History of the Irish in the Lowcountry
The Irish influence extends far beyond St. Patrick’s Day. Ever since William Mullins and Christopher Martin, America’s first Irish pilgrims, sailed ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Island Family Fun
Winter Weather BOMB
The first time I saw snow was in December of 1989. Due to the fact that there are no hills in Bluffton, four-wheelers pulled tubes and ... Keep Reading
Best Playgrounds on Hilton Head Island
If you are looking for a fun day out with the kids, Hilton Head Island is the place to be! If you need a break from the water, there are plenty of ... Keep Reading
Pickleball FUN in Autumn!
Summer has passed us by, and the prospect of cooler, less humid weather is welcome indeed! With the start of school, we typically see fewer families ... Keep Reading
Best Time of Year to Visit Hilton Head Island
Sometimes the most difficult decision of vacationing is deciding when. With this helpful guide full of Hilton Head hints on what to expect, what to ... Keep Reading
Shelter Cove Fireworks Light Up the Sky
Celebrate this summer with a bang! Every Tuesday night through mid-August, the sky over Hilton Head lights up with the Shelter Cove HarbourFest ... Keep Reading
New Year’s Resolutions for the Travel Lover!
For travel lovers, the start of a new year can mean the exciting welcoming of new travel plans and adventures. Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort has ... Keep Reading
Favorite Businesses Celebrate 35+ Years on the Island
From the 1970s to now, several businesses have not only kept up with the times, but also grown. They welcome generations of families to Hilton Head ... Keep Reading
Island Skiff’s CraigCats in Broad Creek Marina
Sometimes the coast just calls. The beaches beckon and the water welcomes wanderers, explorers, thrill-seekers, fishers, families and friends. Many ... Keep Reading
Lowcountry Animals
Hilton Head Island abounds with wildlife all year-round, making the island a natural wonderland full of local animals. Atlantic Bottlenose ... Keep Reading
Fun Fish to Catch This Summer
The Atlantic ocean and waterways surrounding Hilton Head Island offer many exciting fish to catch. Near offshore on the reefs and in the creeks, ... Keep Reading
Coastal Discovery Museum’s Discovery Lab
The Coastal Discovery Museum held a grand opening on Sept. 29, 2016 for donors who supported a new $400,000 Discovery Lab at the museum. At this ... Keep Reading
5 Exhilarating Shark Escapades on Hilton Head Island
Most of the time people don’t go looking for sharks, but aboard big boats with experienced captains at command, it’s a different story. Whether you ... Keep Reading
Visit the King Neptune Statue at Shelter Cove Harbour
The towering 12-foot bronze statue of Neptune, which doubles as a larger-than-life sundial, serves as an iconic symbol of Shelter Cove Harbour at ... Keep Reading
Snow Cones, Legos and Summer, Oh My!
What’s synonymous with snow cones? One might answer summer. Or Legos. Yes, you read that correctly: Legos, those building blocks from your childhood, ... Keep Reading
5 Ways to Get Air on Hilton Head Island
Cool breezes are the most important part of summer so you don’t get overheated. Some days, even on the Hilton Head Island, the air doesn’t move and ... Keep Reading
Shore Beach Service: Hilton Head’s Lifeguards
If you have visited Hilton Head Island’s beaches, you are probably familiar with Shore Beach Service. They are on the beach in the lifeguard ... Keep Reading
Pickleball Observations
The pickleball program at Palmetto Dunes began four summers ago, and has taught approximately 3,000 people how to play pickleball. Here are a few of ... Keep Reading
Golf on Hilton Head: A Case for the Month of July
Actual fireworks aren't the only things electrifying the air in July. Finding a challenge that excites and absorbs you, moves you and makes you want ... Keep Reading
4 Soothing Sails on Hilton Head Island
There are many activities on Hilton Head Island that take you out on the water, but none quite like the sailboats, which offer unforgettable memories ... Keep Reading
The Best Beaches on Hilton Head Island ☀️ 🏖
Take advantage of Hilton Head Island's coast, with its meandering marshes, sandy shorelines and ocean swells. With over 12 miles of coast to explore ... Keep Reading
Kids Sing and Dance with Gregg Russell
Gregg Russell is a household name in Hilton Head. His nightly performances under the old Liberty oak tree in Harbour Town are a testament to that ... Keep Reading
Desserts to Devour on Hilton Head
Along with sunscreen, sunshine and being outdoors on the beach this summer comes the necessity for satisfying your sweet tooth. With an Island full ... Keep Reading
Harbour Town Named “Marina of the Year”
The Harbour Town Yacht Basin adds ValvTect 2015 Marina of the Year to its list of accolades. Harbour Town's accolades also includes 2015 Marina ... Keep Reading
Music and Taste on the Harbour brings crowds to Shelter Cove
Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort hosts seasonal concert series, called Music and Taste on the Harbour. Music and Taste on the Harbour ... Keep Reading
The Blue Lady of Palmetto Dunes
Palmetto Dunes has beautiful beaches, challenging golf courses…and even our own ghost, known as the “Blue Lady” . This ghostly apparition is said ... Keep Reading
Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge
Pinckney Island National Wildlife Refuge offers a variety of opportunities to explore and enjoy the great outdoors from sunrise to sunset every day. ... Keep Reading
14 Beach Bag Essentials
Here are the beauty, style, tech and practical essentials you’ll need for a day at the beach: 1. Sun Glasses: Choose sunglasses that block 99 to 100 ... Keep Reading
South Carolina Frequently Asked Questions?
Here you will find some frequently asked questions about the State of South Carolina. How Did South Carolina Get Its Name? King Charles I of ... Keep Reading
Music and Taste on the Harbour
Both locals and visitors to the island will find lively entertainment and delicious food Thursday nights at Shelter Cove Harbour. Local musicians ... Keep Reading
Birdie James Brings Authentic Chic to the Shelter Cove Towne Centre
Birdie James is a unique and aesthetically pleasing store has chartered its own waters with their “authentic” flair. With a standout store ... Keep Reading
Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Juneteenth is a federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans. The day celebrates African-American culture. ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Yacht Charter Named “Best Private Charter” on Hilton Head
The 2022 yachting season is off to an exciting start for us here at Hilton Head Yacht Charter! Hilton Head Yacht Charter returned to the Island a ... Keep Reading
Get Outdoors for a Better Mind
As a kayak guide and instructor, I have observed the immense positive effects of simply being outdoors. I have guided thousands of people out on ... Keep Reading
Shop and Hop Til You Drop this April
Get hoppin’ over to one of Hilton Head's specialty shops, boutiques and outlets for unique items that will put a spring in your step. Make the Island ... Keep Reading
In Search of Sheepshead
With warmer waters that fuel an abundance of angling opportunities, spring heralds the promise of a new fishing season here on the Island. Having ... Keep Reading
Golf for You in 2022!
It’s never too late to pick up a hobby or sport that will bring out the best in you. Here are four reasons to pick up (or resume!) the game of ... Keep Reading
Pedals Bicycles: Old-School Fun on Brand-New Wheels
When Nick Wall was growing up in Palmetto Dunes, our little corner of the Lowcountry was quite a bit sleepier. This was the 80s, and Nick and his ... Keep Reading
A Christmas Morning Fishing Trip
The night before, they had been excited about the promise of an early Christmas morning present: a fishing trip. “It’s too cold,” complained the ... Keep Reading
Tanger Outlets: Quality, Quantity and Holiday Fun
Hilton Head and Bluffton are a feast for the senses, with something “beautiful,” “serene” or “scenic” around every corner. Does it surprise you, ... Keep Reading
DIY Lowcountry Holiday Decor
Want to spruce up your holiday home with a little bit of natural Lowcountry decor? The Lowcountry offers a plethora of natural beauty, all year ... Keep Reading
Shelter Cove Towne Centre’s Holiday Happenings
Overlooking beautiful Broad Creek, Shelter Cove Towne Centre features 290,000 square feet of retail, dining and entertainment space. From November ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Island Shrimp Festival Comes to Town
Hilton Head Island Shrimp Festival offers food and fun for the whole family! Experience flavors from local Chefs, Breweries and Vendors in ... Keep Reading
Shelter Cove Harbour’s Signature Summer Event Is Back!
HarbourFest at Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina is a weekly celebration during the summer with live music and entertainment, arts & crafts, kids ... Keep Reading
By Land, by Air, by Water…. Adventure Hilton Head Is Taking Off
Adventure Hilton Head launches GoKart Hilton Head in July 2021. GoKart Hilton Head joins ZipLine HH and Aerial Adventure HH ZipLine canopy tour and ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Island Music and Arts Coalition
Hilton Head Island Music and Arts Coalition The Hilton Head Island Music and Arts Coalition is a grassroots coalition, a fund of CFL, a 501c3 non- ... Keep Reading
American Alligators Are Active in April
Native to the Island, alligators are often seen here. But they can be elusive during the heat of summer and the cold of winter. Alligators will ... Keep Reading
Winter Water Fun!
Life on Hilton Head Island revolves around the water, even in winter! From Broad Creek to the Calibogue Sound, the Intracoastal Waterway to the ... Keep Reading
Lawton Stables: Hilton Head’s Wild Places on Horseback
Tucked away deep in the interior of Hilton Head Island is the 605-acre Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Viewing it on a horse from Lawton Stables is the ... Keep Reading
Presents to Remember: Giving the Gift of a Love for the Wild
’Tis the season to contemplate the gifts we have received in our lives, and how they’ve impacted us. Over the years I’ve given a lot of thought ... Keep Reading
