Planning a vacation to Hilton Head, South Carolina? Of course you’ve thought of the lounging on the sandy beaches, having drinks by the hotel pool, shopping on the boardwalk and eating in the fine restaurants the area has to offer. But what about when the sun goes down? There’s plenty of fun to be had after sunset and Hilton Head has plenty of awesome night life hot spots that you’re sure to love. So let loose, have a few drinks with friends and enjoy a few nights out on the town.

Here are the top 5 best night life venues to enjoy on your next South Carolina vacation (in no particular order):

The Lodge: This classy cigar and martini bar boasts some of the best drinks on the island as well as pool tables, darts, shuffle boards, a walk-in humidor and two beautiful stone fireplaces to cozy up next to.

The Jazz Corner: This fun [...]

Aside from being a beautiful city full of culture and attractions, Greenville has one landmark that really sets it apart from other American cities. Just west of downtown, you’ll find Falls Park on the Reedy, with beautiful gardens, nature trails, and waterfalls flowing right through the city.

Greensville is a town that is rich with history. Take a weekend history tour to lean more about the city’s historic sites, or visit one of the many historic homes, like Hanover House, which was built in 1716. Explore three centuries of South Carolina history at the Upcountry History Museum, filled with interactive multi-media exhibits that make learning fun for all ages.

There are also many other museums to visit in Greenville, including the American Legion War Museum, the Bob Campbell Geology Museum, and the Greenville County Museum of Art. In addition, there are countless art galleries, with some that specialize in work from local artists.

If you [...]

Myrtle Beach is full of things to do and see. It’s the home of many tourism attractions and one of the best places to vacation in South Carolina. According to 10Best.com, a trusted advice Web site for travellers, here are the top 3 tourism attractions in Myrtle Beach South Carolina that you shouldn’t miss out on.

• Ripley’s Aquarium, Myrtle Beach: This aquarium is the home to thousands of unique and colorful marine animals including sharks, fish from the Pacific and other interesting sea creatures. There’s a moving sidewalk that takes visitors through a glass-enclosed tunnel where they’ll find themselves face to face with sharks, an interactive Sea-For-Yourself Discovery Center and more.

• Huntington Beach State Park: This beach features a freshwater lagoon, nature trail, boardwalk as well as surf fishing and bird watching. Stay the night in a tent in the campground at the best preserved beach on the Grand Strand during your [...]

Charleston is the oldest city in the state, and while it has changed a lot over the centuries, it still has retained much of its historic charm. You’ll find cobblestone streets, Civil War forts and monuments, and beautiful 17th century homes with sprawling gardens. Stay at one of the city’s historic inns, or a quaint bed & breakfast with the charm of days long passed.

Tour historic houses like the Magnolia Plantation, which was built in the 1600’s. Stroll through their gardens, which are open year round, or take a guided tour through the plantation. Another plantation from the same era is Boone Hall, which has appeared in the mini-series North and South and the film The Notebook. Aside from being a historic attraction, Boone Hall Plantation is still a working farm, producing strawberries, tomatoes, pumpkins, and more.

Take a tour of Fort Sumter on a cruise through Charleston Harbor, and see the site where [...]

Peppertree Ocean Club offers a fabulous vacation experience for those who like to relax at the surf’s edge by day and hit up the Grand Strand scene by night. Most units have oceanfront views with private balconies, allowing you to sit back and take in the sweet ocean breeze.

After a day of soaking up the sun and enjoying your South Carolina vacation, you can find plenty of restaurants, nightclubs and a variety of entertainment just a few blocks away from the resort. The Ocean Club will welcome you to your home away from home any time of year.

For reservations or more information, please call 843-249-1421.

Peppertree Ocean Club
1908 North Ocean Blvd.
N. Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

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North Beach Realty offers 1, 2, 3 and 4+ bedroom luxury oceanfront and second row rental properties in North Myrtle Beach for your next South Carolina vacation. Our high rise condos include upscale appointments ensuring a great vacation for you and your family. Rentals include all the comforts of home along with all of the plush touches. New for 2010 are a select number of waterway and golf villas in the prestige Barefoot resort.

Whether you are planning the perfect long weekend or need a long-term or winter rental, contact the courteous professionals at North Myrtle Beach Realty for information about our oceanfront condo rentals.

North Beach Realty, LLC

1500 Hwy 17 South

North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582

800-274-1105

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Take your family’s South Carolina  vacation to the next level with a spacious beach house, luxury villa or oceanfront condominium from Century 21 Thomas Beach Vacations. Choose from one to eight bedrooms and such features as pools, hot tubs, lazy rivers, grills, and hammocks. Our award-winning housekeeping staff makes sure your accommodations are clean and ready for your family and our wonderful guest services staff will be happy to answer questions and provide suggestions.

You’ll find plenty of fun in family-friendly North Myrtle Beach and the Myrtle Beach area… amusement & water parks, professional baseball, championship golf, deep sea fishing, boat rides and more. Specialty shops at Barefoot Landing, Broadway at the Beach, the Mall at Coastal Grande, and Market Commons will let you experience “retail therapy” at its finest. World class entertainment abounds with wonderful shows & concerts at the House of Blues, Alabama Theatre, the Palace, and the Carolina Opry.

A new day, a new chance to play GuestQuest’s family vacation spot trivia!

This time, we’ll choose a state south of the Mason-Dixon line where you and your kinfolk can discover the following cool locales:

Okay, so where are all these fantastic places?

Where can you find the highest waterfall east of the Mississippi, a cute-as-a-button otter and an amazing steam locomotive?

Sure as you’re born, it has to be South Carolina!

Yesirree, South Carolina offers more in the way of family vacation getaway possibilities than merely sunny beaches (though staying at a seaside South Carolina resort isn’t a bad way to spend a week or two!)

Try South Carolina on for size it. You’ll like [...]