Stop to play on Myrtle Beach, S.C.'s 60 miles of beaches or on its challenging golf courses. The city also offers deep-sea fishing,scuba diving and kayaking opportunities. Take the kids to Ripley's Aquarium or the Children's Museum. You can be adventurous in dining--the Myrtle Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau lists more than a dozen types of ethnic cuisine available at local restaurants, along with the conventional choices. If you're planning to spend the night, the city offers a variety of beachfront lodging.
Charleston is a stop for anyone interested in United States history. Visit the pre-Revolutionary War Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, and Boone Hall Plantation, which has one of the world's longest oak-lined avenues, according to the Charleston Area Visitor and Convention Bureau. Both are open to the public. Historic buildings within and near the city date back to the Revolutionary War. Charleston has pristine beachfront property, as well as golf courses. Kids will enjoy the South Carolina Aquarium.
Located in south Georgia, Savannah is known for its quaint Southern charm. Savannah's City Market is a popular attraction, comprising a four-block shopping district that brings together artists, farmers and entertainers.
Explore the Oatland Island Wildlife Center, Old Fort Jackson and the Fort Pulaski National Monument. Scare yourself silly on one of Savannah's ghost tours, which might include a stop at one of its centuries-old cemeteries, according to Visit Savannah, the tourism bureau. The city's dining includes television chef Paula Deen's iconic restaurant, The Lady and Sons.
Jacksonville, Fla., is known for its beaches and wildlife. Stop in at the Jacksonville Maritime Museum, which houses naval artifacts, ship models and historical manuscripts. Walk on the wild side at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to see its 1,400 animals and more than 1,000 unique plant species. With the 46,000-acre Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve, Jacksonville has the largest urban parks system in the country, according to Visit Jacksonville, the city's tourism agency.
