Monday, July 4, 2011

Charleston Is The Place For Romance

By Ron Williams


Come summertime, travel destinations that have a stretch of water to provide become popular. If the area is also a picturesque one, with exciting activities to offer plus some captivating history to add romance and character to the area, the holiday may be all the more fun. Charleston, SC has all of this plus much more to offer.

Cool off with Water Sports

One of the most preferred activities for visitors in Charleston is to enjoy the numerous water sports available here. Surf, paddle board or perhaps take a invigorating swim in the sparkling waters and truly feel your worries melt away. If you desire to have something special to talk about after your holiday, go for kite boarding offered here. Those vacationers who would like to have a more peaceful activity can always opt for fishing or boating.

Water Safety at Charleston

The state takes the water safety of its guests and residents very seriously as reported in this State Journal article. It is one of the primary reasons why a lot of guests go to Charleston to take part in their favorite water sports. With mile after mile of inviting water, countless visitors flock here all through the summer time. Due to the fact that the waters are usually crowded makes it a lot more important that suitable water safety measures are implemented. The Charleston County Park and Recreation Commission outlines some fundamental recommendations for you to adhere to in the water. The simple recommendations and advice go a along way in making sure that every tourist's water sporting holiday ends in joy. There are some specific stipulations enforced on those that want to enjoy the different types of water sports offered here. These include regulations regarding operating a boat if consuming alcohol and making certain that adequate life safety equipment such as life jackets are stored above water faring vessels. The fact is, attending a course about boating safety is mandatory for those who operate boats here.

Pirate Tours

The water isn't all you are able to enjoy when you're vacationing at Charleston. Be sure you take part in one of the Pirate Tours of Charleston, SC. These tours are very renowned and have been featured on The History Channel, CNN, USA Today, even The Wall Street Journal. Charleston's strategic position as an important port made it a great place for pirates to ply their 'trade'. Blackbeard has been said to have blockaded the port in 1718, while men like Charles Vane and many others terrorized the seas in the days gone by. Learn about these men as well as the lives they influenced from your costumed guide on the Charleston pirate tour.

A Family Vacation Spot

There is something for everyone in Charleston and this is the reason why it the perfect family holiday destination. If you desire a really authentic 18th century experience during your vacation, you can book yourself into The Lodge Alley Inn, a bluegreen resort. This magnificent resort includes a collection of 18th century warehouses painstakingly restored through a bluegreen initiative. You and your family will just love the Victorian suites and parlors with fireplace. The resort even throws in a walking tour of Charleston with a guide for you and your family. If you're here for a romantic escape, you may also want to try the horse carriage ride around town.




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