Hilton Head, SC: Vacation Paradise

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When most people think of Hilton Head Island, Southtrails throughout the main roads and resort plantations.
Carolina their thoughts naturally turn to its white sandOf course, your vacation wouldn't be complete if you
beaches and lush green golf courses. With overweren't spoiled and pampered for at least part of your
twelve miles of beaches and 30 championship golftrip. Most of the larger hotels have their own day spa
courses, it's the Low Country's own version of "surfon site, or you can visit one of the many day spas on
and turf". But there's a lot more to do in this vacationthe Island. Another benefit of staying at one of the
paradise than sunning yourself on the beach andlarger hotels is that most have seasonal Kid's Clubs
playing a round or two of golf.that allow you to break away for an afternoon or the
Hilton Head also features some of the finest shoppingentire day while the children partake in fun filled
in South Carolina. With its upscale shops and boutiques,summer activities.
both Shelter Cove Harbour and Harbour Town areWhile your children are kept busy at Kid's Camp you
favorites among locals and tourists. And why not?can sneak away for a round of championship golf.
After a round of shopping you can enjoy lunch, dinner,Imagine yourself playing a round of golf with names like
or your favorite libation at an open-air caféNicklaus, Palmer, and Player. While you may never
while taking in the sites and sounds of the yachts inactually get to play a round with Jack, Arnie, and Gary,
the harbour. You can also take a few minutes driveyou can walk in their footsteps on one of their
over the bridge onto the mainland and the town ofsignature courses here on the Island. Many of the local
Bluffton. There you will found two outlet malls withhotels offer golf packages at nearby courses, but why
over 100 famous brand stores to choose from.be locked into one or two golf clubs in the vicinity of
Hilton Head Island also offers a number of outdoor,the hotel? Your best bet is to make your own tee
family-friendly activities for kids of all ages. You cantimes and play the courses that you want to play.
get up close and personal with the local wildlifeIf you have never been to Hilton Head Island, you're in
(although we recommend keeping your distance fromfor a treat. While most oceanfront resorts blind you
the alligators!) by taking a dolphin watch cruise, naturewith neon lights and tourist traps, the master plan of
boat cruise, or even just walking along the beachesHilton Head dictates that all structures must blend in
and lagoons. If you prefer to be more than a sightseer,with the natural surroundings. You're left to enjoy a
can also take one of the many deep sea fishingrelaxing, peaceful vacation in the natural beauty of the
charters, rent a kayak, canoe, or boat and take to theSouth Carolina Low Country.
water yourself. Landlubbers can rent a bikes almost