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I have a milestone birthday coming up right after Christmas. My husband and I are considering a getaway in Charleston, SC the week of December 26. I’ve never been, and he hasn’t visited in a decade or more. I’ve looked at older questions about the area, but am hoping for some more recent information about hotels, restaurants, and our tentative itinerary. [more inside]
posted by little mouth around Charleston, SC at 2:59 PM - 6 answers

Going on vacation there, never spent any time there before. [more inside]
posted by alsoran around Charleston, SC at 8:04 AM - 7 answers

I'm planning a bachelorette trip to Charleston, South Carolina, for a weekend this May. Four of us arrive on Thursday night, including the bride; two of us arrive Friday late morning. Check-out at the Airbnb is 11 am on Sunday and most of us leave town then. I have two questions: one about water activities, and one about nightlife. [more inside]
posted by tasseomance around Charleston, SC at 2:15 PM - 5 answers

What are some covid-safe (outdoors, not large groups) things to do in Charleston, SC? [more inside]
posted by mr_bovis around Charleston, SC at 9:27 PM - 8 answers

We got tired of New England mediocre winter and booked a last minute cheap trip to Myrtle Beach for the first week of March. It's the offseason. What should we do? [more inside]
posted by olinerd around Myrtle Beach, SC at 10:04 AM - 13 answers

Looking to go somewhere within driving distance of Richmond VA, Dec 26-30. Leaning towards Charleston SC. Will be my wife and I and two adult kids. Looking at rental houses / apartments in downtown area. Are there any particular areas would should aim for , or avoid? Also, feel free to share your must not miss things to do or places to eat / drink in Charleston.
posted by COD around Charleston, SC at 6:25 PM - 4 answers

I’m visiting family in Florence, SC and staying in a hotel nearish to the Civic Center. I don’t drive and rarely travel alone so I’m a tiny bit anxious about being trapped in a strange place when I’m used to being able to walk or hop on a train and do whatever I want. [more inside]
posted by mokeydraws around Florence, SC at 11:01 AM - 2 answers

In a few weeks my raggedy crew is making our annual pilgrimage to Charleston to celebrate our friend's birthday. This year we've coalesced around the idea of adding a "pamper day" to our routine and it's fallen on me to plan. The problem: we're a granola group that's better versed in setting up tents than scheduling spa treatments. Can you help me plan an awesome pamper day? Snowflakes inside. [more inside]
posted by matrixclown around Charleston, SC at 1:20 PM - 3 answers

Planning to visit our aunt in S. Carolina (Hilton Head Island) in the Fall (2018) with my little sister and BIL, flying in from the West coast (of Canada). Any events going on in the area around that time that we could piggyback the trip? To take our elderly aunt with? Suggestions on interesting visits in that area? [more inside]
posted by porpoise around Hilton Head Island, SC at 3:23 AM - 2 answers

I'll be moving to Columbia in June. I'd like your opinions about the safest/best parts of town to live in. [more inside]
posted by mr_bovis around Columbia, SC at 12:15 PM - 3 answers

Things to do, places to see, where to eat. We're doing the zoo. What else? [more inside]
posted by rabbitrabbit around Columbia, SC at 9:04 AM - 7 answers

So, a couple of dear friends are going to Charleston the week of April 13-19. They already have a place to stay, but I'm looking for suggestions as to the coolest, most wonderful things to do / eat / see while they are there. [more inside]
posted by PlantGoddess around Charleston, SC at 5:00 AM - 7 answers

I have booked flights to Charleston SC, now I just need...everything else... [more inside]
posted by zara around Charleston, SC at 3:52 PM - 10 answers

My teenage (14) daughter and I are going to a wedding in Charleston. Yay! The wedding is on a Friday, but since school is out for us part of the next week we thought we'd make a vacation of it! So we'll have Saturday through Monday free, leaving on Tuesday. What's good to do with a teenager in and around Charleston, SC? Are there any amusement parks or other cool tourist attractions within say a 3 hour drive of Charleston? Any teen-focuses Charleston-ish recommendations would be appreciated!
posted by vespabelle around Charleston, SC at 9:04 AM - 6 answers

My family and I are trying to pick a spot for a vacation together this winter, and we could use some help finding a spot that will work well for everyone. Desires described below: [more inside]
posted by spindrifter around Central, SC at 3:56 PM - 7 answers

My wife and I are looking to spend an October weekend in Charleston, SC. Any B&B or inn recommendations in the old town/historic parts of the city?
posted by NoMich around Charleston, SC at 6:58 PM - 1 answer

I'm going to be moving to Charleston in August to begin a job at CofC. I'm looking to balance affordability, a reasonable commute, and if possible, a safe, interesting, walkable/bikable neighborhood. Where should I live? Other than Craigslist, where should I be searching for an apartment? [more inside]
posted by dr. boludo around Charleston, SC at 8:16 PM - 1 answer

I'm currently in Guatemala with a friend, and we have another ten weeks until our flight home from Panama City. How should we divide the rest of our time? Which countries should we visit? Specific considerations inside. [more inside]
posted by alon around Central, SC at 7:25 PM - 3 answers

I have a relative who attends USC and lives around the St. Andrews area in Columbia, SC. He has a Toyota that's having some issues. Are there any auto repair places either near the university or around St. Andrews that you could recommend?
posted by inkyroom around Columbia, SC at 6:10 AM - 3 answers

Where should I eat dinner in Charleston SC tonight? I'm staying on the C of C campus. [more inside]
posted by dr. boludo around Charleston, SC at 2:26 PM - 6 answers