South Carolina Smiles and Places 2008 Official Vacation Guide - (Page 1) South Carolina Sm les SM and Places PUBLISHER SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION & TOURISM EDITOR-IN-CHIEF GWEN THURMOND EDITOR NICOLE CHRISTOS MANAGING EDITOR KASEY LOUDERMILK SENIOR EDITOR SARA BETH DILL COPY EDITOR JOQUITA BURKA DESIGN THE BOUNCE AGENCY CREATIVE DIRECTOR JOHN MCDERMOTT SMILES SENIOR ART DIRECTOR JIM REEL SMILES ART DIRECTORS JASON BARRY, JEFF GANDY, BARRY GODFREY, MELISSA NOCKS, CHANTAL NORTH-COOMBES, ANGIE PADEN, KRISTEN WHEELER PLACES ART DIRECTOR JASON BARRY ADVERTISING SALES THE BOUNCE AGENCY CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS PERRY BAKER, PAUL BARTON, ROBERT CLARK, SCOTT DINGMAN, RENEE EKMAN, FISHEYE STUDIOS, JANE FAIRCLOTH/TRANSPARENCIES, INC., MARTIN FOX, JEFF GANDY, JOSH GANDY, BARRY GODFREY, BRIAN GOMSAK, DOUG HICKOK, ALEX HYMAN/MEDALIST SPORTS, SAM HOLLAND, TIM HUEBEL, GARY KUFNER, KATE PHILIPS, CHRIS SMITH, TONY SMITH, DAVID SOLIDAY, STEVE THACKSTON THE UPCOUNTRY OLDE ENGLISH DISTRICT OLD 96 DISTRICT CAPITAL CITY/ LAKE MURRAY COUNTRY SANTEE COOPER COUNTRY PEE DEE COUNTRY THOROUGHBRED COUNTRY LOWCOUNTRY & RESORT ISLANDS MYRTLE BEACH AREA / THE GRAND STRAND HISTORIC CHARLESTON & RESORT BEACHES Welcome Arguably one of the best vacation destinations in the country, South Carolina is packed with something for everyone. Families find activities to indulge all ages. Couples find romantic getaways in our resort islands and historic cities. Golfers smile just thinking of the championship courses edging the ocean, set amidst Spanish-moss draped oak trees or teetering on the brink of a mountaintop. Some 200 miles of coastline provide sanctuary for a myriad of wildlife and outlets for nature lovers. From the Grand Strand to the Lowcountry, wide sandy beaches invite sun worshippers, water enthusiasts, anglers and others. Inland, travel back roads that lead to small towns steeped in history, quaint gardens, stately antebellum houses and lively festivals. Photographs and art in this publication are copyrighted and cannot be reproduced without the written permission of the photographer or artist and/or the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism. Every precaution has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the information contained within this publication. Dates, hours of operation, price quotes and contact information are subject to change without notice. We urge travelers to call ahead before travelling. Making the most of your visit Whether you’re visiting for the first time, are a returning visitor or a resident, the 2008 Smiles and Places Vacation Guide is designed to help you get the most out of your visit. Editorial articles in Smiles capture the essence of the state’s people, attractions—new and old — history, culture and, most importantly, cuisine. In the Places section or “green pages, we provide detailed information on the ” state’s 10 tourism regions and their attractions. Golf courses, a calendar of festivals and events, state parks map, information on getting here and highway emergencies, insider information and tips for international visitors also are in this section. Completing the packet is South Carolina Highways, which features the state’s hurricane evacuation routes. Come soak up the Southern hospitality that is South Carolina. It’s time! www.DiscoverSouthCarolina.com Copyright © 2008 by the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism. All rights reserved. No portion of this book may be reproduced in any form without the written permission from the publisher. SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION & TOURISM P BOX 71, COLUMBIA, SC 29202 USA .O. PHONE: 803-734-1700 FAX: 803-734-0138 Printed in USA 1/08 www.DiscoverSouthCarolina.com 1 http://www.DiscoverSouthCarolina.com http://www.DiscoverSouthCarolina.com
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