Charleston is a perfect place for a trip to another era. Start off by booking one of its dozens of historic accommodations such as the Planter's Inn. Enjoy a gourmet colonial Charleston dinner at the Circa 1886 restaurant. Sight-seeing at the historical forts, plantations and places of worship will fill many days and provide a glimpse into the American past. Fort Sumter is one of the most-frequented attractions, offering tours to visitors interested in the Civil War.
You can enjoy a cultural vacation in Charleston. The Restoration on King hotel is an accommodation designed with an artistic flair that offers distinctive architecture and contemporary style. Make reservations at Slightly North of Broad for low-country dishes and impressive presentations. Live jazz, bluegrass and blues are among the area's favorites in nightlife attractions. Days spent at the Charleston Stage Company, Gibbes Museum of Art, Charleston Museum and the Spoleto Festival provide a good introduction to the area's culture.
For a slightly more relaxed beach-side vacation, Charleston offers a plenitude of beaches and resorts. Book the Palm's Hotel, on the beach on the Isle of Palms. Try the Charleston Grill or Hyman's Seafood for lunch or dinner for some of the area's best seafood. Miles of beaches and family parks will provide many enjoyable days. Golfers will feel right at home at the golf courses near the beach in Charleston.
During the spring and summer, Charleston becomes a floral mecca with the blooming of magnolia trees and azalea bushes. Book a stay at the Inn at Middleton, a quiet accommodation in the midst of Charleston's natural beauty and gardens. The Inn offers a restaurant that serves low-country plantation food in a wood setting for a scenic dinner. The blooming trees, flowers and White Point Gardens in Battery Park are all attractions for nature-lovers.
