West, Fla., in 2010, officials say. starting in May, the Fantasy will sail from a Charleston
passenger terminal to the southern locations on five- to seven-day voyages.
The deal brings not only a favorite and recognized cruise line to Charleston each week, but also
will bost Charleston tourism as more and more vacatiners will combine a cruise with an extended
stay in Charleston.
The Fantasy cruiseline ships, with a 2,056 capacity, will be at home in Charleston's port. Officials
estimate the cruiseline will pump $70 million a year into the local economy.
Gardens resides around the tip of the
penisula. where the Ashley and Cooper
Rivers meet to form the Charleston
Harbor.
The city is also an important port,
boasting the second largest container
seaport on the East Coast and the fourth
largest container seaport in North America.
Charleston, SC - Your Next Family Vacation
By Doug Maxwell
Charleston, SC. is a family vacation destination that has plenty of family fun activities for everyone. There are museums, beaches, naval maritime history, rich civil war history, parks, plantations, and a historical district with a number of tours that include horse drawn carriages, bus, and walking tours.
Much of Charleston's history is located on the peninsula and there are several ways to experience it. On walking tours to carriage rides, the Charleston tour guides are well trained and very knowledgeable about the history of the city and region. With so much history to see one tour may not be enough.
Take a boat ride out to Fort Sumter and on the way you will see fabulous homes, dolphins in the harbor and you'll pass by the spot on the Battery where in 1861 Gen. Beauregard watched as the first shot was fired in the Civil War. You will visit the island where the Confederate soldiers held out for 27 months before surrendering.
Charleston's historic homes are a great attraction and there are several ways to enjoy them. Take a carriage ride down 300-year old streets through Charleston's historic neighborhoods and listen to the clippity clop on the pavement as the horse drawn carriage makes its way down Charleston's historic and charming avenues. Your tour guide is familiar with the history and family of each home and shares this with you during your tour.
If you want to learn more about Charleston you may want to consider a walking tour. A walking tour is normally two hours in length and the experience is remarkably different. Old Charleston Walking Tours has several walking tours in Charleston. One of the favorites is about Charleston's haunting legends and tales on this walking tour through Charleston's historic district. This tour is filled with stories of ghosts and haunted inns and assorted other stories from Charleston's haunted past.
A must visit is to Patriots Point. The Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum opened on October 13th, the birthday of the United States Navy, when the USS Yorktown was opened to the public as a museum and the Patriots Point mission was underway. Patriots Point has become one of the largest museums of its kind in the world with the addition of other ships such as the destroyer USS Laffey, USS Clamagore and the USCGC Ingham. Also is the Cold War Submarine Memorial and the Congressional Medal of Honor Museum.
To experience the Charm of Charleston, plantation tours are a great way. With about a thirty minute drive you will want to give yourself a few hours to enjoy them. A great choice is Middleton Place, which also has a restaurant and an inn. This makes for a great place to stay if only visiting for a short time and then driving into Charleston the next day.
Location is everything while staying in Charleston, and there are many choices from B&B's, beachside rentals and modestly priced motels. To plan for your lodging needs visit here and you will find some lodging that will fit your budget.
In the evening you can have dinner at one of Charleston's many excellent restaurants. You will find one for every budget and taste. For some advance planning recommendations check out Charleston's Fine Dining.
It's all here waiting for you, so make your plans and pack your bags!
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of luxury hotels, hotel chains, inns, and bed and breakfasts and a
large number of award-winning restaurants and quality shopping.
The city is well-known for its streets lined with grand live oaks
draped with Spanish moss. Along the waterfront in an area known as
Rainbow Row are many beautiful and historic pastel-colored homes.
luxury resort in South
Carolina. Know for it's
sparkling beaches
and world famous
golf course the Ocean
Course
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The area enjoys an active business atmosphere with many local
companies receiving national acclaim such as Blackbaud.The
ease sometimes only minutes away for most young professionals
residents and visitors alike. With local beaches, saltwater rivers,
marshland and preserved green space Charleston has the
relaxed country feel while maintaining a vibrant nightlife after
hours in the Downtown district.
Charleston is festival central as March and April months kick into high gear. First up is the annual Kids fair at
the Gaillard Auditorum where all kids are welcome and have a blast, the party starts at 11 a/m and continues
on til 5 p.m.KidsFair
When: Sun., March 14
Phone: (843) 568-4450 (843) 568-4450
Price: $1
The Festival geared toward children 3-12 years of age. The Gaillard Auditorium and grounds are converted
into a children’s fair with over 95 exhibits including local businesses and nonprofit agencies. KidsFair is
centered on promoting a safe environment, healthy lifestyles, and family friendly activities. Hosted by
Charleston Jewish Community Center and City of Charleston.
Gaillard Municipal Auditorium
77 Calhoun St.
Not long after that is the Annual Strawberry Festival in Mount Pleasant S.C. If you have never been to this
mini carnival this is a must on your calender.Boone Hall Farms is transposed into a mini coastal carolina fair
with rides,face painting,food,and bands playing. These events are just a few of the ones on tap for the
lowcountry as Charleston heads into the spring and summer
Fleet and Seafood Festival. This year the festival is moving to Mount Pleasant's Waterfront Park.
The festival is scheduled for Sunday April 25,2010 from 11:30-5:00 P.M
