HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC

The second largest barrier island on the Eastern Seaboard, Hilton Head, South Carolina has it all. This stunning resort destination has world-class golf, award-winning dining, superior shopping and endless recreational indulgences for lovers of land and sea. The beauty of this semi-tropical island is unparalleled, but it's that good ol' southern hospitality that makes it really shine. White sandy beaches, warmed year round by the Gulf Stream, stretch for 12 miles of stunning natural beauty.

With 23 golf courses, including 5 private, it is no wonder why it's tagged a golfer's paradise. The average yearly temperature is 70 degrees, making it a prime destination for year-round golfing.

There are several points of historical interest in Hilton Head. The island consists of several antebellum plantations, most of which are now resort communities. Hilton Head was one of the first ecologically-planned cities; the island strives to maintain its natural feel, and blend the structures into the native ecology as much as possible.

One of the best ways to see the island is to rent a bicycle. With... more