Firefly Distillery announces dates for popular Oyster Roast Series
October 21, 2024November through March, five seasonal events bringing together the Lowcountry Firefly Distillery, South Carolina’s most visited distillery, announces the return of its popular seasonal Sunday Oyster Roast Series. Partnering with…
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South Carolina State Museum to host major exhibition from Walt Disney Archives
October 21, 2024New exhibition exploring the art of the Disney costume to open in May 2025 Next Spring, the South Carolina State Museum is set to host a fan-favorite blockbuster exhibition created…
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Tom & Huck Distillers unveil LIVE Straight Bourbon Whiskey: A Melody in Every Pour
October 4, 2024A staple of the bourbon lineup delivers a bold and harmonious taste to celebrate live music From the makers of Firefly Distillery, Tom and Huck Distillers just released a new…
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Charleston retains title of No. 1 small city in the U.S. in Condé Nast Traveler readers’ Choice Awards
October 2, 2024For the third consecutive year, and 13th time in the last 14 years, Charleston has been named the most popular city in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler readers. The…
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Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE) to celebrate 43rd showcase in downtown Charleston
October 1, 2024TICKETS AND PACKAGES NOW AVAILABLE The Southeastern Wildlife Exposition (SEWE), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating wildlife and the great outdoors through fine art, live entertainment and special events,…
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Cypress Gardens to host annual Halloween in the Swamp Oct. 24, 25, 26
September 30, 2024Tickets to go on sale October 1 Cypress Gardens will host its annual Halloween in the Swamp for three consecutive nights: Thursday, October 24, Friday, October 25, and Saturday, October 26. Each night will…
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Bourbon, dogs, music and more: Popular Freshfields Village events return this fall
August 27, 2024Family-friendly events bring community together starting Labor Day Weekend Freshfields Village, the premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination 30 minutes from downtown Charleston, announced the return of popular community events…
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Emerger Strategies’ Sustainability Boot Camp at Lowcountry Local First
August 12, 2024Love the Lowcountry? Want to ensure your company is protecting what you love by being socially and environmentally responsible? Our Sustainability Boot Camp series is designed to empower businesses with…
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20 South Battery launches exclusive new packages
July 18, 202420 South Battery, a historic boutique hotel in Charleston, SC, today announces exciting new packages designed to offer guests unparalleled experiences in the Holy City. These packages include the “Water…
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Grant funding available for recreational trail safety and education programs
July 11, 2024The South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism (SCPRT) is inviting interested eligible entities to submit pre-applications for educational grant funding assistance from the Recreational Trails Program (RTP). The deadline…
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Charleston celebrates 12 years as No. 1 City in the U.S. in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards
July 10, 2024Make it a perfect dozen. For the twelfth consecutive year, the readers of Travel + Leisure ranked Charleston the No. 1 City in the U.S. Charleston also holds the distinction of being…
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20 South Battery nominated for Best Bed & Breakfast in the 2024 Charleston’s Choice Awards
July 3, 202420 South Battery announced its nomination for the 2024 Charleston’s Choice Awards in the category of Best Bed & Breakfast. This prestigious nomination places the historic hotel among the top…
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The Mills House, Curio Collection by Hilton inducted into Historic Hotels of America®
June 24, 2024The Mills House, Curio Collection by Hilton in Charleston, South Carolina, announced it has been inducted into Historic Hotels of America®, the official program of the National Trust for Historic…
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Explore Charleston hosts annual meeting
June 17, 2024Area Leaders Honored for Distinguished Service More than 450 business and civic leaders gathered at the Charleston Marriott for Explore Charleston’s annual meeting. Attendees heard from special guest Sheila Johnson,…
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Firefly Distillery unveils Tom & Huck Distillers: A New Era of Refined Spirits
June 13, 2024An elevated whiskey and bourbon experience launches ahead of Father’s Day & National Bourbon Day Firefly Distillery, South Carolina’s most popular distillery, announces the launch of Tom & Huck Distillers,…
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King’s North at Myrtle Beach National to undergo two-year renovation, reimagining Arnold Palmer’s classic design
June 10, 2024King’s North at Myrtle Beach National, an Arnold Palmer design that has long been one of the Grand Strand’s bedrock layouts, closed on June 3, 2024, to begin a comprehensive,…
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20 South Battery launches exclusive Seasonal Packages
June 6, 202420 South Battery, a historic boutique hotel in Charleston, SC, today announces exclusive Seasonal Packages for discerning travelers and Lowcountry locals that are available for booking. Featuring “Tiptoe Through the…
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Governor Henry McMaster proclaims May 19-25, 2024 is South Carolina travel and tourism week
May 22, 2024State Hospitality Employee of the Year also recognized To celebrate the positive impact South Carolina’s tourism industry has on the economy, workforce, and quality of life, Governor Henry McMaster today…
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Follow the North Star highlights search for freedom
May 22, 2024Special exhibition explores the African American journey The International African American Museum (IAAM) will host the world premier of a special exhibition highlighting the African American search for freedom and self-determination.…
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Meet the newcomers at Freshfields: Longevity Pilates, Showroom, Hanebrink Jewelers and more
May 17, 2024Four new retailers join the 30 elevated shops at the open-air shopping destination Freshfields Village, the premier open-air shopping and dining destination just 30 minutes from downtown Charleston, announces the…
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Wild Dunes Resort appoints Terri A. Haack as managing director
May 15, 2024Wild Dunes Resort, a Destination by Hyatt located on Isle of Palms, is pleased to announce Terri A. Haack as its managing director. Haack returns to Wild Dunes Resort after 17…
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Team South Carolina shines at National ProStart Invitational for seventh year in a row
May 8, 2024Hosted by the National Restaurant Association Education Foundation (NRAEF), Team South Carolina battled more than 400 competitors at the 2024 National ProStart Invitational in April at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront.…
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Moms take center stage at Soar In Style’s Fashion show this weekend
May 7, 2024Calling all stylish moms in the Charleston area! Soar In Style Wardrobe Studio, your go-to personal styling service, is hosting a fashion show this weekend – The Poised + Proper…
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Freshfields Village: Your ultimate summer destination for family fun and events
May 6, 2024Highlighting 7 “Can’t-Miss” Summer Events at the Village on Kiawah Island Freshfields Village, the premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination just 30 minutes from downtown Charleston, is pleased to announce…
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Historic boutique hotel 20 South Battery hosting launch party celebrating PBS show feature
April 17, 202420 South Battery, a cherished historic boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Charleston’s Old and Historic District, today announces its upcoming Launch Party on April 28th, celebrating its feature…
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Trident United Way and Transformation Table Lowcountry announce new partnership
April 8, 2024Trident United Way to sponsor Transformation Table Lowcountry’s 2024 Home-Based Dinners Trident United Way and Transformation Table announced a new partnership supporting Transformation Table Lowcountry’s 2024 monthly home-based dinner series,…
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Freshfields Village unveils extravagant Easter weekend lineup
March 26, 2024Kickstarting the holiday weekend with three dynamic events from live music to an outdoor movie Freshfields Village, the premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination just 30 minutes from downtown Charleston,…
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East West Partners announces release of 47 new residences in Phase III at The Waterfront Daniel Island
March 14, 2024East West Partners, a premier, nationally awarded residential and commercial real estate development group with offices in Charleston, announces the sales launch for its third collection of residences at luxury…
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Fripp Island named among the South’s Best by Southern Living
March 13, 2024Island recognized as one of the “Best Islands in South Carolina” FRIPP ISLAND, S.C. – Fripp Island is one of the South’s Best, honored by Southern Living as one of the…
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Charleston voted No. 1 in Southern Living’s 2024 South’s Best Awards
March 11, 2024For the eighth year running, the readers of Southern Living ranked the Charleston region No. 1 in its annual South’s Best awards. The awards recognize readers’ favorite destinations and experiences,…
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Charleston Wine + Food expands commitment to culinary community with new mission, programs, and announcement of Culinary + Hospitality Fund
March 5, 2024Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025, Charleston Wine + Food (CHSWF), the esteemed non-profit organization renowned for producing premier culinary events celebrating the rich and diverse food culture of the…
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20 South Battery hosts special house and garden tour benefiting the Preservation Society of Charleston
March 5, 202420 South Battery celebrated a special house and garden tour on Monday, March 4th. The event, organized for a private group, resulted in a generous donation of $35,000 to the…
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Meet the female business owners of Freshfields Village
March 5, 2024Highlighting local female retailers in celebration of International Women’s Day Freshfields Village, an open-air shopping and dining destination located on Kiawah Island, is celebrating female business owners in The Village…
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Peak Drift and Columbia Craft establish Craft Brew Inc.
February 29, 2024Peak Drift Brewing Company and Columbia Craft Brewing Company, award-winning craft beer companies based in Columbia, SC, have joined forces under the establishment of a new parent company for regional…
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Annual SC tourism conference celebrates industry success with Gov. McMaster and previews 2024 marketing strategies
February 16, 2024More than 350 tourism industry leaders from across the state gathered for the 59th annual South Carolina Governor’s Conference on Tourism & Travel on Hilton Head Island at the Westin Resort &…
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Dining locally in Mount Pleasant benefits everyone in the community
January 31, 2024The Mount Pleasant Chamber of Commerce (MPCC) and the Town of Mount Pleasant have joined forces once again. This time to encourage residents to support local restaurants and other food and beverage…
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‘Club 17’ will be another VIP option for fans at the upcoming Myrtle Beach Classic in May
January 29, 2024The Myrtle Beach Classic is set for May 6-12 at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club “Club 17” will be a new option for fans wanting a VIP experience at…
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Charleston Motorsports Club in development
January 25, 2024Charleston Motorsports Club, a members motorsport facility, is under construction in Greeleyville, SC. Only 75 minutes from historic Charleston, the 155-acre venue blends the thrill of high performance driving on…
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2024 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors announced
January 22, 2024Gov. Henry McMaster was joined by Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers and Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism Director Duane Parrish in appointing three South Carolina Chef Ambassadors for 2024.…
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Charleston Wine + Food amps up
January 22, 2024Culinary Village Offerings: More Food + More Wine + More Music + More Fun Riverfront Park will once again become the most popular village in town, as the Charleston Wine…
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Hank’s Seafood celebrates 25 years of serving classic Lowcountry dishes to the Charleston community
January 22, 2024Celebrate the Charleston staple with classic dishes, cocktails and live music This February Hank’s Seafood celebrates 25 years of serving classic Lowcountry dishes to the Charleston community. Known for its…
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54th Annual Upstate South Carolina Boat Show returns to Greenville Convention Center January 25-28
January 17, 2024Start planning for summer at the lake at the 54th Annual Upstate SC Boat Show at the Greenville Convention Center from Thursday, January 25 through Sunday, January 28, 2024. This…
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Colliers Report: Construction efforts and redevelopments create opportunity
December 28, 2023Commercial Real Estate Research & Forecast Report Q3 2023 South Carolina Hospitality Market Highlights As the hospitality industry steadily recovers post-COVID-19, shifts in room supply, propelled by construction and redevelopment…
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Shucked and Sauced returns for the third annual oyster, seafood, and barbecue fundraiser in Hampton Park
December 14, 2023The Charleston Parks Conservancy announces that tickets are now available for the highly anticipated event, Shucked and Sauced. The fundraiser is the city’s premier oyster, seafood, and barbecue celebration set…
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South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association recognized with award for outstanding marketing campaign
December 12, 2023The Council of State Restaurant Associations (CSRA) announced the recipients of this year’s CSRA Awards Program. Four state associations, including the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA), were honored…
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Governor’s Mansion Christmas Open House Scheduled for December 4
December 1, 2023Governor McMaster and First Lady Welcome South Carolinians for Christmas Celebration Governor Henry McMaster and First Lady Peggy McMaster invite South Carolinians and their families to join them for a…
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TravelBoom promotes Alyssa Foriska to Director of Marketing
October 31, 2023TravelBoom, the leading data-driven digital marketing agency for hotels, resorts, and vacation rental companies, has promoted Alyssa Foriska to Director of Marketing. With more than nine years of industry experience,…
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Charleston retains Title of No. 1 Small City in the U.S. in Condé Nast Travelers Readers’ Choice Awards
October 3, 2023For the second consecutive year, and twelfth time in the last thirteen years, Charleston has been named the most popular city in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler readers. The Readers’ Choice…
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Tripadvisor ranks Halls Chophouse Charleston #3 Fine Dining Restaurant in the U.S.
September 28, 2023Hall Management Group is proud to announce its Halls Chophouse restaurant in Charleston has earned a top national spot in Tripadvisor’s 2023 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards. Halls…
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International African American Museum and Bank of America partner to broaden access to art
September 27, 2023The International African American Museum (IAAM), which officially opened late June to welcome guests and community members to experience the full story of the African American journey, has made community…
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