Hilton head restaurant brings preservation to the plate
When it comes to ordering oysters, the world is literally, well, your oyster. There’s the more well-known ones like Apalachicola, Bluepoint, Gulf Coast, Kumamoto, Malpeque and Shinnecock. And then there are the more exotic ones like Beausoleil, Forbidden, Hama Hama and Naked Cowboy. Each one of these scrumptious bivalves has its own flavor profile based on the water it was harvested in. Take our local oysters. Like our Lowcountry estuaries (and maybe our locals), our oysters are categorized as briny yet sweet.
Tasting Tradition with Lowcountry Oyster Stew Recipe
From 1335 A.D. when Green’s Shell Enclosure (a four-foot-tall shell ridge that encloses two acres) was built along the banks of Skull Creek, to the1890s until the 1950s when the Hudsons and Toomers operated oyster factories on the Island, Hilton Head has shucked its share of oysters. Much of the Island’s landmarks and legacies are built on these briny bivalves, making our Island’s history not only interesting but tasty, too.
Wellness travel trends that are here to stay
Health and wellness doesn’t take a break just because you’re on vacation. In fact, on Hilton Head Island, we’ve found that health and wellness go hand-in-hand with vacation perfectly. From sun-drenched days relaxing on the beach to heart-pounding workouts on the pickleball court, both your mental and physical health will flourish on America’s Favorite Island®.
It seems like every year there are new wellness travel trends that come and go, but as we look ahead to the new year, we want to share some of the wellness travel trends that we think are here to stay. Not only that, we’re also highlighting some of the many activities and amenities available to you here on Hilton Head Island that will make your vacation a truly rejuvenating and enjoyable experience — all while keeping your health and wellness in mind.
The biker's guide to hilton head island
With 60 miles of multi-use trails connecting you to everywhere you need to go and pristine, hard-packed beaches featuring picture-perfect views of the Atlantic Ocean... it’s not hard to see why Hilton Head Island is a biker’s paradise. Rated as a Gold Level Bicycle Friendly Community by the American League of Bicyclists, there’s no better way to explore Travel + Leisure's No. 1 Island in the Continental U.S. than on two wheels.
Renting a bike for leisurely rides to shopping, dining and attractions while you’re on vacation is a great way to stay in shape. But, where should you go? What should you bring? To make planning your bike-friendly vacation on Hilton Head Island a breeze—as breezy as your bike ride will be—look no further than our handy guide below.
Protecting our Home: Conservation on Hilton Head Island
Shady maritime forests, swaying Spanish moss, ancient live oaks, and spectacular salt marshes. Beyond our iconic beaches, these are just a few of the natural wonders that immediately come to mind when you picture Hilton Head Island. But they’re also essential elements of what makes us America’s Favorite Island®.
Whether you’re wildlife spotting wonderfully diverse creatures, walking along sandy shores, or pedaling our network of leisure bike pathways among winding lagoons, it’s easy to see what makes our Island so special and why it’s worth investing in concerted conservation efforts.
Read on to learn about the programs we’ve put in place to protect our beautiful Island, preserve cultural sites, and safeguard public spaces so that future generations may continue to fall in love with the natural beauty of Hilton Head Island.
Hilton Head Island's white-tailed deer
I grew up on the Island and I’ve always appreciated (and even reveled in) how immersed we are in nature. (To my husband’s chagrin maybe too immersed.) Living on the water in Pt. Comfort, we are regularly rehabbing furry friends.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes — you absolutely can visit Daufuskie Island on a day trip from Hilton Head Island. You’ll need to catch the ferry from Hilton Head Island. Plan ahead if you want to rent a golf cart to get around or join one of the local tours of Gullah cultural sites. Bluffton is also an easy day trip from Hilton Head Island, with historic sites, local shops, galleries, and restaurants to explore.
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Some of the cultural experiences we think you shouldn’t miss include visiting the Coastal Discovery Museum, learning more about Gullah Geechee heritage, exploring the historic churches and Old Town in Bluffton, indulging in a local food tour, and enjoying one of our local events and art shows.
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Absolutely! We’ve assembled a variety of itineraries with something for everyone in mind. Whether you’re visiting with family, planning a golf getaway, or looking to spend more time outdoors, there are plenty of ideas to help inspire your time on Hilton Head Island.
