How about Charleston?

[tully mars]

My wife and I are going to do a four day weekend in early June we think,we're thinking about Charleston since we've never been there.We like historic towns,and we want to stay within a six hour drive,thought it would be ideal.Can anybody give me info,things to do,where to stay,and eat,that kind of thing?

[buffettbride]

You can hump a monkey in Charleston.

[ZeroDuval]

He does a pretty darn good job, he's been with Mr. Buffett for many years..... and not too bad to talk to if you get the chance......

Just don't get him mad or make him apply his trade....

[f2cdlzrd]

I think he's hot!

[shecrab]

I'd suggest staying at Charleston on the Beach, hotel is oceanfront on Folly Beach. There's a parks and recreation owned pier right next to it- over 1000 feet long, that rents fishing gear. There's a resturant on the pier also, and the pier is kinda the hub of activity on Folly.( Phone # is 843-5886464) Windsurfers, ect also for rent . All sorts of restaurants and bars within a coupla blocks. Folly is a very laid back place. You'll need to walk around the historic district of downtown Charleston, maybe take a carriage ride. There's a great aquarium downtown too. Just remember it's gonna be HOT and STEAMY that time of year.....

[shecrab]

oh yeah- Anchor Line (a restaurant) on the causeway of Folly was voted best fried scallops by locals. Also, you might wanna try Bowen's Island for a cold beer at sunset, great wandering decks overlooking marsh and creek- it's on the way to Folly.

[CUparrot]

To add to shecrab's suggestions (which are all good), I'll recommend Jestine's Kitchen on Meeting St (downtown) for some good Southern cookin.

[fruityparrothead]

We have always enjoyed our trips to Charleston. We've stayed in town AND on the beach..........I prefer the beach (imagine that! LOL).

The one thing I can tell ya........the streets downtown are VERY rough!!!!!!! Walking is the best way to go......love the Battery, as well. There are SOOO many interesting things to see and do in Charleston/Folly Beach.

I think you've made an excellent choice.

[Prthd119]

and The Sand Dollar , little bar on Folly ..usually has excellent Blues bands..

I lived on Folly for years..and grew up downtown...

Tommy Condon's is a fun Irish Pub , in the Market....(and just happens to be owned by my cousin.. )

[tully mars]

Well,I think we have decided to go back to Savannah instead,Savannah has become my new Key West!

[cocotel]

About 6 years ago we found a little bed and breakfast called the Serendipity Inn.
Beautiful place with easy access to the beach, small shops and restaurants.

[PalmettoSon]

Well,I think we have decided to go back to Savannah instead,Savannah has become my new Key West!

BLASPEMY!!! Savannah over Charleston? That's like choosing Orlando over Miami for a beach vacation. Savannah has reconstructions, Charleston has the originals. (These two cities have a bit of a rivalry going on.)

[Prthd119]

Well,I think we have decided to go back to Savannah instead,Savannah has become my new Key West!

BLASPEMY!!! Savannah over Charleston? That's like choosing Orlando over Miami for a beach vacation. Savannah has reconstructions, Charleston has the originals. (These two cities have a bit of a rivalry going on.)

No rivalry...Charleston wins...hands down.

Although...even though I lived in Charleston for 34 yrs..I am a little partial to a small island in NE Florida now.....

Ck out Amelia Island on the web if you're looking for a laid back vacation..and history......and well..just a good time....

[PalmettoSon]

And if you do go to Charleston, especially if you are going for history, don't stay at Folly, the beach is very crowded, and it's a solid 25 minute drive downtown (the islands are closer). Depending on your price range, I can offer some good lodging suggestions.

[Prthd119]

And if you do go to Charleston, especially if you are going for history, don't stay at Folly, the beach is very crowded, and it's a solid 25 minute drive downtown (the islands are closer). Depending on your price range, I can offer some good lodging suggestions.

Agree...

But what about Bowen's Island?

No trip to Charleston is complete without it....even though there's locals that don't even know about it....

[PalmettoSon]

And if you do go to Charleston, especially if you are going for history, don't stay at Folly, the beach is very crowded, and it's a solid 25 minute drive downtown (the islands are closer). Depending on your price range, I can offer some good lodging suggestions.

Agree...

But what about Bowen's Island?

No trip to Charleston is complete without it....even though there's locals that don't even know about it....

I don't disagree about paying a visit to Bowen's Island, or the Anchorline, for that matter, but I still would much rather stay downtown or in Mt. Pleasant, especially if only going for 3-4 days. If I were going for a long term beach vacation, I'd probably rent something on Sullivan's.

[Prthd119]

Good Memories..

My grandmother had a beach house on Sullivan's..and my Uncle was the pastor at Stella Maris....

We grew up downtown..and every May..we'd pack up the cars..and head to Sullivan's for the Summer....Yep..Sullivan's Island is just great!

Thanks for those memories today....I can see it in my mind's eye right now...

[East Texas Parrothead]

I love Charleston. He's my favorite! He has the bestest smile and he gives great hugs!!!

Oh. Sorry. I thought this was a thread about Jimmy's Charleston.

[Desdamona]

And he makes a great tourist destination!
(I think he has his own gravitational field. )

[LIPH]

I love Charleston. He's my favorite! He has the bestest smile and he gives great hugs!!!

Oh. Sorry. I thought this was a thread about Jimmy's Charleston.

I like Heather better.