traveler of charleston mag - spring 2016

TRAVELERof Charleston

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Contents

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DEPARTMENTS

6 Welcome to Charleston16 See + Do42 Shop + Savor44 Shopping Guide48 Eat + Drink62 Traveler TV64 Maps69 Directory of Advertisers

FEATURES

10 Charleston History Timeline

12 Charleston on Tap

21 Charleston in Bloom

40 Springtime Bucket List

54 Dinner with a View

55 Five Charleston Freebies

56 Recipe: Praline Cookies

58 Charleston Area Events

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Publisher/Founder.................... Keith SimmonsEditor........................................... Holly FisherGraphic Designer...................... Heineman DesignDistribution................................ Denise FletcherDistribution................................ Brian BeanDistribution................................ Cinnamon KerrCover Illustration...................... Paula Pindroh Nelson

TRAVELER of Charleston is produced by the Traveler Communications Group, LLC, and is published four times yearly anddistributed to various locations throughout the Charleston area, including all visitors centers, hotels, airports, beach rentals,grocery stores, high-traffic areas, advertiser locations and many other points throughout the surrounding area. Concept,design and contents of TRAVELER of Charleston are copyrighted and may not be reproduced. www.travelerofcharleston.com.

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From thePublisher

KEITH SIMMONS has an exten-sive publishing, marketing andadvertising background andfounded Traveler Magazine in2005. His purpose was to develop an affordable and effective visitor medium wherebusinesses could advertise theirservice. Traveler is now one ofthe leading visitor resources inthe city. Keith lives in MountPleasant with his wife and sons.He enjoys fishing, kayaking andspending time with his family.

HOLLY FISHER is a long-timewriter and editor with a love oftelling stories. She has lived inCharleston more than a decadeand enjoys sharing the tales ofthe Holy City with visitors andnewcomers to the area. Hollylives in the Mount Pleasant areawith her husband, daughter andthree dogs. When she isn’t at hercomputer writing for work andfor fun, you can find her readingor doing CrossFit.

SALLY HEINEMAN honed herknack for graphic design at theUniversity of the Arts in Philadel-phia, PA where she received aBFA in Graphic Design. Drawnto the South and the love ofeverything Lowcountry, Sallyopened the doors of her graphicdesign business, Heineman Design, in 1992.

Traveler of Charleston Team

Welcome to Charleston!

Welcome to Charleston in the spring!It really is one of the best times tovisit. The flowers are blooming,

outdoor activities and festivals are in full swingand we’re all ready to feel the warm sun onour faces.

In the last few years, Charleston’s craft beer scene has really come to life. If you enjoy sampling local brews along with locallycrafted spirits and wine, check out our storyon Page 12 for a list of some great area breweries, beer-themed events and tours andplaces to sample the suds and take homeyour favorites.

We realize that it’s really tough to cram allthat Charleston has to offer into a few days ofvacation. To help you prioritize, we’ve createda springtime bucket list. Head over to Page 40for must-do activities and attractions.

While you’re here, be sure to take in themany events happening all over the area.Whether you like crafts, live performances, adventure or relaxing, you’ll be certain to findthe perfect event on our Events Calendar(Page 58).

If you need more information, download our free mobile app overflowing with visitor information, including maps, parking locations,public restroom listings, and details on attrac-tions, restaurants and tours. Search“Charleston SC” on iTunes or Google Play.

And be sure to stop by our website at travelerofcharleston.com for even more visitor information, coupons, an expanded calendarof events and our blog.


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1680Settlement is relocated to peninsulaCharles Town –population 1,000

1736 Dock Street Theatre opens, first building in U.S. used exclusively for theatrical performances

1740 Charles Town becomes mostcritical port in North America forexporting rice, indigo and cotton

1775-1783 RevolutionaryWar; Siege of Charlestonin 1780

1783City renamed“Charleston”

1790College ofCharlestonfounded

1672English colonists settle Charles Townon the Ashley River

HIS AMAZING PLACE ONLY GETS BETTER WITH TIME.Each year more people flock to this historic port city to soak up the history, culture and architecture and bask in Southern goodness. In recent years, Charleston has become a destination for shopping and its incredible culinary scene is attracting global attention.

From arts and theater to fine dining and watersports, this is one city that truly offers something for everyone. But this Holy City has a storied past. An early English settlement, Charleston has survived wars, fires, earthquakes and hurricanes to rise up as one of the country’s top travel destinations.

As you’re visiting our beloved city, get acquainted with her history, celebrate her charms and delight in all the amazing beauty Charleston has to offer.

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T1718Blackbeardthe Pirate sailsinto CharlesTown Harborwith fourships; takeshostages forransom

1718Pirate Stede Bonnetis hanged at WhitePoint Garden

1719City is renamed “Charlestown”

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1824CharlestonMuseumopens

1861 Confederatetroops fire thefirst shots of theCivil War uponFort Sumter

1886 Major earthquakehits Charleston,damaging 2,000buildings, killing110 people

1920Preservation Societyfounded to protecthistoric resources

1989Hurricane Hugo hits the city and surrounding areaswith 135 mph winds

2005Arthur Ravenel Jr.Bridge over theCooper River opens

1864 CSS Hunley sinksUSS Housatonic inCharleston harbor

1977SpoletoFestivalUSA begins

1791 President GeorgeWashington visits, lodging at the Daniel Hayward Houseand attending a reception at the Old Exchange and a social at McCrady’s Longroom

1828-29Young Armyrecruitnamed EdgarAllan Poe isstationed atFort Moultrieon Sullivan’sIsland

2006 Charleston Wine+ Food Festivalfounded

2016 In JanuaryJoseph P. RileyJr. retires after40 years asCharlestonmayor


Charleston’s reputation for a world-class culinarydestination has spilled over into our pint glasses.In just the last few years, numerous breweriesand distilleries have opened all over the area,giving locals and visitors a reason to raise theirglass and toast the beverage artistry of Charleston.Breweries, distilleries and a local winery offertours, tastings and plenty of special events soyou can sip, sample and savor.

We’ve compiled a list of some of the area’s must-try breweries and distilleries along with a list ofupcoming beer-themed events and places youcan pick up your favorite spirits to take home.

Charleston On Tap

Sample the area’s many craft brews, spirits

By Holly Fisher


Best brews Palmetto Brewing289 Huger St., Charleston, SC 29403843-937-0903 | palmettobrewery.comTasting room: 3-7 p.m. Tuesday to Wednesday; 2-9 p.m. Thursday; 1-10 p.m. Friday; 1-7 p.m. Saturday. Brewery tours available by demand.

Holy City Brewing4155 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC 29405843-225-5623 | holycitybrewing.comHours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.Free tours available by request.On-site kitchen serves apps, burgers, sandwiches and Sunday brunch.

Revelry Brewing Co.10 Conroy St., Charleston, SC 29403843-203-6194 | revelrybrewingco.comLive music: 6-10 p.m. Friday and Saturday

Westbrook Brewing Co.510 Ridge Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464843-654-9114 | westbrookbrewing.comTours and tastings: 4-7 p.m. Tuesday to Friday; noon to 6 p.m. Saturday.

Cooper River Brewing Co. 2201B Mechanic St., Charleston, SC 29405843-830-3681 | cooperriverbrewing.comHours: 4-10 p.m. Thursday – Friday; noon to 10 p.m. Saturday; 1-7 p.m. Sunday

Coast Brewing Co.1250 2nd St. North, North Charleston, SC 29405843-343-4727 | coastbrewing.comTasting hours: 4-7 p.m. Thursday and Friday;11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday

Freehouse Brewery2895 Pringle St., Suite B, North Charleston, SC 29405freehousebeer.comAshley River Taproom: 3-8 p.m. Tuesday; 1-8 p.m. Saturday

Frothy Beard Brewing Co. 7358 Peppermill Parkway, North Charleston, SC 29418843-793-2970 | frothybeard.comHours: 3-8 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday to Sunday

Tradesman Brewing Co.1639 Tatum St., Charleston, SC 29412843-410-1315 | tradesmanbrewing.comTaproom: 4:30-8 p.m. Tuesday throughFriday; noon to 8 p.m. Saturday

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Check out DeepWater Vineyard'sWeekend Wine-Down from noon to 4 p.m. each Saturday. There'sfood, live musicand plenty of winetastings in a tranquil setting.

Spirited sips & winesDeep Water Vineyard 6775 Bears Bluff Road, Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487843-559-6867 | deepwatervineyard.comSelf-guided tours and tastings: 10 a.m. to5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday; $5 to tastefive varietals and includes complimentarywine glass. Formerly Irvin-House Vineyard,this 48-acre winery and vineyard grows muscadine grapes to produce its authenticmuscadine wine.

Charleston Distilling Co.501 King St., Charleston, SC 29403843-718-1446 | charlestondistilling.comHours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday; book a tasting tour online. Sample small batch craft spirits, such as pepper-flavored vodka, gin, bourbon barrel gin and an all-natural whiskeyliqueur distilled with ginger and a hint of aromatic cinnamon.

Firefly Distillery & Tasting Room6775 Bears Bluff Road, Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487843-557-1405 | fireflyspirits.comHours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday; $6 per tasting. Enjoy a sample or purchase some of Firefly’s best sellers:Sweet Tea Vodka, Moonshine, Sweet TeaWhiskey and Firefly Southern Lemonade.

High Wire Distilling Co.652 King St., Charleston, SC 29403843-755-4664 highwiredistilling.squarespace.comTastings and tours: Offered Thursdaythrough Saturday every hour on the hourfrom 1-6 p.m. Cost is $5 per person and includes three half-ounce tasting samples of gin, whiskey, Southern Amaro Liqueurand more. Reservations are recommended.

Striped Pig Distillery2225-A Old School Drive, North Charleston, SC 29405843-276-3201 | stripedpigdistillery.comTours and tastings: 3-7 p.m. Thursday to Friday; noon to 5 p.m. Saturday. Tours are$5/person and begin the top of every hour;book a tour online or walk in. Samplespiced run, whiskey, gin and vodka.

Visit travelerofcharleston.com/blog formore about Charleston's craft beer scene.


Drinks with friends Charleston Beer Garden – Known asCharleston's largest pop-up beer garden,brew lovers will converge on The Grove atPatriots Point in Mount Pleasant for craftbeer, live music, Homebrewer’s Village andYelp Beer Games. Noon to 7 p.m. on May 14.Proceeds benefit Lowcountry AIDS Services. charlestonbeergarden.com

Craft Beer Dinner – Join Circa 1886 ChefMarc Collins for a four-course dinner pairedwith a selection of local beers. $60/person.6:30 p.m. June 16 at 149 Wentworth St.circa1886.com

Brew HaHa – Laughs and crafts are on tap at Brew HaHa, a celebration ofCharleston craft beer and comedy at theNorth Charleston Performing Arts Center.Tastings from local breweries, live music,food and a comedy show with JeremyMcLallan. 1-6 p.m. June 18; $5 parking (cashonly). northcharlestoncoliseumpac.com

Haunted Pub Crawl – Join Bulldog Tours to learn about Charleston's ghostlypast while enjoying drinks at area bars and taverns. 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday;$25/person. 843-722-8687bulldogtours.com

Weekend Wine-Down – From noon to 4 p.m. each Saturday, Deep Water Vineyardon Wadmalaw Island has food, live musicand plenty of wine tastings in a tranquil setting. 843-559-6867deepwatervineyard.com

Where to buyBottles Beverage Superstore, 610 Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant shopbottles.comHours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturdayfor beer and wine; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondayto Saturday for liquor; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. for beer and wine only. Bottles has a large selection of wines, craft beers andspirits from all over with a concentration on local products.

Craft Conundrum, 630 Skylark Drive,Charleston | craftconundrum.comHours: Noon to 10 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday; noon to midnight Friday to Saturday. With 100 beers on tap, you're sure to find a favorite craft brew. Plus you can purchase beers you like.

Craftsman Kitchen & Taphouse, 12 Cumberland St., Charlestoncraftsmentaphouse.com. This downtown location has 48 taps with two different bars, one being a Pale Room. The PaleRoom has 12 taps dedicated to hoppy beers like Pale Ales, IPAs, and Double IPAs.The other bar has 36 taps with a variety of other beer styles.

Coleman Public House, 427 W. Coleman Blvd., Mount Pleasant colemanpublichouse.com Hours: Open daily 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.Sixteen rotating taps of top quality imported and domestic craft beer.

Bohemian Bull Tavern & Beer Garden, 1531 Folly Road, James Island bohemianbull.com. Hours: 11 a.m. to midnight Monday to Thursday; 11 a.m. to 1 a.m. Friday to Saturday. Choosefrom 32 draft beers and 75 bottled/canned beers with a huge selection of locallybrewed beer. Plus, enjoy a fun atmosphere, especially the outdoor space.

Homegrown Brewhouse, 117 S. Main St.,Summerville | homegrownbrewhouse.comHours: 3-9 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Enjoy 40 taps pouring predominantly South Carolina craft beer.

Drink responsibly! Contact a local taxi service, pedicab or Uber for a safe ride.

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See+ DoCharleston is known for her rich history, picturesque scenery and culinary excellence.Many experienced tour-ing companies are readyto show you a great time.

WHETHER YOU’RE A HISTORY BUFF, WATER ENTHUSIAST OR SIMPLYENJOY STROLLING THE COBBLESTONE STREETS OF CHARLESTONYOU’LL FIND PLENTY OF WAYS TO EXPLORE THE HOLY CITY. See aplantation home, tour the harbor, take a carriage ride or visit a museum.

How to use this magazine:

You’ll find each type of tourand attraction categorizedfor easy reference. Many

listings include a map gridlocator. Find the grid

location, then reference the maps on pages

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ART & THEATER ACTIVITIES

The Footlight Players20 Queen St. • Charleston • (Map: H:8)843-722-4487 • footlightplayers.net The Footlight Players, formed in 1932, providesprofessional quality, affordable community theater for the Lowcountry at the historic Footlight Players Theatre in the heart of down-town Charleston. Its ongoing productions include comedies, dramas, musicals, seasonalproductions and children’s theater.

The Black Fedora Comedy MysteryTheatre & Shoppe164 Church St. • Charleston • (Map: H:7/8)843-WE SMILE (937-6453)charlestonmysteries.com • Live comedy theatrein a cozy setting -- clean comic whodunit shows,volunteer audience participation, a la carte appetizers, drinks and desserts. Featuring Inspector NoClue's Murder Mystery (one ofCharleston's longest continually running shows),Sherlock Holmes & the Charleston History Mystery, Heist, Heist Baby, and Church StreetDaughters of the Late Unpleasantness Garden,Gun & Gin Club, and many more. 1/2 block offCity Market.

The Sound of CharlestonShow location: Circular Congregational Church:150 Meeting St. • Charleston • (G:8) • 843-270-4903 • soundofcharleston.com • A recent reviewby Frommers Travel Guide sums the show upperfectly: “The best night out in the city is thismust-see performance of gospel, Gershwin, music of the Civil War, light classics and jazz - allthe elements of Charleston's rich musical stew”.

CARRIAGE TOURS

Palmetto Carriage Works8 Guignard St. • (Map: H:7) • 843-723-8145 palmettocarriage.com • Departs from The Big Red Barn every 15 to 20 minutes, rain orshine, beginning at 9 a.m. Tours are one hourlong, covering about 25 blocks of residential and historic districts. Guides are city licensed. See our ad on the inside front cover.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Low Country Yacht Charters 17 Lockwood Blvd. • (Map B:6) 201-707-1570 lowcountryyachtcharters.comLow Country Yacht Charters delivers a uniqueon-water Charleston experience from specialovernight stays at the world renowned, down-town City Marina to custom private charters, excursions and special events around the diverse Lowcountry regions, including Capers & Kiawah-Seabrook Islands.


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COMBO TOURS

Carriage & Harbor Combo TourHarbor Tours • 10 Wharfside St. • (Map :J:5/6) Palmetto Carriage • 8 Guignard Street888-224-5037 or 843-722-1112 charlestonharbortours • Harbor Tours departs from the Maritime Center three timesdaily with a 90-minute live narrated sightseeingcruise aboard the 1920s style Bay Steamer –Carolina Belle. Palmetto Carriage tour departsfrom the Big Red Barn every 20-30 minutes beginning at 9 a.m. The one-hour tour covers 25 to 30 blocks of the historic and residentialdistricts.

Ghost Walking & Harbor Combo TourFor tickets: 10 Wharfside St. • (Map: J:5/6) onlineat charlestonharbortours.com orbulldogtours.com • Zerve Ticketing at 888-224-5037 or 843-722-1112 • Take one ofCharleston’s best Ghost Tours and a HarborHistory Tour aboard the Carolina Belle. You get to choose from the spooktacular “Ghost andGraveyard” walking tour or the Haunted Jail Tourand you get a harbor tour featuring Fort Sumter,Fort Moultrie, the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and70+ other points of interest. Tours may be takenon different days.

Plantation & Harbor Combo TourFor tickets: 10 Wharfside St. • (Map: J:5/6)charlestonharbortours.com or Zerve ticketing: 888-224-5037 or 843-722-1112 Tour a spectacular Southern plantation, the newSlave Museum and beautiful grounds paired with a 90-minute “Harbor of History” tour. FortSumter, Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge, the Batteryand downtown landmarks. Tours may be takenon different days.

Gray Line & Fort Sumter Tour Combo843-722-BOAT(2628) • fortsumtertours.com,graylineofcharleston.com • Save $4 per person!Enjoy a comprehensive tour of Charleston’s his-toric district and take the only boat tour to FortSumter. Licensed and experienced tour guideslead a 90-minute exploration of Charleston’s richhistory on air-conditioned mini-buses. The GrayLine tour features 100+ points of interest with astop at the Battery. Tours depart every 30 min-utes from the Charleston Visitor’s Center, 375Meeting St. Free hotel pickup in historic district.

BOAT & WATER

Barrier Island Eco-Tours50 41st Ave. • Isle of Palms Marina • (Map: N:6)843-886-5000 • nature-tours.com • Naturalistguided boat excursions to Capers Island Preserve. Travel the salt marsh creeks, see dolphins and wildlife up close, explore the“boneyard beach” and walk inland trails.Morning and sunset eco-tours, creek fishing,crabbing, kayaking or beach-side cookouts.


Charleston in Bloom

Azaleas: With thousands of varieties of azaleas, theyare a common shrub. You might not give them asecond look most of the year but in the spring, theyare certain to get your attention. Look for their mostlyhot pink, red and white flowers in yards, gardens andparks all over town

On just about every street you’ll find trees in bloom, shrubs bursting with colorand window boxes filled with fragrant flowers. You can see these beautifulblooms – and many more – by simply walking the Battery, the streets South ofBroad and in many of Charleston’s parks.

Wisteria: A high-climbing, trailing vine, wisteria cangrow up to 70 feet long. In the spring, it drips clumps of lilac blooms in a showy display of springtime beauty.Wisteria is an invasive plant because its dense growthcan choke out trees and other plants.

Jasmine: This plant’s intoxicating scent is a true signalspring has arrived. Confederate jasmine is commonlyfound here in coastal South Carolina and its fragrantclusters of white and yellow flowers bloom on twiningstems in spring and into the summer.

Crepe Myrtle: With its arching branches and flowers of bright pink, red and white, this tree is a Southern staple. Once the crepe myrtle shows its colors, youknow spring is on its way.

Stop and smell the roses Charleston is also home to the Noisetterose, a hardy rose that can withstand a hot Southern summer and cool wintertemperatures. These roses also have ahigh resistance to disease. But what’struly special about this rose is its historyand tie to Charleston.

According to the Charleston HorticulturalSociety, John Champneys of Charlestoncrossed a rose commonly called “OldBlush” with another variety called RosaMoschata to create Champneys’ PinkCluster, America’s first hybridized rose.Champneys gifted the rose to his friendPhilippe Noisette, a French botanist, who refined the hybrid to create the Blush Noisette with delicate blooms and pastel colors.

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FISHING CHARTERS

Angler Management Fishing843-259-1489 • anglermanagementsc.com Custom, year-round saltwater inshore fishingcharters for families, groups, beginners and professionals. Fish in the Intracoastal Waterway,harbor and tidal creeks. Capt. Ethan will providelicenses, bait, tackle and ice. Eco and harbortours available. See ad in this section.

Reel Deal CharterMultiple area departure locations - some toursdepart from Shem Creek, Mount Pleasant 843-388-5093 • thereeldealcharters.comJoin The Reel Deal Charters for year-round inshore/offshore, deep-sea, big game and saltwater fishing. Includes licenses, bait andtackle. Operating several boats with the lowestprices for a “reel” fishing experience! Mention “Traveler” for discounts.

Redfin Charters145 Lockwood Blvd • Charleston • (Map A:4)843-277-5255 • redfincharters.comCome fish with a Pro Angler who’s fishedCharleston's waters for decades. Offering half-day, three-quarters of a day and full-day chartersto near-shore reefs on a custom Blackjack 224Hybrid Bay Boat. Mention "Fish On" for up to$50 off your trip!


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Join the Charleston Gallery Association for a free Art Walk from 5-8 p.m. Friday,May 6. Stroll through some 40 galleries admiring paintings, sculpture and photography. charlestongalleryassociation.com

Looking for things to do in Charleston? It’s easy with our free mobile app! Search “Charleston” in the app stores or go to travelerofcharleston.com on your smartphone.

BOAT & WATER

Charleston Harbor ToursCharleston Maritime Center. • 10 Wharfside St.,Charleston • (Map: J:5/6) • 888-224-5037 or843-722-1112 • charlestonharbortours.comBoard the Carolina Belle for Charleston’s onlylive narrated harbor history tour. Relax andenjoy a beverage from the snack bar as thecaptain details the forts and landmarks thatshaped Charleston’s historic harbor. Private charters and group dinner cruises available.

Isle of Palms Marina50 41st Ave. • Isle of Palms • (Map: N:6)843-886-0209 • iopmarina.com • A full-servicemarina with 50 slips, a full-service store with a deli with groceries, beer, wine, bait and tackle. Powerboat rentals and customized excursions, group outings and fishing charterscan be booked here.

Nature Adventure Tours325 W. Coleman Blvd. • Mount Pleasant(Map: O:2 at Shem Creek, on the water)843-568-3222 • kayakcharlestonsc.comCharleston’s outstanding naturalist-guidedkayak, canoe and paddle-board tour service.Tour salt-water marshes, swamps, rice plantations. See dolphins, pelicans and a wide variety of wildlife. Families and beginners are welcome; rentals also available.

Sandlapper Water ToursTour depart from the Maritime Center (by S.C.Aquarium) • 10 Wharfside St. • Charleston (Map K:4) • 843-849-8687 for info;800-979-3370 for tickets • sandlappertours.comTake the haunted ghost & pirate tour or cruisethe Charleston harbor with a history tour.

Schooner Pride –Charleston’s Tall Ship360 Concord St. • Charleston • (Map: J:5)888-245-9206 or 843-722-1112schoonerpride.com • Marvel at the HolyCity skyline while sailing by the forts where history was made. See dolphins playing and experience a Charleston sunset. Take an afternoon dolphin sail or a sunset sail; availablefor private charters. Combo tour available.

SpiritLine Charleston Harbor Tour843-722-BOAT(2628) • spiritlinecruises.comEnjoy a 90-minute tour of Charleston’s harborwith 75+ points of interest narrated by City ofCharleston licensed tour guides. DiscountedLand & Sea Combo Tours available: include either a 90-minute Gray Line City Tour or a 60-minute Old South Carriage Tour. Tours departAquarium Wharf in downtown Charleston andPatriots Point in Mount Pleasant.

BOAT & WATER

Tidalwave Watersports 69 41st Ave • Isle of Palms (Map: N:6)tidalwavewatersports.com • 843-886-8456 Tidalwave offers the ultimate in parasailing, waverunner, wakeboarding, waterskiing, and boat riding that the Charleston area.


MOTORIZED LAND TOURS

Adventure SightseeingAdventureSightseeing.com • 843-762-0088 “See it all” with Adventure Sightseeing. Live narrated by the most experienced and professional guides! Board our buses from theCharleston Visitor Center or let us pick you up.We offer hotel pick up and drop off for a nominalfee. Fantastic combo tours available with housetours, harbor tours and more.

Gray Line of Charlestongraylineofcharleston.com • 843-722-4444Explore 300 years of history with experienced, licensed tour guides onboard our mini-buses.Gray Line offers a comprehensive tour ofCharleston’s Historic District with 100+ points of interest and a stop at Charleston’s Battery.Take our 90 minute tour or add a visit to a fully restored antebellum home. Land & SeaCombo includes either a visit to Fort Sumter or a 90-minute tour of the harbor. Tours departevery 30 minutes from the Charleston Visitor’sCenter, 375 Meeting St. Free hotel pickup in historic district.

MUSEUMS AND PARKS

Audubon Center at Beidler Forest336 Sanctuary Rd. • 336 Sanctuary Rd. 843-462-2150 • beidlerforest.com Francis Beidler Forest contains the largest stand of virgin bald cypress and tupelo gumswamp forest left in the world. See 1,000-year-old trees and native wildlife; walk the 1.75-mileboardwalk into the swamp. Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m-5p.m. Harleyville, S.C.

Caw Caw Interpretive Center5200 Savannah Hwy • Ravenel, SC 29470 843-889-8898 charlestoncountyparks.com/cawcawExplore colonial era rice plantations and aprinciple site of the 1739 Stono Rebellion, sevenmiles of walking trails and boardwalks, guidedbird walks, wildlife preserve, butterfly gardenand more.

City of North Charleston843-554-5700 • northcharleston.org North Charleston is a lively center of hospitality.There’s plenty to see and do from waterfrontparks, art galleries and gardens to historicalsites, museums and shopping centers. Book atee time for golf, dine at a local restaurant or buy tickets for a show.

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MUSEUMS AND PARKS

Fort Sumter Tours843-722-BOAT(2628) • fortsumtertours.comWalk in the footsteps of Civil War soldiers as you visit this National Historic Site. Cost includestour of Charleston harbor onboard the boat plusan hour to explore the fort. The National ParkService maintains the Civil War era fortificationsas well as restrooms, a gift shop and the FortSumter Museum. Fort Sumter Tours is an authorized concessionaire of the National ParkService and the only tour that stops at historicFort Sumter. Tours depart Liberty Square indowntown Charleston (handicapped accessible)and Patriots Point in Mount Pleasant

Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum40 Patriots Point Road • Mount Pleasant (Map: O:2) • 843-884-2727 • patriotspoint.org Home to the aircraft carrier USS Yorktown,WWII's Fighting Lady. Museum includes the destroyer USS Laffey, the submarine USS Clamagore, a re-creation of a Vietnam NavalSupport Base, 28 historic military aircraft, theCongressional Medal of Honor Society’s Museum. Free map for self-guided tours.

MUSEUMS AND PARKS

North Charleston/American LaFranceFire Museum4975 Centre Point Dr • North Charleston (Map: KK:5) • 843-740-5550 northcharlestonfiremuseum.orgThe Fire Museum, located adjacent to TangerOutlet Center, is home to the largest collectionof fully restored American LaFrance fire trucksand antique fire equipment in the country. It is a wonderful museum for the firefighter in all ofus. Great demonstration for kids and people ofall ages.

South Carolina Aquarium100 Aquarium Wharf • Charleston843-720-1990 • scaquarium.orgThe South Carolina Aquarium is home to morethan 5,000 animals found across the state. Explore 385,000-gallon Great Ocean Tank or enjoy a movie in the interactive 4-D movie theater. Journey from the mountains to the sea and find family fun around every corner.

Check out the new Traveler TV with videos highlighting all thefun things to do in Charleston: travelerofcharleston.com/videos.


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MUSEUMS AND PARKS

Town of Summerville Visitor Center: 402 Main St., Summerville (see maps) • With over 700 homes and buildingson the National Register of Historic Places, the city is known for its historic character. A charming downtown is a must visit along withthe “Sweet Tea Trail.”

Wild Blue Ropes1595 Highland Ave • James Island (area map)843-5024066 • wildblueropes.comIf you’re looking for a something-to-write-home-about-holy-cow-I-can’t-believe-I-just-did-that adventure, you’ve come to the right place. An aerial ropes course with 70+ challengefeatures reaching 35 feet above the ground. Designed at 3 levels of difficulty that’s fun for the whole family. Imagine a jungle gym suspended 35 feet in the air.

Founded in 1770, the College ofCharleston located in the heart of historic Charleston is a public liberalarts and sciences university. The college has more than 10,000 under-graduates and about 1,200 graduatestudents from around the world.

One of the South’s great novelists,Pat Conroy, passed away on March 4, 2016, not long after announcinghe’d been diagnosed with pancreaticcancer. Traveler of Charleston’s Facebook fans weighed in on someof their favorite Conroy novels, including “Beach Music,” “The Wateris Wide,” “The Great Santini,” The Prince of Tides” and “South of Broad.” One person said, "His description of the Lowcountry wouldallow you to smell the salt & pluffmud and make you feel the beauty of his beloved South.”

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Boone Hall Plantation1235 Long Point Road • Mount Pleasant(Map: L:4) • 843-884-4371boonehallplantation.com • One of America’s oldest plantations with more than 320 years ofhistory. Located 8 miles north of Charleston.The “Avenue of Oaks,” nine original slave cabins,house tours and shows included in admission.Mon.-Sat. 8:30 a.m.-6:30p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m.

Drayton Hall3380 Ashley River Road (Highway 61)Charleston • (area map) • 843-769-2600draytonhall.org • Drayton Hall (circa 1738) is the oldest unrestored plantation house in America open to the public. Admission includes tours river and marsh walks, theAfrican-American cemetery and artisan-inspired Museum Shop.

Middleton PlaceNational Historic Landmark • 4300 Ashley RiverRoad (Highway 61) • Charleston • (area map)843-556-6020 • middletonplace.org • An 18th-century rice plantation and National Historic Landmark comprising 65 acres of America’s oldest landscaped gardens. See the house museum, craftspeople in the stable yards or take an African-American focus tour. Open 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Charleston Water TaxiDowntown: Maritime Center • 10 Wharfside St.(Map: K:5/6) • Mount Pleasant: Charleston Harbor Marina at Patriots Point • (Map: O:2) Waterfront Park Pier • (Map J:8) • 843-330-2989 charlestonwatertaxi.com The water taxi runs on a continuous loop aroundCharleston Harbor between Patriots Point (USSYorktown) and downtown Charleston with pick-up/drop-off points at the Maritime Center andWaterfront Park.

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McLeod Plantation Historic Site325 Country Club Dr. • Charleston • (Area Map) -843-795-4386 • Hours: Tues - Sun 9 am - 4 pm-charlestoncountryparks.comEstablished in 1851, McLeod Plantation hasborne witness to some of the most significantperiods of Charleston’s - and our nations - history. Today it is an important 37-acreGullah/Geechee heritage site that has beencarefully preserved in recognition of its culturaland historical significance.

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Bulldog Tours18 Anson St. • Charleston • (Map: H:7)843-722-TOUR • bulldogtours.comAs seen on the Travel Channel’s “America’sMost Haunted Places,” this walking tourcompany will have you exhilarated and entertained. Choose from four tours: Ghost & Graveyard, The Dark Side of Charleston,Ghost Dungeon and Haunted Jail Tour.

Charleston Strolls Walk With HistoryMills House Hotel (corner of Meeting & Queen) 18 Anson St. • Charleston (Map H:7) 843-722-8687 • charlestonstrolls.comcharlestonstrolls.com • Featured in The NewYork Times, this two-hour tour is the best way to see Charleston’s Historic District. Famouslandmarks, historic highlights, antebellum mansions, quaint alleys and hidden gardens.Everyday at 10 a.m. Requires reservation.

Culinary Tours Of Charleston18 Anson St. • Charleston • (Map: H:7) 843-727-1100 • culinarytoursofcharleston.comWalk, talk and taste your way throughCharleston while experiencing history throughLowcountry cuisine. Daily tasting tours introduce guests to tasty bites at many greatrestaurants. Go behind the scenes and visit with chefs, bakers, artisan food producers,chocolatiers and specialty shops.

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Shop local during your Charlestonvacation. Local markets are a greatplace to find locally made gifts and

crafts, tasty eats and you get a true senseof the local community.

Charleston Farmers Market Each Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. beginning April 9 in Marion Square,downtown Charleston. Open Sundaysduring Piccolo Spoleto Festival (May 29,June 5, June 12). The market features local produce, plants, herbs and cut flow-ers as well as breakfast and lunch vendors,live entertainment and an assortment ofjuried arts and crafts from local artisans. charlestonfarmersmarket.com

Mount Pleasant Farmers MarketEach Tuesday from 3:30 p.m. until duskbeginning April 5 at the Farmers MarketPavilion on Coleman Boulevard. comeonovermp.com

Summerville Farmers Market Each Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. beginning April 9 in the First Citizensparking lot adjacent to Summerville Town Hall. summervillesc.gov

Sunday Brunch Farmers Market Local farmers and artists display theirgoods each Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.at 1977 Maybank Highway on James Island. sundaybrunchfarmersmarket.com

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The Friends of Drayton Hall is hostingthe Drayton Hall Distinguished Speakers Series this year. A number of respected historians, archaeologistsand curators are on the schedule, providing thought-provoking presenta-tions related to America’s history andculture. Speakers also will highlight the connections of Charleston andDrayton Hall to their research interestsand answer questions from the audi-ence. For a complete schedule, visit draytonhall.org.

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In January 2016, Mayor Joe Riley left office after leading Charleston for 40 years. To honor his service, Waterfront Park was renamed to Riley Waterfront Park. Riley was instrumental in making that much-visited park a reality. The CharlestonCity Council resolution noted, Water-front Park, a magnificent public spaceat the water’s edge, symbolizes Riley's dedication to the pursuit of excellence and beauty and his untiring zeal to achieve both for theheritage and enjoyment of all.

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Yorktown Ghost Tours40 Patriots Point Road • Mount Pleasant(Map: O:2) • 843-277-0577yorktownghosttours.com • Guided tour explores the unexplained mysteries of this WWII aircraft carrier. Hear stories of sacrifice and devastation as this tour ventures into areas normally restricted to the public.

Looking for things to do in Charleston? It’s easy with our free mobile app! Search “Charleston” in the app stores or go to travelerofcharleston.com on your smartphone.

Watch the cadets at The Citadel conduct a dress parade. At varioustimes throughout the year, the cadetsparade the grounds, also using thetime to present awards and recognizenotable individuals. Free and open tothe public; citadel.edu/root/parade-schedule.


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Your Charleston SpringtimeBucket List By Holly Fisher

Beach relaxin’ What’s better than thatfirst springtime trip tothe beach? Nothing beats kicking off yourshoes and racing across the warm sand to dip your toes in the water. Visit one of Charleston’s areabeaches for fun in the sun: Isle of Palms, Kiawah Island, Sullivan’s Island or Folly Beach.

Arts abound With more than 500events across 17 days,you’re sure to find anevent you love at Piccolo Spoleto. Thiscultural celebration highlights plenty of local talent in events all around the city –many of which are free or low cost. Events are May 27 to June 12;piccolospoleto.com.

Local goodness Marion Square is abuzz with activity onSaturdays as shoppershead to the CharlestonFarmers Market forlocal produce and veggies, food vendorsand a wide selection of arts and crafts perfect for souvenirs and gifts.

Battery views For an early morningstroll or an afternoonsightseeing trip, don’t miss the Battery, a seawall along thesouthern Charlestonpeninsula. Catch aglimpse of Fort Sumterand sunset views overthe water. For more history, stop off at theEdmondston-AlstonHouse, a house museum at 21 East Battery. Take a guidedtour of this 1820s mansion with itscollection of historicheirlooms.

The Charleston area has so many attractions, activities, outdoor amenities andevents it can be tough to narrow down your choices. Let’s prioritize. We’ve createda lineup of springtime items for your own Charleston bucket list.

Let us know which ones you do and what you would add to the list by sharing onsocial media with #chsbucketlist.

Wide openAdmire the Angel Oak, a majestic oak treethought to be one of theoldest living things eastof the Mississippi River.For centuries, the AngelOak has grown up to 65 feet and has a canopyof branches spanning17,000 square feet.

Shop the squareSummerville’s pictur-esque town squareis ideal for a day of shopping and lunch. With a small town feel,the area has plenty of locally owned boutiques,restaurants and coffeeshops. On the thirdThursday of each month,stores stay open late.

Walk in historyTake one of the manyavailable walking toursalong the cobblestonestreets of downtownCharleston. You’ll getplenty of history – andmaybe even a little folklore – along with the opportunity to ask questions, take photosand get up and close personal with the Holy City.

Military museum Sitting stately on the Mount Pleasant side of the Charleston harbor is the USS Yorktown, the10th aircraft carrier toserve in the U.S. Navy inthe 1940s. Tour the shipand take in the beautifulviews of Charleston fromthe flight deck. Tour theCongressional Medal of Honor Museum andthe Vietnam Experience Exhibit.

Drinks with a viewKick back with a cocktail and take in theCharleston skyline from one of the city’srooftop bars, includingthe Rooftop Cocktail Bar at the Vendue Inn,Pavilion Bar or StarsRooftop & Grill Room – all located in the heart ofdowntown Charleston.

Swing a spellPick a warm springevening and watch thesunset from the benchswings at WaterfrontPark, one of the city’smost inviting publicspaces with its fountains,pier, greenspace andamazing views of theCharleston harbor. Watch closely and youjust might see some dolphins at play.


Shop+ SavorCharleston was founded in the late 1600s as a portcity, and it has remained athriving place to buy goodsever since. Buy local andenjoy the rewards.

Shop King StreetOn the second Sunday ofeach month, the street is

closed so visitors and localscan enjoy shopping, dining

and entertainment.

WHETHER YOU’RE SHOPPING FOR SOUVENIRS, A DRESS FOR DINNER OR A BOX OF BENNE WAFERS, YOU’LL FIND JUST WHAT YOUWANT IN THE CITY’S MANY RETAIL OUTLETS. The Charleston peninsulahas boutiques, national retailers and a market full of Southern charm.

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Dacuba’s Fine Jewelry84 N. Market St. • Charleston • (Map: H:7/8) 843-853-0103 • dacubasjewelry.citymax.comNestled in the heart of Charleston, Dacuba’s is a unique fine jewelry store with a wonderful selection of sterling silver and 14kt gold jewelry. Its classic Charleston “Southern Gate” collectionis fashioned after the wrought-iron work seenthroughout this historical city.

Doll Clothes Factory129 Market St. • Charleston (Map G:7) 843-722-5299 • dollclothesfactory.comThe largest & finest collection of complete dolloutfits, shoes, glasses and all accessories. Customized doll with matching eye color, hairstyle, or ethnic preference for a very lucky recipient. Mention “Traveler of Charleston” to receive discounts and free ear piercing for dolls!

Nice Ice Fine Jewelry145 Market St. • Charleston • (Map: G:7)843-577-7029 • Since 1974 they have been providing Charleston and visitors with the mostexquisite and unique jewelry. Designers such as Rudolf Friedman, Judith Ripka, Slane & Slane,Jude Frances, Charriol and Nanis.

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Low Country Harley-Davidson4707 Dorchester Rd. • North Charleston(Map LL:5) • 843-554-1847 • Harley Shop 1580Old Trolley Rd. • Summerville (Map DD:2) lowcountryharley.comOperating in Charleston since 1979, Low CountryHarley-Davidson is where you'll find new andpre-owned Harley's, apparel, collectibles, novelties and tees. Mention their ad to receive a free gift!

Terrace Oaks Antique Mall2037 Maybank Highway • James Island(area map) • 843-795-9689 • Mon-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • terraceoaksantiques.com A leader in the Charleston area for multidealerantique shops since 1988. The 10,000-square-foot, climate-controlled shop houses 90+ booths with all different tastes and styles. When it comes to antiques, they have just about anything your heart desires.

Town of Mount Pleasantcomeonovermp.com • Mount Pleasant is not your average place to visit. Filledwith an array of restaurants, taverns, activities and accommodations, the vacationyou’re anticipating will be more than just a trip from home; it will be an experience of indescribable magic and warmth.


DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON Spend the day walking King Street with itsclothing boutiques, shoe stores, gift shopsand more. Start near Charleston Place Hoteland head toward Calhoun Street for a wideselection of local boutiques, gift shops andnational retailers. If you’re in the marketfor rare finds, make your way down LowerKing Street (south of Market Street), thecity’s antique district.

On the second Sunday of each month,several blocks of King Street are closed offto vehicles, and people (and pets) flood thestreets for open-air dining, music, shoppingand entertainment.

The City Market stretches from Meetingto East Bay Street and is home to more than100 vendors. Dozens of businesses andrestaurants line Market Street, making it agreat place to pick up souvenirs, sweetgrassbaskets, art and jewelry.

After the sun sets, head to Upper KingStreet, which in recent years has trans-formed into a hip design district with abustling nightlife. The area stretches fromCalhoun up to about Mary Street and isfilled with trendy clubs and bars and high-end restaurants, giving the street a sort ofNew York City vibe.

The Cocktail Club offers a refined at-mosphere with its house-made drinks androoftop terrace or stop off at The Belmontfor a scotch and a cheese and charcuterieplate. Named a 2013 Best New Restaurantfinalist by the James Beard Foundation,The Ordinary is a Southern seafood halland oyster bar from Chef Mike Lata, bestknown for his other Charleston restaurant,FIG (Food Is Good).

SUMMERVILLESummerville’s Town Square is filled withlocal boutiques and shops, including 12antique stores, a children’s book store andone of the top 10 quilt shops in the country.

MOUNT PLEASANT ■ Mount Pleasant Towne Centre onHighway 17 North is home to national re-tailers, local boutiques and restaurants.Shop at Belk and Belk Men’s Store, CopperPenny Shooz, Palmetto Moon, Hairy Win-ston Pet Boutique, Athleta and more. mtpleasanttownecentre.com■ Belle Hall Shopping Center is locatedon Long Point Road ( just off Interstate526). Stop by Wonder Works for a largeselection of children’s toys and gifts orvisit Princess of Tides for costumes andtutus. Carolina Girls carries gift items, jew-elry and stationery. The Coastal Cupboardhas a selection of specialty food items andcookware. shopbellehall.com

After a full day of sightseeing and shop-ping, relax on Shem Creek – cold drink inhand and seafood platter on the table. ShemCreek’s laid-back atmosphere makes it theperfect spot to unwind while watching theshrimp boats dock in the creek and thedolphins play in the water.

NORTH CHARLESTON ■ Tanger Outlets has dozens of nationallyknown retailers offering apparel for adultsand children, shoes, accessories, house-wares and jewelry. Tanger is easily acces-sible from both Interstates 526 and 26.tangeroutlet.com/charleston

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Rainbow Row is probably one of the most photographed areas ofdowntown Charleston. This brightlycolored stretch of 13 historic homescan be found from 83 to 107 East Bay Street (north of Tradd Street andsouth of Elliot Street).


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Sweetgrass basket making can be traced back to West Africa, brought to the SouthCarolina coast by African slaves. One of the oldest art forms of African artwork inthe United States, Charleston is the only place where this craft is practiced in itsoriginal form. Shop for sweetgrass baskets at the Charleston City Market on MarketStreet or at roadside stands along Highway 17 North in Mount Pleasant.

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Eat+ DrinkCharleston’s diverse culinary scene is amazing. Innovative chefs and theirdishes will dazzle the tastebuds and warm the heart.Charleston has great taste!

Meals on WheelsCharleston has some pretty

delicious food trucks. Check out facebook.com/chs-

foodtruckfed for details onfood truck events.

TRUST US, YOU WON’T LEAVE CHARLESTON HUNGRY. In fact youmight spend half your vacation simply deciding which delectable restau-rant to try next. Our city has world-class chefs cooking up plates filled withSouthern goodness. Our desserts are claiming national recognition.


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Cru Cafe´18 Pinckney St. • Charleston • (Map: H:7)843-534-2434 • crucafe.com • In an18th-century home on Pinckney Street,Charlestonians sip mint julep tea on the porch and dine on upscale comfort food at John Zucker’s Cru Cafe. “Do it right and use the best possible ingredients” is his mantra. Lunch and dinner.

SpiritLine Dinner CruiseDeparts from 40 Patriots Point RoadMount Pleasant • (Map: O:2) • 843-722-2628spiritlinecruises.com • The SpiritLine DinnerCruise aboard the Spirit of Carolina features fine cuisine prepared to order onboard, entertainment, dancing, fully stocked bar and a magnificent cruise on Charleston Harbor. Call for reservations.

Middleton Place Restaurant4300 Ashley River Road • Charleston (area map) • 843-556-6020 • middletonplace.orgSavor Lowcountry cuisine while taking in viewsof America’s oldest landscaped gardens. For lunch, visitors enjoy a three-course, prix fixe menu. Lunch served daily. Dinner guests pay no admission after 5:30 p.m. and can strollthrough the gardens prior to dinner.

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Charleston Crab HouseDowntown: 41 S. Market St. (Map I:7) • 843-795-1963. James Island: 145 Wappoo CreekDr. • (Area Map) • 843-853-2900 charlestoncrabhouse.com • Serving Fresh Lowcountry seafood everyday! Indoor/patio, casual and family friendly. Visit James Island forwaterfront dining or Market Street for rooftopdining. Reservations recommended.

Chow Down Charleston Food ToursAll tours depart from: 40 Broad St. • Charleston866-736-6343 • chowdowncharleston.comTheir food tasting and historical walking tours allow you to step off the beaten path as they explore 6 different tastings showcasing local ingredients, Lowcountry classics, and the trueculinary technique and genius that Charleston isfamous for. See $2 off per person coupon in ad!

East Bay Deli334 East Bay St. • Charleston • (Map: I:5)843-216-5473 • 1120 Oakland Market Road Mount Pleasant • (Map: L:5) • 843-216-5473 9135University Blvd. • North Charleston 843-553-7374 • 4405 Dorchester Road North Charleston • (Map: W:4) • 843-747-1235 New York-style deli using only quality productssuch as Thumann’s deli meats and HebrewNational deli dogs. The varied menu comeswith many options: soups, chili, both hearty andheart-healthy sandwiches, wraps, giant spudsand desserts.

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Charleston has become well knownfor its incredible restaurants and world-renowned chefs. The city is wellrepresented on the list of semifinalistsfor the 2016 James Beard Awards. Winners will be announced on May 2 in Chicago. Charleston semifinalists include: • Outstanding Service – Charleston Grill• Outstanding Wine Program – FIG• Best Chef: Southeast – Jeremiah

Bacon of The Macintosh and Kevin Johnson of The Grocery

Making the Outstanding Chef list isSean Brock for his Husk location inNashville. He also has a Husk restaurant here in Charleston.

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Hyman’s Seafood215 Meeting St. • Charleston • (Map: G:7)843-723-6000 • hymanseafood.comVoted No. 1 seafood restaurant in the Southeastby Southern Living magazine nine years in a row. Lunch and dinner served daily. Parking and back entrance from Charleston Place. No reservations; come early to avoid the wait. See coupon in ad.

In the Kitchen with Bob Waggoner164 Market St. • Charleston • (Map G:7) 843-619-7529 • chefbobwaggoner.com Amazing cooking classes with Chef Bob, anaward winning chef, who will teach you tips andtechniques to build confidence in the kitchen.Each night is a truly unique and fun dinner partywith every detail carefully crafted.

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Oyster House on Market35 S. Market St. • Charleston (Map H:7) - 843-723-1151 • oysterhouse.menu • Come getfresh with us! Oyster House on Market is thenewest restaurant in downtown Charleston! Weare a causal fine dining establishment with a focus on oysters and seafood. Open for lunchand dinner daily.

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Deep Water Vineyard 6775 Bears Bluff Rd. • Wadmalaw Island • (AreaMap) • 843-559-6867 • deepwatervineyard.comOpen: Tue - Sat 10 am - 5 pmAfter indulging in a tasting at Charleston's onlywinery, stay and relax with us - we have manyanimals, a garden, outdoor games, and 50acres to explore. It’s a full day of fun for thewhole family.

Republic Garden Lounge 462 King St. • Charleston • (Map G:4) 843-724-7400 • republicreign.comPremium, innovative lounge and nightlife settingfor every day enjoyment or any special occasionlocated in the heart of Charleston’s upper KingStreet district. A modern venue setting the GoldStandard in hospitality through great food, greatdrinks, luxurious surroundings and exceptionalpersonalized service.

Benne Wafers are a uniquely Lowcountry snack. Dating back to Colonial times, the wafers came toAmerica from East Africa during theslave trade era. “Benne” is the Bantuword for “sesame,” which was plantedthroughout the South.


Charleston Crab House at 41 S. Market St., Charleston. Enjoy happy hour specials 4-7 p.m. Monday to Friday | charlestoncrabhouse.com

Pavilion Bar is located at the Market Pavilion Hotel, 225 East Bay St., Charleston.Open daily 11:30 a.m. to midnight | marketpavilion.com

Rooftop Cocktail Bar at the Vendue Inn is open daily for lunch and dinner at 19 Venue Range, Charleston | vendueinn.com/rooftop-bar

Stars Rooftop & Grill Room offers a 360-degree view of downtown Charleston at 495 King St., Charleston. Rooftop bar open daily | starsrestaurant.com

The Watch Rooftop Kitchen & Spirits is located in The Restoration hotel at 75 Wentworth St., Charleston. Open daily 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. | therestorationhotel.com

Dinner with a ViewThe Holy City skyline isthe perfect complement to your cocktail or dinner.Visit one of these rooftopbars to relax while takingin the blue skies, sunset ornighttime stars overCharleston.

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Charleston has so much to do and seeyou just might need a vacation fromyour vacation! Add these activities toyour sightseeing list. As a bonus, all are free or low cost.

1. Colonial Dorchester State HistoricSite’s well preserved archaeological remains give visitors an up closeglimpse into the early history of colonialCarolina. (Admission: $2/adults; free for ages 15 and under | southcarolinaparks.com)

2. South Carolina’s Palmetto Trail isthe state’s largest bicycle and pedes-trian project that runs from the sea tothe mountains. Locally, hike the 7-mile Awendaw Passage accessible in the Francis Marion Forest. (Daily parking:$5 | palmettoconservation.org)

3. Stop at the Avery Research Centerat the College of Charleston to view the collection of items that highlight theAfrican-American history and culture inthe South Carolina Lowcountry. (OpenMonday-Friday | avery.cofc.edu)

4. Summerville’s town square is a picturesque downtown lined with boutiques, restaurants, art galleries andantique stories. Go window shopping before stopping at Guerin’s Pharmacy –the oldest pharmacy in South Carolina –for an old-fashioned ice cream float.

5. Riverfront Park sits on the bank of the Cooper River in North Charleston. Stop by and see the GreaterCharleston Naval Base Memorial honor-ing the many military personnel and civilians who served our country and the Charleston region at the formerCharleston Navy Base.

Be sure to visit the Traveler of Charleston Blog for more free and low-cost things to do around Charleston: travelerofcharleston.com/blog

FiveCharlestonFreebies

Charleston Recipe


OLD-FASHIONED PRALINE COOKIES Yield: 2 ½ dozen

Ingredients3 tablespoons butter1 cup brown sugar1 egg, well beaten1 cup pecan halves

Instructions Melt butter and blend in sugar, add egg, nuts, flour,vanilla and mix well. Prepare a well-greased heavycookie sheet. Drop 1/2 teaspoon of batter for eachcookie, placing them 5 inches apart. Bake about 10minutes in a moderate oven, then loosen edges ofeach cookie with wide spatula and lift onto wire cakerack to cool and crisp.

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Recipe reprinted with permission from the Junior League of Charleston’s Charleston Receipts(The Junior League of Charleston, South Carolina, 1950).


Charleston Area Eventsapril – june 2016

Strawberry Festival

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Through Weeki Wachee Mermaids – Visiting the South Carolina Aquarium from Florida, three4/3 mermaids will swim among hundreds of animals in the Great Ocean tank, performing

a choreographed routine to musical numbers. Shows are 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. (included in admission). scaquarium.org | 843-579-8518

Through Festival of Houses and Gardens – Explore the city’s historic district in a series of 4/24 tours showcasing Charleston’s distinctive architecture, history, gardens and culture.

A number of special events are also part of this springtime event, including morning history walks, Circa 1886 Wine Tastings, Mimosas at Middleton Place and Harbor of History Boat Cruises. historiccharleston.org | 843-722-3405

1-3 Flowertown Festival – The Town of Summerville celebrates spring with this annual festival with more than 200 jury selected artists and their wares, food from local restaurants, rides and activities for children and more – all in Azalea Park awash in spring color. flowertownfestival.org | 843-871-9622

2 Cooper River Bridge Run – Thousands of runners and walkers make their way across the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge spanning the Cooper River for one of the largest 10K races in the world. bridgerun.com | 843-856-1949

2-10 Volvo Car Open – Formerly the Family Circle Cup, this is the largest women’s only tennis tournament in the world. Among the players at the Daniel Island tournament are Sloane Stephens, Eugenie Bouchard, Angelique Kerber, Venus Williams, BelindaBencic, Lucie Safarova, Madison Keys and Andrea Petkovic. volvocaropen.com800-677-2293

3 Lowcountry Cajun Festival – Louisiana comes to the Lowcountry for a full day of Zydeco music, Cajun and Creole foods plus kids’ activities, live music and a crawfish-eating contest. Event is noon to 6 p.m. at James Island County Park. ccprc.com | 843-795-4386

8 Kiawah Island Art and House Tour – Get a rare glimpse into the art and architecture of several private homes on Kiawah Island. Five homes in the gated community will be open for public viewing, each with their own unique style. kiawahartsetc.org

8-10 World Grits Festival – Small town St. George welcomes visitors to enjoy all things grits. Get ready to eat grits, buy grits, learn how grits are made and even dive into a vat of grits for the Grits Rolling Contest. worldgritsfestival.com

10 Blues by the Sea – Head to Freshfields Village on Kiawah Island for a free, outdoor concert featuring national blues artists; event is 2:30-7 p.m. freshfieldsvillage.com 843-762-9125

15-17 Kiawah Island Motoring Retreat – More than 100 rare and antique automobiles will compete for awards. There’s also an oyster roast, wine dinner, live music, seminars and a scenic motoring tours. kiawahconcours.com | 843-277-0271

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brewery/distillery article.For more Charleston area events, stop by our online calendar at travelerofcharleston.com/events.

21-24 The Lowcountry Strawberry Festival at Boone Hall Plantation – Rides, a petting zoo, pig races, acrobatic dog show, a playground and strawberry pie-eating contests are all part of this family friendly event. Plus, there are plenty of strawberries ripe for the pickin' in the U-Pick Fields. boonehallplantation.com

22 to 5/8 “Lend Me a Tenor” – It’s the biggest night in the history of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company. Unfortunately, renowned tenor Tito Morelli – about to make his North American premiere – is incapacitated by a series of calamities and someone is forced to impersonate him. The Footlight Players, 20 Queen St. footlightplayers.net843-722-4487

23-24 Hands-on Rice Planting – Join a costumed interpreter and learn how Carolina Gold rice was planted on Lowcountry plantations and about the African origins of rice andits cultivation in South Carolina in the 18th and 19th centuries. 10 a.m. to noon & 1-3 p.m. middletonplace.org | 843-556-6020

24 Blessing of the Fleet & Seafood Festival – Pay tribute to Mount Pleasant’s local shrimping and fishing industry at this event with a boat parade, live music, craft show and lots of free activities at Memorial Waterfront Park in Mount Pleasant. comeonovermp.com

29 to North Charleston Arts Festival – Concerts, street dances, fine art, photography, 5/7 film, public art installations, lectures, workshops, antique show, kids' activities and

fireworks finale. northcharlestonartsfest.com | 843-740-5854

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1 Old Village Mount Pleasant Home, Garden and Art Tour – Stroll the Old Village of Mount Pleasant, visiting six properties and sampling food from local chefs while viewing local art work and watching plein air artists at work. tinyurl.com/qjnwkbj 843-764-2323



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6-8 Greek Festival – Enjoy Greek food, music, folk dance performances, cultural exhibits and tours of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 30 Race St., Charleston. charlestongreekfestival.com | 843-577-2063

7 Lowcountry Shrimp Festival – Join the Town of McClellanville for a celebration of shrimp and a blessing of the fleet at the Robert E. Ashley Boat Landing on Jeremy Creek. Live music, local shrimp, frogmore stew, barbecue, hot dogs and beer plus more than 45 local artisans and children's play area. lowcountryshrimpfestival.com

7 Sheep Shearing at Middleton Place – The flock will be shorn between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., and interpreters will demonstrate shearing as it was done in the past using steel-bladed hand shears. middletonplace.org | 843-556-6020

27 to Piccolo Spoleto – With more than 500 arts and cultural events, Piccolo Spoleto 6/12 complements the international scope of Spoleto Festival USA with dozens of

inexpensive programs around the area, including visual arts exhibits, classical music, jazz, dance, theatre, poetry readings, children’s activities, choral music, ethnic culturalpresentations, crafts and film. piccolospoleto.com | 843-724-7305

27 to Spoleto Festival USA – Considered a premier international performing arts festival,6/12 this annual event fills Charleston historic theaters, churches and outdoor spaces with

dozens of performances by world-renowned artists and performers in opera, theater, dance, chamber, symphonic, choral, bluegrass and jazz music. spoletousa.org 843-579-3100

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3-19 “Oliver! The Musical” – Orphaned Oliver Twist goes from mistreatment in the London workhouses to falling in with a gang of pickpockets before finally finding a home in Lionel Bart's musical adaptation of the Charles Dickens novel. Flowertown Players, 133 S. Main St. in Summerville. flowertownplayers.org | 843-875-9251

4 Winestock Music Festival at Deep Water Vineyard – Woodstock with a wine twist, this event includes wines and Firefly spirit tastings, local food vendors, a “Best Hippie” costume contest and more. deepwatervineyard.com | 843-559-6867

4 The Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Festival – Head to Mount Pleasant’s Waterfront Parkto experience the Gullah Geechee people's history and culture through the sounds of music, Gullah storytelling and African drummers and dancers. Children’s activities available, including puppet shows, face painting, jump castles. Lowcountryrestaurants will have Gullah cuisine available for purchase. sweetgrassfestival.org 843-345-7849

5, 24 Reggae Nights Summer Concert Series – This evening event features old schoolroots reggae with a new school attitude at James Island County Park. ccprc.com

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Blues & BBQ Harbor Cruise – Cruise the Charleston harbor enjoying a barbecue buffet, liveblues music and cash bar. Thursdays through Oct. 27. charlestonharbortours.com 843-722-1112

Weekend Wine-Down is from noon to 4 p.m. each Saturday at Deep Water Vineyard. Tastings,food, music and the relaxing atmosphere of the vineyards. deepwatervineyard.com 843-559-6867

Charleston RiverDogs – Season opens April 7 with games all summer. Take in some minorleague baseball at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park on the banks of the Ashley River in downtownCharleston. Check the website for complete schedule and special promotions. riverdogs.com

Charles Towne Landing special events – The first Saturday is musket demonstrations. Thesecond Saturday is a monthly theme (April is Animal Forest; May is Maritime History; June isColonial Foodways). The third Saturday is cannon demonstrations. charlestownelanding.travel843-852-4200

Jazz Brunch Riverboat Cruises – These events feature live jazz music, a gourmet brunch buffet and a cruise on The Carolina Queen around the Charleston harbor. Spring dates are4/24, 5/8, 5/22, 6/5 and 6/19. charlestonharbortours.com | 843-722-1112

The Sound of Charleston – Experience the unique sounds that define Charleston's rich musical heritage: gospel, Gershwin, music of the Civil War, light classics and jazz, all presentedby professional artists in a live, 75-minute concert at Circular Congregational Church. Checkwebsite for select dates: soundofcharleston.com | 843-270-4903

“Sherlock Holmes and the Charleston History Mystery” – A hauntingly historical, hystericalwhodunit for fans of the Master Sleuth at the Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre.charlestonmysteries.com | 843-937-6453

“Captain Blackbeard’s Sing-Off Smackdown” – A witty, wacky, slapstick mystery where theonly solution is to join ranks with dead pirates from Charleston’s history in an all-out battle forsing-a-long supremacy at the Black Fedora Comedy Mystery Theatre.charlestonmysteries.com | 843-937-6453

Evenings in the Market – Each Friday and Saturday night through December, this street fair-style event showcases local artists, food vendors and designers the Historic CharlestonCity Market. thecharlestoncitymarket.com

2nd Sunday on King Street – On the second Sunday of each month. Street is closed to vehicular traffic from Queen Street North to Calhoun Street. 2ndsundayonkingstreet.com

Third Thursdays – Head to historic downtown Summerville from 5-8 p.m. every third Thursday. Shops and restaurants will be open late and some have special promotions. summervilledream.org

First Friday’s On Broad Art Walk – Stroll the art galleries along Broad Street in downtownCharleston from 5-8 p.m. the first Friday of each month. charlestongalleryrow.com

* Event details are subject to change. Please call ahead or check the listed website for confirmation.


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Getting AroundSome transportation options for getting arounddowntown Charleston and the surrounding areas.

■ WATER TAXI: Transports visitors fromdowntown Charleston(Aquarium Wharf or Water-front Park) to Mount Pleasant(Patriots Point or CharlestonHarbor Resort and Marina).Taxi runs each hour; $10 forall-day pass. No reservationsneeded. $20 round trip.Call 843-330-2989 for pickup.charlestonwatertaxi.com

■ BUS: The CARTA bus system has regular routes that travel tomajor destinations. The DASHtrolley service is available freeof charge if you’re travelingaround downtown Charleston.ridecarta.com | 843-724-7420

■ RICKSHAWS AND PEDICABS: Available in downtownCharleston as are taxi cabsfor transportation around the Lowcountry.


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SEE + DO Adventure Sightseeing Bus Tours 27Angler Management Charters 32Audubon Center at Beidler Forest 23Barrier Island Eco Tours 20Black Fedora Comedy Theatre 18Boone Hall Plantation 5Bulldog Walking Tours 19Charleston Farmer's Market 63Charleston Harbor Tours 3Charleston Water Taxi 28Combo Tour: Boone Hall + Harbor Tour 35Combo Tour: Carriage + Harbor Tour 36Combo Tour: Ghost Walking + Harbor Tour 33Culinary Tours of Charleston 17Drayton Hall 26Edmondston-Alston House 20Fort Sumter Tours 72GrayLine Bus Tours 29Isle of Palms Marina 8Low Country Yacht Charters 33McLeod Plantation Historic Site 35Middleton Place 38Nature Adventures Outfitters 34North Charleston Arts Fest 60North Charleston Fire Museum 30North Charleston, City of 32Palmetto Carriage Works 2Patriots Point Maritime Museum 9RedFin Fishing Charters 7Sandlapper Water Tours 31South Carolina Aquarium 39SpiritLine Cruises Harbor Tour 25Summerville, Town of 34The Footlight Players 18The Reel Deal Charters 24The Schooner Pride Sailing Tour 37The Sound of Charleston 38Tidalwave Watersports 8USS Yorktown Ghost Tours 30Wild Blue Ropes 23

SHOP + SAVORDacuba's Fine Jewelry 45Doll Clothes Factory 46Low Country Harley-Davidson 45Mount Pleasant, Town of 47Nice Ice Jewelry 71Terrace Oaks Antique Mall 43

EAT + DRINKCharleston Crab House 52Chow Down Charleston Food Tours 50Cru Café 49Deep Water Vineyard 49East Bay Deli 53Hyman's Seafood 57In the Kitchen w/Chef Waggoner 56Middleton Place Restaurant 49Oyster House on Market 54Republic Garden & Lounge 55SpiritLine Dinner Cruise 51


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