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Named for Charles II of Great Britain and Ireland to honor the king who succeeded in guiding Britain during a time of religious unrest between Anglicans, Catholics, and dissenters, Charleston is a South Carolina Lowcountry getaway that boasts elegance, Southern charm, and warm hospitality.
The city has wide appeal. If you’re a history buff, there’s much to learn and explore. If you’re a foodie, you’ll unpack culinary treasures from South Carolina barbecue, seafood, and sweet treats. If you enjoy the water for rest and recreation, Charleston has great beaches and water activities, as well as a floating naval vessel at Patriots Point.
Where to Start
Fuel up at Kaminsky’s Dessert Café on North Market Street, in the nucleus of the goings-on in Charleston. Filled with various types of hot and cold coffee as well as teas and ciders, it might be a place to return to for a slice of homemade pecan or key lime pie. As you exit the café, the Charleston City Market is directly across the street. Open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., it’s filled with Lowcountry art, sweetgrass baskets of African origin, foods, and artisan creations.
Allyson Portee has a background in International Politics and worked for a few years in Washington, D.C., before finding herself in a completely different arena—lifestyle journalism. When she's not writing about fashion, travel, or culture, she's writing about faith-based topics.
