Splurge on Hilton Head Island’s Most Storied Courses
During the past half-century, Hilton Head Island has emerged as one of America’s premier resort meccas in large part due to its three anchor resorts: The Sea Pines Resort, Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort and Port Royal Resort.
A Family Guide to Summer on Hilton Head Island
Summertime is always a magical time of year, but on Hilton Head Island, it's extra special. From long-stretching beaches and beautiful cotton candy sunsets to endless amounts of activities for every type of family adventurer, the Lowcountry is the ideal summer escape. Follow along with our guide to learn more about what an unforgettable vacation on Hilton Head Island looks like.
Coligny Beach Park Named a Best Family Beach!
I was thrilled to read in my June issue of Parents magazine that our very own Coligny Beach Park was name #2 Best Family Beach! The editorial staff at Parents researched and waded through over 1,000 different U.S. beaches to find the top 10 best beaches that are kid-friendly and also fun for adults. Coligny Beach offers something for everyone; whether you have little kids or teens…it truly is the hub of the Island’s beach activities.
Paddle boarding hilton head style
So the newest craze on Hilton Head Island is paddle boarding. Seems like everyone is doing it now…or at least everyone knows about it. Called the sport of, “Hawaiian Kings,” it is essentially paddling on a surfboard (slightly fatter and heavier), bringing together the joy of being out on the water and gliding on its surface, almost like “walking on water,” and the discipline of paddling, akin to kayaking, but standing up.
Tasting Tradition with Lowcountry Oyster Stew Recipe
From 1335 A.D. when Green’s Shell Enclosure (a four-foot-tall shell ridge that encloses two acres) was built along the banks of Skull Creek, to the1890s until the 1950s when the Hudsons and Toomers operated oyster factories on the Island, Hilton Head has shucked its share of oysters. Much of the Island’s landmarks and legacies are built on these briny bivalves, making our Island’s history not only interesting but tasty, too.
Hilton Head Island Seafood Q&A with Andrew Carmines
One of the best ways to connect with people is by sharing a delicious meal. On Hilton Head Island, that often means diving into some of the world's freshest (and tastiest!) seafood. With more than 250 restaurants on the Island, you're spoiled for choice! We connected with one of Hilton Head Island's culinary experts, Andrew Carmines—the founder & president of Shell Ring Oyster Company and general manager of Hudson's Seafood House on the Docks—for a Q&A about his career, businesses, and top oyster tips.
