My family and I have been vacationing here from Baltimore since I was very young. We have seen many changes on the island, but it...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by Heathyre , Jul 01 '00
Pros: lovely, green, golf, beaches Cons: pricey
Hitons Head Island South Carolina, also know as "Condo Heaven", it will amaze you, thrill you, and get you to spend every dime you have.
Being in beautiful SC gives HH green grass, ocean fresh air and tons of tourism year round....
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by rtreader , May 02 '00
Pros: Fun atmosphere, beautiful, unusual architecture Cons: Long wait!
While staying in Myrtle Beach, we made the obligatory trip to the Hard Rock Cafe for one night of our stay. There were three of us, my husband and I, and our 6 year old daughter. The Hard Rock Cafe at Myrtle Beach is beautiful and unusual. It is the...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by energy15 , Jan 22 '00
Pros: beautiful, tennis, golf, fishing Cons: pricey
Hilton Head island is a great vacation area for any type of family. With professional golf courses, great tennis courts, wonderful beeches, and superb fishing Hilton Head will be one vacation you won't forget.
If you are lucky enough and...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by CJCraft , Jun 10 '00
Pros: "The magnificent Sombrero -- Eiffel Tower of the South." Cons: Everything else...
One of the things I hate the most about my home States is this attraction, which amounts to nothing more than cheap gimmicks to part people from their money. I will not say that it doesn't have anything to offer but you will have to wade through an awful...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by ltringer , Oct 18 '00
Pros: great town and great place to get away for awhile... enjoy the slow pace of life Cons: none
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions
If you will be visiting South Carolina anytime soon, check out Newberry, South Carolina. Newberry is a small town of about 10,000 people. The people of Newberry have recently revitalized...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by abedelia , May 03 '00
Pros: Great little city with a wonderful opera house Cons: Don't get balcony seating--it's the pits.
If you are looking for an overnight trip that's relatively inexpensive, Abbeville, South Carolina is the place to go. If you are within short driving distance, leave early Saturday morning. When you get to Abbeville, park your car in the town square...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by resromine , Mar 17 '00
Pros: Relaxation Cons: Nope, none that I can think of.
If you crave thrills, chills and excitement, look elsewhere. Edisto Island is a quiet family vacation spot not too far from Hilton Head, but worlds away. There aren't any roller coasters, theme parks, cheesy tee-shirt shops, or carnival style food...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by austinblythe , Dec 04 '00
Pros: downtown, the zoo, the arts and cultural scene, variety of cuisines and cultures, bustling big business attitude, city on the move Cons: ugly suburbs, heat, pollution, insane street layout (consult your maps), too many neighborhoods prosperity hasn't quite reached yet
There is a reason that visitors to Britain prefer London over Manchester, and tourists in New York visit the Big Apple more often than Buffalo. In South Carolina, the same holds true for Greenville-Spartanburg over other destinations such as Charleston...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by cmehil , May 30 '00
Pros: great weather Cons: long drive
Three years ago when I first went to Myrtle Beach I was so excited. Sure I have been on beaches before but none quite like this. Just the feeling of being surrounded by a great big ocean seemed so exciting. Plus having my cousins come along made me even...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by soccerkid , May 28 '00
Pros: beaches, historical landmarks Cons: no snow
South Carolina is a very exciting place to go. There are many things to do here. Like beaches and historic Charleston. I live in South Carolina and it has the best climate in the state if you don't like snow. These are some of the things you can...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by hmccaw , Dec 15 '99
Pros: The beauty of the countryside Cons: The high humidity in the summer
I travel this state for the State Government. We have a little of everything from mountains to beaches. Myrtle Beach is one of the most popular vacation spots in the United States. It is located on the East coast. Charleston was voted as the friendliest...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by n8rgrl , Jun 04 '00
Pros: Family-oriented, Clean, Safe, Fun Cons: Can't go often enough
I'll admit that we've been vacationing on Fripp Island for about 10 years now. You might think that returning each year to the same destination would get old, at the least, if not repetitive. But, that has never been the case, even in those years when...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by katiebecck , May 04 '00
Pros: everything - food, service, atmosphere Cons: nothing!
Hilton Head Island is a favorite vacation spot for many people across the United States, and it happens to be where I live. As an inhabitant of the island for several years, I've had plenty of time to discover the fine dining and entertainment in the...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by chris830 , Apr 25 '00
Pros: private, lots of planned activities and amenities Cons: no beach at high tide
Last year we visited Fripp Island, SC for our annual family vacation in July. When I say family vacation, I mean my family of four, my sister's family of five, my parents, and a couple of miscellaneous friends! Therefore, a prerequisite for our...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by AMPeach , Jan 24 '00
Pros: more secluded than myrtle Cons: traffic
Pawley's Island is located just about 20 miles south of myrtle beach but I assure you it shares little in common with the crowded beach scene! Pawley's is a wonderful place to visit or live. My boyfriends parents have retired there and from my four...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by denniskim , Aug 06 '00
Pros: Beach, ocean, golf, nice view, relaxing, things to do. Cons: Ants. Price.
Hi. I don't travel much, but this summer I have done some serious hauling to about 8 states. Here's my expierence in South Carolina on the Isle of Palms.
First, the Isle of Palms is north of Hilton Head, and close to Charleston. We stayed at a...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by hickry , Aug 16 '00
Pros: Other than college and church folk, the rest are very friendly! Cons: Old time southern conservatism
I've lived here in Columbia for 4 years now. I have to say it is the hottest place on earth. I've been in Africa and it's not as hot as it is here! We are a growing city with lots of new churches and schools. So if you are an SUV mom or a...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by stephoo423 , Jan 13 '00
Pros: Beaches, warm weather, bike paths, good for younger kids Cons: Gets boring for older kids, no night life
My family has owned a second home on Hilton Head Island since I was only 10, so I've been going there every summer for 9 years, plus some spring and Christmas breaks. As you can see I've spent a good deal of my teen years on Hilton Head.
For...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by Klerck , Apr 03 '00
Pros: Beauty, History Cons: Heat in the summer
Do you plan on vacationing anytime soon? Well head straight to Charleston, South Carolina, because it's a beautiful city to visit!
Rainbow Row
Rainbow Row is one of the most spectacular sights in Charleston. It is a row of...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by mvestich , Dec 31 '99
Pros: Beautiful Beaches, friendly people, excellent accommodations Cons: Traffic can be rough to deal with
I surprised my lovely wife last month with a week-long trip to Hilton Head Island to celebrate our Anniversary, and it turned out to be one of the best presents I ever gave to her or myself.
The trip was planned on the very short term...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by 4otto , Jul 09 '00
Pros: Great Weekend Getaway Cons: Moderate Expense
When thinking about taking a vacation in South Carolina, most people do not think about the Upstate. Most people travel to the coastal areas, which is fine, but there is more to South Carolina than its coast line. There is exquisite beauty beyond that...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by gas_fumes1 , Feb 25 '00
Pros: Beach, Sights, Pool, Price, Temperature of water Cons: none
Wild Dunes is a community full of houses that people rent for weeks at a time. There is also the real estate agency Dunes Properties which rents the houses cheaper. Wild Dunes is beautiful. It is well within walking distance (150 feet in some places) and...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by Rodneey , Jan 31 '00
Pros: Fun, great for family, things to do, food Cons: traffic, and the Wendy's
Hilton Head Island is a great place to take a vacation for your family. The Island is loaded with things to do, and offers easy access to these places. If your a fan of golf, swimming, boating, fishing, dining, etc., Hilton Head has it. The ocean...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by proxam - Top 500, Nov 20 '01
Pros: Interesting and atmospheric Cons: Hot and sticky
Magnolia Plantation and Gardens
The stately Magnolia Plantation has been in the same family (Drayton) for over three centuries. It is located 10 miles from downtown Charleston on highway 61.
This is the oldest public garden in...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by caroline5177 , Feb 27 '03
Pros: Quiet; reasonably priced; near Charleston Cons: No, the water is not blue!
The Isle of Palms is located to the west of Charleston, South Carolina. It is a small island that is home to the Wild Dunes resort. I have never actually stayed at Wild Dunes, and have no need to.
My husband and I vacation on the Isle of Palms...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by arthurmf , Sep 12 '06
Pros: Great weather, culture, no crime, no traffic, people care. Huge choice of recreation. Cons: Religion ever present, sometimes intolerant.
I moved to Greenville in 1995 from Connecticut. It's hard to get more Yankee than that. In the 11 years I have been here, the area has improved dramatically. I would never go back North. PROS: 1--The weather. It is beautiful here most of the ...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by RLynn777 , Sep 27 '00
Pros: Everything! Cons: Need extra time to see it all!
Review Topic: Overview
Charleston is a definite must for civil war history lovers. Besides the fact that I spent a big part of my childhood there, it is one of the most beautiful spots on the east coast. Downtown Charleston is...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by skypod , Jul 04 '00
Pros: great weather, people, food, and laws Cons: humid summers, hurricanes near the coast
My husband and I left everyone and everything we knew on Long Island, New York, to move to South Carolina last year, because we saw New York clamping-down more and more on people's rights. It also got way too expensive to live there for an average...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by tmarushia , May 25 '00
Pros: Thrill Rides Cons: The Prices and lack of food quality
Hey guys, I just recently took a road trip with some friends to the Carolina's Carowinds, this was an awesome trip. Paramount's Carowinds is one of the most popular family entertainment attractions in the Carolinas. The 100-acre water and theme park...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by fred2 , Aug 24 '00
Pros: Nice atmosphere Cons: kind of pricey
I have been traveling about twice a year for the last three years. One place I keep going back to is Hilton Head, SC.
Hilton Head is an Island that sets off the Coast of South Carolina. A quiet little non commercialized town that...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by NancyLCSW , Nov 29 '99
Pros: Beauty, lots to do, great golf Cons: Pricey
Of all the places I have visited, I love Hilton Head Island the best. The island is a haven from stress. Divided into "plantations" or sections, each plantation has its own specific and unique beauty. My personal favorites are Shipyard,...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by jramick , Mar 30 '00
Pros: Less crowded beaches Cons: There is not a close enough commercial airport
I would go to Hilton Head Island over Florida any day for vacationing. Why? The beaches are beautiful and are less crowded. I stayed in a condo for a week (can't remember which one but they all seemed very nice). We contacted the Hilton Head rental...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by azlt , Apr 01 '01
Pros: one of the best oceanside places Cons: nothing, well...very expensive
I met the New Year's 2001 in Hilton Head. And let me tell you, this island, this community is a terrific getaway, for non beach residents. I stayed in the Westin resort, which is on the beach, near the northeast corner of the island. I could spend days...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by NancyLCSW , Nov 28 '99
Pros: Family oriented, lovely area, relaxing! Cons: Pricey, small pools, beach across a busy street
In the mood for a relaxing family vacation? Pack your bags and head to Disney's Hilton Head Resort. Disney? In South Carolina? Yes! Disney opened this vacation resort less that 5 years ago. It is located in the Shelter Cove Harbor area of the island....
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by gas_fumes , Jul 15 '00
Pros: One of the most beautiful, nice places in the US. Cons: Nothing, absolutely nothing.
Wild Dunes is a resort on the South Carolina coast which rents houses and condos for vacationers. Suffice to say, it is one of the most beautiful and interesting places you will ever visit, and here's why.
First, the best aspect of the South...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by angel83099 , Apr 15 '00
Pros: wonderful towns Cons: none that i could see
If you want to vacation somewhere that is not a "hot-spot" tourist town, then you must go to Upstate South Carolina. The Upstate contains Anderson, Greenville, Pendleton, Clemson, Traveler's Rest, Easley, plus many more that I am forgeting at...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by japage , Dec 26 '99
Pros: No crowds, security, relaxed atmosphere Cons: None
I really hesitate to give a glowing review of Fripp Island for fear too many people will discover it. However, due to the Fripp Island Resort management's philosophy this will not happen. Fripp is a owners and paying guests only island. So there are...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by meadmom , Apr 11 '00
Pros: Easy access everything Cons: A bit pricey
As we drove through the picturesque countryside toward Hilton Head, SC I began to get a feeling of excitement, a beautiful tropical paradise lie just ahead. My four year old daughter eye's were thrilled with the beach in sight. We stayed at the...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by jason_85 , Dec 11 '99
Pros: golf, beach Cons: expensive to fly into HHH (Hilton Head Island Airport)
The South Carolina coast is one of the best beach coasts on the east coast. Its closeness to major airports and the beach the beach the beach makes South Carolina one of the best coasts on the east coast. Also in South Carolina is one of the best golfing...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by AMPeach , Jan 24 '00
Pros: nice beaches Cons: local service
I've been to many beaches and Hilton Head is just not all its cracked up to be!!
I thought that most people there were either really unfriendly and stuck- up or they were totally lazy and would not dare work or move for anything. Service in the...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by fatrabbit , Jan 26 '00
Pros: Beaches and Factory Outlets Cons: Can be very crowded in peak season, Not cheap
Hilton Head Island is a good place to go if you want to get away from it all and relax. The beaches a big and beautiful. The public beaches have a variety of fun items you can rent and enjoy. If you like to shop the area offers many places to do so,...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by gregepin04 , Feb 19 '06
Pros: Peaceful and scenic, lots to do Cons: Can be pricey depending on when you go.
If you are seeking a wonderful beach vacation, go no further south than Hilton Head, SC. The island community has everything. The beaches are clean and the island is easy to navigate. restaurants are plentiful and offer everything from fast food to four ...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by aluvsodalot , Aug 05 '00
Pros: !exciting! Cons: NOTHING
Myrtle Beach, SC is a fantastic family beach. It has so many exciting things to do if you want an exciting vacation, or you can just relax and swim in the ocean. I couldn't name all the things to do if I typed all night long, but we will start with...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by SquiggPak , May 20 '00
Pros: Weather Cons: Having to Leave
This spring and last summer I went down to South Carolina and I loved it. I lived for the time i was their in Florence which is about 1 and 1/2 hour from Myrtle Beach. While their I visit Myrtle Beach which is a very clean and beautiful beach with a...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by Mrtwister73 , Oct 13 '00
Pros: Great everything Cons: There is no cons
Review Topic: Sights & Attractions
Hilton Head was a trip of beauty. We have a house down there and I love going down there. Our house is right by the ocean. It located right next the Hyatt. We traveled in the summer. I...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by usmcwife5954 , Apr 29 '00
Pros: pretty, peaceful Cons: not malls
I am from Indianapolis, Indiana so compared to Beaufort it was a big city. My hubby is the Marines so we have only been to Pensacola, FL and Beaufort. I love this place. If you like historical places this is the place to come to. It has the prettiest...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by BSmith24 - Top 1000, Jan 15 '00
Pros: Relaxing, private, luxurious Cons: expensive, boring for children
My family has vacationed at Kiawah for several years now. This past summer was my first trip to the charming island, located a half-hour from Charleston. We spent a week there in late July--peak season.
Frankly, I was a bit disappointed...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by BRIANWATKINS , Jan 31 '00
Pros: It's the place to relax and play GOLF! Cons: Minutes from all the golf you will ever need!
Dear Reader,
If you are looking for a quite place to go relax or just play golf then Beaufort is the place for you. The best time to visit Beaufort is around July. Beaufort has a fest for about two weeks and there is always things to do. Boat...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by beachblond86 , Nov 24 '00
Pros: beautiful views Cons: traffic
My family and I live in Mt. Pleasant- across the bridge from Downtown and we love it here! We've traveled all over North America and we still think that Charleston is the only one of it's kind! Some of our favorite restaurants are The Roof Top...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by grybow , Jul 06 '01
Pros: All you can eat, well prepared, South Carolina BBQ Cons: Tendency to over eat.
While driving from Atlanta to Charleston, SC via a scenic route, my grandson and I found ourselves looking for a good place to eat. Shortly after noon we were outside Aiken, South Carolina and the home of Dukes BBQ. Many years ago my wife and I had...
Read the full review
|
| Product Rating: |  |
| |  |
|
|
|
by jsweil , Dec 05 '00
Pros: great food, large amount of activities, beautiful beaches Cons: Not cheap
I'm going to describe a vacation spot in the south which is as lovely as can be. I've gone down to Hilton Head for 3 different summers and had a grand time each time. The area is so much fun and lively with so much to do for just about anyone. The...
Read the full review
|
|
|