TRAVELRAGS

South Carolina

21 stories · 6 publicationsRSS
CitiesCharleston13Hilton Head Island2Gaston1Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor1Hardeeville1Hopkins1Myrtle Beach1Sumter1
Digest

See. Congaree National Park Paddle swamp trails in this national park, one of the newest in the US. Sweetgrass basket weaving Witness this enduring Gullah Geechee cultural tradition, with roots in West and Central Africa. Gateway Walk Explore gardens, architecture, and cemeteries on this quiet path in Charleston. Swan Lake Iris Gardens Visit the only public park in the U.S. home to all 8 swan species and extensive Japanese Iris plantings.

Eat. The Crossing Enjoy coastal Mediterranean cuisine and fresh Lowcountry ingredients at this Charleston waterfront restaurant. Frogmore Stew Sample this traditional one-pot meal, a communal dish from St. Helena Island.

Stay. The Cooper Experience Charleston's first luxury waterfront hotel with sweeping harbor views and maritime-inspired design. 20 South Battery Stay in this glitzy, hospitable bed-and-breakfast, a restored historic house in Charleston. Cannonborough-Elliotborough Consider this area for Airbnb rentals, offering central access to Charleston's attractions.

Lonely PlanetJul 15, 2026

12 of the newest national parks in the US

You might already know the most popular US national parks, but maybe not the newer ones. Here

19 things in this story
  • YellowstoneSightYellowstone National Park, United StatesIt was established by the 42nd U.S.
  • Grand CanyonSightGrand Canyon Village, United StatesThe Grand Canyon is 277 miles (446 km) long, up to 18 miles (29 km) wide and attains a depth of over a mile.
  • Great Smoky MountainsPlaceGatlinburg, United StatesThey are a subrange of the Appalachian Mountains and form part of the Blue Ridge Physiographic Province.
  • White SandsAirportAlamogordo, United StatesSled New Mexico's gypsum dunes, otherworldly hues at sunrise/sunset.
  • New River Gorge National Park and PreserveNature reserveOak Hill, United StatesWest Virginia's first national park, great for white water rafting.
  • SaguaroSightTucson, United StatesHome to towering Arizona cacti, some tallest in the world.
  • CongareeSightGaston, United StatesSouthern swamp with strange root sculptures from giant cypress trees.
  • YosemiteSightYosemite Valley, United StatesIt is bordered on the southeast by the Sierra National Forest and on the northwest by Stanislaus National Forest.
  • Indiana DunesNature reservePorter, United StatesUrban park with incredible biodiversity, rivals Hawaiʻi.
  • Gateway ArchParkSt. Louis, United StatesUtterly moving monument honoring westward migration.
  • PinnaclesSightSoledad, United StatesKnown for eroded spires, extinct volcano, and talus caves.
  • Great Sand DunesSightMosca, United StatesTallest dunes in North America, great for sandboarding.
  • Cuyahoga ValleyNature reserveBrecksville, United StatesPeaceful and waterfall-filled urban oasis.
  • Black Canyon of the Gunnison National ParkNature reserveMontrose, United StatesNamesake rock walls drop a dizzying 2600ft below.
  • IntegratronSightJoshua Tree, United StatesCuriosity built by a UFOlogist, used for sound baths.
  • Crochet MuseumMuseumJoshua Tree, United StatesA teeny tiny museum.
  • Noah Purifoy outdoor museum and sculpture parkMuseumJoshua Tree, United StatesOutdoor museum and sculpture park.
  • Krblin Jihn KabinSightJoshua Tree, United StatesArt installation dedicated to an alternate reality.
  • Signal Hill Petroglyph TrailTrailTucson, United StatesBeginner-friendly trail to hundreds of examples of rock art.
Read the full piece at Lonely Planet →

Condé Nast TravelerJul 14

The Best Islands to Visit for Turquoise Coves, Cliffside Villages, and World-Class Snorkeling

Welcome to paradise.

20 things in this storyRead the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →

AfarJul 8

The Cooper Redefines Charleston’s Waterfront Stay

The city’s first luxury waterfront hotel pairs sweeping harbor views, maritime-inspired design, and on-the-water adventures.

13 things in this storyRead the full piece at Afar →

AfarJul 7

Charleston’s Best Waterfront Dining Is at This Hotel

Charleston’s newest waterfront hotel serves seafood towers, sunset cocktails, and some of the city’s most striking views.

8 things in this story
  • The CooperHotelNew hotel featuring dining experiences
  • The CrossingRestaurantSignature restaurant with harbor views
  • SorelleRestaurantSorelle bring a modern spin on classic southern Italian cuisine made with Lowcountry ingredients to the heart of…
  • Bar MartiRestaurantRooftop bar with Mediterranean-inspired cocktails
  • Charleston HarborSightThe inlet is formed by the junction of Ashley and Cooper rivers at 32°49′7.10″N 79°55′40.41″W.
  • Spoleto FestivalFestivalCharleston's famed arts festival
  • Hinckley yachtPlaceProperty's yacht for pleasure cruises
  • private charter fishing excursionPlaceArranged through concierge with boxed lunches
Read the full piece at Afar →

OutsideJun 29

National Parks Out West Get All the Hype, but I Prefer Our Eastern Ones. Here’s Why.

Sure, Yosemite and the Grand Canyon are impressive, but our national parks columnist argues national parks in the East rival their popular counterparts out West when it comes to biodiversity, accessibility, and more.

21 things in this story
  • YellowstoneSightYellowstone National Park, United Stateswater is boiling and tie-dyed
  • Grand CanyonSightGrand Canyon Village, United Statescontemplated the insignificance of humankind
  • Angels LandingTrailSpringdale, United Stateshit by vertigo
  • Half DomeSightYosemite Valley, United Statesawestruck at the sheer size of the rock
  • New River GorgeNature reserveOak Hill, United StatesEstablished in 1978 as a national river and redesignated in 2020, the park and preserve stretches…
  • Great Smoky MountainsPlaceGatlinburg, United StatesThey are a subrange of the Appalachian Mountains and form part of the Blue Ridge Physiographic Province.
  • EvergladesPlaceHomestead, United StatesJust an hour from Miami, the 1.5 million acres of Floridian flora and fauna that make up the Everglades are home to…
  • BiscaynePlaceHomestead, United StatesWithin sight of Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and…
  • Dry TortugasPlaceKey West, United StatesThe park preserves Fort Jefferson and the several Dry Tortugas islands, the westernmost and most isolated of the…
  • Denali National ParkHotelDenali, United Statestallest mountain in the U.S.
  • El CapSightYosemite Valley, United Statestallest vertical rock face in the world
  • Crater Lake National ParkPlaceCrater Lake, United Statesdeepest lake in the U.S.
  • Great Smoky Mountains National ParkPlaceGatlinburg, United Statesbiodiverse regions, black bears and massive elk
  • Sequoia National ParkPlaceThree Rivers, United Statessheer volume of the trees is awesome
  • Shenandoah National ParkPlaceLuray, United Stateshardwood forest painted red, yellow, and orange
  • GSMNPPlaceGatlinburg, United Statessynchronous fireflies coordinate their light show
  • Appalachian TrailTrailGatlinburg, United Statesmost famous footpath in the world
  • Blue Ridge ParkwaySightAsheville, United Stateslongest linear park in the country
  • AcadiaNature reserveBar Harbor, United States
  • ShenandoahPlaceLuray, United States
  • CongareePlaceHardeeville, United States
Read the full piece at Outside →

Smithsonian MagazineMay 19

From Basket Weaving to Oyster Reef Conservation, Gullah Geechee Women Are Preserving a Living Heritage

Along America’s southeastern coast, descendants of enslaved Africans pass down traditions and knowledge of crafts, ecology and food through generations

13 things in this storyRead the full piece at Smithsonian Magazine →

OutsideMay 15

Go Here, Not There: 5 Less-Crowded Alternatives to the Most Popular National Parks

Looking to avoid the crowds at Zion or the Smokies? Our national parks columnist shares the intel on overlooked parks that rival the most popular spots.

22 things in this storyRead the full piece at Outside →

Condé Nast TravelerFeb 3

11 Boutique Hotels in Charleston for Southern Charm on the Coast

These properties lend luxury and authenticity to South Carolina's historic peninsula.

20 things in this storyRead the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →

Atlas ObscuraJan 27

Gateway Walk in Charleston, South Carolina

If you are looking for something to do in Charleston that you are unlikely to have done before, explore this quiet path developed in 1930 by The Garden Club of Charleston. Start by exploring gardens, architecture, and cemeteries at the St. John’s Lutheran Church and the Unitarian Church. Walk from the back right corner of the Unitarian garden and across King Street to the Charleston Library Soc…

12 things in this storyRead the full piece at Atlas Obscura →

Condé Nast TravelerDec 19, 2025

The Best Places to Go in the US in 2026

For retro road trips, outdoorsy getaways, and citywide revivals.

25 things in this storyRead the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →

Atlas ObscuraDec 9, 2025

Swan Lake Iris Gardens in Sumter, South Carolina

Swan Lake Iris Gardens is a 150-acre park located in Sumter, SC. It is the only public park in the U.S. that is the home to all 8 swan species, and it also boasts of having one of the nation's most extensive plantings of Japanese Iris. There is a lake within the Gardens, Swan Lake, that has a pedestrian walking trail around it, and visitors to the park can delight in views of the blooming Irise…

3 sights in this storyRead the full piece at Atlas Obscura →

Condé Nast TravelerDec 7, 2025

Expect to See These Hotels All Over Your Feed in 2026

From Venice to Kyoto and Costa Rica, it's going to be an unforgettable year for newcomers and familiar faces alike.

21 hotels in this storyRead the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →

Condé Nast TravelerDec 4, 2025

The 50 Most Beautiful Places in the US

“America the Beautiful,” indeed.

5 things in this story
  • Grand Prismatic SpringSightYellowstone National Park, United StatesLargest hot spring in the US, a rainbow ring of colors.
  • Highway 1HotelBig Sur, United StatesIconic American road trip route along the coast.
  • Cades CoveSightGreat Smoky Mountains National Park, United StatesVerdant valley with wildlife viewing opportunities.
  • Angel OakSightCharleston, United StatesOne of the most beautiful places in America.
  • Clay Head PreserveSightBlock Island, United States190-acre nature conservancy with walking paths.
Read the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →

Condé Nast TravelerNov 20, 2025

The Friendliest Cities in the US, According to Our Readers

Places that embody Midwest nice, Southern hospitality, and more.

12 things in this storyRead the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →

Condé Nast TravelerNov 12, 2025

11 Best Bachelorette Airbnbs in Charleston for Every Group’s Vibe

These chic rentals offer easy access to Upper King Street, local beaches, and popular restaurants.

28 things in this storyRead the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →

Condé Nast TravelerNov 10, 2025

Where to Go on Your Next Girls Trip

We asked well-traveled women to share their tried-and-true spots, and ended up with 14 picks from Puerto Rico to Puglia.

21 things in this storyRead the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →

Condé Nast TravelerOct 23, 2025

A Charleston Place-Inspired Packing List for Touring the Lowcountry in Style

This perennial Readers' Choice Awards favorite embodies effortless Southern charm.

9 things in this storyRead the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →

Condé Nast TravelerOct 9, 2025

40 Best Restaurants in Charleston, From Raw Bars to Barbecue Joints

Some of the highest quality eats in the Lowcountry

27 restaurants in this story
  • MerciRestaurantCoveted tables in a 19th-century building
  • Tutti PizzaRestaurantPizzas pair perfectly with wine from next door Graft
  • Marbled & FinRestaurantSteakhouse classics with prime beef tartare
  • Sullivan's Fish CampRestaurantSouthern fish camp tradition with fried seafood
  • Cane PazzoRestaurantWood-fired oven dominates space, serving pasta and pizza
  • XO BrasserieRestaurantCantonese and Sichuan classics, dim sum and dumplings
  • IndacoRestaurantBustling dining room with strong cocktails and Italian wines
  • HuskRestaurantMenu delivers seafood, steaks, and vegetables from garden
  • King BBQRestaurantBarbecue by the pound, poultry combo with five-spice chicken
  • Bintü AtelierRestaurantBintu Atelier is a West African restaurant with a splash of nomadic flavors.
  • LowlandRestaurantModern tavern with biscuit, Tavern burger, and celery salad
  • Babas on CannonCaféAll-day cafe serving overnight oats to caviar sandwiches
  • MaisonRestaurantThe best new French bistro restaurant in downtown Charleston, SC serving delicious seafood and french cuisine by Vandy…
  • TuttiRestaurantThis feels like a neighborhood joint, and that's because it is, with patrons mingling by the pick-up window even before…
  • Wild OliveRestaurantSeasonal tweaks with tender agnolotti and charred octopus
  • Vern'sRestaurantNeighborhood restaurant with advanced cooking techniques
  • The Obstinate DaughterRestaurantSister restaurant to Wild Olive with Italian inflection
  • Lewis BarbecueRestaurantTexas-style brisket and barbecue
  • Chez NousRestaurantCharming, charming, charming.
  • Slightly North of BroadRestaurantLowcountry cuisine with refined dishes
  • CostaRestaurantCosta* encompasses coastal Italian fare from Liguria to Amalfi and down to Sicily, standing as a vibrant testament to…
  • Palmira BarbecueRestaurantLocated in Pierpoint Shopping Center in Charleston 's West Ashley, you'll know you've arrived by the large mural on the…
  • Xiao Bao BiscuitRestaurantAsian soul food with steamed buns
  • The GroceryRestaurantA neighborhood gathering place featuring ingredients from our favorite farmers, fishermen, foragers and artisans.
  • KulturaRestaurantThe dining room's main feature is the bar, which the restaurant treats like a community table.
  • GraftRestaurant
  • Leon's Oyster ShopRestaurant
Read the full piece at Condé Nast Traveler →

Atlas ObscuraOct 1, 2025

The Surprising History of South Carolina’s Frogmore Stew

“There’s no frogs in this stew,” says Lavern Meggett, laughing. A daughter of the Gullah Geechee matriarch and best-selling author Emily Meggett , Lavern and her siblings now continue their mother’s culinary legacy, often while hosting events on the remote island where they grew up, off the coast of Charleston, South Carolina. “Here’s what my mom would say: Everybody would come over after a lon…

23 things in this storyRead the full piece at Atlas Obscura →

Atlas ObscuraAug 4, 2025

Charlie’s Place Episode 3: Power Cedes to Power

Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , iHeart , and Amazon . Rhym Guissé: A quick warning: Some of the language and imagery used to describe this period of time may be upsetting. Please take care while listening. Every time I visited Myrtle Beach, I went to Ms. Pat’s house, the woman who lived in Myrtle Beach her whole life. And every time I talked to her, I learned something new. O…

15 things in this storyRead the full piece at Atlas Obscura →
Ask AI · South Carolina

AI answers grounded in the 21 recent stories about South Carolina shown on this page. It can be wrong — the linked articles are the source of truth.

↑↓ to navigate · Enter to open · Esc to close