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Auldbrass Wasn’t Rebuilt In a Day
When Joel Silver talks about Auldbrass, the Frank Lloyd Wright house in Yemassee, S.C., which he bought in 1986 and has been restoring for the last 15 years, filmmaking metaphors are often close at hand. Silver, Hollywood's top-grossing producer, likens the work on Auldbrass to one of his big-budget action pictures (''Lethal Weapon,''… read more »
In the Kitchen with Chef Sherri Whitmire
Southern Hospitality Traveler - In the Kitchen with Chef Sherri Whitmire read more »
Full Circle Fotography - the lowcountry of south carolina
Full Circle Fotography presents - the lowcountry of south carolina read more »
Discover the history, heritage and natural beauty of Beaufort, South Carolina
A 1 day tour of South Carolina from our Southeastern issue, Spring 2013. The Hunting Island historic lighthouse is the only lighthouse open to the public to climb in the state. Beaufort is the second oldest city in South Carolina and was founded in 1711 by the British. It has a rich history that dates back centuries, including… read more »Beaufort SC Historic Lowcountry Coastal Living
Why do people make the choices they do when it comes to deciding where to live? Lots of reasons come into play, of course. Closeness of family and friends, climate, activities, environment and cost of living are the primary reasons. A final decision usually weighs on a combination of all of the above. If you like mild, warm weather,… read more »Goin’ Down the River
Buddy and Zoo might have been surprised to hear one thing Thursday at the Beaufort Historical Society's talk about the new book, "Goin' Down the River: Fish Camps of the Sea Islands." Those two men went down the river so many weekends to their rustic camp on Pritchard's Island that a Beaufort County public boat ramp is now named for… read more »Locomocean: Beaufort County celebrates World Oceans Day
Scoop it up and join in the celebration in various events around Beaufort County in June. Much of the debris collected by the community will be recycled into a large scale "Locomocean" assemblage at ARTworks by artist Terry Brennan— the public is invited to help him build too. read more »Travel: Beaufort, South Carolina
Just last year Beaufort celebrated its 300th birthday. This beguiling island town—residents call it “the vortex” for its power to draw you in—has plenty of history to celebrate. (Get the whole story at the town’s new visitor center, housed in an eighteenth-century arsenal.) But Beaufort doesn’t get stuck on its past. The town’s… read more »Ribaut Revisited
Centuries before the Marine Corps started training recruits on Parris Island, the French saw the land as an opportunity for religious freedom. Capt. Jean Ribaut and crew arrived on Parris Island 450 years ago, planted a stone pillar, claimed the land as a Huguenot refuge and got to work building Charlesfort, a triangular fort. All… read more »In Beaufort, SC, the Noise You Hear…
South Carolina is a state I’ve passed through many times during the last 30 years. Just about all of those instances have been on drives to or from Florida to escape winter and visit the in-laws and friends. read more »Market Watch Magazine: 10 Best Places to Retire in the U.S.
Where are the best places to retire in the U.S.? According to John Brady, founder of TopRetirements.com, the absolute best cities and towns for older Americans have good weather, access to health care, low property taxes, and a certain “wow” factor. Throw in access to adult education, cultural activities, job opportunities for older… read more »Retire Here, Not There South Carolina
For the more than 36 million Americans who will turn 65 in the coming decade, the best cities and towns to retire in now have a much higher bar to clear: They can't just be great places -- they have to be affordable. Each week, SmartMoney.com tours a different state to find less-expensive alternatives to the most well-known golden… read more »Beaufort 300th birthday to bow out with a bang Dec. 31, usher in fourth century
Kicking off Beaufort's fourth century and saluting its 300 years of history with a bang will be the focus of Founders' Night II in the city's Waterfront Park Dec. 31. The event is free and family-oriented. read more »Art Comes Alive in Beaufort
Small town warmth and a thriving arts scene, mixed with the Lowcountry’s relaxed appeal, make Beaufort a jewel of he sea islands. What else could add to this cultural hotspot? The University of South Carolina Beaufort’s new Studio Art program, located on its Historic Beaufort campus. read more »Beaufort SC: A 300 Year Old Jewel Box of History, Culture, Seafood and Fun
Everywhere you turn in Beaufort, South Carolina, history calls out – from the gracefully restored antebellum homes to the centuries-old live oaks, from the fish-filled waters to the quiet graveyards and Sea Island cotton. These are just a few reasons why I love my city. read more »Beaufort Symphony Set to Open 26th Season
Local concertgoers are in for a rare treat on October 13th at 8:00pm and 16th at 3:00pm when The Beaufort Symphony opens its 2011-2012 season. Guest soloist, Alexander Pershounin will offer the Koussevitsky Bass Concerto, accompanied by the orchestra. Dr. Alexander Pershounin is Associate Professor of Bass at Columbus State… read more »Lt. Dan Weekend raises $70,000 for wounded vets
The second annual Lt. Dan Weekend raised $410,000 in contributions. After expenses are paid, about $70,000 will go to support wounded veterans through the Independence Fund, according to event organizers. read more »Twin Towers steel comes to Parris Island
The last time Justin Gaertner stood on the yellow footprints at Parris Island, his shoes were not attached to metal legs. He was a young buck only days out of high school when he stepped off a bus, was ordered to the painted footprints and told: "You are now aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, and you… read more »Easy Escapes | Hunting Island State Park promises paradise
Anyone searching for heaven on Earth could reach a peak at Hunting Island State Park. Entering this Atlantic Ocean-side park, on U.S. 21 about 20 miles southeast of Beaufort, motorists won’t find the turn for the gatehouse until two miles past the welcome sign. Riding the park roads to reach its 5-mile-long coastline, visitors might… read more »Beaufort Counts Down to 300 Years; 300 Night Giveaway
The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce Tourism Organization and area travel partners are offering guests vacation packages at just $300 through the end of September for use through 2012!* In addition, 13 local accommodation properties are also offering complimentary two-night stays to lucky winners. Visit BeaufortSC300.org to view… read more »Restaurant Websites Honor Breakwater
Breakwater restaurant and bar at 203 Carteret Street in Beaufort has earned Trip Advsior's Certificate of Excellence for a rating of 4.5 out of 5.0, the business said in a news release. In addition, the restaurant has received the Open Table.com 2011 Diners' Choice Award, also based on customer reviews. read more »Top 10 Reasons to Retire in Beaufort South Carolina
Did you know, it was 22 years ago when the last hurricane touched the islands of South Carolina? Hurricane Hugo passed 53 miles to the north of Beaufort in 1989. Beaufort is located on the mainland, set back from the ocean, tucked between the protected Saint Helena Sound and Port Royal Sound. If you notice the map provided by Google,… read more »Ground Breaking for Port Royal Cypress Wetland Improvements Set for Aug. 12
Work on the revitalization and beautification of Port Royal Cypress Wetland will begin the week of August 8, with a ground breaking to be held at 9:30 a.m., August 12. Beaufort-based contractor JOCO Construction recently was awarded a $344,000 contract to complete improvements to the wetland, including construction of an… read more »Top 10 Retirement Towns of 2011
Let's face it: Today's woeful economy may keep you from retiring in the style you imagined. Nest eggs are shrinking. Housing prices have plunged by a third in some markets, robbing homeowners of their equity. Baby boomers who once dreamed of cashing out and moving to Maui are scaling back their goals, concerned about how long their… read more »The Top 10 Places to Retire
Well, the 100 most favourite retirement towns for 2010 are — no surprise — mostly located in the Sun Belt states, according to TopRetirements.com. In fact, 68 of the 100 top positions were occupied by warm-climate towns. Florida dominated the list, taking 23 of the spots, followed by North Carolina (11) and South Carolina (8). … read more »USA TODAY Travel Home Golf Courses in Beaufort, South Carolina
Beaufort, South Carolina, is a city in the southeastern part of the state that is close to Port Royal Sound and surrounded by dozens of small rivers and streams. Thanks to many marshes and rivers, the golf courses in and near Beaufort are full of natural water hazards. The Beaufort area features private courses--like Secession and… read more »Southern Belles
...Indeed, atmosphere seems naturally occurring not only in Savannah, but also in the nearby South Carolina cities of Charleston and Beaufort, easy car drives apart. Rich history and Southern charm in movie-like settings are unsurpassed in these communities... read more »Boating in Beaufort, SC Lowcountry Living At Its Best
Beaufort, South Carolina - Located on Port Royal Island in the heart of South Carolina's Lowcountry, charming Beaufort is a bustling waterfront community with a caught-in-time air. Moss-draped oaks line the historic district's dozens of streets, which are packed with some of the South's best restaurants and shops. A handful of… read more »THE RHETT HOUSE INN CELEBRATES 25TH ANNIVERSARY
Innkeepers Steve and Marianne Harrison purchased The Rhett House Inn in 1986 upon their relocation to Beaufort after a long career in the New York fashion industry. They restored the circa 1820 hotel to its former antebellum glory and began operations as The Rhett House Inn in 1987. read more »Greyhound Flats, Main Street Beaufort USA Win Statewide Awards
Main Street South Carolina selected the Cuppias' project in downtown Beaufort for its Gaines Jontz Rehabilitation Award, to be presented next month at the Municipal Association of South Carolina's annual meeting on Hilton Head Island read more »A Small City Big on Charm
Beaufort, S.C., lazes within reach of the Atlantic Coast in the historic and picturesque lowlands of the southeastern United States. The small, genteel city of 12,000 is steeped in history and drenched in Southern charm. To visit Beaufort, with its stunning plantation-style architecture, is to feel as if you have stepped into a movie… read more »Top 25 Small Cities
1. Asheville, NC A rendering of the expanded Asheville Art Museum. Credit: Courtesy of the Asheville Art Museum Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville offers the best of both worlds: breathtaking scenic beauty and a population that values creativity and work made by hand. “Asheville is funky, eclectic and rooted in… read more »Get a Glimpse of the Past in Beaufort, SC
Referred to as the heart and soul of the low country, Beaufort is a small town steeped with history. In fact, the entire downtown area has been named a National Historic Landmark District. Southern hospitality abounds and you’ll be greeted everywhere with a smile and a hello. Antebellum and Victorian mansions sit in the shadows of oak… read more »Get a Glimpse of the Past in Beaufort, SC
Referred to as the heart and soul of the low country, Beaufort is a small town steeped with history. In fact, the entire downtown area has been named a National Historic Landmark District. Southern hospitality abounds and you’ll be greeted everywhere with a smile and a hello. Antebellum and Victorian mansions sit in the shadows of oak… read more »Six Best South Carolina Beaches
Situated about 20 miles from Beaufort, South Carolina's most beautiful barrier island is the perfect haven for families and golfers alike. With two of the highest ranked golf courses in America and 3½ miles of uncrowded, unspoiled beaches, Fripp Island offers a beach experience you'll remember always. Renowned for its resort amenities… read more »Discovering A Tidal Treasure: South Carolina’s Beaufort River
We wrestle our kayaks off the top of the car and look over our charts. Having paddled the mangrove tunnels, Everglades and manmade canals of South Florida, we anticipate discovering the natural beauty of this area's tidal marsh. read more »25 Best Places to Retire
When Hollywood movie scouts need the quintessential southern setting, they frequently call on Beaufort. Tucked among South Carolina's Sea Islands, this 300-year-old town with antebellum mansions and moss-covered oaks has been the backdrop for such blockbusters as Forrest Gump, Prince of Tides and The Big Chill. But fame hasn't spoiled… read more »5 S.C. Cities Offer Visitors Much To Enjoy
On the cusp of its 300th birthday (in 2011), Beaufort continues to grow -- but not too much -- and enhance its low-key appeal. It's Charleston on a smaller scale, a stroller's delight, easier to navigate and less touristy. Walking or biking through its historic neighborhoods, one does not feel accompanied by a legion of fellow… read more »Are You Planning a trip to Beaufort, SC?
When I plan to visit an area I always search out their visitor's bureau website. Even if I have been to that city or town previously, I want as much up-to-date information as possible to make my vacation better each visit. Are you planning a trip to Beaufort, South Carolina? If so, you need to check out the Beaufort Visitor's Guide… read more »South Carolina - A Food Lover’s Dream
A quest for the traditional recipes of the Old South and the emerging epicurean landscape of the New South drew me to tour South Carolina on a nine-day culinary adventure. Along the way were pickled leeks and cherries and beans and beets, and splendid in-house produced charcuterie for rillettes, patés, terrines, sausages, pork belly… read more »Wall Street Journal “Movie Mecca by the Sea”
Beaufort is profiled in the Wall Street Journal as a "Movie Mecca" as the setting for films including as "Forrest Gump", "The Great Santini" and "The Big Chill". read more »Garden & Gun “Southern Dream Town”
Linger a while in Beaufort’s Waterfront Park and you’ll appreciate firsthand how a great, inviting public space can help revive a community. On any given day, moored sloops decorate the harbor, palmetto fronds clack in the breeze, and a late-afternoon round of mojitos at Saltus River Grill, one of the patioed eateries embracing the… read more »Atlanta Journal Constitution “Roadtrip: Beaufort, SC”
Beaufort is a hidden gem often overlooked by tourists who target either Savannah one hour to the south or Charleston one hour to the north. Yet “The Queen of the Carolina Sea Islands” exudes history, culture and hospitality. read more »Southern Living “Top 10 Secret Beaches”
Hidden between stately Beaufort and exclusive Fripp Island, this Lowcountry isle is a quiet place, with 3 miles of secluded beach visited mostly by pelicans, herons, and horseshoe crabs. Each day here begins with a sunrise that turns the Atlantic into a pink sea framed by golden marsh grasses. read more »National Geographic Traveler - March 2010
Featured as a best bet in "The Long Weekend" feature. read more »Beaufort County named healthiest County in SC by Robert Wood Foundation
A report released Wednesday says Beaufort County is the healthiest county in South Carolina and that Lee County is the least healthy. read more »Beaufort Barrier Islands Designated “Important Bird Area” by Audubon Magazine
A chain of islands in Beaufort County has been earmarked by the National Audubon Society as an important bird area, a designation intended to identify and protect habitat for local and migrating birds. read more »Charleston Mercury
January 14, 2010 Jeff Dennis of Charleston writes a very nice article about trout fishing in Beaufort and Port Royal, kayaking and fly fishing in this article in the Charleston Mercury. read more »The South Magazine
Curiosity is a weakness of mine; it feeds my great propensity for travel, a topic that too often creeps into my mind and dominates my conversations. More than once, Beaufort, South Carolina, has popped up as the topic of discussion. The quaint streets and breathtaking waterfront views were stuff of legends, and the whispered comments… read more »Outdoor Life Magazine
Outdoor Life Magazine - June/July 2009 Beaufort, SC was named the 108th best town for sportsmen by Outdoor Life magazine in its June/July 2009 edition, joining the publication's secnod annual list of 200 towns across the country. read more »Budget Travel Magazine
Port Royal has been designated as one of "America's Coolest Small Towns" by Budget Travel Magazine readers, receiving a total of 2,256 votes. read more »THE LOCAL LIFE: HALEY’S FOCUS ON TOURISM GOOD FOR THE LOWCOUNTRY
Last month at the Governor's Conference on Tourism, Gov. Nikki Haley said to the 450 attendees, "You have a governor who gets it." This is good news to organizations like the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce Visitor & Convention Bureau who are in the trenches working to "get" more visitors to the area. … read more »
Beaufort Chamber Moving to Arsenal Building
The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitor Bureau is pleased to announce that it will be moving its Visitor Center and staff offices to the historic Arsenal Building located at 713 Craven Street in the National Register Historic District of Downtown Beaufort, SC. read more »Port Royal Named “Coolest Small Town”
Budget Travel defined a "cool small town" as: "The town must have a population under 10,000 - we are talking small towns, not big cities. It also has to be on the upswing , a place that's beginning to draw attention - and new residents - because of the quality of life, arts and restaurant scene, or proximity to nature. And cool… read more »
Beaufort SC Historic Lowcountry Coastal Living
Why do people make the choices they do when it comes to deciding where to live? Lots of reasons come into play, of course. Closeness of family and friends, climate, activities, environment and cost of living are the primary reasons. A final decision usually weighs on a combination of all of the above. If you like mild, warm… read more »
