Founded in 1670, Charleston is one of America's most beautiful historic cities and played a significant role in the early founding and independence of the United States. Hundreds of carefully preserved structures from the colonial and antebellum periods including original plantations combine to represent over 300 years of fascinating history. Revolutionary War history abounds with legends of the Charlestonian patriots intertwining the past with the present. The Civil War began for Charleston residents as they hosted the secession convention in December 1860, which led South Carolina out of the Union, the first of eleven Southern states to withdraw. Four months later, the war escalated in Charleston harbor when Southern forces fired on the U.S. garrison at Ft. Sumter.

Steeped in colonial and Gullah history, Charleston offers a delightful palate for the senses including unique cuisine, colorful scenery, and an array of art, dance, drama and musical events.

Savannah

Founded in 1733 by British General James Oglethorpe, Savannah's unique historic district encompasses 2.5 square miles, the 22 beautifully designed squares included in the original city plan, and more than 2,400 architecturally and historically significant buildings. In the past, Savannah was considered such a rare treasure that in 1864 Union General William Sherman, spellbound by its beauty, presented the city as a Christmas gift to President Lincoln, thus preventing the burning that devastated other Southern cities during the Civil War. Today, the preservation of our historic treasures provides Savannah with renowned landmarks and antebellum architecture.

Gracious Southern hospitality and a charming historic district combine to provide a unique and memorable experience for Savannah visitors. Picnics in the beautiful parks and city squares, cruises on local waterways, a relaxing afternoon tea, or an exclusive champagne carriage ride are only a few of the unforgettable moments to enjoy in this intriguing city bordered by a lush tropical shoreline and offering a mild climate with an average temperature of 67 degrees. Nearby Hilton Head offers beautiful beach resorts and world-class golf at Harbor Town.

Sea Island

Sea Island’s concept was born in 1910 when visionary Howard Coffin, founder of the Hudson Motor Company, was attending an automobile race in Savannah and fell in love with the magical Georgia coast. On year later he purchased the 20.000 acres of marsh and highland that make up the island. By 1925 a cottage colony had emerged and a bathhouse and dance pavilion were built by the sea. Nearby residents flocked to the island for beach fun and bi-weekly dances. Golf was added in 1927. Sea Island became renowned as an exciting destination and has been host to many celebrities and dignitaries such as President Calvin Coolidge, Eugene O’Neill, Sarah Churchill, the Eisenhowers, and George and Barbara Bush.

Today visitors enjoy the serenity and natural beauty of the island. A great getaway for a family vacation, the resort offers youth programs with fun and educational activities, a relaxing haven for sunbathers, and challenging golf.

 Area Tours

• Civil War

• Architecture (Historic & Victorian District)

• Private Gardens

• Ironwork

• Low Country

• Gourmet/Southern Cooking

• Ghosts

• Art Museums and Galleries

• History

• Ships/Port

• Cemeteries

• Churches and Cathedrals

• Black Heritage

• Irish Heritage

• Jewish Heritage

• Antiques/Shopping

• Haunted Pub Crawls

• "The Book Tour"  Midnight In The Garden of Good & Evil