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THE VILLAGEInterested in an ultimatelifestyle experience?Look no further than TheVillage at Wild Dunes®
ENDLESS VACATION A growing number ofvacationers are makingWild Dunes their homeyear-round
DRINK IN THE VIEWSummer nights heat upamidst Charleston’srooftop bars
FROM MILD TO WILD It’s timefor more than just adip in the pool
INCLUDING NEW 2008 SUMMER
VACATION PLANNERYOUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO WILD DUNES RESORT’S
SEASONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING GOLF, TENNIS, FAMILY RECREATION, ECO-TOURS, DINING
AND MORE!
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SEA ISLAND GRILLRomantic and intimate, easily one of Charleston’s top seafood restaurants. Open for three meals daily (6:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.), and for Sunday Champagne Brunch.
Located in The Boardwalk Inn | 843.886.2200 for reservations
THE LETTERED OLIVEUpbeat. Casual. This family-friendly scene is the newest restaurant in Wild Dunes. Offering an enhanced kids menu. Open for three meals daily from 6:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Located on the Village Plaza | 843.886.7300
EDGAR’S PUBWhere a well-stocked bar, burgers, fries and games playhost to golfers and sports fans alike. Serving lunch and dinner daily from 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. (bar open until midnight).
Located in the Links Clubhouse | 843.886.2296
DUNES DELIGrab and go. That’s Dunes Deli’s specialty. Or, if you prefer, we can deliver such items as our delicious pizza. We also offer a wide array of grocery items. Open daily from 7 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Located next to the Harbor Pro Shop | 843.886.2233
HUDSON’S MARKETA gourmand’s delight, this market teems with meals to go, ingredients for in-suite meals and necessary sundries. Open daily from 6:30 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Located on the Village Plaza | 843.886.7301
selections.you’ll have plenty at this resort.
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34The Village: A Natural Extension ofthe Wild Dunes ExperienceWhen it comes to resort living, no one does it better than The Village at Wild Dunes®. The Village offers residents and guestswhat some are calling the ultimate lifestyle experience. You’ll just have to see it yourself to believe it.
BY COLLEEN TROY
46From Mild to WildReady to let loose a little? If your answer is yes and you’re not afraidof a little adventure – or a little wind or salt water in your hair – thengrab your bathing suit and sunscreen and head down to the beachfor some of the most exhilarating watersports around.
BY COLLEEN TROY
54Endless VacationThe Lowcountry’s beauty and charm has attracted visitors for years. But now there are a growing number of people the region holds onto – turning one time visitors into lifetime residents.
BY LYN METTLER
68Winter WonderlandFor families looking to escape a harsh winter, Charleston offers a bit of a different “wintery mix:” Sunshine, sand and mild temperatures.
BY LYN METTLER
F E AT U R E S
WARM DAYS AT WILD DUNES RESORT MEAN ONE
THING: THERE’S PLENTY OF OPPORTUNITY TO GET
OUT AND EXPLORE THE WILD BLUE YONDER.
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DAY TRIPSummerville: Flowertown in the Pines
Summerville’s refreshing sea-breezes and pine-scented air made it a place of refuge for early Charlestonians who wanted to escape the summer heat. Today, this little town continues to provide a haven from the hustle and bustle with its quaint shops and inviting restaurants.
BY J. MICHAEL MCLAUGHLIN
D E P A R T M E N T S
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TRENDS IN HOME DESIGNSimply Summer Designs
Changing your home accents with the season is easy. Startwith a neutral palette and then blend in bright colors, boldprints and luxurious textures.
BY IVIE PARKER & ADRIAN SIMS
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TAKING THE LOWCOUNTRY HOMEFur, feathers, or fins? You choose!
The South Carolina Aquarium’s Adopt-an-Animal program gives Charleston visitors a chance to sponsor one of its many loveable creatures.
BY MICHELLE SALATER
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PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGSDrink in theView
Some of Charleston’s famous establishments have turned atypical happy hour into an experience for all of the senses.
BY MELISSA BIGNER
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IN GOOD TASTEFrom the Sea
While other cultures have been using sea vegetables intheir cuisine for centuries, Americans are just beginning to discover their versatility and health benefits.
BY SANDY LANG
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73 - ALL THINGS CHARLESTON
Things to See & Do, Dining, Shopping & Serviceslisted by geographic area with helpful maps.
76 - Charleston Area Events80 - Isle of Palms / Sullivan’s Island
84 - Downtown Charleston
86 - Mount Pleasant
90 - Daniel Island
92 - West Ashley / James Island / Johns Island
2008 SUMMER VACATION PLANNER
YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE TO WILD DUNES RESORT’S SEASONAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING GOLF, TENNIS, FAMILY RECREATION, ECO-TOURS, DINING AND MORE!
summer2008 VACATION PLANNER
MEMORIAL DAY - LABOR DAY
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LOCAL SCENERY RANGES FROM AFRICANSAVANNAH TO COLONIAL TOWN TO 20TH
CENTURY FISHING VILLAGE ALL IN A MATTEROF A FEW BRIDGES AND MINOR MILES.
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IMPORTANT PHONE EXTENSIONS:
Bike Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2293
Bellman & Valet-Boardwalk Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2074
Bellman & Valet-The Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7002
Catering Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2283
Concierge-Boardwalk Inn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2036
Concierge-The Village. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7007
Conference Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2269
Dunes Deli, Grocery & Pizzeria . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2233
Duney’s Ice Cream Shop (seasonal). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2108
Edgar’s Pub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2296
Emergency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911
Fax-Guest Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 843.886.2916
Fitness Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2249
Harbor Golf Course & Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2301
Hudson’s Dinners Delivered . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2307
Hudson’s Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7301
Island Adventures®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2292
Links Golf Course & Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2180
Lost & Found. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2007
Pizza Delivery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2233
Real Estate Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2500
Resort Ambassador . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Sand & Sea Salon and Spa Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2555
Sea Island Grill & Lounge (located-Boardwalk Inn). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2200
Swim Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2264
Tennis Center (including Wild Dunes Tennis and Gifts) . . . . . . . . . . . . 2113
Tee Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2164
The Lettered Olive Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7300
The Grand Pavilion Café & Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2106
The Surf Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2105
The Village at Wild Dunes® Real Estate Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2500
Off-Resort Prefix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .886
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vp. 4 Simply SummerOne-stop shopping for summer activities
vp. 5 ShoppingTake a piece of Wild Dunes home with you
vp. 6 GolfAward-winning courses and opportunities to improve your game
vp. 8 TennisTop-rated tennis programs and clinics
vp. 10 Island Adventures ®
Activities and crafts, plus excursions and rentals to explore the Lowcountry wilderness
vp. 14 CuisineA variety of dining options to satisfy every appetite
vp. 14 Wellness ProgramsA variety of challenging and relaxing fitness and health programs and personal training services
vp. 15 Sand & Sea Salon and Spa ServicesManicures, massages, bare therapy and more to get you ready for the best beach relaxation
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WILD DUNESCHARLESTON’S ISLAND RESORT
Wild Dunes is a resort for every season. We’re nestled along the Southeastern Atlantic
coastline, at the northern tip of the sea island known as Isle of Palms, where warm cur-
rents keep us in a semitropical state year-round. (We’re also just minutes from historic
Charleston, SC – one of the nation’s top 10 destinations.) People come from all around the
nation – and the world – to play golf and tennis, relax on the beach, reconnect with loved
ones or work it out with colleagues. We’re also a top choice for destination weddings,
family reunions and business meetings.
And why not? Staying at Wild Dunes affords guests tremendous benefits. Nowhere
else on the Island will you receive complimentary on-Resort and marina transportation,
complimentary access to the Resort’s Swim Center, Fitness Center and Grand Pavilion.
No one else has complimentary access to family-friendly activities, nor to our top-rated
family recreation program.
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At Wild Dunes, you can have your gourmet coffee and a dose of wildlife, too. Just stick around a dayor two, and you’re likely to spy dolphins off the shore, osprey (sea eagles) dive bombing for fish, exoticbirds passing through, tiny green lizards (Carolina anoles, mostly) and more. There’s so much life beinglived at the Resort, that you’ll want to take some time to just drink it all in.
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THE LOWCOUNTRY REGION Gazing out at the waves or across the fairways, it’s easy to
forget that there’s another world just beyond our gates. Butthere is, and it’s a good one.
Charleston is our closest neighbor. Year after year, this his-toric city earns rave reviews (readers of Condé Nast Travelerrank it a top five destination annually) for hospitality, food,attractions and beauty. And it’s all yours, in 30 minutes or less.
But there’s more to the Lowcountry life than this island andour favorite city. Within an easy drive, Wild Dunes Resortvisitors will find plantations that speak of another time,historic byways bejeweled with shops and more.
THE BOARDWALK INNThis upscale inn placesmaximum importance on casualcomfort. Everything you’d want– from room service to spaservices – is at your fingertips.Just a few yards from sandy
white beaches and world-class golf, chic convenience iskey to the Boardwalk Inn’s charm. Newly enhancedrooms are equipped with high-speed Internet, roomservice, in-house billiards room, full-service restaurantand lounge, the Inn has earned four diamonds fromAAA every year since it opened.
HOMES AND VILLASName the view (oceanfront,ocean view, near ocean orresort view) and the numberof bedrooms you seek, andwe take it from there. Homes,villas and cottages are nestled
all over the Resort, providing easy access to amenitiesand a laid-back, beach experience for all. Luxury homesare a great option for families and groups. Plenty ofspace to spread out – lots of places to come togetheragain for a meal, a game or a whole bunch of not much.Many of our homes and villas sport recent upgrades,and all are ideal for groups of two to 20.
THE VILLAGE AT WILD DUNES®
If Wild Dunes Resort is alwaysfun (and we believe it is!), thenThe Village at Wild Dunes isthe life of the party. Thesefour-diamond-quality roomsand suites rise above a bustling
plaza with a new Fitness Center, restaurant, market, spaservices and more. Fully furnished (some sport kitchens),accommodations in The Village provide the perfect blendof away-from-it-all and in-the-thick-of-things.
Where to Stay
Upon arrival, please check the weeklyguest newsletter and Resort Channel 2, asactivities and times are subject to changeor cancellation. Prices and offerings valid
Memorial Day through Labor Day, 2008.
Consider everything you’d like your vacation to deliver. And then let us do just that. Our style fits yourstyle. It’s that simple. We offer a stunning array of options, from beachfront homes brimming over withloads of bedrooms, to intimate hotel rooms and suites with services galore. Meanwhile: the sun, the seaand the sighs of contentment are complimentary with every booking.
WEEKLY ENTERTAINMENT
Sunday Night Beach Party Kick off the week at the oceanfront Grand PavilionSunday from 6:30-10 p.m. with food, fun, your favoritebeverages and entertainment. Enjoy a fabulousLowcountry buffet with fried chicken, BBQ, hamburgersand hot dogs. Dinner will be served from 6:30-8:30 p.m.Cost is $25 for adults, $10 for children ages 5-12 andfree for ages 4 and under. Cash bar. Reservations arerecommended. Please call extension 2307.
Monday Night Tennis Exhibition Catch the action every Monday as our tennis pros andmembers of the local tennis community take to the courts.Activities include on-court contests, raffles and refresh-ments for everyone. This event is complimentary andbegins at 5:30 p.m. at the Tennis Center. Extension 2113.
Family Night Monday is Family Night at The Lettered Olive. Located onThe Village Plaza. Parents enjoy dinner while the kids(ages 4 and up) eat and play, supervised by our award-winning Island Adventures staff. Reservations are rec-ommended, and seating is available from 5:30-8 p.m.Extension 7300.
Shaggin' on the Beach Slip off your flip flops and do the Shag, South Carolina'sofficial dance, at the oceanfront Grand Pavilion. It's theperfect after dinner diversion. Hit the dance floor Tuesdayand Friday from 7-10 p.m. Come early for free Shag les-sons at 6:30 p.m. Extension 2107.
Family Bingo Meet at the The Village Plaza every Tuesday andThursday at 7 p.m. for an evening of family bingo,complete with prizes for the winners! Cost is $5 fortwo cards and four games. Extension 2292.
Beach Idol Karaoke Showcase your hidden vocal talents or simply enjoy theentertainment during karaoke night at the oceanfrontGrand Pavilion. Fun for all ages. Island cocktails areavailable for purchase at the Grand Pavilion Bar.Wednesday and Saturday from 7-10 p.m. Extension 2107.
Music after Dark Party with us Thursday night from 7-10 p.m. on theoceanfront Grand Pavilion to the sounds of a favoritelocal entertainer. Extension 2107.
Caribbean Entertainment Step out on the The Village Plaza and enjoy the soundsof steel from 1-4 p.m. each Saturday and Sunday.Extension 2107.
HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS
Memorial Day Shaggin' on the Beach Friday, May 23. Kick off the summer in style with ourMemorial Day weekend celebration. The party starts at6:30 p.m. with complimentary shag lessons at the ocean-front Grand Pavilion. Complimentary entertainment isprovided. The Grand Pavilion Café is open for dinner until8 p.m. and island cocktails are available for purchase atthe bar until 10 p.m. Extension 2107.
Caribbean Entertainment Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25. Celebrate anisland style Memorial Day weekend as you listen anddance to the sound of a live steel drum band from 1-4p.m. on The Village Plaza. Complimentary. Extension 2107.
Hawaiian Luau Saturday, May 24. The Grand Pavilion becomes aHawaiian paradise Saturday evening at 6:30 p.m. Get inthe aloha spirit with live entertainment and deliciousfood. Cost is $25 for adults, $10 for children ages 5-12and free for ages 4 and under. Island cocktails are avail-able for purchase at the Grand Pavilion Bar. For reserva-tions, call extension 2307.
Sunday Night Beach Party Sunday, May 25. Our first summer party of the seasonkicks off at the Grand Pavilion from 6:30-10 p.m. withfood, fun, your favorite beverages and entertainment.Enjoy a fabulous Lowcountry buffet with fried chicken,BBQ, hamburgers and hot dogs. Dinner will be servedfrom 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost is $25 for adults, $10 for chil-dren ages 5-12 and free for ages 4 and under. Islandcocktails are available for purchase at the Grand PavilionBar. For reservations, call extension 2307.
Sun and Fun on the Beach Monday, May 26. The oceanfront Grand Pavilion is theplace to be this Memorial Day. Enjoy snacks, lunch, ordinner at the Grand Pavilion Café and soak up the sunwhile you sip on refreshing beverages from the GrandPavilion Bar. Cool down with an ice cream cone or milk-shake from Duney's Ice Cream Shop. The IslandAdventures team will have several opportunities forgames and fun! Extension 2307.
Independence Day Carnival Friday, July 4. Our 4th of July Carnival is the can't-missevent of the season! Kids of all ages load up on the foodand the fun from noon-3 p.m. on the Grand Pavilion SouthLawn. Admission is free and tickets are available topurchase for activities and refreshments. Extension 2307.
Independence Day Cookout Friday, July 4. Independence Day wouldn't be the samewithout a cookout. Join us on The Village Plaza for anall-American cookout from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Then head overto the oceanfront Grand Pavilion for live entertainment bythe Coconut Groove Band from 7-11 p.m. Cost is $32 foradults, $12 for children ages 5-12 and free for ages 4 andunder and includes cookout and entertainment. If youcan't make the cookout, admission for entertainment is$5 per person. Island cocktails are available for purchaseat the Grand Pavilion Bar. Extension 2307.
KIDS WEEK AT WILD DUNES Monday, July 21-Friday, July 25
Family Magic Lessons Monday, July 21 and Wednesday, July 23. 5-6 p.m. Kids,ages 5-12, will be enchanted as they learn back-pockettricks from professional magician Aaron Radatz on TheVillage Plaza. Each lesson offers different tricks and illu-sions and participants keep the props they use to performtheir new special tricks. Complimentary. Extension 2292.
Magic Show Thursday, July 24. Children of all ages will enjoy a fasci-nating performance by professional magical entertainer,Aaron Radatz. Aaron will captivate the audience with histricks, illusions and magical treats at 8 p.m. at TheSweetgrass Pavilion. Cost is $10 per ticket for ages 3and up. Extension 2292.
KidsFest Friday, July 25. Kids Week concludes with KidsFest, ourspecial way of celebrating being a kid. And at WildDunes, you know we're going to do it up big. There's nobetter way to celebrate your kid-hood than with games,burgers, hot dogs, ice cream and prizes! Parents areinvited to bring their kids and go wild on the GrandPavilion at our third annual Wild Dunes KidsFest from 11a.m.-2 p.m. Admission is free and tickets are available topurchase for activities. Snacks and refreshments are alsoavailable for purchase. Extension 2292.
Labor Day All American Block Party Saturday, August 30. Celebrate Wild Dunes style! TheVillage Plaza is full of action from 4-8 p.m. with live music,festivities and a traditional cookout. Extension 2307.
End of the Summer Beach Blast Sunday, August 31. Bid summer farewell Wild Dunes-style. Party with food, fun, your favorite beverages andentertainment at the oceanfront Grand Pavilion. Dinnerwill be served from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost is $25 for adults,$10 for children ages 5-12 and free for ages 4 and under.Cash bar. Extension 2307.
More Sun & Fun on the Beach Monday, September 1. The Grand Pavilion is the place tobe on Labor Day. Enjoy beach food and snacks while soak-ing up the rays at the Grand Pavilion Café. Sip on yourfavorite frozen drink or frosty beer at the open air bar.Extension 2307.
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Simply SummerWild Dunes Resort is a summer hot spot. Here, you can choose from avariety of weekly entertainment and capture the perfect evening. Thisseason, we also offer one-of-a-kind celebrations to keep your vacationfull of fun and excitement.
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Flag Football
Kickball Ballistic Family Bingo
Picture Frame Fanatics
Water Gun Wars
Birdhouses
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ACTIVITY SCHEDULE FOR FRIDAY, MAY 23 - SUNDAY, MAY 25
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Dunes Deli & Pizzeria Located next to the Tennis Center, Dunes Deli and Pizzeriasells household supplies, food staples and personal careproducts as well as your favorite coffee, sandwiches andpizza. Open daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Extension 2233.
Harbor Course Pro Shop Our Harbor Course Pro Shop offers the latest in golfattire, logo wear, gift items and golf shoes. Open daily 9a.m.-5 p.m. Extension 2004.
Hudson's MarketHudson's Market provides an assortment of tastyedibles and beverages for immediate gratification, aswell as all the ingredients for a gourmet meal in yoursuite, home or villa including an excellent selection ofwine, and an assortment of sundry items to makeyour vacation as convenient and comfortable aspossible. Located on The Village Plaza. Open daily6:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Extension 7301.
Links Course Pro Shop Set in the Links Clubhouse, our Pro Shop offers a widevariety of golf clothing for men, women and children,plus any golf equipment you might need. Open daily7 a.m.-6 p.m. Extension 2002.
Sand & Sea Salon and Spa Services Sand & Sea, located on The Village Plaza, offers aselection of hair care, skin care, massage and makeupproducts including Bare Minerals, Bumble and Bumble,Burt's Bees, locally-made Deep Steep, Glymed and MDFormulations merchandise. Extension 2555.
The Surf Shop Located on the Grand Pavilion, The Surf Shop is whereyou'll find sunscreen, hats, t-shirts, and other beachessentials. Extension 2105.
Wild Dunes Gift Cards Take Wild Dunes home with you - or give a bit ofthe Resort to your family and friends - with a WildDunes Gift Card. Gift Cards may be purchased inall Resort outlets or on our web site, wilddunes.com.Extension 2260.
Wild Dunes Tennis and GiftsLocated in the Tennis Center, Wild Dunes Tennis andGifts offers the latest in tennis apparel and equip-ment as well as unique local gifts and accessories.Open daily 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the summer. Extension 2113.
WE WANT YOUR PICTURES!Share your favorite Wild Dunes memories withfriends, family…and the world. Visit wilddunes.comto send us your favorite Wild Dunes photo.We may just post them on our web site!
RESORT DESTINATION PHOTOGRAPHY
Resort Destination Photography is at your service tomake your stay at Wild Dunes Resort a lasting memory.Capture your best moments with professional photo-graphs of you and your family and friends at the beachor pool, golfing, playing tennis or at your favorite spot!
Your pictures will be waiting for your review the verynext morning, just a point and click away! Visit the Website at www.rd-photos.com, log in under your name andchoose the photos you would like to order. RDPhotography offers competitive pricing on your prints andvolume discounts for holiday cards.
Call today to book a photo session at 843.452.3175 ortoll free at 888.905.9505.
TO BOOK YOUR NEXTWILD DUNES VACATION:
Resort ShoppingDid you know that even with all this beach, sun, golf, tennis and fun, shopping still
tops the list of favorite things to do for visitors to the Lowcountry? Well, we've got
you covered. Even the savviest shoppers rave about our wares.
call 888.845.8915
or visit our Web site at
wilddunes.com
GolfGolf the way it was meant to be played. That’s what you find here
at Wild Dunes Resort, where gorgeous tableaus of sand, sea andland converge. Our two, 18-hole courses were designed by TomFazio, and he still considers them among his best.
Your game, your way. That’s the offer. Our guests range in agefrom six to 86. We host the pros – and the first timers. And we’rehappy to have you all.
EXTRAORDINARY GOLF SPECIALS All Extraordinary Golf Specials have time restrictions andare based on availability. Spectators are welcome and,when available, will be provided with a complimentarygolf cart to follow their group on the course. For eveningspecials, rental clubs are $20 per set based upon avail-ability. On the Resort, call extension 2164 for advancedtee times and extension 2180 on the day of play.
Couples Sunset Nine Hole For couples looking for tee for two, we offer a nine-holeplay for a discounted rate on both our Fazio-designedcourses. Play the Links Course for $75 per couple and theHarbor Course for $55 per couple.
Ultimate Break Out Enjoy the ultimate escape after your meeting. Play all thegolf possible on the Links Course or the Harbor Coursefor a preferred rate. Cost is $55 per player for the LinksCourse and $40 per player for the Harbor Course.
Play Nine Any Time Enjoy nine holes at either the Links or Harbor Course anytime on the day of play. Simply call either golf shop onthe day you want to play to arrange a tee time.Extension 2002.
Speed Golf Play all the golf you can at a discounted rate an hour anda half before dusk on the Harbor Course. Cost is $25 perperson. Juniors, ages 15 and under, play free with a fullpaying adult.
Summer Golf PassEnjoy unlimited golf throughout your stay. Our summergolf pass is available for seven consecutive days of play.Cost for the pass is $259 per adult and $109 per junior.(Price does not include $22 cart fee per person.) Teetimes available daily. Junior players ages 15 and undermust be accompanied by a paying adult. Passes are validthrough September 30, and may be purchased throughyour reservations agent prior to arrival or during your stayby calling extension 2002.
GOLF SCHOOLS AND INSTRUCTION Please call extension 2022.
Resort Golf School Our half-day golf school features a maximum of threestudents per instructor to ensure outstanding personalattention. The small class size, along with the extensiveuse of video reviews, drills and proven teaching aids,will give you the tools required to improve your game.Classes offered Monday through Saturday. Cost is $165per person.
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See that Spanish Moss drippingfrom the old Live Oak trees? Acousin to the pineapple, the mossis an air plant, deriving nutritionand water from the atmosphere.Long ago, native American womenwore it as clothing. Today, it’soften used in arts and crafts orlandscaping projects.
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Seeking an edge on the greens? Our professional instructors offer awide range of courses – from two-day golf schools to one-hourclinics. Book a lesson – or a package – with ease.
For information, reservations and tee times, call 888.845.8915.
PLEASE NOTE: PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE TAX.
MEN’S GOLF PACKAGES
Fazio Sampler Our most popular golf package - customized to fit you toa tee. Cost as low as $450 per night, based on two peo-ple for two nights. Package includes: • Accommodations• One round of golf on the Links Course and HarborCourse per person • One breakfast each morning at TheLettered Olive
Unlimited Play All the golf you can play from dawn to dusk! Tee timesavailable after 4 p.m. day of arrival and before noon onday of departure. Cost as low as $800 per night, basedon two people for three nights. Package includes: • Accommodations • Unlimited play on the LinksCourse and Harbor Course per person • One breakfasteach morning at The Lettered Olive
Sneak-n-Cleat Can't choose between award-winning tennis and champi-onship golf? Now you don't have to. Cost as low as $375per night, based on two people for two nights. Package includes: • Accommodations • Two-hourtennis clinic pass per person • Nine holes of golf onthe Links Course per person • One breakfast eachmorning at The Lettered Olive
Dudes on the Dunes Clubs. Cards. Coronas. We took everything guys love andcombined them into a weekend package that's sure toinspire an annual tradition. Cost as low as $800 pernight, based on four people for two nights. Package includes: • Accommodations • One round ofgolf on the Links Course and Harbor Course per person • Poker set up in your guest room or villa includingchips, table and cards • Snacks and beer delivered toyour guest room or villa
Custom Golf Packages For information and pricing on custom packages,please call 843.886.2255.
LADIES GOLF PACKAGES
Women's Golf Week at Wild Dunes (June 2-9) Ladies, bring it on! Women's Golf Week at WildDunes is all about you. In conjunction with NationalWomen's Golf Week, we offer you a chance to hit thecourse and the beach, relax with a massage and dineat fantastic restaurants! Cost as low as $680 per per-son, based on four people for three nights. Packageincludes: • Accommodations • Champagne onarrival • One 50-minute massage per person at Sand& Sea Salon and Spa Services • One breakfast eachmorning at The Lettered Olive • Two hours of golfinstruction per person • One round of golf on theHarbor Course per person
Putt-n-Pamper Just for those ladies who want nothing but golf andindulgence. Cost as low as $850 per night, based onfour people for three nights. Package includes: • Accommodations • One round of golf on the LinksCourse and Harbor Course per person • One break-fast each morning at The Lettered Olive • One 50-minute massage per person at Sand & Sea Salonand Spa Services • Burt's Bees gift basket
GOLF PACKAGES
ACCOMMODATIONS TAXES ARE NOTINCLUDED IN PACKAGE PRICING, BUTSERVICE CHARGES ARE INCLUDED.
The Links Course Rolling fairways, hump-backed sand dunes anda water hazard others like to call the Atlantic.That's the Links, which Golfweek magazine calls“one of America's best resort golf courses.”Here's a course that challenges even the mostaccurate driver. Golf Digest ranked it one ofAmerica's 100 Greatest Public Courses.See what you think.
Par: 70 Yards: 6,387
Rating: 71.7 Slope: 127
The Harbor Course If it rolls, it floats. That's the challenge here atthe Harbor Course, where lagoons, marshes andthe Intracoastal Waterway act like magnets ona misplaced shot. Most players wish they couldshoot a 70 here.
Par: 70 Yards: 6,359
Rating: 71.4 Slope: 131
The Junior Fazio Course Whether you have a budding Tiger Woods onyour hands, or you want to get the nextgeneration in the game so the whole familycan enjoy outings together, our Junior FazioCourse on the Harbor Course is one of the bestopportunities to get wee ones, tweens andteens swinging their clubs. Our set of juniortees ranges from a 45 yard, par 3 to thelongest hole, a 300 yard, par 5. The course isgeared towards kids, but still has a healthydose of terrain with 2971 yards.
Yards: 2,971
Practice Facility Our practice facility is located across from theLinks Clubhouse, and includes a driving range,chipping area and putting green. Both pro shopsrent clubs and other golf gear.
VIP Golf SchoolThis one-on-one instructional school is customized tomeet the needs of the individual golfer. This 5-hourinstructional session includes video analysis and on-course instruction. Cost is $375 per person.
Discover Golf Clinic Learn the fundamentals and develop your game on oneof the country's best courses, under the guidance of ourprofessional staff. You'll leave feeling confident in yourskills and secure in the basics, ready to play anytime, any-where. All equipment is supplied. Classes are by appoint-ment and last 90 minutes. Minimum of two students perworkshop, maximum of four. Cost is $95 per person.
Private Instruction One-on-one lessons are often the catalyst that sends youto the next level of play, no matter your experience. Signup for a session with one of our first-rate professionalsand you're sure to see results. Lessons run from 50-60minutes. Cost is $95 per person for the Resort's Directorof Golf Instruction.
In Search of the Perfect Swing (Video Analysis) In this 90-minute session, the instructor will record yourshort and full swings to review and develop both immedi-ate and long-range plans for improvement. The mostcomprehensive tool available to understand yourstrengths and weaknesses, a videoed lesson is a valu-able experience for anyone who is serious about improv-ing their game. Cost is $125 per person.
Drive for Show, Putt for Dough ClinicLearn the basics of putting through a series of drills andvisual aids. This 90-minute video analysis putting lessonwill give golfers of all levels improved confidence in theirputting skills. Cost is $125 per person.
Ladies on the Links Ladies, don't let the game of golf intimidate you. In this90-minute clinic, our golf professional will introduce you tothe rules, etiquette, swing and fundamentals of the game.Classes are by appointment. Cost is $125 per person.
Playing Lessons Our teaching professional will accompany you for a fewholes and evaluate your technique, course strategy andequipment. Your instructor will recommend an improve-ment plan tailored specifically to your goals. Cost is $95for a one-hour session or $160 for a two-hour session.
Golf Motion Assessment A lack of flexibility through the hips and trunk can be amajor hindrance to a good golf swing. After conductingtrunk, neck and hamstring flexibility tests, your personaltrainer will review stretches you can do on your own toincrease and maintain your flexibility. Cost is $65 for 50minutes. Extension 2249. *Add a 50-minute neuromuscu-lar massage to release tight muscles that might hinderyour golf game for only $80.
JUNIOR INSTRUCTION AND FAMILY GOLF
Fazio Junior Program Perfect for young golfers. Juniors, ages 15 and under,can play 18 holes for a nine-hole rate after 11 a.m.Juniors must be accompanied by a full paying adult.Extension 2164.
Rising Star Junior Golf School This two-hour school for juniors ages 8-16 gives them achance to improve their skills while having a blast. By theend of the lesson, kids will learn the basics of full swingshots, short game skills, rules and etiquette. The schoolsare offered daily at the Links Course practice facility.Cost is $115 per person. Minimum of two studentsrequired. Extension 2022.
Golf 101 Daily Clinics This clinic is perfect for the any junior golfer. A golf pro-fessional will teach and refine the basic skills of thegame. All equipment is supplied. This clinic is offeredMonday-Friday from 4-5 p.m. Cost is $20 per junior (ages6-16). Class size is limited. Extension 2022.
All in the Family Each member of the family will improve their skills in ourfamily session. We focus on the fundamentals needed todevelop and perfect each person's best swing. With thehelp of video analysis by our golf professionals, you'll seejust where your strengths are. It's the best way to getahead while fostering a life-long love for a sport you'llalways have in common. Cost is $95 per session and islimited to three family members. Extension 2022.
Family Evening Golf Enjoy the fresh air, company of friends or family andaward winning golf. With each full paying adult, onejunior, age 15 and under, plays free. Cost for adults is $55on the Links Course and $40 on the Harbor Course. Timerestrictions apply. Extension 2164.
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Request your tee times online!
Visit wilddunes.com, select “Golf” and fill out our
tee time request form.
Top Ten TennisWild Dunes started out as a small, local tennis club. And we’ve never
lost our affection for the game. Our Tennis Center lies right in the centerof the Resort, where 17 Har-Tru courts include one stadium style andfive lit for night play.
Guests can come armed with semi-pro status, or can swing a racquetfor the first time. We’ll rise to the challenge. We offer adult, junior andTiny Tots programs, professional instruction, matchmaking for all levels,and more. Our full-service pro shop sells, rents and repairs. Come see whyTennis magazine ranked us one of the top 10 tennis resorts in the country.
For more information and to pre-register for any programs orlessons, call 888.845.8915. On the Resort, dial extension 2113.
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Please note:For all one-hour clinics, if there is onlyone participant, the clinic will be ahalf hour in duration. For all two-hourclinics, if there is only one participant,the clinic will be one hour in duration.If there are two participants in a two-hour clinic, the clinic will be an hourand a half in duration.
Tennis Instruction RatesPRIVATE LESSONS• Director of tennis:
$90/hour or $50/half-hour• Head professional:
$80/hour or $45/half-hour• Staff professional:
$60/hour or $35/half-hour
SERIES OF FIVE PRIVATE LESSONS• Director of tennis: $425 per person• Head professional: $375 per person• Staff professional: $275 per person
SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONSTwo people on the court with a professional
• Director of tennis:$100/hour or $50/half-hour
• Head professional:$90/hour or $45/half-hour
• Staff professional:$75/hour
Three people on the court with a professional
• Director of tennis/head professional$35 per person per hour
• Staff professional$30 per person per hour
Four people on the court with a professional
• $27 per person per hour
COURT ACCESS AND HOURLY FEESAs a Wild Dunes guest, you’re invited toenjoy one hour of complimentary courttime per room, per day beginning afternoon. For additional hours or court timesreserved before noon, the cost is $15per hour. (Reservations are based onavailability and cannot be made morethan 24 hours in advance.)
*Need a little relaxation after your time on the courts?Sand & Sea Salon and Spa Services offers an array ofsoothing massages that will have you relaxed in no time.Try our new signature massage, the Thai HerbalCompress. Extension 2555.
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Beachcombing is a beloved pursuit here atWild Dunes Resort, and you’re likely todiscover so many wonderful things. Amongour most frequent low-tide treasures:Horseshoe crabs (especially evident inmorning low tides), sand dollars (it’s bestto leave the fuzzy green ones to live anotherday) and pebbles of sea glass. Keep youreyes peeled for sea turtle nests, which areusually watched 24/7 by animal loversdevoted to protecting the fragile eggsincubating just below the sand.
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PLEASE NOTE: PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE TAX.
Tennis Training Athletes prone to tennis elbow are often also prone torotator cuff injuries. In turn, rotator cuff exercises canhelp prevent common injuries that occur in racquetsports. Our staff of personal trainers will show you howto perform exercises to strengthen rotator cuff muscles.Cost is $35 per person for 30 minutes. Extension 2249.
Challenge a Pro Do you think you're good enough to beat the pro?Challenge a pro for one hour in a match with no instruc-tion. Cost is $50 per person per hour.
Wild Dunes Adult Round Robin Adult Round Robins take place every Monday,Wednesday, and Friday from 2-4 p.m. All levels are wel-come to participate, and there is a minimum of threeplayers. Cost is $8 per person per session.
Wild Dunes Junior Round Robin Junior Round Robins take place every Tuesday andThursday from 2-3:30 p.m. Junior participants must beable to keep score to play in the round robin, and there isa minimum of three players. Cost is $8 per person persession.
TENNIS CLINICS AND INSTRUCTION
A.M. Cardio Tennis (All levels) Get the workout you're looking for with non-stop drillsand tennis-specific footwork. No previous tennis experi-ence is necessary. This clinic meets Monday-Friday from7-8 a.m. Cost is $27 per session or $120 for any five daysduring a single week. Extension 2113.
P.M. Cardio Tennis (All levels) Clinic meets Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 7-8p.m. Cost is $27 per session or $120 for any five daysduring a single week. Extension 2113.
Peak Performance Clinic (Level 3.5 and above)In our most intense clinic, instructors focus on theadvanced concepts of the game. A fun and challengingworkout, this clinic is designed for the intermediate toadvanced player. This clinic meets daily from 8-10 a.m.and 10 a.m.-noon. Cost is $48 per session or $220 for anyfive days in a single week.
Stroke of the Day Clinic (All levels) Each day offers the opportunity to practice a new strokewith emphasis on consistency, control and spin. This clin-ic meets daily from 9-10 a.m. Cost is $27 per session or$120 for any five days in a single week.
• Monday - forehand and backhand • Tuesday - approach shot and volley • Wednesday - lob and overhead • Thursday - serve and return • Friday - drop shot and week review • Saturday and Sunday - instructor's choice
Daily Drill (All levels) This exhilarating, fast-paced practice session features anew theme each day to take your game to the next level.This clinic meets daily from 10-11 a.m. The cost is $27per session or $120 for any five days in a single week.
• Monday - forehand and backhand • Tuesday - approach shot and volley • Wednesday - lob and overhead • Thursday - serve and return • Friday - doubles strategies • Saturday and Sunday - instructor's choice
Daily Duo (All levels) Interested in both the Stroke of the Day and Daily Drill?Combine them in the Daily Duo. This program meetsdaily from 9-11 a.m. Cost is $48 per session or $220 forany five days in a single week.
Stroke of the Night (All levels)An evening version of our popular Stroke of the Day clin-ic for those who want to fit in some late-afternoon ten-nis. Stroke of the Night follows the same format asStroke of the Day. This clinic meets Monday-Thursdayfrom 4-5 p.m. Cost is $27 per session. Extension 2113.
Beach Tennis Come check out the latest trend in tennis! Beach tennisis designed as a doubles game played with tennis rac-quets and pressureless tennis balls on a beach volleyballcourt. Wild Dunes is the first resort on the East Coast tooffer this fun new game, and exhibitions will take placeeach Sunday at our Sunday Night Beach Party at theGrand Pavilion. Beach tennis equipment is available torent from Island Adventure Rentals for $5 per hour.Extension 2006.
Tennis Clinic PassesBuy tennis clinic passes in advance of your stay and cre-ate your own mix of clinics at a discounted rate for theultimate in training. Does not include private instruction.Please call 888.845.8915 for more information. Clinic Hours Cost Per Person4 hours $886 hours $1328 hours $17610 hours $220
JUNIOR TENNIS INSTRUCTION
Tiny Tot Tennis (Ages 4-6) Children are introduced to tennis with a variety of fungames and activities. This clinic is offered daily from 8-8:45 a.m. Cost is $20 per session.
Junior Masters (Ages 7-11) Our instructors develop tennis fundamentals in this funclinic designed for beginner to intermediate players. Thisclinic meets daily from 9-11 a.m. Cost is $48 per sessionor $220 for any five days in a single week.
Future Stars Clinic (Ages 12-16) This clinic for young intermediate players features a vari-ety of demanding drills to improve their game. The clinicmeets daily from 9-11 a.m. Cost is $48 per session or$220 for any five days in a single week.
Afternoon Junior Masters (Ages 7-11) This junior clinic accommodates all levels for a challeng-ing tennis workout. This clinic meets Monday-Friday from4-5 p.m. Cost is $27 per session or $120 for five days in asingle week. Extension 2113.
TENNIS PROGRAMS
Monday Night Pro Exhibition Catch the action every Monday night this summer as ourtennis pros and members of the local tennis communitytake to the courts. Activities include on-court contests,raffles and refreshments for everyone. This event is com-plimentary and begins at 5:30 p.m.
Adult Ball Machine Ball machines sometimes make the best opponents: tire-less, precise and robotic, they drill you on return shots.Cost is $100 for a five-day unlimited rental, $25 per houror $15 per half hour.
Matchmaking Service Looking for a match? The Wild Dunes Tennis Centertakes great pride in successfully matching compatibleplayers. Whether you're looking for singles, doubles ormixed doubles, stop by the Tennis Center and find yourmatch.
Racquet Service Center The technicians in our Racquet Service Center, will evalu-ate your racquet and strings. As a full-service center, weguarantee racquet stringing in 24 hours.
Court Access and Hourly FeesAs a Wild Dunes Resort guest, you're invited to enjoyone hour of complimentary court time per room, per daybeginning after noon.
For additional hours or court times reserved before noon,the cost is $15 per hour. (Reservations are based onavailability and cannot be made more than 24 hours inadvance.)
Bicycle Rentals Explore our beautiful island on wheels. Junior and adult bicycles, tandems, babyjoggers and trailers are available for rent at the Bike Shop located under the TennisCenter. Rentals are available by the hour, half-day, day, multi-day or week (4-7 days).Extension 2293.
1 hour 4 hours 24 hours 3 days 4-7 daysJunior/Adult ................$8 ...............$15 ...............$24................$40 ...............$55Baby Jogger.................$10.............$18 ...............$25................$45 ...............$60Tandem/Trailer.............$18.............$25 ...............$40................$60 ...............$80
Bicycles DeliveredBicycle rentals can be delivered to your home or villa, based on availability with a 24-hour advance reservation. Extension 2293.
SWIMMING POOLS All Wild Dunes Resort guests are invited to use bothGrand Pavilion swimming pools as well as the SwimCenter featuring lap swimming, recreational swimmingand our Splash Zone. If you prefer to take a dip right out-side your door, don't worry, as most villa complexes areflanked by their own pool. Boardwalk Inn guests can slipinto the Boardwalk Inn pool, or gaze over the dunes inour two oceanfront pools at the Grand Pavilion.
Lap Swim Lap swim is available daily from 7-10 a.m. and 6-8 p.m.at the Swim Center. Extension 2264.
Swim Lessons Get your child acclimated to the water or fine tune swimstrokes with swim lessons from our certified profession-als at the Swim Center. Extension 2264.
Group Swim Lessons Group lessons are offered Monday-Thursday mornings.Friday lessons may be scheduled in case of inclementweather. Children will be placed in one of the followinggroups based on skill level to be determined by theinstructor. Contact Island Adventures for a description ofclasses if you are unsure of your child's skill level. Pre-registration is required, and a minimum of three childrenis required for a class. Cost is $35 per child for a four-daysession, payable at Monday's lesson. • Beginner 9-9:30 a.m. Water exploration and primary skills • Intermediate 9:30-10 a.m. Stroke readiness/Stroke refinement
Private Swim Lessons A private lesson is a 30-minute session for one student.Cost is $25 per person. Reservations are required 24-hours in advance.
Semi-Private Swim Lessons A semi-private lesson is a 30-minute swim lesson fortwo students. Cost is $15 per person. Reservations arerequired 24-hours in advance.
Water Aerobics Get in shape with water aerobics, a low-impact, high-energy activity! Our certified instructors will guide youthrough a 60-minute class set to music that will makeyou move. Cost is $10 per class or $40 for a series of 5classes. Classes are held Monday-Friday at 10 a.m. June2-August 15 and Monday-Friday at 5 p.m. August 18-29.Extension 2264.8
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Island Adventuresplay • explore • learn
When we say Wild Dunes Resort is a year-round retreat, we reallymean it. Island Adventures brings buckets of fun to kids, teens andfamilies. Whether it’s a relaxing eco-tour of the marshes, or an“extreme” parasail above the waves; a family-focused sail trip or a dayof arts and crafts exploration, we’ve got it covered. Families tell us theyhad loads of fun – and even learned a few things about fitness,ecology or themselves along the way!
Please note: Some activities require advanced booking, so onceyou’ve reserved your stay, make some appointments to play bycalling 888.845.8915. Times are subject to change, and parentsmust accompany children to all activities except kids camp.
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Listen up, kids! We've put together all thebest that Island Adventures has to offer withIsland Adventures VIP Club Pass. Membershipin Island Adventures VIP Club ensures a funand action-packed vacation! Cost is $250 per person. Your VIP Club Pass includes:
• Beach tote with coloring book, crayons and official Island Adventures VIP Club ID card
• Island Adventures T-shirt for our tie dye activity
• Unlimited crafts and activities for the week, including admission into all night activities
• Two days of kids camp (Wild Adventures Club and Marine Bio-Camp)
• One children's week-long bike rental
• Two one-hour beach rentals
• Unlimited ice cream cones at Duney's Ice Cream Shop
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Island Adventures on the oceanfront Grand Pavilion rents theessentials for an enjoyable day at the beach or in your homeor villa. Please see the rental menu below. Extension 2006.
Rentals are available from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily from the towel& rental stand on the Grand Pavilion.
Bocce Ball Set $10 / dayCroquet Set $10 / daySports Bag $10 / day(includes volleyball, frisbee, football & paddle ball)
Horseshoes $10 / dayBeach Tennis Set $5 / hourBoard Games $10 / day Skim Board $10 / hour • $25/dayBoogie Board $15 / hour • $30 / daySurf Board $15 / hour • $45 / dayBeach Unit $25 (9 a.m.-1 p.m.), $12 (After 1 p.m.)(Two Chairs & One Umbrella)
Additional Chair $12 (9 a.m.-1 p.m.), $8 (After 1 p.m.)
Additional Umbrella $12 (9 a.m.-1 p.m.), $8 (After 1 p.m.)
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BEACH TENNISCheck out the new trend in tennis! Beach tennis is a dou-bles game played with tennis racquets and pressure lesstennis balls on the beach volleyball court. Beach tennisequipment is available for rent from Island Adventuresfor $5 per hour. Please call extension 2006.
KIDS CAMPS Our counselors are dedicated to creating a memorableexperience for every child at Wild Dunes year after year.To fully take advantage of all that Wild Dunes has tooffer, we encourage you to pre-register as soon as yourvacation date is set. Children should bring sun-block andbathing suit to camp each day, and a parent or guardianmust sign out campers at pick-up time. A late fee of $5will be charged for every 10 minutes past programpick-up time. Please review camp details below beforemaking a reservation. For camp locations and pre-registration, please call extension 2292. Due to limitedspace and popularity of activities, pre-registration isrequired for all kids camps, and must be made by 5 p.m.prior to the day of the activity. Cancellation must bemade with a representative of Island Adventures by 5p.m. the day prior to the activity to receive a confirmationnumber and avoid a fee. Kids Camps are heldJune 2 - August 15th.
Wild Adventure Club (WAC, Ages 5-12) Kids join the Island Adventures staff in a wide variety offun summer activities Monday, Tuesday, Thursday andFriday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Our lineup includes somethingfor even the most adventurous young vacationer, all hap-pening on the Resort and at local attractions. Cost is $65for a full day adventure. Extension 2292. • Monday - Wacky Water Adventure Day - includesoutrageous pool games, beach relays such as WaterBalloon Bonanza, Water Slide Races & our NEW WaterGun Wars. Children will also enjoy island crafts andlunch all at Wild Dunes Resort.• Tuesday - Aqua Explorers Camp - includes a trip tothe South Carolina Aquarium, exploring the piedmont,mountain forest and coastal plains. Enjoy the SaltmarshAviary and ocean touch tanks. Lunch is provided at anoutdoor picnic area for all to enjoy.• Thursday - Lowcountry Alive! - includes a visit toSewee Visitors & Environmental Center with hands-onlearning about live animals such as alligators, turtles andmore! Enjoy a nature walk down the Nebo Trail to viewthe Red Wolves in their enclosed natural environment.An outdoor picnic is provided.• Friday - Join us for a full day of fun at Ready, Set,Jump, an indoor facility that features large interactiveinflatables such as jump castles, obstacle courses, slides,jousting arenas, bounce houses and more! This adventurealso includes an arcade and a variety of lunch options.
Barrier Island Marine Bio-Camp (Ages 5-12) Experience a fun-filled day learning about marine biology.We take you to a barrier island where you see, touch andlearn about the interesting creatures living along ourshores. Activities include dolphin watching, throwing acast net, crabbing, fishing, catching animals to put in ourtouch-tanks, collecting shells, swimming and other funactivities. Bathing suits are required. Offered Wednesdayfrom 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Cost is $50 and includes lunch.Extension 2292.
Beginner Shutterbug Lessons Bring your camera to The Village Plaza and a professionalphotographer will teach you the basics of getting perfectvacation photos. You will soon be able to bravely filllife's canvas, with just a peek through your viewfinder.Tuesdays from 9-10 a.m. and Thursdays from 1-2 p.m.Cost is $25 per person. Extension 2292.Meeting Location: The Village Plaza 8
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Advanced Shutterbug Lessons For those who already know the basics, this advancedlesson explores the techniques of lighting, flash andcomposing creatively to help you get the most from yourvacation memories. Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.& Thursdays from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Cost is $35 per person.Please bring your own camera. Extension 2292.Meeting Location: The Village Plaza
Combine both the Beginner and Advanced ShutterbugLesson for $55 per person.
Kids Week at Wild Dunes Monday, July 21-Friday, July 25 Wild Dunes celebratesbeing a kid with a magical week this July! Kids rule allweek long, with the opportunity to play and learn magictricks, enjoy a professional magic show and party at ourthird annual KidsFest! For details on this exciting week atWild Dunes, see page vp. 4.
GO WILD CRAFTS AND ADVENTURES The following activities provide kids and parents theopportunity to make island memories by creating uniquecoastal souvenirs or having a wild adventure. All activitieslast approximately one hour. Activities begin Monday,May 26 and end Friday, August 15. Select activitiesending August 29th. Please see chart for days and times.Payment for all crafts & activities can be made at theIsland Adventure Rental Stand with exception to FamilyBingo & Blacklight Events, which can be paid for atactivity location. Extension 2292.
Beach Bums & Bunnies Beach Tote Personalize your own beach bag to carry your beachsupplies, books or sports equipment. Cost is $12 perchild. Meeting Location: Grand Pavilion
Birdhouses In this educational craft, you will not only create yourown birdhouse, but you will also learn interesting factsabout birds in nature. Cost is $10 per child. MeetingLocation: Grand Pavilion
Blackbeard's Treasure Hunt Arrr Matie! This one is for all the pirates out there. We'llgive you a map and you follow it to the Black Beard'sTreasure Chest, where you will receive a treasure of yourvery own. Cost is $5 per child. Meeting Location: IslandAdventure Rental Stand on the Grand Pavilion.
Capture the Flag Join us for this favorite neighborhood game. All you needis a little team spirit and you're ready to have fun!Complimentary. Meeting Location: South Lawn at theGrand Pavilion
Crazy Hat Creation Design your very own personalized crazy hat, andbecome the stylin’ and profilin’ vacationer at Wild DunesResort. This is the perfect way to begin your vacation inthe sun, not to mention this craft is sure to catch the eyeof those around you. Meeting Location: Grand Pavilion
Family Bingo Join us for an evening of family bingo, complete withprizes for the winners! Cost is $5 for two cards and fourgames. Meeting Location: The Village Plaza
Family Stepping Stones Make your first of many Wild Dunes Family SteppingStones- perfect memories for your garden or back yard.Don't forget the beautiful shells you collected all week toincorporate into your craft. Cost is $15 per child.Meeting Location: Grand Pavilion
Flag Football Bring the whole family out to enjoy this classic Americansport. Complimentary. Meeting Location: South Lawn atthe Grand Pavilion
Guitar Hero® Challenge Let your inner Rock Star out on the Grand Pavilion everyMonday and Thursday from 4-6 p.m. Match your guitarshredding wits with other Rocks Stars to find out whowill be Wild Dunes' very own Guitar Hero. Don't forget todress the part! Cost is $5 per entry.Meeting Location: Grand Pavilion
Kick Ball BallisticKick, run and slide the bases with this classic game.Depending on the tide, we may even “go wild” andtake our game down to the beach. Complimentary.Meeting Location: South Lawn at the Grand Pavilion
Kite Creation & Flying Lessons Create your very own personalized kite to soar high overthe beach. Cost is $10 per child. Meeting Location:Grand Pavilion
Picture Perfect Join the Island Adventures team in creating a one-of-a-kind picture frame to display your favorite vacation photos.Cost is $8 per frame. Meeting Location: Grand Pavilion
Sand Volleyball Get your fill of sand, sun and serves oceanside at thevolleyball court. Complimentary. Meeting Location:Grand Pavilion
T-shirts to Dye for! Dye your very own groovy Island Adventures T-shirt.Each shirt is as unique as the person who made it! Costis $15 per child. Meeting Location: North Lawn at theGrand Pavilion
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Water Gun Wars Join us for this outrageous new activity and one you cer-tainly shouldn't miss! This water game includes superstream water guns and H2O vests that make this interac-tive play not only a blast, but a friendly competition forall to enjoy. Cost is $5 per child. Meeting Location: SouthLawn at the Grand Pavilion
Whiffle Ball Wonders Whiffle Ball is fun for everyone, but have you ever playedthe bases backwards, bat opposite or crab-crawled yourway to home base? Don't be surprised if we put a newspin to the traditional backyard game. Complimentary.Meeting Location: South Lawn at the Grand Pavilion
TWEEN & TEEN ACTIVITIES
Black Light Dodgeball (Ages 10 and up) This may be the craziest dodge ball game you have everplayed! Don't forget your white clothes. No need toworry parents, we use dodge balls that are soft to thetouch. Cost is $5 per player. Meeting Location: SouthLawn at the Grand Pavilion
Black Light Volleyball (Ages 10 and up) A sand volleyball game like no other, with the net,boundaries and ball glowing throughout the game!Cost is $5 per player. Meeting Location: Volleyball Court
Nature Adventure Tween and Teen Day(Ages 10-17)Parents, take the day off and let your tween or teenembark into the National Forest to see red wolves,alligators, turtles and more! We'll visit the SeweeEnvironmental Education Center and take a hike to viewthe wolves enclosed in their natural environment, thenembark on a 3 mile kayak paddle through the beautifulwaters of Huger and Quenby Creeks. We'll pass ospreyand eagle nests along the way and may see abandonedrice fields full of wildflowers. Cost is $75 per child andincludes lunch. Tuesdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. MeetingLocation: Swim Center
Tween & Teen Climbing Wall & BowlingOuting (Ages 10-17) Get to the peak of fun with this tween and teen activity.We'll travel to Time Out Sports in Mt. Pleasant to testyour climbing skills on their 40 foot climbing wall. After aclimb we will head to the Bowling alley for dinner and acompetitive bowling bash. Cost is $30 per person. Closedtoed shoes and shorts or pants are required, as well as aparent or guardian at time of drop off for outing. Open tothe first 14 people who sign up! Wednesday eveningsfrom 4-7:30 p.m. Meeting Location: Swim Center
<< Island Adventures continued WILD EXCURSIONS The Island Adventures team invites you to join our expe-rienced captains and naturalists while they lead you onan adventure that showcases the unique natural environ-ment that surrounds Wild Dunes and Charleston.
Please note: Due to limited space, we encourage you tosign up as soon as you know your vacation dates.Advanced registration is required and must be made by 5p.m. the day prior to the day of the excursion. Payment forall activities should be made to Wild Dunes Resort and isdue before departure. If you must cancel a reservation,please call Island Adventures at extension 2292 by 5 p.m.the day prior to the excursion to avoid being charged. Island Adventures provides transportation to the appro-priate site. Please dress appropriately. You may wish tobring the following: sunscreen, swimsuit, hat, shoes youcan get wet, insect repellent, retention strap for glassesand plenty of fluids. Please plan on arriving at the SwimCenter 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure time foreach excursion.
HIKING TRIPS & PADDLE ADVENTURES
I'on Swamp Trail Hike (2.2 miles)This leisurely hike includes a trail through the woods onearthen dikes left over from the first plantation in SouthCarolina. Cypress, Tupelo and Swamp maple trees line thebanks. We also walk over historical Wythewood Canalwhere sleepy alligators bask in the sun below.Professional naturalist guides bring artifacts found in thearea and show you medicinal and edible plants. This trailoffers a cool relief from summer temperatures. Fridays, 9a.m.- 1 p.m. Cost is $45 for adults, $33 for children 12 andunder. Minimum of 3 people, maximum of 14 people.
Sewee Indian Shell Rings HikeJourney to ceremonial rings that were built by theCoastal Plain tribes including the Sewee. Dated to beover 4,000 years old, they still stand and are on theNational Historic Register of protected places.Professional naturalist guides bring Native American arti-facts found in the area and show you medicinal and edi-ble plants they used along the way! Fridays, 2-5:30 p.m.Cost is $45 for adults, $33 for children 12 and under.Minimum of 3 people, maximum of 14 people.
Sea Island Bird HikeProfessional naturalists will lead you to various locationson the island along the beach to discover coastal shorebirds and other animal life. South Carolina is home toover 300 species of birds and several species live, nestand feed throughout Wild Dunes! Bring your binocularsand shoes that can get wet. Bird list included. Cost is$20 per person and $10 per child under 12. Minimum 4people, maximum 14 people. Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m.
Plantation Paddle (25 minute shuttle each way) This is a slow moving beautiful Blackwater Creek paddlethat borders plantations that are hundreds of years old.You will see acres of old cultivation fields, eagle andosprey nests and gorgeous wetland birds. Lunch includ-ed. Ages 4 and up welcome. Cost is $85 per person and$60 per child under 12 years old. Minimum of 4 people,maximum of 14 people. Mondays and Wednesdays from9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sunset Champagne Paddle on Sullivan's Island This twilight evening sunset paddle takes you out underthe stars. Certified kayak instructors and professionalnaturalist guides will lead you through the saltwatermarsh where we'll share non-alcoholic champagne andthe beauty of the night sky. Cost is $84 per couple andincludes a bottle of champagne to take home with you.Minimum of 4 people, maximum of 14 people.Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 5-8:30 p.m.
Shem Creek Shrimping Village and CrabBank Island Fossil Paddle (15-20 minute shuttle from Wild Dunes) Visit a Historic maritime creek lined with shrimp andcharter fishing boats and a festive atmosphere! We pad-dle through saltwater marsh creeks, go shelling, look forfossils and enjoy views of the historic Charleston Harbor,Fort Sumter and the Sullivan's Island Lighthouse. Lunchincluded. Cost is $85 per person and $60 per child under12 years old. Minimum of 4 people, maximum of 14 peo-ple. Thursdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sailing Trips on the “Palmetto Breeze”Board Charleston's ultimate sailing catamaran and setsail for an unforgettable experience on the water. Fastand spacious, the Palmetto Breeze provides the perfectsetting for a comfortable, stable cruise throughCharleston's barrier islands and observe the wildlife ofthe Lowcountry. Covered, cushioned seating, and twobathrooms on board. Complimentary bottled water andsoft drinks on all charters. Cost is $30 for adults, $15 forchildren ages 3-12 and free for ages 2 and under.
Pirate SailAhoy! Gather your sea legs and be prepared for anadventure as we cruise the waters with a licensedCharleston Pirate Lore Historian on board! The wee onesenjoy the treasure hunt activity with the crew and aresure to come home with pirate booty. Grog provided forall pirates. Pirate costumes encouraged for all ages! Setssail: Friday from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Dolphin Aloha Sunset Sail Enjoy an island experience aboard the Palmetto Breeze,with luau music, dancing, Hawaiian leis, complimentarybottled water and soft drinks, and light snacks. Beer andwine available for purchase. Don't forget your Hawaiianshirt! Sets sail: Thursday from 6-8:30 p.m.
Sailing Trips on the “Serena”Serena is a classic sailing sloop, the jewel of Charleston,offering passengers an intimate sailing experience.Whether you want to learn sailing skills or relax andobserve dolphins and other wildlife, you'll enjoy your tripthrough the pristine waters of the Lowcountry. Built in1967, Serena is one of only twelve, 50' Columbias in theworld! Full “live-aboard” yacht with salon, galley, mas-ter and guest cabins, and bathroom. Enjoy complimentarybottled water and soda, or store your own snacks andrefreshments in our on-deck coolers. Cost is $35 foradults and $25 for children ages 12 and under.
Serena Sunset Sail Relax in tranquility and enjoy a Lowcountry sunsetaboard Serena. Pamper yourself with your own 50' sail-ing yacht and crew for the evening! Sets sail: Monday,Tuesday and Wednesday from 6-8 p.m.
The Isle of Palms counts on about350 warm, dry days a year. So it’s nowonder people who live here arealways out and about. Ask ourconcierges to recommend festivalsand celebrations just about everyweekend of the year.
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Serena Family Sail Take a beautiful morning cruise through Dewees Inletand the Intracoastal Waterway just off the Isle of Palms.You'll be perfectly at ease with the tunes of JimmyBuffet and Bob Marley in the air. Assist the Captain bytaking the wheel, or simply sit back and relax taking inthe view with your family while you're away from it all! Sets sail: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from10 a.m.-noon. Call extension 2292.
Coastal Kayaking Adventures Slip into the marsh and paddle quietly at eye-level withdolphins, herons, osprey, loggerhead sea turtles and theoccasional manatee. In this leisure kayaking adventure,our naturalist instructors guide you through an ecosystemrich with wildlife. No previous kayaking experience nec-essary. Your naturalist guide is a certified lifeguard andall kayaks are stable, equipped with back support andrudder. Cost is $75 for adults and $60 for children ages12 and under. Call extension 2292.
Mornings on the Marsh Greet the day and beat the heat with a morning paddlethrough Lowcountry marshes. Paddle Away: Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-noon. Call extension 2292.
Family Fun Adventure Enjoy an exciting family adventure by kayak that includesnature viewing opportunities and educational naturegames that make learning fun! Paddle Away: Monday,Wednesday and Friday from 1-4 p.m. Call extension 2292.
An Evening Adventure Explore the Lowcountry marshes as the sun sets on theLowcountry. Paddle Away: Monday-Friday from 5-8 p.m.Call extension 2292.
Boat Eco-ToursExperience the natural beauty of our barrier islands andsurrounding salt marshes. All of our Eco-Tours are leadby local naturalists and stop on Caper's Island HeritagePreserve. Caper's Island provides great opportunities toobserve wildlife, walk Bone Yard Beach and more. A raretreat for shelling and photography, Caper's Island willbring out the explorer in you. Bottled water is availablefor purchase on all Eco-Tours, however you are alwayswelcome to bring your own small cooler. Call extension2292. Meeting Location: Swim Center
Capers Island Wildlife Exploration This tour offers extensive time on Caper's Island BoneYard Beach searching for wildlife, walking the beachand birdwatching. Spend time exploring the salt marsh-es and pulling traps and nets while observing dolphinsand other local marine life. Cost is $38 for adults, $28for children ages 3-12 and free for ages 2 and under.Anchors Away: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturdayfrom 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Call extension 2292.
Dolphin and Sea Turtle Sunset Cruise Take in a Lowcountry sunset over the marshes, and joinour naturalists in their search and discovery mission forthe bottlenose dolphin and loggerhead sea turtle. Wealso make a stop at Caper's Island for a stroll on thebeach. Cost is $32 for adults, $24 for children ages 3-12and free for ages 2 and under. Anchors Away: Monday-Friday and Sundays from 6-8:30 p.m. Call extension 2292.
Blue Crabbing Catch, cook, clean and consume blue crabs on this after-noon adventure. We'll take you to an excellent spot onCaper's Island, teach you the history of the blue crab andenjoy a crab pickin' party on the beach. This may be thefreshest seafood you'll ever eat! Cost is $40 for adultsand $30 for children. Anchors Away: Tuesday,Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 1:30-5 p.m.Call extension 2292.
Barrier Island All Inclusive This excursion takes you through winding salt marshcreeks to the north end of Capers Island. Take a natural-ist guided walk to the majestic Bone Yard Beach.Equipment and instruction will be available for kayaking,crabbing and fishing. Swim, crab, fish, kayak or justrelax. We'll host a cookout of hamburgers, hot dogs, fruit,snacks and bottled water on the beach. Small coolerswelcome. Cost is $85 for adults, $75 for children ages3-12 and free for ages 2 and under. Anchors Away:Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Call extension 2292.
Creek Fishing Tag along with our top Lowcountry guides as they takeyou to their cherished secret fishing holes in the nearbysalt marshes. Bait, tackle and license provided for you tofish for sea trout, redfish, sharks, lady fish, rays, flounderand more. At night, we'll focus on sharks and monsterrays. Cost is $85 for adults and $75 for children ages 12and under. Call extension 2292. Get Hooked: Monday-Friday from 8-11:30 a.m., 1-4:30 p.m. or 6-9:30 p.m.
EXTREME WATER SPORTS Test your limits with an extreme water adventure.Whether you are sailing 800 feet above the ocean, freeriding on a Waverunner or cruising with friends on abanana boat, these water sports guarantee high speedsand beautiful views of the barrier island. You must be 18years- old to ride Waverunners, and a credit card securitydeposit is required. Call extension 2292. Meeting Location: Swim Center
Free Ride Free Ride is the fastest on-water experience as YamahaWaverunners zip through over ten square miles of openwaters at speeds up to 60 mph. Waverunners canaccommodate up to three passengers or about 400pounds. Minimum of two riders, maximum of 24 riders.•One Rider $60/half hour, $90/hour•Two Riders $70/half hour, $100/hour•Three Riders $80/half hour, $110/hour Ride the Waves: Monday-Saturday from 8-9 a.m.Call extension 2292.
Safari Tour Accompany knowledgeable guides through areas onlyaccessible by personal watercraft. This three-part tripconsists of backwater exploration, an open water freeride and shelling on a barrier island. Cost is $110 for onerider and $130 for two riders. Trips are 90 minutes induration. Ride the Waves: Monday-Saturday at 8 a.m.and 9:30 a.m. Call extension 2292.
Parasailing Get a bird's eye view as Coast Guard Certified captainsand mates take you flying from the deck of a 31 foot cus-tom parasail boat. Hold on as you are gently lifted up to800 feet and then soar through the air by parachute.Please note: Parasailing is a weather-sensitive activity.Trips may be rescheduled at any time. Cost is $60 for a600 foot ride, $80 for an 800 foot ride and $25 perobserver based on space availability. Ride the Waves:Monday-Saturday at 8 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Trips include aone-hour boat ride and 15 minutes of flight time.Call extension 2292.
Banana Boat Rides Fun for the entire family, your banana boat ride can beslow and scenic or an adventurous ride! Guides tow yourparty from behind a Yamaha Waverunner. Cost is $25 perpassenger. Trips are 30 minutes in duration. Ride theWaves: Monday-Saturday at 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.Call extension 2292.
Wakeboarding/Waterskiing/Kneeboarding Try your choice of water sports on the water. Captainscan accommodate newcomers to these watersports withlessons or a few tips to the intermediate riders. Boat andall the necessary equipment is supplied including wake-boards, water skis, kneeboards and inner tubes. Cost is$300 per boat. Maximum of six people. Ride the Waves:Wednesday and Friday at 5 p.m. Trips are 90 minutes induration. Call extension 2292.
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FITNESS CENTER Access to the Fitness Center is complimentary for allguests staying with Wild Dunes Resort. Located onThe Village Plaza, the Fitness Center also offers aselection of professional health and fitness services.Advanced cardiovascular and weight training equip-ment is available. Children under the age of 15 arenot permitted in the Fitness Center, and ages 15-18must be accompanied by an adult. Open 8 a.m.-6p.m. daily, with keycard access from 5:30 a.m.-11p.m. daily. For details about equipment, classes andpersonal training services, please call 888.845.8915or on the Resort, call extension 2249.
WELLNESS PROGRAMS AND SERVICES
Yoga For the ultimate relaxationexperience, join our instructorswho will lead the way to betterholistic health for you. Classesare held Wednesday andFriday from 9-10:30 a.m.Cost is $20 per person,per class. Pre-registration isrequired. Extension 2249.
WellnessPrograms
CuisineAll this talk of playing and relaxing makes us hungry. Good thing there are so many
terrific choices available within and just beyond our gates. Our chefs blend the
Lowcountry's unique culinary style with the best fresh, locally harvested foods.
Reservations are suggested.
The Lettered Olive Enjoy three meals a day, drinks and snacks, at thiscasual, family friendly, destination restaurant. TheLettered Olive is situated in the heart of The Village Plazaand specializes in fresh, contemporary fare preparedby Executive Chef Enzo Steffenelli. Open daily from6:30 a.m-10p.m. Bar open until midnight. Extension 7300.
Hudson's MarketHudson's Market provides an assortment of tastyedibles and beverages for immediate gratification, aswell as all the ingredients for a gourmet meal in yoursuite, home or villa including an excellent selection ofwine, and an assortment of sundry items to make yourvacation as convenient and comfortable as possible.Located on The Village Plaza. Open daily 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Extension 7301.
Sea Island Grill and Lounge Executive Chef T. Cooper Thomas prepares freshLowcountry seafood, prime meats and gracious services.This romantic and intimate restaurant located in theBoardwalk Inn is open daily for three meals from 6:30a.m.-10 p.m., there's also a terrace and lounge area. OnSundays enjoy a plated Champagne Brunch from 10:30a.m.-3 p.m. For reservations, please call 888.845.8915 orextension 2200 on the Resort.
Edgar's PubA relaxed atmosphere and a wall of TVs make this thebest place to catch a game after your golf round. Ourrevamped menu and sports bar theme are already mak-ing Edgar's a new favorite for long-time visitors. Servinglunch and dinner daily from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Bar openuntil midnight. Edgar’s specializes in pub food and memo-rable views of the Links Course. Extension 2296.
Dunes Deli and PizzeriaGrab and go. That's Dunes Deli, next to the Harbor ProShop. From morning staples like Starbucks® coffee anddonuts, to sandwiches, salads and Pizza, your appetite'scovered. The Deli also stocks household supplies,personal care items and food staples. Extension 2233.
The Grand Pavilion Café & BarOpen seasonally, the Grand Pavilion Café & Bar offers apanoramic ocean view and a winning combination ofkid-friendly and adult fare. Sandwiches, snacks, drinksand cocktails with a side of salt air. Extension 2107.
HUDSON’S DINNERS DELIVEREDSometimes a true vacation means that dinner magicallyappears on your table - no fuss, no muss. That's preciselywhat Hudson’s Dinners Delivered offers - a multi-coursemeal for eight to ten people, complete with disposabledinnerware and condiments. Local cuisine or an Italianfeast are the daily bill of fare. Call 888.845.8915 orextension 2307 on the Resort for more details.
Boone Hall Smoked BBQ Pork $160 Slow-smoked shredded pork with benne seed knot rollsand our lip-smacking, house-made Carolina sauce.Served with sweet pepper relish, red bliss parsley potatosalad and cole slaw. Dessert is chocolate cake.*Trimbach Pinot Gris, $52/bottle
Wild Dunes' Southern Fried Chicken $165 Crispy fried chicken with dilled-potato rolls, buttermilkbiscuits and whipped honey butter. Served with creamycole slaw and Charleston red rice. Dessert is deep dishapple pie with fresh whipped cream. *Palmetto Amberfrom South Carolina, $24/12 pack
Famous Family Frogmore Stew $225 Medley of fresh shrimp, smoked sausage, clams, mus-sels, corn on the cob and spring new potatoes simmeredin spicy seafood broth. Served with cocktail sauce andlemon wedges, a seasonal salad with sugared pecansand orange vinaigrette and warm corn muffins and honeybutter. Dessert is assorted jumbo cookies and brownies.*Danzante Pinot Grigio, $28/bottle
Family Italian Feast $150 Traditional baked lasagna served with red sauce, classicCaesar salad tossed with golden garlic croutons, shred-ded parmesan and grilled ciabatta bread. Dessert isAmaretto cheesecake. *Chianti Classico Banfi, 2004,$42/bottle
Seeking your center? Our Fitness Center, wellness programs, yoga and abundant walking trailsjust beg everyone to get out and feel great. Located on The Village Plaza, the Fitness Center canprovide information on daily hours, classes, personal training and special products. Please call 888.845.8915 for details.
Water Aerobics Get in shape with water aerobics, a low-impact, high-energy activity! Ourcertified instructors will guide you through a 60-minute class set to musicthat will make you move. Cost is $10 per class or $40 for a series of 5 classes.Classes are held Monday-Friday at 9 a.m. June 2-August 15 and Monday-Fridayat 10 a.m. August 18-29. Extension 2264.
Personal Training Use your vacation as a chance to start a new exercise regimen. Our staff of cer-tified personal trainers is ready and waiting to get you (or keep you) in tip-topshape. We offer a wide variety of options, including sport-specific training,maintenance programs and introductory programs for the novice exerciser.Extension 2249.
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Open 8 a.m.-6 p.m. daily, Sand & Sea offers a selectionof hair care, skin care, massage and makeup productsincluding Bare Minerals, MD Formulations, Bumble andBumble, Glymed, Burt's Bees, Eminence organic skincare and locally -made Deep Steep merchandise.Extension 2555.
Hair Care Women's Cut and Style .................................................$50Men's Cut .......................................................................$25 Child's Cut (Ages 9 and under) ......................................$20Shampoo and Blow Dry ...............................................$40+
Add-on Thermal Curl/Flat Iron .................................$10+Highlights/Lowlights, Partial .......................................$85+Highlights/Lowlights, Full ..........................................$105+ Single Process, Permanent Color ................................$60+Cornrows ..........................Half head $50+, Full head $70+
SPA PACKAGES
Pamper your Piggies90 minutes, $125. Our custom manicure and pedicure, aswell as a paraffin dip for your hands and feet and yourown bottle of OPI nail polish.
Mother-Daughter PackageAges 9 and under, 90 minutes, $224 / Ages 10 and up, 21/2 hours, $329. Share a morning or afternoon together.For ages 9 and under, package includes an expressmanicure and pedicure and a fast break facial. For ages10 and up package includes a custom manicure andpedicure and a European facial.
MASSAGE THERAPY
Thai Herbal Compress Massage 80 minutes, $165. Our signature massage features anindulgent Thai treatment in which a special blend ofherbs are wrapped in a cloth and applied to the body todeliver healing and therapeutic properties.
Therapeutic Massage 25 minutes, $59 / 50 minutes, $85 / 80 minutes, $144Swedish - light to deep touch for relaxationSports - fast, swift strokes.
Neuromuscular Massage 25 minutes, $64 / 50 minutes, $90 / 80 minutes, $149Deep tissue focus.
Aromatherapy Massage 50 minutes, $106 Create an eight-ounce custom blendedmassage oil to take home after your massage.
Couples Massage Class 80 minutes, $150 Let one of our experienced massagetherapists teach you and your partner the art of massage.
SKIN CARE TREATMENTS
“Fast Break” Facial 25 minutes, $59 Perfect for those limited on time.Includes cleansing, massage and mask.
Sand & Sea Salon and Spa Services
If you find you've been overdoing it - at the office, on the courses or courts - just say aaaaah-
hhhh at the Sand & Sea Salon and Spa Services. Book a microdermabrasion, pedicure or
massage - or return home with a new “do” from our stylists. For a complete spa menu of
services and prices or to book an appointment, visit Sand & Sea on The Village Plaza or call
extension 2555 on the Resort. Please call 888.845.8915 for details.
Physical Fitness Assessment Receive a full physical assessment of your weight, resting heartrate, body fat measurements and analysis, circumferencemeasurements, resting blood pressure, cardiovascular healthand flexibility. At the end of your test, our certified trainers rec-ommend general physical fitness guidelines based on yourresults. We suggest this physical assessment in conjunctionwith a personal training session or series. Extension 2249.
Sports Training Assessment Our staff of personal trainers will help you get an edge on yourgame with exercises and strength training essentials toexcelling at the sport of your choice. Expect hand-eye coordina-tion, agility and balance exercises. Cost is $65 per person for50 minutes. Extension 2249.
Tennis Training Athletes prone to tennis elbow are often also prone to rotatorcuff injuries. In turn, rotator cuff exercises can help preventcommon injuries that occur in racquet sports. Our staff of per-sonal trainers will show you how to perform exercises tostrengthen rotator cuff muscles. Cost is $35 per person for 30minutes. Extension 2249.
Formulations Custom Facial 50 minutes, $166 Pamper yourself with an introductoryMD Formulations kit for your specific needs. Facialincludes steam, cleansing, extractions, massage, custommask and moisturizing for a new you.
European Facial 50 minutes, $85. This popular facial has it all: cleansing,extra attention to extraction, steam, massage and mask.
Bare Therapy (Wax and Tints) Bikini .............................$50Back...............................................................................$65+Brows ..............................................................................$20Lip....................................................................................$12Underarm ........................................................................$30 Half Leg...........................................................................$45Full Leg............................................................................$75
NAIL THERAPY SERVICESPerfect Sense Paraffin ...................................................$20
Polish ChangeFrench Polish, $10, Fingers $15Nail Whitener, $8, Toes $20
“Out the Door” Manicure and Pedicure 50 minutes, $75.
Custom Manicure $35. This classic manicure includes filing, detailed cuticletreatment, hand massage and polish.
Custom Pedicure $55 Get toes ready to show with this classic pedicure thatincludes a foot soak, detailed cuticle and callous care, afoot massage and polish.
Hot Stone Pedicure $70. Make your pedicure even more enjoyable by adding hotstones. Basalt stones are used to massage your feet andplaced between toes for ultimate relaxation.
Children's Nail Therapy Ages 9 and under. LITTLE MISS MANICURE - $25. Includes file, cuticle care, moisturizer and polish. PRINCESS PEDICURE - $35 Includes file, exfoliate, cuticle care, moisturizer and polish. GLAMOUR GIRL - $60. Includes the “Little MissManicure” and “Princess Pedicure” and lip gloss.
*Prices and services are subject to change.
For a comprehensive health assessment, combine a per-sonal training session with a nutrition consultation. Costis $95 per person for 80 minutes. Extension 2249.
Please call at least 24 hours in advance to cancel orchange personal training appointments to avoid beingcharged in full. Extension 2249.
Golf Motion Assessment A lack of flexibility through the hips and trunkcan be a major hindrance to a good golfswing. After conducting trunk, neck and ham-string flexibility tests, your personal trainerwill review stretches you can do on your ownto increase and maintain your flexibility. Costis $65 per person for 50 minutes. Extension2249. *Add a 50-minute neuromuscular mas-sage to release tight muscles that might hin-der your golf game for only $80 per person.
Nutrition Consultation Our nutrition consultations are customized tomeet your specific needs. Looking to get lean-er, bulk up, or maybe you just want to live ahealthier lifestyle? We determine your currenteating the exercise habits, then create a per-sonalized, long term plan with recommenda-tions on nutrition and exercise to help youachieve your goals. Cost is $40 per person for25 minutes. Extension 2249.
Full physical assessment and:
Two one-hour personal training sessions $210 $230Three one-hour personal training sessions $260 $280Four one-hour personal training sessions $300 $320Five one-hour personal training sessions $330 $350
Full 50-minute physical assesment $70 $130
Express 30-minute personal training workout $40
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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Resort Golf School by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointmentVIP Golf School by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointmentDiscover Golf Clinic by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointmentRising Star Junior Clinic by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointment by appointmentGolf 101 Junior Clinic 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m.
A.M. Cardio Tennis 7-8 a.m. 7-8 a.m. 7-8 a.m. 7-8 a.m. 7-8 a.m.Stroke of the Day 9-10 a.m. 9-10 a.m. 9-10 a.m. 9-10 a.m. 9-10 a.m. 9-10 a.m. 9-10 a.m.Daily Drill 10-11 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 10-11 a.m. 10-11 a.m.Daily Duo 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m.Peak Performance 8-10 a.m./10 a.m.-12 8-10 a.m./10 a.m.-12 8-10 a.m./10 a.m.-12 8-10 a.m./10 a.m.-12 8-10 a.m./10 a.m.-12 8-10 a.m./10 a.m.-12 8-10 a.m./10 a.m.-12Tiny Tot Tennis 8-8:45 a.m. 8-8:45 a.m. 8-8:45 a.m. 8-8:45 a.m. 8-8:45 a.m. 8-8:45 a.m. 8-8:45 a.m.Junior Masters 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m.Future Stars Clinic 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m. 9-11 a.m.Afternoon Junior Clinic 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m.Junior Round Robin 2-3:30 p.m. 2-3:30 p.m.Adult Round Robin 2-4 p.m. 2-4 p.m. 2-4 p.m.Stroke of the Night 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m. 4-5 p.m.P.M. Cardio Tennis 7-8 p.m. 7-8 p.m. 7-8 p.m.Exhibition 5:30 p.m.
WAC: Wacky Water Adventure Day 9 a.m.-3 p.m.WAC: Aqua Explorers 9 a.m.-3 p.m.WAC: Lowcountry Alive! 9 a.m.-3 p.m.WAC: Ready, Set, Jump! 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Blackbeard’s Treasure Hunt 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Nature Adventure Tween & Teen Day 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Tween & Teen Climbing Wall & Bowling 4-7:30 p.m.Capture the Flag 10 a.m.Crazy Hat Creation 2 p.m.Flag Football 10 a.m.Kickball Ballistic! noonSand Volleyball 10 a.m.Whiffle Ball Wonders noonBirdhouses noonBeach Bums & Bunnies Beach Tote 10 a.m.Family Stepping Stones 10 a.m. 2 p.m.Kite Creation & Flying Lessons 2 p.m.Picture Perfect noonT-shirts to Dye For! noon 4 p.m.Barrier Island Marine Bio-Camp 9 a.m.-1 p.m.Beginner Shutterbug Lessons 9-10 a.m. 1-2 p.m.Advanced Shutterbug Lessons 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 2:30-3:30 p.m.Family Bingo 7 p.m. 7 p.m.Guitar Hero® Challenge 4-6 p.m. 4-6 p.m.Water Gun Wars 7 p.m. 7 p.m.Blacklight Volleyball 9 p.m.Blacklight Dodgeball 9 p.m.
Free Ride 8-9 a.m. 8-9 a.m. 8-9 a.m. 8-9 a.m. 8-9 a.m. 8-9 a.m.Safari Tour 8 a.m. / 9:30 a.m. 8 a.m. / 9:30 a.m. 8 a.m. / 9:30 a.m. 8 a.m. / 9:30 a.m. 8 a.m. / 9:30 a.m. 8 a.m. / 9:30 a.m.Parasailing 8 a.m. / 9:30 a.m. 8 a.m. / 9:30 a.m. 8 a.m. / 9:30 a.m. 8 a.m. / 9:30 a.m. 8 a.m. / 9:30 a.m. 8 a.m. / 9:30 a.m.Creek Fishing 8-11:30 a.m. 8-11:30 a.m. 8-11:30 a.m. 8-11:30 a.m. 8-11:30 a.m.
1-4:30 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m. 1-4:30 p.m.6-9:30 p.m. 6-9:30 p.m. 6-9:30 p.m. 6-9:30 p.m. 6-9:30 p.m.
Barrier Island All Inclusive 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Banana Boat Rides 9 a.m. / 5 p.m. 9 a.m. / 5 p.m. 9 a.m. / 5 p.m. 9 a.m. / 5 p.m. 9 a.m. / 5 p.m. 9 a.m. / 5 p.m.Capers Island Wildlife Exploration 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Blue Crabbing 1:30-5 p.m. 1:30-5 p.m. 1:30-5 p.m. 1:30-5 p.m.Wakeboarding/Waterskiing/Kneeboarding 5 p.m. 5 p.m.Coastal Kayaking 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
1-4 p.m. 1-4 p.m.5-8 p.m. 5-8 p.m. 5-8 p.m. 5-8 p.m. 5-8 p.m.
Plantation Paddle 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Shem Creek Shrimping Village & 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.Crab Bank Island Fossil PaddleSunset Champagne Paddle 5-8:30 p.m. 5-8:30 p.m. 5-8:30 p.m.Pirate Sail 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.Serena Family Sail 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 10 a.m.-12 p.m.Family Fun Adventure 1-4 p.m.I’On Swamp Trail Hike 9 a.m.-1 p.m.Sea Island Bird Hike 4-6 p.m.Sewee Indian Shell Rings Hike 2-5:30 p.m.Dolphin Aloha Sunset Sail 6-8:30 p.m.Dolphin & Sea Turtle Sunset Cruise 6-8:30 p.m. 6-8:30 p.m. 6-8:30 p.m. 6-8:30 p.m. 6-8:30 p.m. 6-8:30 p.m.Serena Sunset Sail 6-8 p.m. 6-8 p.m. 6-8 p.m.
Caribbean Entertainment 1-4 p.m. 1-4 p.m.Sunday Night Beach Party 6:30-10 p.m.Family Night 5:30-8 p.m.Family Bingo 7 p.m. 7 p.m.Shaggin’ on the Beach 7-10 p.m. 7-10 p.m.Beach Idol Karaoke 7-10 p.m. 7-10 p.m.Music After Dark 7-10 p.m.
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CONTRIBUTORS
<< SANDY LANG Sandy is a freelancewriter/editor/creative basedin Charleston. She is alsoTravel Editor for CharlestonMagazine and producesphoto shoots withPeter Frank EdwardsPhotographs. More of herwriting can be seen at sandylang.net.
>> JOSH ZOODSMA
Born and raised in the frigid winters ofMichigan, Josh Zoodsma now takes
pleasure in calling Charleston his home.Josh has spent more than a decade
exploring the waterways and islands ofthe Lowcountry and finds great inspira-
tion in these surroundings. After histenure as an assistant to several promi-
nent photographers, Josh now findshimself behind the camera for many
editorial and advertising clients.
>> MELISSA BIGNER
Melissa has written extensively about theLowcountry for Southern Living, Cottage
Living, Charleston, and Charleston HOMEmagazines, plus travel guides like Fodor’s
and Moon Handbooks. She has alsoauthored several books for groups like
HGTV, TLC, and Better Homes &Gardens. Currently she edits Charleston
Weddings and is working on SimpleSouthern Bouquets, a coffee table tome
featuring the region’s most romanticblooms and the sweet, nostalgic stories
Southerners share about them.
>> LYN METTLER
Lyn, who owns Mettler PublicRelations and is president of StepAhead Web Strategies, writes for
a number of local and nationalpublications, including Charleston
Home and House Calls. She livesin Mt. Pleasant with herhusband and two sons.
<< J. MICHAEL McLAUGHLIN J. Michael McLaughlin has lived inthe Lowcountry and written aboutCharleston since 1979. He co-authored eleven editions of theInsiders’ Guide to Charleston forGlobe Pequot Press, and co-wroteIt Happened in South Carolina forTwo Dot Press. His articles haveappeared in numerous nationalmagazines over the past 25 years.
<< HEATHER FORSYTHE Charleston-based commercialphotographer, Heather Forsythe,delights in working in theLowcountry. Heather especially lovesworking on Isle of Palms. Not onlydo the backdrops of the Lowcountryfeel timeless and elegant on theisland, but there’s a certain islandtown charm that she loves. Heathergraduated summa cum laude fromthe College of Charleston withdegrees in both Art History andStudio Art. She works in bringingthe Lowcountry to life in both hereditorial and wedding work.
<< COLLEEN TROY Colleen is a freelance writerand local business owner whomoved to the Lowcountryfrom New York City in thelate ’90s. She and her familylove the culture, climate andlandscapes of Charleston andespecially enjoy callingfriends “back home” whenit’s wintery there and oh-so-warm here!
>> PETER FRANK EDWARDS
A former fish monger and sous chefwith a degree in anthropology, Frankwas born and raised in coastal South
Carolina. During college, he practicedphotography at a camera shop and was
soon off to Europe - and ultimately toBerlin - where he shot artist portraits
and projects before returning toCharleston, to live again by the ocean.
In his photography, Frank mixes hispassions for travel, people and food
and shoots for a variety of advertisingand editorial clients.
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Summer is the perfect season
to step back, close your eyes, and
take a deep breath. Maybe you
want to spend your lazy days
fishing, looking for sea shells or
doing nothing at all but watching
the waves crash on the beach. It’s
summer, you’re allowed the luxury
of slowing things down a bit.
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The best vacations are the ones
that make you feel like a kid again.
They are the ones you can still hear,
taste and smell long after you’ve
gone back home. So whether the
sun is rising or setting on your
getaway, you can be sure the
Lowcountry is the ultimate setting
for building lasting memories,
year after year.
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SUMMER 2008
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WHAT IF THE BEST OF BEACH LIFE – THE FRESH AIR, SUNLIGHT AND EASYGOING STYLE - LIVED RIGHT NEXT DOOR TO THE BEST OF CITY LIFE?You know: gorgeous water views, breezy decor, terrific people-watching, and easy access to everything that makes a vacation perfect?
Well, as of May, the best of both worlds are cohabitating at The Village at Wild Dunes®, a guest-centric addition to Wild Dunes
Resort. The idea of The Village is simple: focus comfy accommodations in the heart of an exciting “downtown” vibe, and put it all
within throwing distance of the beach, bikes, golf and tennis.
By Colleen Troy • Photography by Peter Frank Edwards
VILLAGEthe
A Natural Extension of the Wild Dunes Experience
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lashback a few years,
and recall that the old
Island House and a
parking lot once served
as the “welcome mat” for the Four
Diamond Boardwalk Inn.
No more. Visitors returning to the
Resort will appreciate what emerged
from behind those construction fences.
The Village anchors these recent enhance-
ments, which started with the Boardwalk
Inn and stretch to the new Sweetgrass
Pavilion. The Village is the jewel in that
string of pearls.
Rising above the Village Plaza and
behind pastel-colored walls are the condo-
miniums, rooms and suites that provide the
perfect blend of privacy and tranquility just
steps away from the Resort action.
Every condominium offers plush fur-
nishings and gorgeous ocean or plaza
views. Flexible floor plans range from
studio-style to three bedroom units. Those
traveling alone can nest in their cozy
units, or head out on the Resort for some
group fun. Families will enjoy preparing
occasional meals in their spacious aeries,
or heading downstairs to grab a bite
(room service is also an option!) Also
worth noting: concierge service that meets
(indeed, often anticipates) the needs of
Village guests.
Beckoning from below is the Village
Plaza, a spot where all resort guests come
together to mingle, dine and browse.
Warm days and evenings find acoustic
musicians and other amusements scat-
tered along the way. Landscaping along
the Northeastern corner slopes gently to
an open-air stage, which welcomes per-
formers and special activities of all stripes.
The easy, integrated landscape of The
Village has already made it a hit with fam-
ilies; parents love giving their children a
little room to roam – safely and securely.
As Frank Fredericks, managing director
of Wild Dunes Resort notes: “We are
excited to offer the Southeast region’s first
true village-style experience. We see the
new Village as a very natural extension of
Wild Dunes and the vacations we’re
known for. It’s a perfect blend of quality,
easy living and family-friendly touches
everywhere you look,” Fredericks said.
“The Village brings historic Charleston to
the beach, creating a fresh, family-orient-
ed environment with Lowcountry flair.”
That flair will also be seen in additions
like The Lettered Olive, the new restau-
rant that offers casual drinks and dining.
Breakfast features fresh-baked pastries,
and the day concludes with rotisserie-
hot goodies.
“The Lettered Olive brings a terrific new
gathering place to Wild Dunes,” said
Manuel DeMoya, Director of Food and
The Village offers some of the toniest real estate in town (condominiums are still available for purchase). And we’ve made itsuper simple to get in the mix. Visit the Wild Dunes Real Estate officeon the plaza and chat with one of their friendly sales consultants.
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WANT TO BE A PART OF IT ALL?
Beverage. “It offers fresh, contemporary
food in a fun, casual environment. You
can linger over cocktails or a meal, or
grab something and go. It’s all right at
your doorstep.”
The Village Plaza also features Hudson’s
Market a sundries store that harkens to an
Isle of Palms shop that was a community
gathering spot in the 40s. The Plaza is also
home to the Fitness Center and Sand &
Sea Salon and Spa Services that is given
room now to stretch and breathe. The spa
has added more treatment rooms, all
anchored around a calm lobby flanked by
a water wall.
Experience The Village for yourself an
book your next vacation in the center of the
Resort’s activity! Call 888.845.8915.
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PEOPLE, PLACES & THINGS
MARVIN GRANTDRINKINTHEVIEWG R A B Y O U R S U N G L A S S E S A N D C L I M B O N U P T O T H E B E S T R O O F T O P B A R S I N C H A R L E S T O N
By Melissa Bigner • Photography by Heather Forsythe
t’s no accident that so many
movies – “The Notebook,”
“Cold Mountain,” “The Patriot,”
“Ace Ventura,” and of course,
“The Swamp Thing” – have been filmed in
the Lowcountry. Local scenery ranges
from African savannah to colonial town to
20th century fishing village all in a matter
of a few bridges and minor miles. So it
makes sense that half the fun of being
in these parts is soaking in the vastly
varying views. And this time of year, there’s
no better place, and no better way to do just
that than at the end of a sweet summer’s
day, perched atop one of the area’s best
open-air rooftop bars, toasting the sun as
she sinks down in a style that rivals the
best of silver screen magic. To get the good
times rolling, read on for a roundup of
the best of the sky-high bar bunch.
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TIPSAll seats are first-come, first-serve, so aim tobe there before sundown to score a seat.
Summer Sunset Times Between 7:45-8:30 p.m.
LEFT: A view of Charleston fromthe Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
at the Vendue Inn.
THIS PAGE: A view fromRed’s Icehouse on Shem Creek.
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T ucked next to a tiny private
marina that sits right where the
Breach Inlet joins the Atlantic to
the Intracoastal Waterway, The Boathouse
has long been a casual fine dining hotspot
for everyone from the neighboring Isle of
Palms and Sullivan’s Island to those who
flock here from downtown and beyond.
The draw is the food and ambiance, fresh
seafood served up in a setting that warms
any boat lover’s heart: varnished decking-
styled floors, oar and cleat-handled
doors, vintage sailing photos, and chairs
trimmed in nautical canvas. But come four
o’clock, it’s all about the outdoors. Climb
up the outside stairs to the small but
sufficient Crowbar and grab a first-come-
first-serve spot at one of the deck tables.
Suddenly you’re drinking in a view of
green marshes and meandering tidal
waters that stretch for mile upon mile with
undulating strings of birds heading to
their nightly nesting spots. With a breeze
that comes straight off the ocean, and a
skyline that’s so vast and uninterrupted by
development that the setting sun, clouds,
and rose-gold light rules supreme, it’s the
unrivaled best spot to soak up the most
majestic show in town.
DRINK OF CHOICE: Wine
EATS: A host of fried seafoodappetizers, plus fantastic shellfish
PARKING: Complimentary valet
HOURS: Nightly until the crowdclears, but closed Mondays
DRESS CODE: Khakis
VIEW APPEAL: Nature central
LIVE MUSIC: Occasionally
THE CROWBAR AT THE BOATHOUSE AT BREACH INLET
B E S T R O O F T O P B A R S I N C H A R L E S T O N
101 Palm BoulevardIsle of Palms843.886.8000
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DRINK OF CHOICE: A bucket of beer
EATS: Take anything from the full menu up to the top, self-serve. Try the shrimp or mahi mahi baja tacos.
PARKING: Gravel lot marked Red’s.
HOURS: Open nightly
DRESS CODE: Almost anything goes (shirts and shoes required, though)
VIEW APPEAL: Watching the fishing boats weigh their trophy catches
LIVE MUSIC: Occasionally
RED’S ICEHOUSE
B E S T R O O F T O P B A R S I N C H A R L E S T O N
98 Church StreetMount Pleasant
843.971.8737
A s vast and diverse as Mount
Pleasant’s personality is, its most
charming corner is indisputably
the Old Village and the neighboring fishing
docks on Shem Creek. Come sundown, the
latter’s bustling with shrimp trawlers head-
ing in, charter boats returning for the day,
and loads of pelicans stalking both to see
what scraps they can score. In the midst of
all this action, Red’s IceHouse is the bar
that most suits the raucous scene. A maze
of sun-bleached wood and corrugated
metal dining rooms and decks lit with neon
and dressed with hand-painted slogans
(“At Red’s, it’s all about the breeze and
ease!”), it’s laid-back enough that (mellow)
dogs are allowed outside, and cool enough
that it attracts a fair mix of the flip-flop fishing
crowd and suburban cuties, both. One
thing everyone has in common? Sunburns
and squinting, thanks to the open-air
surroundings. So before you shimmy up
the skinny stairs labeled “Red’s Highway to
Heaven” and plunk yourself down on one
of the wide cushioned couches on the
bartop roof deck, you might think about a
little sunscreen and your shades, too.
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Nestled on the block between
East Bay Street and the
Waterfront Park fountain, the
Vendue Inn has welcomed guests for
decades. Given its demure look and
tucked away location, locals and savvy
visitors-in-the-know tend to be the lucky
ones who take full advantage of the
seemingly sleepy spot. Downstairs there’s
a newly revamped fine dining restaurant
that’s poised to be one of downtown next
favorites, and upstairs, four stories above
via a tiny elevator, there’s the long-adored
Rooftop Bar & Restaurant. A two-tier
affair, the latter begs for long hours of
lingering at either the long bar, or one
of the scores of iron tables that cover the
four different decks. The scene is relaxed,
ROOFTOP BAR & RESTAURANT AT THE VENDUE INN
B E S T R O O F T O P B A R S I N C H A R L E S T O N
19 Vendue RangeCharleston843.414.2341
DRINK OF CHOICE: Custom cocktails
EATS: Shrimp and crab quesadilla, or barbecue pork on brioche
PARKING: The public parking deck at Prioleau at East Bay streets
DRESS CODE: Casual…even the servers are in sunglasses
VIEW APPEAL: Classic Charleston skyline
LIVE MUSIC: Almost nightly
and welcomes anyone from families to
couples and singles looking for a place to
rest out of the tourist fray below. The café-
styled menu – a small, but thorough mix
of apps, burgers, wraps, brioche-sand-
wiches, and salads – and a thorough drink
list – cocktails like the Charleston Sweet
Tea (mango rum and iced tea), $30 bottles
of wine, 22 bottled beers – accommodates
everyone, and the view is just as hospitable.
Here, you catch an almost neighborhood
view of the city, with the steeples of St.
Philip’s and St. Michael’s just blocks away,
the cupola of the Exchange building just
south, and a slice of the harbor just
beyond Waterfront Park. Add the clip-clop
of carriages passing below, and it doesn’t get
any more charming.
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DRINK OF CHOICE: Martinis
EATS: Kobe beef burger
PARKING: The public parking deck on HasellStreet, behind the Charleston Place Hotel, or atConcord and Cumberland streets
HOURS: Open nightly
DRESS CODE: Ranges from Charleston chic to khaki casual
VIEW APPEAL: Wow-factor landmarks of Charleston
THE PAVILION AT MARKET PAVILION
B E S T R O O F T O P B A R S I N C H A R L E S T O N
225 East Bay StreetCharleston
843.723.0500
Between the uniformed doorman,
the marble floors, the crystal
chandeliers, and the leather and
mahogany-stained banquettes you pass in
the lobby, there are a few first-floor tip-offs
that tell you The Market Pavilion is going
to host the swankiest rooftop bar down-
town. Just next to the Market at East Bay
St., this luxury location opened not quite
five years ago, and has since cornered the
well, market, in elevated hipster hotspots.
Head to the elevators, mash “P” and you
step out into a terrace that’s dressed
with manicured topiaries and towering
tables perfectly suited for taking in the
surroundings. The bar itself is something
to behold (with the edgeless pool, the
columned loggia, and the hotties who
come to watch the sun set and the
moon rise), but the view beyond is just as
magnificent. Here, the vantage is all
about bold elements, like the monolithic
U.S. Custom House, the massive U.S.S.
Yorktown air carrier on the other side of
the Cooper River, the sweeping Ravenel
Bridge, and whatever towering container
ship of the moment that has docked a
mere block away. With a menu that rivals
some of the better earth-bound restau-
rants in town, martinis that are primed for
swilling, and the plain awesome view, it
impresses the most jaded of barflies.
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MILDWILDE X T R E M E S P O R T S T O S U I T A N Y S O R T
By Colleen Troy • Photography by Josh Zoodsma
FROM
TO
arm days at Wild Dunes Resort
means one thing: there’s plenty of
opportunity to get out and explore
the wild blue yonder – either on the wing,
on the water or somewhere in between. In
a place that built its reputation on the
gentler pursuits of golf and tennis, the
Resort has come on strong with in- and off-
resort adventure sports. Sprinkle as much
– or little – into your stay as you’d like.
Here’s our “extremity guide” to
Charleston’s favorite summer activities.
The rating system is not scientific,
but rather the attempt of this writer
(a Mom) to help readers (i.e., other suit-
ably cautious souls) determine the fright
factor involved with each activity. A one
rating means this sport delivers minimal
fright, but plenty of fun. A five rating
means you might want to do some deep
breathing while your loved ones partake.
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KAYAKING
magine life as a stingray, gently gliding along the waves, darting in and out of tiny islets or bobbing
out on the surf. Kayaking is about as close as we humans will ever come to that feeling of water-borne
tranquility. Here in the Lowcountry, the combination of salt marshes, rivers and the open sea make
kayaking something of a local pastime. But it’s also gaining popularity nationwide. New York City has
opened up eleven new kayaking ramps and general usage is climbing – most notably among women.
To book a kayaking adventure call our Island Adventures Team at 843.886.2292.
White Knuckle Factor: 1 – This is safe for grade schoolers-through-pensioners (be sure bring water and sunscreen)Brawn Required: 2 – Paddling will require some arm strengthBragging Rights: 3 – This back-to-nature excursion will give you plenty to talk about
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his is the baby of the bunch, born of parents “windsurfing” and “fly surfing.” And its popularity is
growing at a tremendous rate. No wonder. Improvements to equipment have made the sails more
stable, and made the sport quicker to learn than it was just a few years ago. Mastering it, though, is
another matter and can take years of zen-like commitment. What makes kite boarding rock is
the jump – ranging from two feet above water, to the 40 and 50 foot leaps the pros make.
Air is a local outfitter that offers lessons. Its experts advise temporary visitors to book a starter class, where they
learn to handle a land kite. Mastering the sport can take a week or two of lessons. Finally, this is not child’s play;
kitesailers should be at least 80 lbs and mature enough to handle a sport involving currents, deep water and speed.
To book an adventure call Air at 843.388.9300.
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KITE BOARDINGWhite Knuckle Factor: 4 – Not for the faint of heart – and it’s imperative you follow safety instructions
Brawn Required: 3 – Torso and leg strength is most importantBragging Rights: 5 – It’s cool. Wicked cool.
SURFING
atch the wave and learn one of the hottest sports in the country. As gentle as the beach may
seem, Isle of Palms delivers some rideable waves. Most of the surfing here is focused
around the Pier, and the north side is especially popular with locals (surfers must stay at
least 200 feet away from the pier). Wave riders bring their shortboards, longboards and funboards
out from early Spring through late Fall. With waters happily free of boulders and generally
un-crowded, there’s plenty of room for beginners.
Kids 8 to 15 can partake in the Sol
Surfing Camp, run by a local
surfer who shuttles campers to
Folly Beach for a five-day program.
To book a surf camp
including rental and a session
with a doctor of wavology,
call Sol Surfers Surf Camp
at 843.881.6700.
White Knuckle Factor: 3 – Takes some skill and courage to stand on waterBrawn Required: 4 – If you’re not fit yet, you will beBragging Rights: 5 – You’ll be stoked, it’s surfing!
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rave speed? Then this is the cate-
gory for you. Swap wind power
for pure diesel mixed with adrena-
line, and you’ve got jet skiing, wake
boarding, knee boarding and parasailing.
Each has its own charms. Parasailing
gets you airborne in seconds, and is far
easier to master than water skiing or kite
boarding. Jet skiing requires mature cap-
tains at the helm, and is often best done
in teams. The combination of engines
and traffic on the waterways make this a
sport worthy of careful attention. Know
the rules of the water and you’ll be fine.
Knee boarding and wake boarding
take everything that’s fun about skiing
(speeding atop the water behind a boat)
and removes its toughest aspect (stand-
ing – and staying there), and is suitable
for kids 7 and up (participants should
be proficient swimmers).
To book call our Island Adventures
Team at 843.886.2292.
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SPEEDSPORTS
White Knuckle Factor: 3 – These aren’t scary, just energizingBrawn Required: 1 to 5 – It’s all dependent on the ride you seek and the intensity you wantBragging Rights: 5 – Here’s a category that creates lasting family memories
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ADOPTION LEVELS AND BENEFITS:
T A K I N G T H E L O W C O U N T R Y H O M E
Adopt an Animal from the South Carolina Aquarium
South Carolina Aquarium
To adopt an animal call 843.577.FISH (3474) or visit www.scaquarium.org
“it” ITEM: South Carolina Aquarium100 Aquarium WharfCharleston, SC 29401843.720.1990
Summer HoursApril 1 - August 159 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday - Saturday12 p.m.-6 p.m., Sunday
Fall/Winter HoursAugust 16-March 319 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday - Saturday12 p.m.-5 p.m., Sunday
$ 50 includes 2admissiontickets
$ 100includes 2 admission ticketsand a subscription to Tributaries,our annual membership maga-zine that includes informationon upcoming events, programsand promotions
$ 250includes 2 admissiontickets, a subscrip-tion to Tributariesand 2 behind-the-scenes tour passes
$ 500includes 2 admissiontickets, a subscription toTributaries, 2 behind-the-scenes tour passes andspecial recognition
$ 100includes an adoption certificate andphotograph, an educational fact sheet,a bumper sticker, 2 admission tickets,a subscription to Tributaries, quarterlyemail updates on stranded turtles, andinvitations to attend turtle releases
$ 250includes everything at$100 level and a tour ofthe turtle hospital foryou and three guests
ADOPT A STRANDED SEA TURTLE LEVELS AND BENEFITS:
What better way to rememberyour Charleston vacation than tobring home a cute river otter oran enchanting seahorse? Or aLoggerhead sea turtle? Looking tosplurge? Return home with enoughanimals for family and friends.
Adopting a pet from the SouthCarolina Aquarium is the perfectsouvenir. So perfect that youdon’t need to worry about theextra baggage weight.
You may not exactly be able tobring home a sand tiger shark oran American alligator when youadopt from the aquarium, but yougain something so much more.
Every penny from an adoptionhelps to feed and care for theaquarium animals and helps tofund research and conservationefforts. Adoption length is forone year, and donations aretax-deductible.
Adoptive parents of all mone-tary levels receive a certificate ofadoption, a fact sheet on theiradopted animal along with a
color photograph and a bumpersticker to show the world youare an adoptive parent.
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Animals available for adoption include:
• American Alligator • Angelfish
• Comb Jellyfish • Great Blue Heron
• Loggerhead Sea Turtle • Northern Puffer
• Red Tailed Hawk • River Otter
• Sand Tiger Shark • Seahorse • Sea Star
Animals not listed may be available upon request.
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ENDLESSVACATIONFOR CHARLIE BURNS, A FAMILY MAN AND FATHEROF TWO GROWN CHILDREN, EVERYDAY LIFE ISA DREAM HE NEVER IMAGINED COMING TRUE.After a long day at work, he makes the short drive home to IOP (that’s Isle of
Palms for first-time visitors) where he changes into tennis gear, hops on his bike
and finds himself at the tennis court in just a few minutes. On weekends it’s
all about golf and even a quick swim in the family pool, a leisurely walk along
the beach or a ride around the neighborhood in the family golf cart.
By Lyn Mettler • Photography by Heather Forsythe
BURNS, ATRANSPLANTFROM LEXINGTON,KY., NEVER FELTUNSATISFIED WITHHIS LIFE IN THEBLUEGRASS STATEWITH ITS HORSEFARMS ANDROLLINGGREEN HILLS
… until his family vacationed
at Wild Dunes. After making it
an annual tradition to visit at
Thanksgiving, the family would
find themselves saying as they
left, “Can you imagine how
good it would be to live here?”
While Kentucky is beautiful, he
says, “It’s simply a different kind
of beauty down here.”
Burns is not alone. Many
long-term residents decide they
just can’t stand to be away
from the beauty of Charleston’s
beaches, even for part of the
year, and choose to make the
area their permanent home.
MANY LONG-TERMRESIDENTS DECIDE
THEY JUST CAN’TSTAND TO BE AWAYFROM THE BEAUTYOF CHARLESTON’S
BEACHES, EVEN FORPART OF THE YEAR,
AND CHOOSETO MAKE THE
AREA THEIRPERMANENT
HOME.
A well-equipped porch isessential to Lowcountry living
and relaxing.
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COMINGHOMETO CAROLINA
Burns, his wife, Caroline, and their
daughter and son first discovered the
Charleston area on a visit to Kiawah Island.
While they enjoyed their visit immensely,
they had friends who lived in the Wild
Dunes community who suggested they
try their island the following year. Once
they arrived, they were hooked.
“It’s easy to get to downtown. We came
down for the golf, tennis and good weath-
er,” says Burns, who calls himself a “tennis
addict” and a dedicated golf player, as well.
After visiting the resort for five years,
Burns found himself downsized from his
job of twenty years. He and his family
decided to take the plunge, uproot
and head South to make a little piece of
the Lowcountry paradise permanently
their own.
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PALMETTOPERKSSurprisingly, it was not a difficult adjust-
ment for any member of his family. His wife,
a native of Lexington, has never expressed a
moment’s discontent (though he says his
mother-in-law has never forgiven them for
moving), and his son loved it so much he
moved back to the area after college.
For Burns, it’s largely about the easily
accessible amenities offered at the resort,
especially the proximity and opportunities
to play golf and tennis. “In Lexington, you
can’t play golf or tennis for at least five
months out of the year,” he says.
In addition to sports, he and his wife also
enjoy all the friends they have made down
here. “At sunset, we love to take the golf
cart out [to visit with neighbors],” says
Burns. “My wife and I feel virtually every-
body we’ve met down here is very friendly.”
Nearby Charleston is also a perk for the
couple, who enjoy the area’s choice of qual-
ity restaurants and the historic architecture
of downtown. “Anything cultural you want
to attend is there also,” says Burns.
Like many Isle of Palms residents, Burns
and his family find themselves awash in
guests who want to enjoy the beauty of
the area, as well. “You hear from an awful
lot from your friends back home,” he says.
“I’ve got a lot of tennis-playing friends that
come down, and they are literally sick
when they have to go back where they’re
going.” He points out that all six of their
bedrooms were full last Thanksgiving.
Burns and his wife aren’t planning to
move anywhere else anytime soon now
that their daily life has become what was
once only a vacation. “I’m a happy indi-
vidual living in this place,” he says. “I feel
like everyday I wake up in Wild Dunes,
I’m lucky.”
“I’M A HAPPY INDIVIDUAL LIVING IN THIS PLACE, I FEEL LIKE EVERYDAY I WAKE UP IN WILD DUNES, I’M LUCKY.”
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SIMPLY SUMMER DESIGNS,
SENSATIONAL SUMMER LOOKS
by Ivie Parker and Adrian Sims
hen designing an
adaptable interior
to accommodate
convenient
updates, it is imperative to
start with a neutral palette.
This basic foundation allows
for ever-evolving creativity in
your accents and accessories.
Whether embracing the season
or dabbling in the latest décor
trends, our tips will guide
you through capturing a
transitional look fit for your
latest whim.
BUILD YOUR BASE
• Think of your design as a
blank canvas and layer your
fabric and upholstery to create
dimension.
• Incorporate various textures
(seagrass, rattan, upholstery) in
your furniture and accents for
depth. We suggest coupling a
timeless upholstered sofa and
club chair with a rattan arm-
chair and streamlined ottoman.
FOR ALL SEASONS
• For an adaptive setting,
build your design around hues
that can be reused. This tran-
quil palette of neutral tones in
the upholstery and coating the
walls of the room lends itself to
unfold with the seasons.
BOLD AND BEAUTIFUL
• Delight in an exquisite,
inspirational print to electrify
the look for your seasonal
escape. We adore this vibrant
tangerine and seafoam fabric
(above) de mer as the primary
pattern nestled amongst
smaller, geometric chocolate
and taupe prints (below).
• Mingle these secondary,
geometric prints sporadically to
complement rather than com-
pete with the signature fabric.
NATURE’S NURTURE:
• Brighten your décor with
bouquets of fresh flowers and
greenery. Our picks – vibrant
zinnias or gladiolas enlighten
summer and even fall seasons.
• Entertaining? Instantly
impress guests with a striking
tropical table arrangement of
Birds of Paradise mixed with
stems of Torch Ginger, palm
fronds, curly willow and
wide-leaf greenery.
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The pr incipals of Parker-Sims Inter iors , a Char leston-area based home design f i rm,Iv ie Parker and Adr ian Sims love cal l ing the Lowcountry home. ParkerSimsInteriors.com
TRENDS IN HOME DESIGN
A: PATTERN: Aquarius/Corail, COMPANY: Pierre Frey
B: PATTERN: Pom Pom Dahlia, COMPANY: Osborne & Little
C: PATTERN: Sailcloth, COMPANY: Fabricut
D: PATTERN: Lu’an Fretwork, COMPANY: Schumacher
E: WEAVE: Boardwalk Braid, COMPANY: Sisalcarpet.com
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DAY TRIP
FL WER
IN THE PINESYes, it DID begin as a small village
of summer retreats built by wealthy
19th-century plantation dwellers eager
to escape the heat and miasmas of
the South Carolina summers. But
that’s only the start of Summerville’s
fascinating story.
Unlike any number of other inland
villages that sprang up in the Lowcountry
for similar reasons at about the same time,
Summerville had something special. A
number of factors fell into place that made it
survive and even prosper beyond the wildest
dreams of those early planter families.
First of all, Summerville had the ultimate
asset: location, location, location. It’s
directly 25 miles east of the Atlantic Ocean
on a geological ridge 75 feet above sea level
– relatively high as Lowcountry land falls.
And because of this, it’s surrounded by a
naturally-occurring stand of longleaf pine
By J. Michael McLaughlin
S U M M E R V I L L E
WITH A NAME LIKE “SUMMERVILLE,” ONE MIGHT MAKE AN EDUCATEDGUESS AS TO THE ORIGINS OF THIS CHARMING COMMUNITY LOCATED 18MILES NORTHWEST OF CHARLESTON – HEADING UPSTATE ALONG I-26.
CLOCKWISE FROM UPPER LEFT: Summerville is knownfor its Flowertown Festival and 4th of July celebration,during which thousands flock to see the beautiful azaleablooms, peruse the arts and crafts, and partake in someof the season’s tasty treats.
700 buildings are listed on the National Register ofHistoric Places.
Summerville is also called “Flowertown,” due to theabundance of flowers blooming almost any time of year.
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trees that tend to moderate the tempera-
tures and scent the air with “vapors” 19th-
century locals said cleared the head and
opened the lungs. This was enough to
attract a few planter families to the wood-
land clearing during the prosperous first few
years following the American Revolution.
By 1828, according to one account, there
were 28 houses in the village; enough to
warrant the building of a Chapel of East to
accommodate the Episcopal congregants
spending summers there.
Even today, some of these same early
houses dominate the half-mile area of
Summerville known as “Old Town” near
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. The homes
built on high pilings with wrap-around
porches still testify to their original own-
ers’ appetite for refreshing sea breezes and
pine-scented air.
Next, and most importantly, Summerville
was along the route of America’s first
railroad. Access by rail was established as
early as 1832. With this basic arterial con-
nection to Charleston, the town’s business
sector thrived and morphed into a proper
town square. By 1847, Summerville was
incorporated as a town.
During the 1850s, a series of fever
epidemics swept through Charleston.
While these threats to public health were
not uncommon in the Holy City before
the Civil War, having easy access to a
haven of safety was. A newspaper of the
time said it this way, “The eyes of
Charleston sadly turned to Summerville
….” By 1860, more than a thousand
people called Summerville “home.”
The advent of the Civil War put a stop to
Summerville’s growth and prosperity until
the end of the century. Then, an odd fluke
of hype and hyperbole pushed the quiet
town of Summerville onto the world’s stage.
In 1889, an international meeting of physi-
cians specializing in respiratory medicine
held a “Tuberculosis Congress” in Paris.
They declared in print that Summerville,
South Carolina, was one of THE best places
to go for the treatment of lung and throat
disorders. Suddenly, special excursion trains
were steaming toward Summerville from
points all over America with carloads of
patients eager to partake of the curative
“air.” In turn, caregivers came to provide
goods and services to the health-minded
crowds. Hotels and guest houses sprang up
around town and a laid-back resort-like
atmosphere settled over Summerville like a
cool, refreshing, spring rain.
In fact, Summerville’s reputation as a
place to “take the cure” attracted the asth-
matic President Theodore Roosevelt,
among other famous guests. He visited the
Pine Forrest Inn, largest of the town’s
health-centered establishments (now long
gone), as did the portly President William
Howard Taft.
The heyday of Summerville’s fame as a
health resort was largely gone by the time
of the world-wide influenza pandemic of
1918, and by the time America’s Great
Depression descended over the country it
was only a quaint memory.
The post World War II prosperity that
lifted Charleston out of the economic
doldrums did the same favor for
Summerville. The town became known as
a center for the culture of azaleas, the exu-
berant springtime blossoms that burst into
bloom every spring setting the entire land-
scape ablaze in color.
Every garden, fencerow, and hillside
seems to flow directly from Summerville’s
Azalea Park on Main Street. The Chamber
of Commerce title “Flowertown in the
Pines” is well-deserved each year as the
townsfolk celebrate with a three-day festi-
val (the first weekend in April) celebrating
the annual bloom.
Currently Summerville is Dorchester
County’s largest community with nearly
28,000 residents. While new neighbor-
hoods seem to crop up overnight, the Old
Town area contains 700 buildings listed on
the National Register of Historic Places.
Clearly, Summerville retains much of its
19th century charm and still calls to new-
comers with an irresistible siren’s song.
FUN THINGS TO DOIN AND AROUNDSUMMERVILLE
If you’re planning a visit to Summerville, bearin mind that the quaint downtown shops andgalleries are a destination unto themselves.Allow plenty of time for browsing and windowshopping. Look here for interesting antiques tobuy, as well.
In June and July you might catch a freeconcert in Summerville’s Town Square and their4th of July celebration is pure Americana at itsbest. Go to summervilledream.org.
Summerville can boast not one but twostate parks that offer an array of summertimeactivities for families and nature lovers.Givhans Ferry State Park offers rare plants anda wide range of wildlife in a natural Lowcountrysetting. Go kayaking along the blackwaters ofthe Edisto River. Rental campsites and cabinsare available for longer stays. Dorchester StateHistorical Site is an archaeological explorationof a colonial settlement dating back to 1697.You can join the staff for hands-on participationin this project. Visit southcarolinaparks.com.
The Francis Beidler Forest is where FrancisMarion, the “Swamp Fox” and General NathanielGreen fought and helped defeat the British dur-ing the American Revolution. Today, the area’sAudubon Sanctuary is an educational center forenvironmentalists. Visit beidlerforest.com.
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Stroll through the scenic beauty of Azalea Park where nature and art intermingle. LEFT: “Fantasy Flight” by Bobbe Gentry. TOP RIGHT: “For Wind and Waves” by Robert Allison. ABOVE: Located in the Summerville Historic District, St. Paul’s Episcopal Chuarch is more than 175 years old.
HOW DO I GET THERE?
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Exit Wild Dunes taking a right onto Palm Blvd.
Turn left at 41st Ave.
41st Ave turns right and becomes Palm Blvd.
Turn right at Isle of Palms Connector (SC-517).
Turn left at Hungry Neck Blvd.
Take the ramp to I-526W toward Columbia.
Take exit 17B to merge onto I-26W toward Columbia.
Take exit 199A for US-17A S toward Summerville.
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IN GOOD TASTE
FROM THE SEABy Sandy Lang • Photography by Heather Forsythe
A LINE COOK WHO OFTEN SAUTÉED THE SEA BEANS FOR SALAD PLATES AT A DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON RESTAURANT
DESCRIBED THE TASTE OF SEA VEGETABLES THIS WAY, “YOU KNOW WHEN YOU TAKE THAT FIRST PLUNGE IN
SPRING, WHEN THE OCEAN’S STILL COLD AND YOU ACCIDENTALLY BREATHE IN SOME WATER? THAT’S THE TASTE.”
He was right. To borrow from the wine world, sea vegetables can definitely have a “nose,” an essence of the ocean. And the most
flavorful that we eat are generally harvested from cooler waters, with brisk and refreshing tastes, colors and textures born of the
sea. The ocean’s plants are also brimming with vitamins and nutrients, having sprouted in the tonic of mineral-rich saltwater and
in shallow enough depths to absorb the sun’s rays.
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At the Sea Island Grill at Wild Dunes
Resort, Executive Chef T. Cooper Thomas
serves a wakame-based seaweed salad to
complement the fresh taste of tuna tartare.
“Wakame has a nice color, and along with
the sesame seeds and sesame oil, adds
flavor that’s subtle, not overpowering to
the tuna.”
Enjoying food from the sea is nothing
new for Chef Thomas, who grew up in
Mount Pleasant and worked in the kitchens
of the Charleston Grill and RiverTowne
Country Club before joining the Sea Island
Grill in late summer 2007. “It’s great here.
You’re standing in the kitchen and you
know the Atlantic is right outside your
door… most of the seafood we cook is
from the ocean 300 yards away.”
That pleases Chef Thomas, who is admit-
tedly a water baby. As a child, he says “you
couldn’t keep me out of the water,” and that
he would go fishing, crabbing and water-
skiing on the creeks and Intracoastal
Waterway with his father. These days, he
still gets to local piers to fish when he
can. The young chef says he likes to cook
and experiment with sea vegetables. Chef
Thomas uses classical French cooking
techniques, and under his direction, the
restaurant’s diverse menu has decidedly
southern influences and ingredients, with
entrees such as crab cakes, shrimp tempu-
ra and grits and venison steaks.
If you’re ready to jump in and try cook-
ing with sea vegetables, not to worry. You
won’t have to harvest the ingredients
yourself. It’s easy to find and order small
quantities from online stores selling Asian-
sourced products, along with those from
U.S. growers and gatherers that are locat-
ed mostly in the North Atlantic and
Northwest. In the Charleston area, ingre-
dients can be found at Whole Foods,
Earth Fare, the H&L Asian Market, and
other locations.
Flavors of sea vegetables range from
subtle and mild to more briny, and cook-
ing and soaking softens their texture and
taste. Some sea vegetables to look for:
Wakame – A tender kelp traditionally
added to miso soup, wakame is also good
in salads (with sesame seeds and soy sauce
or rice vinegar), stir-fry dishes, and rice
dishes. It has a nutty smell when dried, a
slipperiness when cooked, and is a good
source of calcium, thiamine, niacin, and
vitamin B12. (Studies at a Japanese uni-
versity found that wakame is also helpful
at burning fatty tissue).
Sea beans – Also known as glasswort,
sea beans grow naturally along the Pacific
and Atlantic coasts, including South
Carolina. Sold fresh or frozen (not dried),
sea beans are spiky and cactus-like, and
have a crisp, briny taste. They are often
served with seafood and are delicious
when lightly sautéed with olive oil and
diced fresh tomato.
Nori – The papery, dark wrapper for
sushi, dried sheets of nori can also be bro-
ken into strips or flakes and added to
soups, casseroles, salads and rice dishes.
Nori is a source of vitamin A, C and iodine.
Kombu – A thick, purple-black seaweed
used to season soups, rice, beans and
stocks. Bought in dried strips, sheets or
bundles, kombu is a good source of
iodine, calcium, magnesium and iron.
Arame – Before adding to recipes, the
dried, wiry strands of arame are a good
side dish for fish when simmered with
tamari, lemon juice and rice wine. Or it
can be soaked for a few minutes to be
reconstituted before adding to stir-fries
and omelets. Arame adds vitamin A,
potassium, calcium, and dietary fiber.
Dulse – In leaf form it looks a bit like
chewing tobacco, and people often eat the
red-brown seaweed by the handful. Dulse
is good when pan-fried or baked and
added to sandwiches, mixed into salads or
sprinkled on soups. Savory and slightly
salty, dulse is also powdered for use as a
seasoning, adding potassium, protein and
flavor to recipes.
If you would like to experiment
with sea vegetables, please try one
of Chef Thomas’ recipes on page 67.
o be clear, what we’re
talking about here is otherwise known as
seaweed. It’s the same leafy strands that
you see washed up on the beach. But
growing and drifting in seawater isn’t the
only destiny of these chlorophyll-rich
plants. In Asia and Europe, sea vegetables
have been gathered and chopped and
dried for the dinner table for centuries for
their health benefits, versatility and savory
flavors. Meanwhile, over here in the New
World, the American dive into seaweed
eating has occurred only recently, mostly
by way of the nori-wrapped California
rolls at the nation’s now ubiquitous sushi
counters. (Actually, we’ve all been eating
seaweed-derived substances for years and
probably didn’t know it. Sea plant ingredi-
ents have long been used as thickeners and
stabilizers in edible products in the U.S.
But that’s another, blander story.)
“A lot of people don’t know what to
do with sea vegetables,” says John Bonner,
a produce team member at the Whole
Foods in Mount Pleasant, which stocks a
variety of sea vegetables. “If people are
looking at the dried dulse or the fresh sea
beans, we encourage them to taste – it’s
perfectly fine to eat many of the sea
vegetables raw.”
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Tuna Tartare
1 lb tuna
4 oz tomato
2 oz shallots
2 oz chives
2 oz capers
2 oz sesame oil
2 oz soy sauce
pickled ginger to taste
wasabi to taste
wakame to taste
Dice the first three ingredients and chop the next two. Combine all these in amixing bowl with the sesame oil and soy sauce. Season the mixture to tastewith salt and pepper and let stand in refrigerator for 30 minutes. Serve with thewakame, ginger, and wasabi. Sake is also a great accompaniment to this dish.
Kelp “Collard” Greens
1 lb kelp (fresh)
3/4 cup bacon (chopped)
1/2 cup shallots
1/4 cup garlic
1 can beer
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
3 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup sugar
salt and pepper taste
Start the bacon, shallots, and garlic in a cold pan on med high heat. Sautee themixture until the bacon is golden brown. Add the beer and chicken broth andbring to a boil. Once boiling, add all the remaining ingredients and simmer untilthe kelp is soft like cooked pasta. Continue cooking on low for 30 min; then sea-son and strain. Serve immediately or reheat when needed.
Seaweed and Shellfish Tasting
6 oz sea greens (fresh)
3 each lemon (sliced)
12 oz cocktail sauce
8 oz butter (melted)
2 tbsp olive oil
salt and pepper taste
1/4 cup shallots (diced)
2 lb kelp (fresh)
4 each lobster tail
8 each crab claws
Bring three quarts of water to a boil and add the fresh kelp. Simmer the kelpuntil it is tender like cooked pasta. Season with salt and pepper and lightly coat itwith olive oil. Place it in the cooler for later. Seafood poaching liquid: Use one lemonand combine it with the chopped shallots and one gallon of water. Bring the mixtureto a boil and add your first seafood item. Poach each type of seafood until cookedcompletely and warmed throughout (one at a time, bringing the liquid back to a boileach time) and shock each in an ice water bath to stop the cooking process. If youwant to serve the seafood hot, then forgo the ice bath and serve immediately.
Accompaniments: Serve the cocktail sauce and melted butter on the side withslices of lemon, the kelp and sea greens. If you want to jazz it up you can add yourfavorite salad dressing to the greens, and the kelp can be used to make “pasta salad.”
8 each shrimp
8 each mussels
8 each oysters
serves 4
serves 4
serves 4
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WINTERWONDERLAND
V I S I T I N G W I L D D U N E S I N T H E O F F S E A S O N
By Lyn Mettler
t usually happens the same way –
someone recommends a visit to Wild
Dunes and the beautiful beaches of
the Lowcountry on your next
vacation. You stay a week and anxious to
return again, book a two-week stay the
following year. Each time, the stay gets
longer and longer until you’re officially an
“extended stay” guest.
At least that’s how it happened for Judy
Bertram, 70, and her husband, Wendell,
72, who have been making Wild Dunes
their second home during the winter for
18 years. “Wild Dunes is our favorite
place in the world,” says Judy.
The pair, who live in Lewisburg,
Pennsylvania most of the year, but spend
summers in Maine, discovered the Resort
after a visit to friends who owned at
the Resort. They then rented for a week
themselves and have gradually worked up
to a three-month winter stay.
Wild Dunes is home to many such
extended stay guests every year, many of
whom choose to visit in winter to escape
the cold and snow that accompanies the
season further north.
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Many Wild Dunes guests who come
back year after year find companionship
in other regulars. Bertram and her hus-
band have some nine couples they’ve
made friends with who either live in the
resort or also visit during the winter
months. Bertram says they dine together,
celebrate birthdays, carpool to water
aerobics and much more.
“What really sealed the deal for us
was the people we met,” says Mitchell, 59,
who has been wintering at the resort
since 2002 with her husband, Bill, 65. “I
realized we belonged there when I heard
someone say ‘Hi Bill’ at the Piggly Wiggly.”
While you may envision kicking back
in a beach chair with a good book,
many long-term residents say, while it is a
relaxing retreat, it’s also a great time to
get out and about and enjoy the area’s
many offerings.
“It’s not like sitting in a condo and
saying ‘what movie do you want to
watch?’,” says Bertram. And Bonnie
Mitchell points out she’s probably busier,
by choice, at Wild Dunes than when she’s
at home. “There’s never a dull moment,”
she says. “We’re as busy as we want to be.”
In the past, Mitchell and her husband
have taken ballroom dancing and yoga,
participated in local bridge groups and of
course, enjoy walking and biking the
beach and the Resort. “We bring our
bikes and bike around the Resort,” says
Mitchell. “You can walk any time of day
and feel very safe,” says Denise
Hendrigan, 65, of Cambridge, Mass., who
often walks and bikes alone during her
winter visits with her husband, Frank, 70.
Wild Dunes even offers bike rentals for
those who don’t want to cart their bikes
from home.
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While the Resort offers plenty of fun for
guests, there’s also a host of amenities and
culture just across the connector in Mt.
Pleasant and across the bridge in down-
town Charleston. “The proximity to
Charleston is a big advantage,” says
Hendrigan. During their visits, they enjoy
many College of Charleston events and
programs at the Gailliard Auditorium.
Many visitors actually get involved in the
local community to feel more a part of
Charleston and to get to know locals.
Mitchell volunteers as a docent for the
annual Charleston Symphony Orchestra
League home downtown, while
Hendrigan taught a local rug-hooking
course and Bertram volunteers at the
Tourist Center and for the Preservation
Society’s Annual Tour of Homes. As a
group, they have even cooked meals for
the Ronald McDonald House. “We try to
be active in the area,” says Bertram.
Wild Dunes also helps guests who want
to plan outings away of the Resort. Melvin
is happy to provide guests with advice on
what to do and even arrange tours, trans-
portation, dinner reservations and more.
But whether you choose to relax and
unwind or be a social butterfly – or a
little of both – winter visitors truly feel
like Wild Dunes is where they belong.
“It’s really become a second home,”
says Bertram.
In addition to spending time with
friends during their stay, the couple, who
live in Ottawa, Canada, also stay in touch
and visit these friends throughout the
year. “It’s nice to have people around us
who know us and care about us,” she says.
But how do you get to know your
neighbors? “The best way to meet others
is through the mixer,” says Erin Melvin,
Life Concierge for Wild Dunes’ extended
stay guests. Once a month, guests can
attend a mixer at Edgar’s Pub, which offers
music and cocktails, to get to know other
winter residents.
WHAT TO DO at WILD DUNES
IN WINTER
Wild Dunes offers plenty of organized
activities to keep visitors busy. There’s a
winter dining series at the Sea Island
Grill and a variety of different activities
each month, such as Superbowl party,
and the St. Patrick’s Day event in March.
“There’s always something special
going on at Wild Dunes,” says Melvin.
She recommends guests review the
vacation planner section of 5757 Palm
magazine for a list of events at the
resort during their stay or check the event
listings on Resort Channel 2.
Guests are also welcome to contact
Wild Dunes Resort Pre Arrival Concierge
for tips and help booking activities.
Call: 843.886.2218 or Email:
STEPS FROM THE CITY
THE BEST WAY TO MEET OTHERS IS THROUGH THEMIXER.
– Erin Melvin, Life Concierge for Wild Dunes’ extended stay guests.
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Photo by Peter Frank Edwards© Bob Durand Jr.
wilddunesmeetings.com
blah.obviously, they’ve never held a meeting here.
Meetings are serious business. You know that.
But it’s not all business. Wild Dunes has created
an oceanfront resort environment where you
will play as hard as you work. And when it’s time
for business, our new event facility provides the
perfect inspiration for a successful meeting.
Come discover Wild Dunes Resort. Only minutes
from historic Charleston, SC.
To speak with an event specialist, please call
843.886.2090 or email [email protected].
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hether you’re just getting to know Charleston for the first time, or
you’re an old friend, we’re certain this will be another unforgettable
stay. You’ll soon come to understand that the area is forever full of
things to do and see, history to absorb, places to shop and food to taste. No matter the
season, the Charleston region is the perfect getaway.
We’ve consistently been called the most mannerly city in the nation. We’re at the top
of the lists when it comes to “Top Ten” travel destinations, romantic destinations...and
more. But beyond all the rankings, our passion is making sure we offer what every
vacationer is looking for: countless ways to lose themselves and enjoy the moment.
Whether you love to shop, golf, taste regional delicacies or to sit back in a hammock
and watch the clouds go by, Charleston can accommodate.
ALL THINGSCHARLESTON
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W The All Things Charleston section is a
helpful guide to the Charleston area. It
is divided by geographical area, using
maps to help you find local dining,
shopping and entertainment venues.
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76 CHARLESTON AREA EVENTS
78 RESORT SHOPPING
80 ISLE OF PALMS/SULLIVAN’S ISLAND
84 DOWNTOWN CHARLESTON
86 MOUNT PLEASANT
90 DANIEL ISLAND
92 WEST ASHLEY/SURROUNDING AREAS
The Lettered Olive Enjoy three meals a day, drinks and snacks,at this family friendly, casual destinationrestaurant. The Lettered Olive is situated inthe heart of The Village Plaza, and special-izes in fresh, contemporary fare preparedby Executive Chef Enzo Steffenelli. Opendaily from 6:30 a.m-10 p.m. Bar open untilmidnight. Extension 7300.
Hudson's MarketHudson's Market provides an assortmentof tasty edibles and beverages for imme-diate gratification, as well as all theingredients for a wonderful gourmet mealin your suite, home or villa including anexcellent selection of wine, and anassortment of sundry items to make yourvacation as convenient and comfortableas possible. Located on The VillagePlaza. Open daily 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.Extension 7301.
Sea Island Grill and Lounge Executive Chef T. Cooper Thomas preparesfresh Lowcountry seafood, prime meats andgracious services in a romantic and intimatesetting. Located in the Boardwalk Inn andopen daily for three meals from 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m., there's also a terrace and loungearea. On Sundays enjoy a platedChampagne Brunch from 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.For reservations, please call 888.845.8915or extension 2200 on the Resort.
Edgar's PubA relaxed atmosphere and a wall of TVsmake this the best place to catch a gameafter your golf round. Our revamped menuand sports bar theme are already makingEdgar's a new favorite for long-timevisitors. Serving lunch and dinner dailyfrom 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Bar open untilmidnight. Edgars specializes in pub foodand memorable views of the Links Course.Extension 2296.
Dunes Deli and PizzeriaGrab and go. That's Dunes Deli, nextto the Harbor Pro Shop. From morningstaples like Starbucks® coffee and donuts,to sandwiches, salads and Pizza, yourappetite's covered. The Deli also stockshousehold supplies, personal care itemsand food staples. Extension 2233.
The Grand Pavilion Café & BarOpen seasonally, the Grand Pavilion Café& Bar offers a panoramic ocean view anda winning combination of kid-friendlyand adult fare. Sandwiches, snacks, drinksand cocktails with a side of salt air.Extension 2107.
HUDSON’S DINNERS DELIVEREDSometimes a true vacation means thatdinner magically appears on your table -no fuss, no muss. That's precisely whatHudson’s Dinners Delivered offers - amulti-course meal for eight to ten people,complete with disposable dinnerware andcondiments. Local cuisines or an Italianfeast are the daily bill of fare. Call888.845.8915 or extension 2307 on theResort for more details.
Boone Hall Smoked BBQ Pork - $160 Slow-smoked shredded pork with benneseed knot rolls and our lip-smacking,house-made Carolina sauce. Served withsweet pepper relish, red bliss parsley pota-to salad and cole slaw. Dessert is choco-late cake. *Trimbach Pinot Gris, $52/bottle
Wild Dunes' Southern Fried Chicken - $165 Crispy fried chicken with dilled-potato rolls,buttermilk biscuits and whipped honeybutter. Served with creamy cole slaw andCharleston red rice. Dessert is deep dishapple pie with fresh whipped cream.*Palmetto Amber from South Carolina,$24/12 pack
Famous Family Frogmore Stew - $225 Medley of fresh shrimp, smoked sausage,clams, mussels, corn on the cob andspring new potatoes simmered in spicyseafood broth. Served with cocktail sauceand lemon wedges, a seasonal salad withsugared pecans and orange vinaigretteand warm corn muffins and honey butter.Dessert is assorted jumbo cookies andbrownies. *Danzante Pinot Grigio,$28/bottle
Family Italian Feast - $150 Traditional baked lasagna served with redsauce, classic Caesar salad tossed withgolden garlic croutons, shredded parmesanand grilled ciabatta bread. Dessert isAmaretto cheesecake. *Chianti ClassicoBanfi, 2004, $42/bottle
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THINGS TO SEE & DO, DINING,
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owhere else will you find such a variety of qualitythings to see and do. There is something for every-one in Charleston and the surrounding areas fromthe sports fanatic to the history buff, from the artlover to the weekend fisherman (or woman). Close
your eyes and just point anywhere in this section...you’re sure toland on something that will not only offer hours of fun, but willcreate memories that will be yours for years to come.
For centuries, the Lowcountry has been renowned for theunique way its chefs create culinary concoctions from the best offresh, locally harvested foods. Based on a bounty of seafoodculled from the surrounding ocean, creeks and tributaries andgame hunted in nearby woodlands, they developed a style that isstill celebrated today. Whether you crave a taste of that traditional,plantation-style fare, nouveau Southern or classic Americandishes, our top-caliber restaurants will satisfy and delight.
If you go home empty handed, you must have serious will-power. It doesn’t matter where you go in the Charleston area,you’ll find a wonderful selection of antiques, apparel, collectibles,jewelry, art, home and garden items and much, much more!
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Charleston’s people,history, culture, and naturalbeauty—it’s hard for JoeStevens to narrow downexactly what he loves about
Charleston. The head golf pro at The Links Course atWild Dunes simply loves it all.
Originally from Pittsfield, Mass., Stevens moved tothe Lowcountry in 1992. He worked at Harbour TownGolf Links on Hilton Head Island before moving toCharleston in 1999.
Stevens admits he’s partial to the Isle of Palms. “I love working on the island because it’s so
beautiful out here,” he says. “Driving across the Isleof Palms Connector, especially when you reach the topof it, allows you to see the whole island and the oceanin the backdrop. I’ve been working at the Resort nineyears, and the beauty of the entrance of the islandis still breathtaking.”
Stevens also enjoys the nature on the islandand on the golf course.
There are a couple of bald eagles that live on thenorth end of the island, and I see them often.” He adds,“We have one on the course that lives on hole six.”
What does Stevens recommend every visitor should experience?
“I would have them go downtown, walk aroundMarket Street, and learn a bit about the history ofCharleston. There are also a variety of great restaurantsin that area. My favorite is Cypress Lowcountry Grill.I love the ambiance, and they have great filets.”
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JUNE
2008 Piccolo Spoleto Festival MAY 23 - JUNE 8, 2008Various locationsFestival info: 843.722.2764 or [email protected] tickets: 843.554.6060 (or call your local Ticketmaster agent)www.piccolospoleto.com
The 26th annual Piccolo Spoleto Festival is thesister event of the Spoleto Festival. WhileSpoleto focuses on international performing arts,Piccolo focuses on artists from the Southeast. Itstraditional offerings include visual arts, exhibits,classical music, jazz, dance, theatre, poetry read-ings, children’s activities, choral music, ethniccultural presentations, crafts, and film. Most ofthe Piccolo events are free and the rest areoffered at very modest ticket prices.
2008 Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Festival JUNE 6-7, 2008Location: Laing Middle School, 2213Highway 17 North, Mt. Pleasant843.856.9732 or 843.971.3564
The 4th Annual Sweetgrass Cultural Arts Festivalis part of the renowned Annual Piccolo SpoletoCelebration. Learn about the history, engage insweetgrass basket demonstration, share theexperience, and enjoy the Gullah GeecheeCulture through a variety of entertainment,games, and delicious Lowcountry cuisine.
Reggae Nights Concert SeriesJUNE 21, 2008James Island County Park843.795.4386
Enjoy the best Reggae music around in a beauti-ful outdoor setting. Bring your chair or blanketand dance and rock the night away. Food, bever-ages, and souvenirs will be available for pur-chase. Outside alcohol and coolers are prohibit-ed. Fee: $6 adults, free: children under 12. Gateopens at 7:30 p.m. Music begins at 8:30 p.m.
3rd Annual Island Heritage FestivalJUNE 27-29, 2008Various locationswww.islandheritagefestival.com
The Island Heritage Festival is a three-day celebra-tion honoring the history and culture of AfricanAmericans – “Gullah People.” It also celebratesthe historic treasures of their Sea Island home“James Island,” which was called “one of the fiveremarkable cultural wonders of the world youshould visit before it vanishes,” by USA Today.
The Races! The Races!THROUGH JULY 31, 2008Edmonston-Alston House, DowntownCharleston843.722.7171www.middletonplace.org
South Carolina planter’s enthusiasm for horseracing will be the focus of a special exhibit at theEdmondston-Alston House through July 2008.The exhibit, “The Races! The Races! Charleston’sGala Race Week,” will emphasize the popularityof horse racing in Charleston during the 18th and19th centuries, and tell the history of this mostimportant social season. Guided tours of theEdmondston-Alston House are $10. The RaceWeek Exhibit can be enjoyed by visitors at noadditional charge. Tour times are Tuesdaythrough Saturday 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. andSunday and Monday 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Formore information, please call 843.722.7171.
JULY
Patriots Point July 4th CelebrationJULY 4, 2008USS Yorktown, Patriots Point Naval &Maritime Museum grounds843.884.2727 or 866.831.1720www.patriotspoint.org
From 2 p.m. to midnight. There’s nothing like itanywhere in the southeastern United States. Hotbands, a huge Kidz Zone, some of the bestrestaurants and snacks in Charleston, and whenthe stars come out...fabulous fireworks off theflight deck of the USS Yorktown. Free admissionand free parking.
The Rice Planters Amateur Golf Tournament
JULY 1-5, 2008843.884.8571www.sneefarmcc.com
The Rice Planters Amateur Golf Tournament, isone of the Top Ten Amateur Tournaments in thecountry. This four-day invitational event is held atthe Snee Farm Country Club in Mt. Pleasant andhas hosted many great amateur players over theyears including: Tom Lehman, Davis Love III, HalSutton, Stewart Cink, Andy Bean, Scott Hoch,and many others. This year, the Rice PlantersAmateur is celebrating its 35th anniversary ofhosting top amateur players from around theworld. The tournament supports local charitiesthrough donations from tournament proceeds.
Summer is here! Soak up the sun and bask in the warm weather.From the Piccolo Spoleto Festival to the PatriotsPoint July 4th celebration to the rush of aRiverdogs game, there is no better time to enjoyall that Charleston has to offer. Call ahead toconfirm dates, times and locations as they aresubject to change.
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Bill Fishing TournamentJULY 9-12, 2008Location: Charleston City Marina843.278.4914www.megadocktournament.com
Registration has already begun for the 2008 HMY-Viking MegaDock Billfishing Tournament. Thisyear’s event promises to be one for the recordbooks. Last year, the event concluded with thelargest boat and billfish turnout of the 2007 SouthCarolina Governor’s Cup Billfishing Series. Alltogether, 74 competing boats angled and released76 billfish, which included nine Blue Marlin, fourWhite Marlin, and 63 Sailfish. The tournament is aWorld Billfish Series sanctioned event.
A Wonderful Wedding® Will HostThe Bridal ExpoJULY 13, 2008Location: Gailliard Municipal Auditorium843.795.7544www.awonderfulwedding.com
A Wonderful Wedding® is hosting the BridalExpo at the Gailliard Municipal Auditorium indowntown Charleston. The event runs from 1 - 5p.m. with a fashion show at 3 p.m.
Experience more than 60 vendors in an interac-tive environment • See the latest bridal fashiontrends • The men can relax in the all-inclusiveGrooms’ room with football games, drinks, andcigars • Musicians set the mood and provideentertainment throughout the day • Sample horsd'oeuvres and relax with complimentary cocktails• View all of the latest options for distinctiveprops and decor for your wedding.
Pre-register on-line now to reserve your ticket forjust $8. Tickets will be available at the door theday of the show for $10. Special keepsake toteswill be given to all brides, which will include acopy of the wedding planning guide, A WONDER-FUL WEDDING, as well as other great gifts to useto plan your big day! Great door prizes will begiven away including a honeymoon package!
Reggae Nights Concert SeriesJULY 19, 2008James Island County Park843.795.4386
Enjoy the best Reggae music around in abeautiful outdoor setting. So bring your chair orblanket and dance and rock the night away! Food,beverages, and souvenirs will be available forpurchase. Outside alcohol and coolers are prohib-ited. Fee: $6 adults, free: children under 12. Gateopens at 7:30 p.m. Music begins at 8:30 p.m.
AUGUST
Reggae Nights Concert SeriesAUGUST 16, 2008James Island County Park843.795.4386
Enjoy the best Reggae music around in a beautifuloutdoor setting. So bring your chair or blanket anddance and rock the night away! Food, beverages,and souvenirs will be available for purchase.Outside alcohol and coolers are prohibited. Fee: $6adults, free: children under 12. Gate opens at 7:30p.m. Music begins at 8:30 p.m.
Boone Hall Bluegrass & BBQ FestivalAUGUST 22-23, 2008Location: Boonehall Plantation843.884.4371, ext. 221www.boonehallplantation.com
Professional barbecue teams will travel to BooneHall to compete in a cook-off sanctioned by theKansas City Barbecue Society to win more than$10,000 in cash and prizes. Amateurs are invitedto show-off their talents in a barbecue cook-off,as well as a tailgating competition for the bestsports team support.
The fun starts on Friday at 10 a.m. Enjoy blue-grass entertainment from 4-8 p.m. Then onSaturday, its barbecue and bluegrass all day long,from 10 a.m.-7p.m. Tickets for adults are $17.50,children ages 6-12 are $7, and children under 5get in for free. Come to Boone Hall after 3 p.m. onFriday, enjoy an evening of food and fun andreturn all day Saturday for no additional charge.
ONGOING SPORTING EVENTS
RIVERDOGS BASEBALLTHROUGH SEPTEMBER 1, 2008Location: The Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Stadium,Downtown Charleston843.723.7241www.riverdogs.com
CHARLESTON BATTERY SOCCERTHROUGH SEPTEMBER 2008Location: Blackbaud Stadium, Daniel Island843.971.4625www.charlestonbattery.com
GONE TO MARKET!
STOCK UP ON SUMMERTIME FRUITS AND VEGETABLES AT THE LOCAL FARMERS MARKETS.
Mount Pleasant Farmers MarketTUESDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER 21, 2008Location: Moultrie Middle site, in front of football field, Coleman Boulevard843.884.8517 ext. 578www.townofmountpleasant.com
The Mount Pleasant Farmers Market offers vegetables, fruits, seafood, flowers, plants, bakedgoods, canned goods, fresh cooked meals, and snacks. Held every Tuesday from 3 p.m. untildark, at Moultrie Middle School on Coleman Boulevard. Free admission and free parking.
Charleston Farmers Market at Marion SquareSATURDAYS THROUGH DECEMBER 23, 2008Location: Marion Square, Downtown Charleston843.724.7309
The Charleston Farmers Market is the setting for food, crafts and festive fun. Held everySaturday from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m., in Marion Square at the corner of Calhoun and Kingstreets. Nestled beneath beautiful trees with plenty of room for families to gather andchildren to play, the Farmers Market comes to life each Saturday morning and offers anabundance of the freshest local produce, plants, herbs and cut flowers. While strolling theCharleston Farmers Market, a delicious breakfast, brunch or lunches are available whilelistening to a variety of live entertainment.
Dunes Deli & Pizzeria Located next to the Tennis Center, DunesDeli and Pizzeria sells household supplies,food staples and personal care products aswell as your favorite coffee, sandwichesand pizza. Open daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m.Extension 2233.
Harbor Course Pro Shop Our Harbor Course Pro Shop offers thelatest in golf attire, logo wear, gift itemsand golf shoes. Open daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Extension 2004.
Hudson's MarketHudson's Market provides an assortmentof tasty edibles and beverages forimmediate gratification, as well as all theingredients for a wonderful gourmet mealin your suite, home or villa including anexcellent selection of wine and anassortment of sundry items to make yourvacation as convenient and comfortableas possible. Located on The Village Plaza.Open daily 6:30 a.m.-10 p.m.Extension 7301.
Links Course Pro Shop Set in the Links Clubhouse, our Pro Shopoffers a wide variety of golf clothing formen, women and children, plus any golfequipment you might need. Open daily7 a.m.-6 p.m. Extension 2002.
Sand & Sea Salon and Spa Services Sand & Sea, located on The Village Plaza,offers a selection of hair care, skin care,massage and makeup products includingBare Minerals, Bumble and Bumble, Burt'sBees, locally-made Deep Steep, Glymedand MD Formulations merchandise.Extension 2555.
The Surf Shop Located on the Grand Pavilion, The SurfShop is where you'll find sunscreen, hats,t-shirts, go wild merchandise and otherbeach essentials. Extension 2105.
Wild Dunes Gift Cards Take Wild Dunes home with you - or givea bit of the Resort to your family andfriends with a Wild Dunes Gift Card. GiftCards may be purchased in all Resortoutlets or on our website, wilddunes.com.Extension 2260.
Wild Dunes Tennis and GiftsLocated in the Tennis Center, Wild DunesTennis and Gifts offers the latest in tennisapparel and equipment as well as uniquelocal gifts and accessories. Open daily7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Extension 2113.
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Go Online!He wants a round of golf and she wants a massage.Give a little Wild Dunes to your friends and familywith a Wild Dunes gift card. Redeemable at all WildDunes outlets. Visit wilddunes.com to purchase.
It’s expected that MikeVeeck, president of theCharleston RiverDogsbaseball team, thinkseveryone should visit the
RiverDog’s home, the Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park. Notfor the game, as one might assume, but for thespectacular view of the Ashley River, the marshes,and the surrounding bridges.
Veeck isn’t alone in his opinion. Baseballparks.comlists Riley Park as one of the top 20 parks with thebest view.
“I don’t think there is a more beautiful spot towatch a sunset, especially if you like water views,”says Veeck. “If you walk around to the back of thepark, you’ll see the Citadel on your right. The viewover the marshes is probably the most beautiful.”
Veeck, who has lived in Charleston for 10 years,moved 17 times before he was 11 years old. He wasborn in Tucson, Ariz., and has lived everywhere fromDetroit to the Southside of Chicago. Perhaps that iswhy he loves driving through Charleston. He can’tget enough of Charlestonian civility and trafficlight etiquette.
“I can sit through a green light—which I’ve donewith visitors—and not have people honk behind me.People are just too polite, and I happen to love that.I think everyone ought to visit Charleston just for areview of their manners.”
More than any other site in the city, the Pitt StreetBridge area holds a special place in his heart. The oldtrolley bridge at Cove Inlet connected Mount Pleasantto Sullivan’s Island from 1898 to 1927, when the PittStreet vehicle bridge replaced it.
The smells from Cove Inlet connect him to hischildhood, when his family lived on the Eastern shoreof Maryland.
“It takes me back to a time when things were lesschaotic,” says Veeck. “I’m out there every single daywhen I’m on the road. I’ve even arranged to have myashes sprinkled there—that’s how much I love it.”
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Atlanticville Restaurant2063 Middle Street, Sullivan’s Island843.883.9452 www.atlanticville.net
Upscale cuisine servedin a casually elegantsetting. Sullivan’s
Island mainstay featuring fresh localfavorites ranging from new age southern totraditional. Thai Tuesdays, Sunday brunchand live music. See our ad on page 83.
Banana Cabana1130 Ocean Boulevard, Isle of Palms843.886.4361
Right On Da Beach!The best bites onDa Front Beach!
Casual, relaxing fun. Enjoy salads, sand-wiches, burgers, fabulous quesadillas,savory seafood and a cool refreshing drinkwhile overlooking the ocean. Open dailyfor lunch and dinner. See our ad on page 95.
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High Thyme Cuisine2213-C Middle StreetSullivan’s Island843.883.3536
Come see us atHigh Thyme cuisine.As one of Sullivan’sIslands best kept
secrets for many years, you will enjoy aquaint island cuisine that will gently blanketyour taste buds, leaving you full with smiles.We offer a blend of ingredients that are justas tasty as a home prepared meal while onvacation or just enjoying another day at thebeach. From the freshest fish, beef, chickenand pasta, to many unique salads and appe-tizers, there is always something for every-one! Last but not least, don’t forget our out-standing Lowcountry Sunday Brunch. Lookforward to meeting you again and again.See our ad on page 85.
One Eyed Parrot1130 Ocean Boulevard, Isle of Palms843.886.4360
“The Place” on the beach forthe best seafood, steaks,tapas, cool drinks and tropicalspecials. Bold, spicy, colorfulfood. Come to the Island.Relax, enjoy the ocean – view
the moon, the stars, and the surf. Come behappy. Serving dinner nightly. See our ad onpage 95.
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3 Morgan Creek Grill80 41st Avenue, Isle of Palms843.886.8980 www.morgancreekgrill.com
Right outside of theWild Dunes gate, over-looking the IntracoastalWaterway and the Isle
of Palms Marina, Morgan Creek Grill servesfresh seafood and steaks along withLowcountry fare and Southern hospitality.For more casual outdoor dining, the UpperDeck Bar & Grill, on the rooftop, also pro-vides panoramic views and spectacularsunsets. Live entertainment. Complimentarydocking. Groups welcome. Reservationsaccepted. Wild Dunes shuttle serviceavailable. See our ad on page 25.
The Sea Biscuit Café21 JC Long Boulevard, Isle of Palms843.886.4079
Opened in 1986, the SeaBiscuit Café serves anarray of traditional break-fast offerings throughoutthe week, as well as
weekday lunches featuring homemadesoups, salads, sandwiches, entrees anddesserts. Come, enjoy our smoke-freeenvironment and casual atmosphere, aswe celebrate 23 years serving theLowcountry! See our ad on page 91.
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5 Station 22 Restaurant2205 Middle Street, Sullivan’s Island 843.883.3355
For an Island GoodTime, step into historicSullivan’s Island’s oldestcontinuously operatingrestaurant. View hun-
dreds of black and white photos of earlierisland times while listening to the bestbeach jukebox in town. Serving freshseafood, superb steaks and homemadedesserts in an authentic Lowcountryisland atmosphere. Just 10 minutes fromWild Dunes. Dinner nightly from 5:30 p.m.See our ad on page 83.
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Fort Moultrie Historical Park
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Inshore & Offshore Fishing ChartersAT ISLE OF PALMS MARINA
843.886.0209www.iopmarina.com
PARASAILING &WAVERUNNERS
TIDALWAVE WATER SPORTS
Isle of PalmsMarina
843-886-8456
Charleston843-768-3482
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SHOPPING
Red & White1513 Palm BoulevardIsle of Palms, SC 29451843.886.6250
Located in the IslandCenter, this full servicesupermarket is locallyowned and operated.
Featuring U.S.D.A. choice meats, gourmetcheese and wines, and a hot and cold delioffering Boar’s Head brand meats. Openseven days a week. See our ad on page 89.
DOCTORS
A Doctor On Call, Dr. Kathy Malaney1202 Palm BoulevardIsle of Palms, SC 29451843.886.4402
Warm, friendly UrgentCare and Family Practicewithout the EmergencyRoom wait. Convenientlylocated on the Island.
1/2 block from the IOP Connector. Walk-inswelcome, no appointments necessary.Evening & Saturday appointments alsoavailable. See our ad on page 91.
REAL ESTATE
Wild Dunes Real Estate5757 Palm Boulevard843.886.2500, 800.562.9453info@wilddunesrealestate.comwww.wilddunesrealestate.com
Owned and operated byWild Dunes Resort,Wild Dunes Real Estatecontinues to serve asthe only on-site real
estate sales company. Properties at WildDunes include private homes and cot-tages, villas and condominiums on theocean or Intracoastal Waterway. If you areconsidering purchasing property in WildDunes, Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island, Mt.Pleasant, or the surrounding Charlestonarea, consider Wild Dunes Real Estate.For property listings information visit wilddunesrealestate.com. See our ad oninside back cover and page 59.
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The Village at Wild Dunes®
5757 Palm Boulevard888.456.3293www.wilddunesvillage.com
The Charm ofCharleston. TheBeauty of theBeach. The
Opportunity of a Lifetime. The new Villageat Wild Dunes offers studio, one-, two-,and three bedroom condominiums andpenthouses, and a full compliment ofowner and guest services only enjoyed atWild Dunes Resort. Condominiums rangein price from the $400s to more than $2million. The Village at Wild Dunes salescenter is open daily, so please stop in anddiscover how you can begin your family’sWild Dunes legacy today! See our ad onback cover.
THINGS TO SEE & DO
AquaSafaris, Inc.Worldwide Charter YachtsP.O. Box 309, Isle of Palms, SC 29451and Charleston Harbor Marina atPatriots Point843.886.8133, [email protected]
The one call for allyour Lowcountrywater activities:
Inshore and offshore fishing, sailing,motor yachts, excursions and specialevents. Now featuring dolphin sunsetsails aboard our 1,700-square-foot catamaran PALMETTO BREEZE ($30 perperson)! AquaSafaris also offers qualityprivate vessels for term charters aroundthe world. See our ad on page 81.
Isle of Palms Marina843.886.0209www.iopmarina.com
The IOP Marina offerspowerboat rentals,inshore and offshorefishing charters,harbor cruises and
excursions, and group outings. See our adon page 81.
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Tidal Wave Watersports843.886.8456 www.tidalwavewatersports.com
Tidal Wave offerswaverunner rentals andsafaris, parasailing,banana boat rides,
wakeboarding, tubing, and customizedexcursions. See our ad on page 81.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Charleston Limo843.860.5466 www.charlestonlimo.com
Charleston Limo offersluxury limousines andvans for weddings,
anniversaries, corporate transportation,sporting events, bachelorette/bachelorparties or just a night out on the town.See our ad on page 81.
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High Cotton, Maverick Bar & Grill 199 East Bay Street843.724.3815www.mavericksouthernkitchens.com
This is first class,high spirited, livin’large. Mahoganywoodwork, old brick
walls, heart pine floors and slowly rotatingrattan fans evoke warmth and Southernhospitality. Nationally acclaimed, the foodis Maverick, hearty, robust: steaks, game,fresh seafood. Dinner nightly, lunchSaturday, jazz brunch Sunday, and enter-tainment nightly. Space for group dining.See our ad on page 75.
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McCrady’s2 Unity Alley843.577.0025 www.mccradysrestaurant.com
Located in romanticUnity Alley. McCrady’sseamlessly inter-
twines world class cuisine with impeccableservice - within its sophisticated 220 yearold walls. Flavorful, modern and beautifullypresented cuisine awaits its guests. See ourad on page 45.
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Sticky Fingers235 Meeting Street843.853.RIBSwww.stickyfingers.comSee our ad on page 87.
Tristan 55 South Market Street843.534.2155www.tristandining.com
Reviewers say Tristan’sglobally-infused menutakes you places. A localfavorite for lunch or din-
ner, and Sunday Brunch is a must-do. Over400 wines, signature cocktails, privatedining, and meeting rooms. AAA FourDiamond. Lunch/Brunch: 11:30 to 2:30;Dinner nightly beginning at 5:30; Baropens daily at 11:30. See our ad on page 5.
THINGS TO SEE & DO
Charleston Cooks!Maverick Kitchen Store 194 East Bay Street843.722.1212www.charlestoncooks.com
The place to shop forkitchen gadgets,cookbooks, regional
items, and unique gifts. In our state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen enjoy cook-ing classes by leading chefs; experiencethe secrets, tastes, and entertainment ofthe Lowcountry’s culinary scene. Spaceavailable for private functions. Classschedule on web. Open 7 days/week.Now you’re cookin! See our ad on page 85.
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Slightly North of Broad 192 East Bay Street843.723.3424www.mavericksouthernkitchens.com
Selected “Restaurant of theYear, 2006” by The Post andCourier, this lively restaurantreceives rave reviews forChef Frank Lee’s award-win-ning Maverick cuisine. Thechoice for Charlestonians, it’s
praised by Gourmet, Food & Wine,Southern Living, GQ, USA Today, NYTimes & more. Lunch Mon-Fri; dinnernightly. See our ad on page 75.
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SITES OF INTEREST
Aquarium Wharf
The Battery
Brittlebank Park
Hampton Park
Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Ballpark
Marion Square
The Market
Rainbow Row
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Cooking on vacat ion is an acquired tas te .
Learn the secrets of Lowcountry cuisine in a cooking class featuring the area’s top chefs. In our state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen pick up tips and techniques while enjoying the tastes and the entertainment! Or shop for all your must-have kitchen gadgets, accessories and gift items in our Maverick kitchen store.
Schooner Pride –Charleston’s Tall ShipCharleston Harbor Tours285 East Bay Street843.722.1112www.schoonerpride.com
Marvel at the Holy City’sunique skyline as we sailby the Battery and theforts, going where historywas made. Listen to thewind pulling the sails, see
dolphins frolicking, and watch the magnifi-cent colors of the Lowcountry. Sailingaboard the “Pride” – a unique experience!Inquire about our daily and sunset sails. Seeour ad on page 87.
HEALTHCARE
CenegenicsMajestic Square211 King Street, Suite 310866.634.8556www.cenegenics-dunes.com
Cenegenics®, the largest age managementmedical practice in the world, combinesnutrition, exercise and hormone optimiza-tion in a unique, science-based programthat is changing the way people age.Register on-line www.cenegenics-dunes.com today or call Dr. Mickey Barberat 843.577.8484. Strictly confidential. Noobligation. No insurance. See our ad onpage 44.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Joseph Photography45B Gadsden Street843.722.1625, Cell 843.224.0502www.JosephPhotography.com
JosephPhotographystrives to
capture moments in a person’s life that willtell their story. Through the lens, RobinJoseph sees unstaged moments; candidexpressions that capture the essence ofsomeone's personality. With a style that isvery much a combination of portraiture andphotojournalism Robin is able to producephotographs that illustrate the natural andspontaneous flow of emotion. See our ad onpage 96.
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DINING
Atlanta Bread Company1712 Towne Centre Way843.216.1611 www.atlantabread.com
Start your morning withchoices-hot breakfast sand-wiches, fresh pastries andgourmet coffees. Then comeback for lunch or dinner-savory
sandwiches, delicious soups and crispsalads. Atlanta Bread Company – Morethan just bread. See our ad on page 8.
Brixx Wood Fired PizzaBelle Hall Shopping Center656-G Long Point Road843.971.2120www.brixxpizza.com
Brixx is where the localsgo for Charleston’s bestbrick oven pizza, pastaand salads. The pizza ishand crafted and served
hot from the wood-burning oven while youenjoy one of 24 great beers on tap or 14wines by the glass. Brixx is known forgreat outdoor dining and serving latenight! (until 1:00 am) See our ad on page 87.
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1971 Riviera DriveLocated on the IOP Connector843.881.0049www.mybuffalos.com
For the best food and afamily atmoshphere, join us7 days a week, 365 days ayear. Open daily 11 a.m. - 2a.m. The best wings in the
South and a four-page menu to choosefrom. Kids under 6 eat free. Eight plasmaand 10 TV’s and trivia (live). (Wed. & Sun.4 p.m.-close). Two-fer: Buy one order ofwings at regular price, second order ofsame value free. No coupons or discountsapply. Dine in only. Delivery availablecall 856-6262. See our ad on page 96.
Giuseppi’s Pizza & Pasta1440 Ben Sawyer Boulevard, Ste. 1301843.856.2525www.GiuseppisPizza.com
“No. 1 in SouthCarolina” says PizzaToday Magazine. Afavorite of locals andvisitors alike. Fun, casu-
al dining for the whole family, Large menuincluding hoagies, wings, PhillyCheesesteaks, Weggies, wraps, salads,full bar & more. Open for lunch and din-ner. Offers dine-in, take-out and delivery.See our ad on page 93.
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Langdon’s778 South Shelmore Boulevard843.388.9200 www.langdonsrestaurant.com
Mount Pleasant’s onlyAAA Four DiamondRestaurant. “A cool
refuge for those craving understatedurban sophistication at a surprisingly niceprice.”– Holly Herrick, The Post & Courier.“Thrills the palate with food that is simpleand perfectly seasoned.”– PatriciaAgnew, Charleston Food & Wine. See ourad on page 72.
Marble Slab Creamery1903 Highway 17 N. Ste. 103843.388.0052
From the moment youstep into Marble SlabCreamery®, your sensestell you the experiencewill be anything but
ordinary! Our ice cream is made freshdaily in our store - not in a factory. Weuse only the finest ingredients to createthe richest, most delicious ice cream onthe planet. Try it with one of our manymixins in a fresh baked cone that’s beenhand-dipped and rolled in candy or nuts.See our ad on page 93.
Old Village Post House, Maverick Inn & Restaurant101 Pitt Street843.388.8935www.mavericksouthernkitchens.com
Minutes from thebeaches or down-town Charleston,the Post House isacclaimed for its
Maverick cuisine and welcoming atmos-phere in a historic seaside community.Two dining-rooms, a neighborhood tavern,courtyard, and space for group dining. Agathering place for locals & visitors. Open7 days/week for lunch, dinner, Sundaybrunch. See our ad on page 75.
Shem Creek Bar and Grill508 Mill Street843.884.8102
Great foods, great moods,great views overlooking ShemCreek. Where the locals meet.Eat, drink...seafood-grilled,roasted, fried, steamed.
The only waterfront oyster bar in theLowcountry. Open daily for lunch, dinnerand Sunday brunch-lunch. See our ad onpage 95.
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Old Village
USS Yorktown / Patriots Point/Congressional Medal of Honor Museum
Shem Creek
Boone Hall Plantation
Charles Pinckney National Historic Site
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The Schooner Pride285 East Bay Street
Charleston SC 29401
www.schoonerpride.com
Cruise Charleston Harboron the schooner PRIDE, an authentic
84-foot Tall Ship. Once the crew sets her
sails and her engine is turned off, she
quietly glides across the water and offers
spectacular views of Charleston. The ship
sails every afternoon and evening from the
Aquarium Wharf. Buy your tickets on our
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Charleston’s Bestbrick oven pizza & pasta
Belle Hall Shopping Center656-g Long Point Road
Mount Pleasant, SC
843.971.2120
• Where the Locals Go for Great Pizza & Beer
• 24 Beers on Tap
• 14 Wines by the Glass
• Great Outdoor Dining
• Only 10 minutes From Isle of palms
open late night until 1 ammon-sat 11 am - 1 am • Sundays 11 am - 11pm
www.Brixxpizza.com
Award - Winning Ribs, Wings & Barbecue
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Sticky Fingers341 Johnnie Dodds Boulevard843.856.RIBSwww.stickyfingers.com
Memphis-style rib-house featuring hick-ory-smoked ribs,wings, chicken and
barbecue. Southern side dishes, huge din-ner salads and a special kids menu arealso featured. Voted “Best Ribs” inCharleston year after year. Open everydayat 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner. Visit ourother locations Downtown, in NorthCharleston and Summerville. See our ad onpage 87.
Water’s Edge1407 Shrimpboat Lane843.884.4074waters-edge-restaurant.com
Water’s Edgeoffers “DowntownDining on Shem
Creek.” Happy Hour Monday-Friday 4-7p.m. Serving: lunch inside and outsidedaily, dinner nightly, Sunday brunch, andlate night fare on Fridays and Saturdays.Ample parking and dock space available.See our ad on page 89.
SHOPPING
Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre1600 Palmetto Grande Dr. 843.216.9900www.mtpleasanttownecentre.com
Mt. PleasantTowne Centre,voted
“Charleston’s Best Shopping Destination”since 1999. 65 specialty shops, restau-rants, and a 16-screen Movie Theater, justminutes away from the beaches anddowntown Charleston. New additionsinclude J. Jill, Coldwater Creek, andmore! At the intersection of US Highway17N and the Isle of Palms Connector, nearI-526. See our ad on page 79.
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FISHING CHARTERS
The Charleston AnglerMt. Pleasant in Towne Center,843.884.2095West Ashley – 654 St. AndrewsBoulevard, 843.571.3899TheCharlestonAngler.com
Whether you’re anovice or an old salt,we have somethingfor you! GET HOOKED
on our brand-name apparel, sunglasses,embroidery and screen-printing. A worldof options, from superior fishing productsto customized clothing to personalizedgifts. Visit our website atTheCharlestonAngler.com for the latestseminars given by top local guides andMASTER Certified Anglers. See our ad onpage 27.
MORTGAGE COMPANIES
Lucey MortgageCorporation861 Coleman Blvd.843.884.8133, [email protected] www.luceymortgage.net
Lucey Mortgage is alocally owned mortgageoriginating company –operating throughoutSouth Carolina – backed
by 10 of this nation’s largest financialinstitutions. Our clients benefit from lowerrates, same day approvals and excellentservice. See our ad on page 1.
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Cindy CantorePhotography918-D Lansing Drive843.216.2711 www.cindycantorephotography.com
Recipe: “ThePerfect IslandVacation
Memory:” 1.) Preset for a balmy beachsideday. 2.) Add family, the kids or just a couplein love. 3.) Creative scenes captured byCindy Cantore...PhotoArtist. 4.) Pricelessmemories...for a Lifetime!! 5.) Phone nowfor your “Memory” appointment. See our adon page 81.
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Sunny’s Studio843.971.1675 www.sunnysstudio.com
Capture amemory ofyour vaca-
tion with a beach portrait by Sunny’sStudio. A portrait of your family on thesandy beaches of South Carolina willenhance any home and bring generationsof pleasure to you and your loved ones.Call early to schedule your appointment.See our ad on page 53.
SPAS
Massage Envy1948 Long Grove Road # 4the Shoppes at Seaside Farmsnear Target 843.849.7377 www.massageenvy.com
Massage Envy is anational franchisespecializing in thera-
peutic massage therapy and is convenientlylocated at the Shoppes at Seaside Farms,near Target. Aside from affordable pricesand convenient hours, Massage Envy has10 treatment rooms, a tranquil, relaxingsetting and is conveniently open with hoursas late as 10 p.m. on the weekdays and isopen on the weekends as well. Wild Dunesguests will receive a special visitor’s 25%discount off our standard 1 hour massagerate. Mention this ad when you make yourappointment, only $48.75 for 1 hour mas-sage session. See our ad on page 94.
THINGS TO SEE & DO
Going Coastal Transportation843.216.8483www.goingcoastaltransportation.com
Have custom trans-portation needs?Call Going Coastal
Transportation to discuss your customizeditinerary plans with one of our consultants.We pride ourselves on getting you whereyou want to go on your schedule. Executivetransport, airport transfer, hourly chauffeurservice, special events, transportation, golfgroups, protective services & transfers. Seeour ad on page 32.
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Located near the Isleof Palms, SullivansIsland, Folly Beachor in Historic
Charleston, we have Kayak or CanoeNature Tours for everyone. Explore pris-tine barrier islands with dolphins, Indianruins or beautiful blackwater swampswith thousand year old cypress. Gentlemoving waters and family fun! No experi-ence necessary and beginners welcome!“Recommended Area Outfitter” byNational Geographic. 2 hr., 3 hr. or full daytours or rentals. $30- $85. See our ad onpage 83.
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DINING
Queen Anne’s Revenge160-B Fairchild StreetDaniel Island843.216.6868
Known for great food,drinks, and fun historicatmosphere, the QueenAnne's revenge is trulyone of Charleston's
must visit restaurants. Proudly offeringexcellent steaks, prime rib, fresh localseafood ,sandwiches, salads and a won-derful outdoor deck and bar. See our ad onpage 45.
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Island House404 Jessen Lane843.884.9450www.bauerinternational.com
Furniture,fabrics, rugs,accessories,
interior design services. BauerInternational’s Island House, purveyors offine furnishings. Discover Island House,Bauer International’s showroom, open tothe public. Featuring our beautifully craftedrattan, leather and mahogany furnishingsand accessories. Conveniently located atthe corner of Clements Ferry Road andJessen Lane, just off I-526 near DanielIsland. See our ad on page 59.
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Blackbaud StadiumCompleted in April 1999, BlackbaudStadium became the first privately-funded soccer-specific stadium inthe United States. Styled after theclassic English soccer experience,the home of the Charleston Batteryprofessional soccer team, seats 5,100and offers superb sight-lines, conces-sions, a children's interactive soccertheme park, and even a plushEnglish-styled pub, The Three Lions.Additionally, the complex includessky boxes, a plaza for corporateentertaining, and state-of-the-artmedia capabilities.
Family Circle Tennis CenterThe Family Circle Tennis Centeropened in the spring of 2001 and ishome to America's oldest all-women's Tier 1 event. This award-winning, state-of-the-art public ten-nis facility includes 17 champi-onship tennis courts (13 clay, 4 hardand all courts lighted for night play).the Tennis Center is a 32-acre stateof the art facility highlighted by the10,200 seat Family Circle MagazineStadium. A unique 10,000 squarefoot Clubhouse serves as the hub ofactivity on a year-round basis. Thefirst level of the Clubhouse featuresthe Tennis Center Pro Shop. The proshop offers a multitude of amenitiesfor club members and patrons,including tennis clothing, luxurylocker room facilities, racquets,accessories and professional string-ing services.The facility also hosts avariety of events throughout the yearincluding concerts, festivals, tourna-ments and other special activities.
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Since 1986
Sandpiper Gallery’s staff is passionate about making the acquisition offine art an easy and pleasant experience. Connected to both clients andthe community, their service-driven staff strives to provide an enjoyableart buying experience in an inviting and relaxing atmosphere. Support oflocal art programs and other cultural and charitable events in Charleston,Mt. Pleasant and the sea islands along with offering art classes and thedaily visits by local artists represented by Sandpiper Gallery have helpedmake this gallery a natural center of the local art community.
ild Dunes is proud to announce a unique
collaboration with Sandpiper Gallery on
Sullivan’s Island to bring a specially selected collection of
Fine Art to the new Village at Wild Dunes®. With the
signature piece by Ann Lee Merrill (pictured) as a focal
point, the gallery will provide a revolving exhibition with a
distinct Lowcountry flavor in the Lettered Olive Restaurant.
Whether you are looking for a stunning painting or a special
gift from the Lowcountry– from pottery to exquisite hand-
made jewelry, this gallery features a variety of works that
will interest both the serious fine art collector as well as the
fine craft enthusiast. Gallery owners Mark and Julie Sweat
invite you to shake the sand out of your shoes, journey into
the world of fine art and experience a gallery like no other.
Visit them at 2019C Middle St., Sullivan’s Island
or online at sandpipergallery.net.
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Charles Towne Landing was established in 1670, and wasthe first permanent European settlement in the Carolinas.Approximately 148 English colonists made their home herebefore moving the settlement to the location we now know asdowntown Charleston. Now a historical park, Charles TowneLanding provides a glimpse into what life was like in 1670
with living history exhibits, archeaological excavations, an animal forest and more.
HOME DESIGN/CONSTRUCTION
Dolphin Architects &Builders3730 Bohicket RoadJohns Island, SC 29455843.768.2404www.dolphindesignbuild.com
Dolphin Architects &Builders isCharleston’s premierdesign/build firm.
Dolphin provides clients single-sourceaccountability, an almost unheard of guar-anteed price and completion date, five-year warranty, service department, andinterior design service. “Discover theDolphin Difference.” See our ad onpage 3.
FISHING CHARTERS
The Charleston Angler654 St. Andrews Boulevard843.571.3899 See our ad on page 27.
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DINING
Sticky FingersNorth Charleston7690 Northwoods Blvd.843.797.RIBSwww.stickyfingers.comSee our ad on page 87.
Sticky FingersSummerville1200 North Main Street843.871.RIBSwww.stickyfingers.comSee our ad on page 87.
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Paul Alford Photography119 Pebble Creek RoadSummerville, SC 29483843.871.9931 www.PaulAlfordPhotography.com
We creatively cap-ture your family onthe beach with a
journalistic style. We limit sessions toonly one location appointment each dayfor the perfect light. Call early to ensureavailability. See our ad on page 94.
SHOPPING
Sculpture in the South –Summerville’s PermanentSculpture CollectionAzalea Park, Summerville843.851.7800 www.sculptureinthesouth.com
From wildlife toengaging figures,Summerville's publicsculpture invites hands-
on interaction. Discover fine art that isboth inspiring and accessible, 365 days ayear at no charge. Map and guide avail-able at Summerville Visitor Center. Savethe date: 10th Exhibit and Sale, May 17-18, 2008. Too good to miss! See our ad onpage 33.
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CATERING AVAILABLE • 843.388.0052
JOSEPH PHOTOGRAPHY
www.josephphotography.com • [email protected]
Robin Joseph843.224.0502
HAPPYHOUR
Monday thruFriday
4:00 - 7:00 pm
NTN Trivia &Appetizer Specials
Open 7 Days a Week • 11:00 am - 2:00 amSeaside Farms • Mt. Pleasant • 1971 Riviera Dr. • 881-0049
www.mybuffalos.com (Behind Target)
TWO-FER
Sundays &Wednesdays
4:00 pm - close
2 for the price of 1Wings Order
(no coupons or discounts,please)
The Best Wings in the South� FEATURING WRAPS, SANDWICHES, SEAFOOD, SALAD �
� 23 FLAVORS OF WINGS � KITCHEN OPEN LATE ALL WEEK �
8 Plasma’s +16 TV’s
CHILDREN UNDER 6 EAT FREEWITH PAYING ADULT
Delivery Service Available: Please Call 856-6262
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