Southern Living Magazine Calls Hilton Head Island “South’s Best Beach Town”
And the winner of the the Best Beach Town in the South goes to.......you guessed it: Hilton Head Island! Southern Living magazine has given Hilton ... Keep Reading
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Pickleball Makes Family Memories
Playing pickleball provides perfect family memories! On Sunday, June 9 — after a very challenging day threatened by rain, including a brief ... Keep Reading
Eco-Friendly Guide to Hilton Head
Being eco-friendly is becoming more and more important. Hilton Head Island encourages visitors and locals to do what they can protect the environment. ... Keep Reading
Public Boat Landings on Hilton Head and Vicinity
Boating is a favorite past time for locals and visitors. The question is 'where to launch?' Look no further. Here is a list of public boat landings on ... Keep Reading
Family Fun on Hilton Head
Catch a Kid-Friendly Show Live music and entertainment are Hilton Head staples. There are plenty of shows available that are meant just for kids. ... Keep Reading
8 Ways Golf is Changing
Golf is changing and Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort is leading the way. 1. Golf is changing with upgraded ball designs and materials and ... Keep Reading
Pickleball Happenings
Pickleball Happenings For those who have not been to Hilton Head Island since last summer, you will notice some big changes at the Palmetto Dunes ... Keep Reading
Get On Board with Standup Paddleboarding!
Stand up paddleboarding (SUP) is an offshoot of surfing that originated in Hawaii. Unlike traditional surfing where the rider sits until a wave ... Keep Reading
Dining with Kids
Adults want a delicious, relaxing meal and kids just want to have fun. With hundreds of restaurants catering to every taste and budget, dining ... Keep Reading
Top Travel Tips For the Best Family Vacation Ever
Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort has been welcoming families for decades. With roomy vacation rentals that fit the whole family and ... Keep Reading
The Glorious Gator!
Alligators play a key role in the lowcountry ecosystem. With the arrival of May, Hilton Head Island’s high season officially kicks into full gear. ... Keep Reading
Cobia Season
These brown battlers, a.k.a. cobia, offer exceptional sporting opportunities. Heralds of spring, the highly anticipated arrival of cobia by local ... Keep Reading
Dandelion Wine
Here are a few tips to make a batch of Dandelion Wine, a spring delicacy. We all know that when life gives us lemons we should make lemonade, but did ... Keep Reading
Pickleball Happenings
By Mark Anders, Head Pickleball Pro at Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort Last spring, two gentlemen from Minnesota met on the pickleball courts at ... Keep Reading
April GOLF Musings
Make a point to improve your swing and refine your game this spring. April is the perfect time of year to tee off on Hilton Head Island. Here are a ... Keep Reading
Get Your Plaid On! at the RBC Heritage Golf Tournament
The tradition continues April 15-21, 2019 when the biggest names on the PGA tour return to the Harbour Town Golf Links in The Sea Pines Resort for the ... Keep Reading
The Golf Bike: A Great Way to Get Around the Course
There is a fun “green” way to get around all three of Palmetto Dunes' Hilton Head golf courses this spring: the golf bike! The golf bike is a ... Keep Reading
In Search of Sheepies
Weeks of cold bad weather brought on a case of cabin fever, so a prediction of calm seas left me with no choice but to head off the beach and fish for ... Keep Reading
Spring Gardening Fever in the Lowcountry
Another delicious springtime in the Lowcountry! There are many reasons to get your hands in the garden this year, from the health benefits of fresh ... Keep Reading
Pot O’ Gold Cocktail Recipe
The Pot O’ Gold Cocktail, recipe courtesy of the Hilton Head Distillery, is sure to make all Irish eyes smile. This vodka cocktail has five ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Island’s Do’s & Don’ts
Here are just a few things to remember during your visit to Hilton Head for a happy and safe vacation! Alcohol: Drinking/possession of alcohol on ... Keep Reading
Shelter Cove Community Park: A Hilton Head Gem
Shelter Cove Community Park has become a popular place for Island Recreation Association’s festivals. This community park is also a fantastic ... Keep Reading
Palmetto Dunes Wedding Trends
If you’re planning a Lowcountry celebration, there is one thing we know for sure—guests are bound to have a heckuva good time. After all, there are so ... Keep Reading
Here’s to a Healthy Valentine’s Day with Wine and Chocolate
For many couples, it wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without fine dining with red wine and decadent dark chocolate. But did you know that there are many ... Keep Reading
Fishing for Sheepshead
A day on the water is always full of surprises. “Light north wind, and seas less than a foot,” my brother Don said. “I have plenty of fiddlers. You ... Keep Reading
The Majestic Great Blue Heron
One of the many creatures you are sure to encounter in the Sea Pines Forest Preserve is the Great Blue Heron. A Lowcountry treasure, this giant bird ... Keep Reading
Where to Shop This Winter, Island Style
In January and February you may feel all shopped out after the holidays. But there are some great deals to be had to help you stick to your ... Keep Reading
Hungarian Wines: For A Delicious Taste Of History.
The Hungarian word for wine is bor. One thing for certain is that with its fascinating history, unique growing conditions and range of flavors, ... Keep Reading
Pickleball: Best Two Hours of Fun on Hilton Head Island
If you haven’t played in a pro-supervised pickleball round robin, you are missing out. Palmetto Dunes invites you to two exciting hours of learning ... Keep Reading
Fall Splendor
The Lowcountry is full of subtle surprises this season. Ah, fall! This favorite season conjures up images of vibrantly colored leaves. The nip in ... Keep Reading
Port Royal Plantation
Port Royal Plantation is Hilton Head Island's only completely private oceanfront residential community. Port Royal Plantation lies at the heel of the ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Island History
Early History Of Hilton Head The Sea Pines shell ring is one of the first pieces of evidence of human occupation on Hilton Head Island. It can ... Keep Reading
The Great Sea Island Storm of 1893
On Sunday night, August 27, 1893, the eye of the huge, slow-moving Category 3 hurricane landed just south of Savannah. The storm ripped through South ... Keep Reading
10 Little-Known Facts About Dolphins
Approximately 170 Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins (Tursiops truncates) are full-time residents in Beaufort County. The local population increases ... Keep Reading
Golf is for Everyone
Enjoy the game that everybody can play together. My friend, Leo Luken, played golf at the age of 94 and was able to score his age or better. ... Keep Reading
Facts about South Carolina
South Carolina became the eighth state to ratify the U.S. Constitution, on May 23, 1788. South Carolina became the first state to vote in favor of ... Keep Reading
Island Winery Honored as Top Winery Worth Traveling For
Hilton Head Island's very own Island Winery was named a “Top Wineries and Breweries Worth Traveling For” by FlipKey, Trip Advisor’s vacation travel ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Named America’s 7th Happiest Seaside Town by “Coastal Living”
The world-class golf courses, pristine beaches and laid-back Lowcountry lifestyle have gotten Hilton Head Island another accolade: America’s 7th ... Keep Reading
Shop More Local on Hilton Head Island
We invite you to Shop More Local! Did you know that if each family in Beaufort County spent $20 at a local business, there would be a $57 million ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Island’s Secret Beaches
On Hilton Head Island, there is always more than meets the eye. Many treasures hide deep in secret alcoves off the beaten path. To get to these ... Keep Reading
Welcome to Hilton Head Island!
Looking for a vacation spot that has it all? Try Hilton Head Island! While the rest of the country is gearing up for winter, Hilton Head Island is ... Keep Reading
Shelter Cove Harbour – GPS: 1 Shelter Cove Lane
Stroll along Shelter Cove Harbour and visit one of the many local shops, great places to dine. Don't forget the HarbourFest each Tuesday druing the ... Keep Reading
