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Hilton Head Island OVERVIEW
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Golf is probably the single-biggest draw for this South Carolina sea island, located just off the coast near the border with Georgia. Year-round sunny weather has made Hilton Head Island a prime location for golf resorts, and the island now has more than 25 courses. It's home to several famous golf tournaments, including the Verizon Heritage. For serious golfers, owning a home on Hilton Head on a course and being able to swing a club daily is the pinnacle of fine living. Even for non-golfers, this is a resort community where people come to kick back with a good book and a margarita. It's got some 12 miles of sandy beach, quiet roads perfect for biking, and manicured shopping centers for afternoons of boutique-browsing. The vast majority of the population consists of vacationers and retirees, so Hilton Head feels much more like a planned resort than a genuine city. Streets look similar, and local color is a bit...beige. But what the island lacks in character, it makes up in comfort, convenience...See More and gorgeous weather. See Less
Crowne Plaza Hilton Head Island Beach ResortIf you're looking for an all-inclusive experience, this 340-room beachfront hotel is a solid bet. It's the kind of place...
Red FishThis perpetually crowded urban-chic restaurant is one of Hilton Head's top picks for upscale fresh seafood. Start with...