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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

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

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

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 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

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

I'm looking for a nice, but moderately priced beach hotel near Charleston SC. Has anybody had a really good experience at a Charleston-area beach resort or hotel?
posted by 0110 around Charleston, SC at 5:16 AM - 7 answers

Can't take the cold Northeast and wonder if Charleston would work? My husband and I recently moved from Los Angeles to the Eastern shore of Ct. for a variety of reasons mainly cost of living and seeking a closer knit community. Now that we have experienced a cold winter ( it's just starting!) we see that it isn't for us. Weather is a big deal and we thought we could handle it but the being stuck indoors, the layers of clothes, the desire to hibernate are all getting to us pretty quick. [more inside]
posted by privatechef around Charleston, SC at 5:22 AM - 27 answers

I will be in Charleston, South Carolina on Thanksgiving Day as a tourist. I am a vegetarian. Help. [more inside]
posted by something something around Charleston, SC at 11:57 AM - 7 answers

Charleston must sees and must dos? [more inside]
posted by aimeedee around Charleston, SC at 6:48 PM - 15 answers

Let's say you're looking for a band to play at a conference for 500 river and watershed activists in Charleston, South Carolina in June. Let's also say you're doing this from Portland, Oregon and know next to nothing about the music scene in that beautiful coastal city. Finally, let's say that your fellow staff members have barred you from booking another bluegrass band ever again, yet this isn't exactly a Top 40/cover band crowd. What's a soul to do?
posted by vverse23 around Charleston, SC at 1:37 PM - 21 answers

What are your recommendations for a young couple spending a week in Charleston, SC? We are in our late 20s-early 30s, and enjoy historic sites, museums, good restaurants, shopping, etc. We are definitely more urban vacationers, and not so much into beaches, nature walks, or parties. [more inside]
posted by anonymous around Charleston, SC at 12:08 PM - 10 answers

Traveling to the Charleston, SC area at the end of July. Looking for recommendations on local things to see and do. [more inside]
posted by Breo around Charleston, SC at 6:22 PM - 12 answers

Parking in Charleston, SC, overnight. Where can I park safely in downtown Charleston overnight on a weekend (tonight)? Must be within walking distance of the various bar districts.
posted by sandmanwv around Charleston, SC at 10:29 AM - 1 answer