What Is the Lowcountry and Why is Hilton Head a Part of It?
The Lowcountry (sometimes Low Country or just low country) is a geographic and cultural region along South Carolina's coast. The region includes ... Keep Reading
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Farmers Markets of the Lowcountry
Savor the flavors of the Lowcountry with a visit to any of the area’s farmers' markets. From fresh local produce, meats and seafood to prepared meals, ... Keep Reading
Host Your Own Wine Tasting
Looking for a fun way to spend an evening with family or friends? Whether you are renting a beach house with a group of people or need an excuse to ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head or Bust
Have ever thought about owning property on the Island? It can be overwhelming to relocate to a new town. Whether you are looking for a primary ... Keep Reading
Proper Path For Golf
Most golfers fail to optimize distance and accuracy because their club takes the wrong route to the ball. To be specific, the club goes outside-in ... Keep Reading
Beach Marker Signs
Using Hilton Head's Beach Marker Signs Hilton Head’s beaches are marked with signs to let emergency responders know where anyone who needs help is on ... Keep Reading
Juicy Summer Delights – Watermelon
Perhaps more than any other fruit, watermelon is a symbol of summer, a juicy embodiment of the season. As the temperatures peak in the Lowcountry ... Keep Reading
Where to Go with Your Dog on Hilton Head
Family vacations are for just that, for family. Understandably, leaving your pup behind can feel like leaving a family member behind, not to mention ... Keep Reading
Delicate Dolphins
These speedy swimmers don’t just have fins to thank for their swiftness; their rubbery skin also plays a big part. Hilton Head is famous ... Keep Reading
The Gullah Geechee Corridor
The Gullah-Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor is a federal National Heritage Area in the Southeast. It represents the significant story of the ... Keep Reading
How Golf Promotes Togetherness
On Hilton Head, the very fabric of our Island community is woven with covenants that promote restful and restorative stays for our visitors. In my ... Keep Reading
Curious Cobia
“Look at those sharks!” is something that every charter boat captain has heard more than once while fishing the local waters in spring. And usually, ... Keep Reading
What You Need to Know About Biking on Hilton Head
Home to over 100 miles of public bike paths and 50 more of private paths, Hilton Head is one of America’s most friendly biking communities, even ... Keep Reading
Buying a Home on Hilton Head Island: The Pursuit Of Happiness
For many of you, that pursuit may include owning property on the Island one day. After all, the relaxing – yet active – atmosphere is certainly ... Keep Reading
Accurate Distance on the Golf Course
It's a dilemma all golfers face: How can I improve my accuracy without sacrificing distance, and vice versa? Marrying consistent length with reliable ... Keep Reading
Vacation Rental Tips
Use these Vacation Rental Tips when visiting Hilton Head! Get a vacation rental written agreement specifying the terms and conditions. Never wire ... Keep Reading
Summer Camps 2022
When school is out, camp is in! Below guide to some of the best camps, clinics and classes taking place in the summer of 2022. There’s something for ... Keep Reading
Yellow Crowned Night Herons
By Kathleen McMenamin, Master Naturalist Yellow Crowned Night Herons are a common sight during Hilton Head summers. These beautiful birds can be ... Keep Reading
Dolphin Feeding
A saltmarsh produces nearly 10 times the bio-mass (read: Food) of the most fertile agricultural soils. It is for this reason that the diversity of ... Keep Reading
Enjoy Free Sea Turtle Talks This Summer
Learn about our Sea Turtles at this free educational program. The talks take place every Monday in June, July & August (except July 4), starting ... Keep Reading
Hilton Head Wildlife
Hilton Head Island abounds with wildlife all year-round, making the island a natural wonderland. Listen for bird songs from cardinals and ... Keep Reading
Oysters: a Lowcountry Delicacy
Oysters have been a favorite staple for islanders for centuries. Early Native Americans harvested oysters, subsisting on the plentiful bivalve ... Keep Reading
Ways to Save: Confessions Of A Hotel General Manager
Ways to save on hotel stays: the discounts, the concessions, the lures. 1. Negotiate with the hotel. When business is slow, no property will turn ... Keep Reading
10 Must-Takes and Tips for Your Hilton Head Beach Vacation
Memorial Day is just around the corner, and this means one thing. It is the unofficial start of summer. Which means thousands of visitors and ... Keep Reading
Anhinga, Anhinga!
Have you seen something that looks like a snake, but also a bird, in the lagoons around Hilton Head? Anhinga Anhinga is the scientific name for this ... Keep Reading
The 3 Toughest Lies in Golf
Hitting a golf ball straight is difficult enough from a flat lie. When you and the ball are suddenly on different levels, it becomes even ... Keep Reading
The Heartbeat of the Lowcountry
During each and every day of the year, we witness a regular event that constantly transforms the salt marsh. Referred to as the “heartbeat” of the ... Keep Reading
HiltonHead.com Must Taste
Must Taste on HHI There are many delicious dining options on Hilton Head. Whether you prefer casual fare or elegance, you’re sure to find ... Keep Reading
Pamper Your Pet While You Stay on Hilton Head
Want to pamper your pet during your vacation on Hilton Head Island? During the pandemic of 2020, families and individuals realized that they ... Keep Reading
Please Don’t Disturb the Dolphins
The Atlantic bottlenose dolphin is probably the #1 wildlife attraction that encourages visitors and locals alike to get out and explore our South ... 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, nearly all of ... Keep Reading
Top 6 Wedding Cake Bakeries on Hilton Head
While the happy couple might be the center of attention the wedding day, the wedding cake comes in second! It is the centerpiece of the reception, and ... Keep Reading
The Half Volley
All of us who play tennis have been caught in no man's land and had to hit a half volley. It is one of the hardest shots to hit consistently in ... Keep Reading
Salt Marsh Transformation
Surrounded by a mostly evergreen maritime forest, the salt marsh reveals the arrival of spring in very subtle ways. As each day gets longer and ... Keep Reading
The Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn on Hilton Head Island!
Opened to the public in 2007, the 68 acre historic Honey Horn property has a history dating back 300 years. This majestic visitor friendly venue ... Keep Reading
Robber’s Row Played Key Role During Civil War
Robber's Row, a.ka. Sutler's Row, was once a thriving town. It served as a popular stopping point and recreational destination for Union soldiers ... Keep Reading
