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She also recommends grabbing some food at local favoriteJack of Cups Saloonfor unexpected bites inspired by Asian cuisine.

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It has modern touches but still keeps its Southern charm, appealing to both tourists and locals alike.

Sullivans Island

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Sullivans Islandcontinues to be a favorite South Carolina beach townespecially for Charlestonians.

The beach is very relaxed, and the marsh views are second to none, says Fuller.

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Fuller recommends getting a table atHigh ThymeorThe Obstinate Daughter, then grabbing a nightcap atDunleavys Pub.

Its proximity to the water is also a perk.

Like Charleston, youll have to drive a bit out of the main hub to get to the beach.

Kiawah Island, South Carolina boardwalk to the beach and ocean.

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For starters, the historic fishing village has a feature known as MarshWalk.

Biking, kayaking, and dolphin tours are also popular vacation activities.

But if theres absolutely one thing you cant miss while visiting Edisto Beach, it’s the glorious sunsets.

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Bring a blanket toEdisto Beach State Park, sit back, and enjoy the show.

An old dilapidated wooden dock in the marsh grass and inlet of Pawleys Island in South Carolina at sunset

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Aerial view of houses along the coast of Folly Beach

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Charleston lighthouse located on Sullivan’s Island in South Carolina

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The sun is setting on a salt water marsh in Murrells Inlet South Carolina. The camera focus is on the marsh and not the houses that line the waters edge in the background.

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Houses along a beach on Edisto Island in South Carolina, USA.

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