the official guide to the lowcountry march-may 2016

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Although mucky and smelly, the salt marsh is an important part of the Lowcountry.

In actuality, the salt marsh produces more food for the environment than rain forests. The green grass that dominates the marsh is called salt marsh cord grass or Spartina. When this cord grass dies each winter and decomposes, its nutrients are released into the marsh mud, creeks, streams and even into the ocean. These nutri-ents begin the food chain for the entire Southeastern coastal area.

So, the next time you enjoy a meal of shrimp, mussels, oysters, blue crab, stone crab or saltwater fish, thank the muddy salt marshes.

The Importance of Salt Marshes

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4 THE OFFICIAL GUIDE | MARCH - MAY 2016

C O N T E N T S

5 Activities & Accommodations

6 Recreational Pathways

12 48th RBC Heritage

14 Tide Chart - March

16 Tide Chart - April

18 Tide Chart - May

20 Watersports Chart

22 Island Beaches

24 Calendar of Events

26 Lowcountry Animals

27 Dining & Entertainment

30 Where to Dine

32 Crazy Crab Crab Cakes

35 Shopping & Services

36 Shopping Chart

44 Island Map

46 Directory

Cover photos: (top to bottom, left to right) Sean Wood and Alexis Orlosky, Outside Hilton Head, Pandora® Jewelry, The Blue Parrot

Single copies of The Official Guide To Hilton Head Island may be obtained by mailing a check for $5.00 for postage and handling to Island Communications, P.O. Box 5511, Hilton Head Island, S.C. 29938. e-mail: [email protected].

Every effort is made to provide dependable data, however, the publisher does not war rant that the data herein is com-plete or accurate. Any rates, special offers, etc. are subject to change by the individual adver tis ers and are not guaran-teed by Island Communications. ©Copyright 2016. Island Communications. All rights reserved.

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Boasting miles of white-sand beaches and paved public

pathways, dozens of world-class golf courses and tennis

facilities, pristine waterways and every imaginable water

sport, wildlife preserves and nature tours, thousands of

luxury hotel rooms and fully-equipped villas and homes on

Hilton Head Island it is not a matter of finding something to

do, it's finding time to do and see everything.


RULES FOR THE ROAD:Please obey all traffic signals and pathway markings. Stop signs must be obeyed for safety. Bicycles are vehicles and must obey SC traffic laws.

Travel the pathways at speeds that allow for the safety of pedes trians and other users.

Never ride within the roadway against traffic. State law requires bicycles to drive like all other vehicles.

Please do not ride on roads where a pathway is available.

Please ride single file and keep a safe distance from other bicyclists.

WATCH OUT FOR MOTORISTS! Motorists must yield to pedestrians and bicyclists within marked crossings, but they may not see you.

Please yield to pedestrians. When resting or stopped, please move off the pathway.

Most sections of the pathways are not illuminated. If you must bike at night, please wear light-colored clothing or carry a flash light. Bicycles must have a red rear reflector and a headlight when biking at night.

When approaching slower pathway users from behind, please sound your warning device, or call out, “Passing on your left.” Always pass on the left.

Bicyclists should always wear a helmet, especially children 12 and under.

Make eye contact and use hand signals. Assume other bicyclists and motorists don’t see you. Hand signals tell motorists and other path users what you intend to do and will ensure everyone’s safe enjoyment of the pathways.

Be courteous, alert and predictable.

At low tide, the Island’s 12 miles of beaches are ideal for biking. Public beaches are indicated on the Island

Events’ Island Map.

Our map also shows the existing public pathways. Many kiosks are located

along the pathways with an Island-wide map on one

side, and a localized map of the area on the other.

Recreational PathwaysGuide

The Town of Hilton Head Island provides

nearly 60 miles of public path ways

and nature trails for the enjoy mentof pedes trians

and cyclists.


PATHWAY MARKINGS:WHITE DIAMONDS

RESTRICTED TRAVEL LANE - Travel with the flow of traffic

WHITE STRIPE & STOP SIGNROAD CROSSING - Stop and look for motorists

YELLOW CENTER LINETWO-WAY TRAFFIC - Keep to the right

SEVERAL WHITE DIAGONAL STRIPESCROSSWALK - Watch out for other bicyclists,

pedestrians and motorists

Recreational PathwaysGuide

Information and map courtesy of The Town of Hilton Head Island.(843) 341-4600 • hiltonheadislandsc.gov.

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Established in 1985, the Coastal Discovery Museum offers hands-on exploration of the Lowcountry‘s diverse cultural heritage and complex natural history with an array of programs, presenta tions, exhibits and tours for all ages.

The last significant parcel of open space on Hilton Head Island, the Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn opened to the public in 2007.

Comprising 68-acres of salt marsh and maritime forests, centuries-old live oaks, open fields and a dozen historic structures, Honey Horn is located at the inter section of Highway 278 and the Cross Island Expressway.

Over its 300-year history, Honey Horn has been home to Indian tribes, indigo and Sea Island cot ton plan-tations, Gullah families who hunted and farmed the land, a hunt club established by northern busi nessmen and, starting in 1950, Fred Hack’s private residence and farm.

In the late 1990s, the Town of Hilton Head Island purchased the site and leased it to the Coastal Discovery Museum for 95 years.

Construction of the 6,000-sq.-ft. hunting lodge began in 1859 and, today, known as the Discovery House, is complete with permanent and temporary exhibits, a Kids Zone and gift shop.

Self-guided tours of the property via salt marsh boardwalks and an oys ter shell trail include the Karen Wertheimer Butterfly Enclosure, a Lowcountry Heritage Garden and a Camellia Garden. Guided History/Nature Walks & Talks, live animal programs

and seasonal kids camps are offered on a regular basis. Off-site tours and programs include the Forts of Port Royal, Beach Discovery, Turtle Talks & Walks and much more.

This historic property is also avail-able to rent for wedding receptions, corporate events and is home to some of the Island’s annual festivals.

EVENTSFORTS OF PORT ROYALLearn about the area’s early explorers and the importance of the island during the Civil War, Mitchelville, and the Steam Cannon. The tour visits the site of Fort Walker and the Steam Cannon. Please, no children under 7 years of age. $12 adult, $7 child (ages 7-12). Wed. at 10 a.m. Reservations required by call-ing (843) 689-6767 ext. 223.

EXPLORING PINCKNEY ISLANDPinckney Island Wildlife Refuge, located at the northern tip of the Island, is a unique location full of Lowcountry history and natural beauty. This tour explores three different habitats: the salt marsh, the maritime forest and a fresh water lagoon. The Island is also rich in cultural history and was home to General Charles Cotesworth Pinckney, a signer of the United States Constitution. Tues. and Thurs., 9-11 a.m. $12 adult, $7 child. Reservations required by calling (843) 689-6767 ext. 223 or register online.

COASTAL DISCOVERY MUSEUM (843) 689-6767coastaldiscovery.orgGPS location: 70 Honey Horn Dr. H-24 on map. See ad Inside Front Cover.


KAYAK HILTON HEAD (843) 684-1910 / kayakhiltonhead.com

DOLPHINS, DOLPHINS, DOLPHINS, everyone wants to see them! Of course, they are wild animals, so we can’t guarantee to see them on every tour we do, but we are located in one of their favorite feeding spots, so our percentage of seeing them might just be the highest on the Island! Blackbeard, Nick and little baby Stripes are a few of our favorite dolphins. For over 10 years, Kayak Hilton Head has been teaching visitors all about the dolphins, birds, oysters, salt marsh and many, many other interesting things about our Island. A great activity for beginners, families and experienced alike. Our goal is to provide a leisurely, fun and educational experience. Our guides have been doing this for years and still love it every day! We often catch blue crabs, shrimp and many interesting varieties of fish as a great ending to our tours in the warmer months. The kids love this! It's a great opportunity for the kids to hold and learn about these interesting critters and provides great photo opportunities for the parents.

Our kayaks are easy to paddle and completely safe and comfortable. We rotate new kayaks into our fleet every year, giving you new and high-quality equipment to better enjoy your experience. Single and double kayaks are available.

DOLPHIN DISCOVERIES (843-684-1911), our guaranteed dolphin, 6-passenger BOAT TOUR also runs daily tours for those looking to enjoy a leisurely boat ride with one of our captains.

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Tours depart daily throughout the day. Free parking at end of Simmons Road on the left side.

Departs from Simmons Landing, off Marshland Road. K-18 on map.GPS location: 11 Simmons Rd.

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Since its humble beginnings in 1979 as a windsurfing school, Outside Hilton Head has become the Lowcountry's premier outdoor outfitter.

Offering personalized adventures for all ages — from kayak, fishing, nature and dolphin tours to kids camps, history excursions, family outings and stand-up paddle boarding — now is the time to “Get Out on the Water!”

To outfit your next adventure, the flagship store in the Plaza at Shelter Cove and the new location in Palmetto Bluff feature the latest fashions for men, women and children, as well as sunglasses, sandals, boots, shoes, hammocks and other outdoor gear.

KAYAK TOURS/FISHING/RENTALSHilton Head’s oldest and most com prehensive kayak company, Outside Hilton Head offers daily kayak tours on Broad Creek and in the Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge, in addition to full-day and half-day programs throughout Beaufort County. Experience the ultimate in sport fishing using kayaks specially outfitted with rod holders, anchors, bait and more to get you to the best inshore sites. Or, design your own adven ture by renting a single, dou-ble or fishing kayak.

DOLPHIN/NATURE/HISTORY TOURSUS Coast Guard-licensed cap tains and interpretive naturalist guides offer high-quality, unique and per-sonalized boating excur sions you and your family will remem ber for years. The fleet of Cobia deck boats and custom-designed Carolina Skiffs provide stable, comfortable and up-close and per-sonal experiences for the popular Dolphin Eco Tours, Daufuskie Island History & Artisans Tours,

Beachcombing Trips, seasonal Fireworks Cruises and custom-de-signed Ultimate Day and Private Boat Charters.

FISHING Expert fishing guides offer a wide variety of fishing opportunities for anglers of all ages and skill levels. Choose from in-shore, near-shore, kayak or off-shore options, which provide different fishing experi ences depending on the season and your group’s interests.

STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDINGEasy to learn, a fantastic workout and lots of fun, the sport of Hawaiian kings and hip celebri ties has come to Hilton Head Island. Your source for everything stand-up paddle boarding, Outside Hilton Head has intro ductory clinics, pri vate instruc tion, rentals, parties and more.

DAUFUSKIE ISLAND HISTORY & ARTISANS TOURTour the “undeveloped” side of this historic sea island and visit many fascinating places that may include the White School, First Union African Baptist Church (built in 1882), the Praise House and the studios of several artists. This small-group tour departs daily from Shelter Cove Marina.

OUTSIDE HILTON HEAD (800) 686-6996outsidehiltonhead.comoutsidedaufuskie.comThe Plaza at Shelter Cove, N-23 on map. Pinckney Island Wildlife Refuge, A-21 on map.Shelter Cove Marina, N-23 on map.Palmetto Bluff on the May River, Mainland on map.

See ad on Page 3.

OUTSIDE HILTON HEAD

DRIFTER (843) 363-2900 / hiltonheadboattours.com

Your family fun boat for offshore fishing. Spend your time deep-sea fishing when you leave from the closest marina to the ocean. The Drifter has been family owned and operated for over 25 years. We have the finest in electronics for safety, navigation and fish finding to make your trips pleasant and safe. Rods, reels and bait provided. A great time for the whole family. Our friendly, courteous, experienced crew offer per sonalized service to the novice or expert fisherman. We will be glad to assist you in baiting your hook and boating your catch. Call for reservations.

GYPSY (843) 363-2900 / hiltonheadboattours.com

Come aboard for a relaxing, narrated tour on Calibogue Sound. We guarantee that dolphins will be seen on this trip.

The Gypsy is 65 feet long, but you will be as close to the water as you would be on a small boat. The stability of a large vessel will allow you to walk around the boat for better views of the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins as they swim and surface. Learn more about these friendly creatures and the behavior patterns that are unique to the dolphins of this area. Sit in comfort and enjoy a cold drink or snack in the sun or shade as we show you the sights.

South Beach Marina Village in The Sea Pines Resort, N-3 on map.GPS location: 232 S. Sea Pines Dr.


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Monday, April 11thPro Practice RoundsMorningOpening Ceremonies**Parade begins at 11 a.m. at the Liberty Oak & ends at the 18th greenPro-Am Presented by Boeing 1st & 10th Tees - 11:30 a.m.-6 p.m.Tuesday, April 12th Pro Practice RoundsAll DayCoca-Cola Youth Day Putting Contest**3-4 p.m.Youth Day Movie on the Heritage Lawn4:30-6 p.m.Wednesday, April 13thRBC Heritage Pro-Am1st & 10th Tees - 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.Thursday & Friday, April 14th & 15thFirst & Second RoundsStarting on the 1st & 10th TeeStarting Times7:20-9 a.m. & 11:50 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Saturday, April 16thThird RoundAll players start on 1st TeeStarting Times8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Plaid Nation Day Contests on the Heritage Lawn**Noon-2 p.m.Concert on the Heritage LawnAfter play-8 p.m.Sunday, April 17thSunrise Service**18th Green - 7:30 a.m.Final RoundAll players start on 1st TeeStarting Times8:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.Trophy Presentation18th Green immediately follow ing the close of play*Times are approximate and subject to change.**Tournament tickets are needed to attend all special events.

“Get Your Plaid On” April 11-17 as the tradition continues when the biggest names on the PGA Tour swing into The Sea Pines Resort for the 48th RBC Heritage.

2016 TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE*

MEDIA COVERAGEThe Golf Channel:Thursday-Friday, 3-6 p.m., ETSaturday-Sunday, 1-2:30 p.m., ETCBS SportsSaturday-Sunday, 3-6 p.m., ETSirius XM RadioChannel 208 or 93Thursday-Sunday, noon-6 p.m., ET

PARKINGPublic Parking:As you reach Hilton Head Island, take the Cross Island Parkway to The Sea Pines Resort (a $1.25 toll is required for the Parkway). The traffic will flow through the main gate of The Sea Pines Resort. Once inside the main gate, security per-sonnel will direct you to the first avail-able FREE parking lot. Those with color- coded and numbered parking hang tags should follow the directional signs.

Please be aware of the parking lot number to ensure you take the appro-priate shuttle bus from the tournament back to your vehicle. Buses taking spectators from the tournament site to the parking lots will stop running one hour after play.

Handicapped Parking:Handicapped parking passes are issued by Sea Pines Security, located on Greenwood Drive in the CSA/Security Administration Building, one mile inside the main gate of The Sea Pines Resort. Passes are issued at the Security Office only and cannot be distributed by mail. To reach the Security Office, call (843) 671-7170.

WILL CALLWill Call is designed for last minute sales, pick-up and redistribution of tournament badges. Badges can be dropped off at the Ticket Office/Will Call (trailer in the Harbour Town Golf Links parking lot). A picture ID is required to pick-up your tickets.

Will Call Hours:April 9-10: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.April 11-17: 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

Admission Gate Hours:During the week of the tournament, the Ticket Office (trailer in the Harbour Town Golf Links parking lot) will be open at the following times and will close at the end of play each day:Mon. & Tues., April 11-12, 8 a.m.Wed.-Sun., April 13-17, 7 a.m.

A variety of RBC Heritage ticket pack ages are available, call (843) 671-2448 or visit rbcheritage.com.


LAWTON STABLES (843) 671-2586 / lawtonstableshhi.com

Lawton Stables, nestled on 24 acres within the Sea Pines Resort, offers one-hour guided western-style trail rides through the beautiful Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Trail rides are offered 7 days a week and are perfect for adults and children 8 years old or older. Pony rides are available for chil-dren 7 and under and the whole family will love the free small animal farm! It’s a “must visit” while on Hilton Head Island. Lawton Stables is also home to the International Riding Academy (iridingacademy.com) and the Wish Upon a Horse Therapeutic Riding Center (wishuponahorsehhi.org) which offers free therapeutic horseback riding lessons to children and adults with special needs. Please call for times and reservations.

In The Sea Pines Resort, N-10 on map.GPS location: 190 Greenwood Dr.

BICYCLE BILLY’S(843) 785-7851 / bicyclebilly.com

For over two decades, Bicycle Billy’s has provided quality bikes and ex cellent customer service, enabling our customers to enjoy their biking experience while vacationing. Free delivery and pick-up, in cluding Sea Pines, Shipyard, Palmetto Dunes, Forest Beach and Folly Field.

81 Pope Ave., Q-14 on map. GPS location: 81 Pope Ave.

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PAU HANA & FLYING CIRCUS CATAMARAN SAILING CHARTERS

(843) 686-2582 / hiltonheadislandsailing.comFLYING CIRCUS CATAMARAN SAILING CHARTERS

Experience the ultimate dolphin watch sailing adventure on the Island’s fastest catamaran, FLYING CIRCUS! Safe and stable for all ages. Take in the serene Hilton Head Island waters, green marshes and incredible wild life. Sail close to the water, smoothly and quietly along with the dolphins. Catch a good wind and be spirited across the Calibogue Sound towards Daufuskie Island and the Harbour Town Lighthouse. Limited to 6 passengers for intimacy and privacy. Ideal for family and friend outings as well as that special romantic occasion! Coolers welcome with your favorite food and libations. Sailing daily from morning to sunset for 2 hour+ private charters. Providing personalized sailing charters with experi enced and friendly captains since 1989. Sailing lessons available.

PAU HANA CATAMARAN SAILING CHARTERSThese “pure sailing” experiences will change your image of sailing for ever! Best views, 360˚ visibility all around! Relaxing, stress-free, uncrowd ed sail ing on the Island's biggest catamaran. Comfortable seats, walk-around deck space. Enjoy the “Environmentally Friendly Way” to see nature under sail on our personalized interactive and informative dolphin watch tours.

Fun for all ages. Great for children, friends and family outings. “Happy Hour” sunset sails are our specialty! Bring your cooler and refreshments (including alcohol)! Don’t forget the camera! Take a picture of your child steering the boat! The perfect private charter venue for weddings, family and social group occasions or just getting together for clean, fresh FUN! Sailing daily for afternoon and sunset dolphin watch tours.

Palmetto Bay Marina, J-15 on map. GPS location: 86 Helmsman Way.


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SEGWAY OF SAVANNAH (912) 233-3554 / segwayofsavannah.com

Experience beautiful Historic Savannah with the intimacy and adventure that only a Segway tour can provide. Enjoy the unparal -leled fun of riding a Segway while exploring the details and history of Savannah that make this city so beautiful and fascinating. Also enjoy the majestic beauty of Bonaventure Cemetery, a storied Victorian cemetery full of breathtaking sculptures, art and nature. Call for available times.

Historic Savannah, GA.GPS location: 234 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Savannah, GA.

SUNDANCE BIKE RENTAL (843) 785-8737 / sundancebikes.com

Hilton Head Island is perfect for bike riding. You can explore over 50 miles of bike trails, taking in the Island’s beauty, while being eco-friendly. Or take a ride along more than 12 miles of our sandy beaches. Sundance Bike Rental offers bike rentals for you.

Call for Official Guide spe cial. Rent two or more bikes for one week and get 20% off. We offer free locks, baskets and child carriers and free Island-wide delivery.

13 Executive Park Rd., O-14 on map. GPS location: 13 Executive Park Rd.

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HILTON HEAD BICYCLE COMPANY(843) 686-6888 / hiltonheadbicycle.com

Years of experience renting high quality bicycles and dedication to personalized service guarantees your Hilton Head Island vacation will be a memorable and rewarding experience. Visit our retail showroom featuring beach cruisers for each member of the family. A complete line of bicycle accessories are available for the riding enthusiast. Specializing in bike rentals, service and sales. Top Island mechanic. No hidden costs – free delivery/pick-up, baskets, child carriers and locks. Cruisers, mountain and tandem bikes. Helmets available.

112 Arrow Rd., N-15 on map.GPS location: 112 Arrow Rd.

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One of Hilton Head Island’s most popular residents, Atlantic Bottle nose Dolphins are abundant in local waters. In fact, these incre dible marine mammals share so many characteristics with humans it can be argued they are our under water counterparts.

One example is the way they give birth.

Female dolphins give live birth and nurse their young for up to three years. Male calves often stay with the mother for up to five years, while females might just do so for the rest of their lives.

In the wintertime, the Bottlenose pop u lation averages from 200 to 400 animals. Early spring through late fall, we are inundated with dolphins as females from all over the South eastern coast make an annual trek to the area to give birth. Other

females act as midwives and nannies, often taking turns watching over the young as the mother feeds.

Males tag along, following the females wherever they go – yet anoth er human trait!

From a boat, you will often see the young calves swimming and play ing with the other dolphins in the pod. Providing abundant food for the mothers, Lowcountry waters also give the young dolphins a fairly safe environment to practice swimming and hunting before mov ing on to other parts of the coast.

Although they lack the gracefulness of an adult dolphin, the calves’ play-fulness and energy tends to remind one of their own youth.

By Shawn Hern, Naturalist/ Captain of Dolphin Discoveries, a division of Kayak Hilton Head.

Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins

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BOAT &KAYAK

RENTALS

DAUFUSKIEISLANDTOURS

DOLPHIN & NATURETOURS

FISHING WAVE-RUNNERRENTALS

PADDLE-BOARDING

SAILING WATERSKIING,TUBING &

PARASAILING

Drifter Party Fishing BoatSouth Beach Marina, The Sea Pines Resort(843) 363-2900hiltonheadboattours.com

Family Fishing Aboard The HoboSouth Beach Marina, The Sea Pines Resort(843) 363-2900hiltonheadboattours.com

Flying CircusPalmetto Bay Marina(843) 686-2582hiltonheadislandsailing.com

Dolphin WatchingAboard The GypsySouth Beach Marina, The Sea Pines Resort(843) 363-2900hiltonheadboattours.com

Sport Fishing AboardThe BoomerangSouth Beach Marina, The Sea Pines Resort(843) 363-2900hiltonheadboattours.com

Pau HanaPalmetto Bay Marina(843) 686-2582hiltonheadislandsailing.com

Kayak Hilton Head11 Simmons Rd. (843) 684-1911kayakhiltonhead.com

Outside Hilton Head Shelter Cove Marina, Pinckney Island & Palmetto Bluff(800) 686-6996outsidehiltonhead.com

Photography by Joyce Harkins, Hilton Head Island Photography, INC.



SAVANNAH TASTE EXPERIENCE (912) 221-4439 / savannahtasteexperience.com

From breathtaking she-crab bisque to honey-pecan-glazed fried chicken to rich, savory shepherd's pies to mind-blowing alligator sliders, Savannah Taste Experience Food Tours introduces guests to the flavors, textures and food-culture that define Savannah’s culinary identity.

Food tours with Savannah Taste Experience are quite simply the best way to see Savannah in less than a day. As the #1 food-related activity in Savannah (according to TripAdvisor), Savannah Taste Experience strives to be the best three hours of your visit to Savannah. Guests love that they can try more food during one tour than they could during an entire weekend on their own—plus the added bonuses of historic tales and VIP treatment while strolling through Savannah’s picturesque squares between hearty samples.

For Savannah Taste Experience, supporting other local businesses and providing jobs for locals is a dream come true. Along with being award-ed TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence, these food tours have garnered the attention of Explore Georgia’s Culinary Expert, AAA Magazine, Taste & Travel, Huffington Post, Trivago, and many more. As Savannah Taste Experience grows its business with new tours and products in 2016, the best part of the job continues to be reading reviews of happy customers that have given Savannah Taste a 5-star review average since opening four years ago.

GPS location: 118 Barnard St. #9412, Savannah, GA 31401.

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Public Beach Access: All of the beach is public, from

the ocean to the high water mark. Access to the beach,

how ever, is often private.

The Town of Hilton Head Island provides nine beach

accesses: Alder Lane Beach Access, off South Forest Beach Drive; Coligny Beach Park, off Coligny Circle; Driessen Beach

Park, at the end of Bradley Beach Road; Chaplin

Community Park, off Wm. Hilton Pkwy.; Fish

Haul Park & Mitchelville Beach Park, at the end of Beach City Road; Burkes Beach Access, at the end of Burkes Beach Road;

Folly Field Beach Park and Islanders Beach Park, both off

Folly Field Road.

Parking and Facilities: There are 23 metered spaces at Alder Lane; 54 metered spaces at Folly Field and 13 metered spaces at Burkes Beach Road. The parking fee is a QUARTER

for each 15 minutes.

Additionally, there are 207 spaces at Driessen Beach Park

for long-term parking. The fee is a QUARTER for each 30 minutes during the week.

Parking spaces at Islanders Beach Park are ALWAYS

reserved for annual beach passes. Parking at Driessen

Beach Park for annual beach passes is reserved from 8 a.m.

Island Beaches

to 3 p.m. Parking is FREE at Fish Haul Park, Mitchelville Beach Park and Coligny Beach Park. Handicap parking is avail able at no fee at all beach parks. Restrooms, chang-ing areas, sand showers and vending machines are available at the beach parks.

Designated Swimming Areas: Official swimming areas havebeen desig nated for the Alder Lane, Coligny, Driessen, Folly Field and Islanders Beach Parks. The bound-aries will be clearly marked on the beach and in the water.

During the beach season, life guards are stationed in each of the designat-ed swimming areas for assistance and beach infor ma tion. Please ask a life guard before entering the water if the yellow caution flag is flying.


• Possession or consumption of alcohol

• Glass (bottles, containers, etc.)• Littering• Indecent exposure or nudity• Disorderly conduct• Disturbing the peace• Unauthorized vehicles• Fires and fireworks• Shark fishing• Removal, harming, or harass ment

of any live beach fauna (sea turtles, sand dollars, etc.)

• Removal, alteration, or damage to dunes, sea oats, or other dune flora

• Horse riding or driving• Operation, launching, or landing

of unauthorized motorized watercraft

• Unauthorized commercial activity• Sleeping on the beach between

midnight and 6 a.m.• Unauthorized wearing of life

guard emblems, insignias, etc.• Solicitation or distribution of

handouts• Kites not under manual control• Stunt kites & Sand Sailing, • 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (April 1 -

September 30)• Parasailing

Area 1: Westin Resort

Barony Beach Club Islanders Beach Park

Island Club Folly Field Beach Park

Hilton Head Beach & Tennis Resort Driessen Beach Park

SurfWatch

Area 2: Palmetto Dunes House

Marriott Resort Villamare

Disney Resort Captain’s Walk

Omni Hotel Hampton Place

Area 3: Windsor Court Windsor Place

Barrington Sonesta Resort

Sea Crest Breakers

Coligny Beach The Beach House

Ocean One Shorewood

Sea Side Villas

Area 4: Ocean Club Villas

Adventure Inn Grande Ocean

Alder Lane Sea Pines Beach Club

Monarch

Beach Patrol LocationsBelow, listed from north to south, are areas where

Beach Patrol can generally be found:

ANIMALS are NOT permitted between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. from the Friday before

Memorial Day through Labor Day. Animals MUST be on a leash between

10 a.m. and 5 p.m., April 1 through the Thursday before Memorial Day

and the Tuesday after Labor Day through September 30. Animals must be on leash or under posi-

tive voice control at all other times. Persons in control of ani-

mals on the beach are required to remove and properly dispose

of the animal’s excrement. Ordinance signs are posted at

most beach accesses.

- Information provided by the Town of Hilton Head Island and Shore Beach Service

Additional Prohibitions In

Designated Swimming Areas - Peak Season: (Between sunrise and sunset,

April 1 - September 30):- Fishing or surfcasting

- Surfboards, boogie boards, etc.- Frisbee or other sports involving a ball

- Games with metal components- Stunt kites & Sand

Sailing

Beach Prohibitions. The following are prohibited on all beaches:

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March: Feb. 29-March 5Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest(843) 681-7273

March 2Coastal Discovery Museum: All about the Estuary with Bob Bender(843) 689-6767

March 3-65th Annual Darius Rucker Intercol-legiate Golf Tournament(843) 686-1074

March 4-6Smoke on the Mountain Gospel Musical(843) 298-4243

March 7-13Hilton Head Island Food and Wine Festival(843) 686-4944

March 7-14 Hilton Head International Piano Competition(843) 842-5880

March 9Coastal Discovery Museum: Planktonic Life in the Lowcountry Salt Marsh(843) 689-6767

March 11-13Quilt [email protected]

March 12Salty Dog Kid’s Shamrock Hunt(843) 671-2233

March 12Hilton Head Island Shamrock 5K Run(843) 757-8520

March 12“Rising Stars” Youth Arts Festival(843) 842-2787

March 13Hilton Head Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade(855) 287-7287

March 18-20Lowcountry Home & Garden Show(843) 681-9240

March 19Wingfest(843) 681-7273

March 19 Wine Auction Gala(843) 686-3945 x304

March 20-21Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Gilbert and Sullivan Night(843) 842-2055

March 24Carolina Dreamers Car Club [email protected]

March 25Easter Bunny Wagon Ride(843) 842-1979

Calendar of Events


March 26Salty Dog Annual Easter Egg Hunt(843) 671-2233

March 26First Annual Sandalwood Run for Hunger(317) 446-1149

March 26Easter Eggstravaganza(843) 681-7273

March 26The Peking Acrobats(843) 842-2787

March 28-April 1Gregg Russell Concerts(843) 785-3333

April:April 1Hilton Head Choral Society’s Musical Masterworks “Notes from a Small Island”(843) 341-3818

April 2Party in the Pines(843) 671-1343

April 2Spring Herb Sale(843) 363-6602

April 4-8Gregg Russell Concerts(843) 785-3333

April 5Chick Corea Piano Solo Concert (843) 842-2787

April 5-6Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra - Symphony Under the Stars(843) 842-2055

April 9“From La Scala to Broadway”(843) 842-2787

April 11Historic Mitchelville 5K Run/Walk(843) 815-1718

April 11-17RBC Heritage (843) 671-2448

April 15-16Gallery Walk in Bluffton [email protected]

April 16Salty Dog Luau(843) 671-2233

April 22-24Hilton Head Island Boat Show(843) 812-5802

April 24-25Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Joann Falletta Conducts Rodrigo, Piazzolla and Mozart(843) 842-2055

April 28 Carolina Dreamers Car Club Cruise-In

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Atlantic Bottlenose DolphinLocal waters host a large, year-round popu la tion of these playful, air-breath ing mammals. The South Carolina Lowcountry is also one of the few places to witness strand feed-ing – a learned behavior where dol-phins work as a team to corral fish, chase them onto a muddy bank and then temporarily beach themselves to eat their catch.

Marsh TackyOnce the most common horse found in the Southeast, this Colonial Spanish breed is unique ly adapted for sur vival in swampy ter rain. On the Sea Islands, Gullah families used them for transporta tion, hunting and farming. Today, fewer than 400 of these small, gentle horses exist.

Alligator Keep your distance from these feder-ally-pro tected, prehistoric reptiles often seen sunning themselves on the banks of lagoons. It is ille gal to feed these cold-blooded animals and, although they may look listless

and slow, they can out run humans over short distances.

Loggerhead Sea TurtleEvery summer, dozens of female log-gerhead sea turtles travel thou sands of miles to Hilton Head Island, return-ing to lay their eggs on the same beach where they hatched two or three decades earlier. It is a federal offense to harass these ancient reptiles which can weigh up to 300 pounds.

Green AnoleCommon in South Carolina and Georgia, this lizard is called a cha-meleon for its ability to change color. The only anole species native to the United States, males have a pink throat fan they display when protect-ing their ter ritory or finding a mate.

Southeastern Five-Lined SkinkNamed for the five white or yellow-ish stripes running down their backs, these moderately large lizards eat a variety of insects and spiders. Like many other lizards, their tails will break off if attacked, but it is only a myth that they are venomous.

Lowcountry ANIMALS

Serving up delicious fare and exciting entertainment to

suit every taste, Hilton Head Island is home to hundreds

of restaurants, lounges, sports bars and live music venues.

From sunup until well past sundown, enjoy the freshest

seafood and fusion fare overlooking the water, order a

pizza and ice-cold drink and catch the game on a big-screen

TV, dance the night away or head out and spend an

evening listening to the best local, regional and national acts.

DINING

Photo provided by Santa Fe Cafe


THECRAZY CRAB

The Crazy Crab boasts two picturesque water front locations on either end of Hilton Head Island.

This longtime local favorite opened in 1984 on Highway 278 overlook ing Jarvis Creek. Two years later, the second restaurant began serving hungry patrons in Harbour Town.

Destroyed by fire in 1998, the Northend Crazy Crab was rebuilt to twice its original size and now accom mo dates nearly 250 people inside the spacious, nauticalthemed restau rant, with another 80 seats outside on the deck.

Open daily for lunch and dinner, both locations offer similar menus featuring madetoorder Lowcountry specialties.

Share a complimentary basket of freshlymade hushpuppies while enjoying a bowl of She Crab Soup, shrimp cocktail, jumbo lump crab cake, oysters on the half shell or Caesar salad.

During lunch, the variety of salads, sandwiches, burgers, seafood plat ters and daily specials are sure to please every palate. In the evening, the menu expands to include an even larger selection of appetizers and entrées, such as stuffed flounder, baconwrapped BBQ shrimp and Alaskan king crab legs.

From fresh fish and tender sea scal lops to succulent shrimp and plump oysters, patrons may choose their seafood broiled, fried or steamed with a garden salad, cornonthecob, coleslaw, onion rings, rice, baked potato or French fries on the side. Those who can’t make up their

minds may opt for the signature Steamed Seafood Pot or a combina tion platter. Several steak and chicken dishes are available, as well.

Steps away from the Harbour Town Playground in Sea Pines, with an enclosed outdoor play area and huge indoor saltwater aquarium at Jarvis Creek, kids are always wel come at these casual, family friendly establish ments.

The special “Minnow’s Menu“ in cludes macaroni & cheese, fried shrimp, chicken fingers and pizza with a selection of locallymade ice cream, homemade Key Lime pie and chocolate mud pie for dessert.

According to coowner Peter Kenneweg, the secret of the restau rants’ success is threefold.

“It’s more than one thing,” he explains. “It’s got to be good food, good service and the price has to be right.”

The Crazy Crab restaurants have been local favorites for more than 30 years. A children’s menu, takeout and outdoor seat ing (at Jarvis Creek) are avail able. Reservations are not required, large groups welcome.

THE CRAZY CRAB thecrazycrab.com(843) 363-2722 Harbour Town, in The Sea Pines Resort, L-6 on map. GPS location: 149 Lighthouse Rd.

(843) 681-5021 Hwy. 278 on Jarvis CreekE-22 on map. GPS location: 104 Wm. Hilton Pkwy.


Where to Dine

BREAKFAST LUNCH DINNER FAMILYFRIENDLY

HEALTHYOPTIONS

WATER-FRONT

COFFEE/NOVELTY

Where to Dine

Alexander’s Seafood Restaurant & Wine Bar76 Queens Folly Rd.(843) 785-4999alexandersrestaurant.com

Frosty’s Italian Ices & More9 Harbourside Ln. #F(843) 341-5423frostysitalianices.com

Aunt Chilada’s EasyStreet Cafe69 Pope Ave.(843) 785-7700auntchiladashhi.com

Big Jim’s BBQ,Burgers & Pizza7 Trent Jones Ln.(843) 785-1165palmettodunes.com

Casey’s Sports Bar & Grille37 New Orleans Rd.(843) 785-2255caseyshhi.com

Chart House2 Hudson Rd.(843) 342-9066chart-house.com

Crane’s Tavern26 New Orleans Rd.(843) 341-2333cranestavern.com

Crazy Crab Harbour Town149 Lighthouse Rd.(843) 363-2722thecrazycrab.com

Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill70 Pope Ave.(843) 686-5959104 Buckwalter Place #1A(843) 836-5959hincheys.com

Crazy Crab Jarvis Creek104 William Hilton Pkwy.(843) 681-5021thecrazycrab.com


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It’s Greek To Me11 Lagoon Rd.(843) 842-4033itsgreektomehhi.com

Land’s End Tavern232 S. Sea Pines Dr. #307(843) 671-5456saltydog.com

Old Oyster Factory101 Marshland Rd.(843) 681-6040oldoysterfactory.com

Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt38 Shelter Cove Ln. Suite 128(843) 689-5323orangeleafyogurt.com

Pelican’s Point SeafoodSteak & Spirits18 Harbourside Ln.(843) 785-4442pelicanspoint.com

Red Fish8 Archer Rd.(843) 686-3388redfishofhiltonhead.com

Reilley’s Grill & Bar7 Greenwood Dr.(843) 842-4414reilleyshiltonhead.com

San Miguel’s9 Harbourside Ln.(843) 842-4555sanmiguels.com

Sweet Frog Frozen Yogurt33 Office Park Rd.(843) 689-3764sweetfrog.com

Stellini Italian Restaurant15 Executive Park Rd.(843) 785-7006stellinihhi.com

Up The Creek Pub & Grill18 Simmons Rd.(843) 681-3625upthecreekpubandgrill.com

The Wreck of The Salty Dog232 S. Sea Pines Dr. #116(843) 671-7327saltydog.com

Reilley’s North End Pub95 Mathews Dr.(843) 681-4153reilleysnorth.com

Santa Fe Cafe807 William Hilton Pkwy.(843) 785-3838santafehhi.com

Red Fish of Bluffton32 Bruin Rd.(843) 837-8888redfishofbluffton.com

Salty Dog Café232 S. Sea Pines Dr. #301(843) 671-2233saltydog.com

Directions:

• In small bowl mix mayonnaise, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, Texas Pete hot sauce, Old Bay seasoning, dry mustard and parsley until smooth.• Fold in crab meat. Add cracker crumbs.• Lightly toss.• Refrigerate for 20 minutes. [Important]• Mold together gently.• Sprinkle paprika. Add melted butter on top.• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.• Cook until lightly brown.• Drizzle Chipotle mayonnaise on top

Makes 10 3-oz crab cakes.

Ingredients:

1 cup Mayonnaise2 large Eggs1 tsp Worcestershire Sauce2 tsp Texas Pete Hot Sauce1 tbsp Old Bay Seasoning1 tsp dry Mustard2 tsp Parsley1 lb Jumbo Lump Crab Meat1 1/2 cup Saltine Cracker CrumbsPaprika1 stick Melted ButterChipotle Mayonnaise

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IT’S GREEK TO ME (843) 842-4033 / itsgreektomehhi.com

We use secret family recipes to prepare an array of Greek specialty and authentic dishes from scratch, using only the finest ingredients. We make Spanakopita, Mousaka and Dolmathes to name a few. Also serving Hilton Head Island’s best calamari, freshest and finest Greek salads and gyros, chicken or pork souvlaki, lamb, seafood, pasta and omelets. Along with an extensive gluten-free menu. Try our baklava, bougatsa, chocobaklava or other homemade mouth water ing desserts. Enjoy one of our dining rooms and spacious patio. Take-out and Kid’s Menu available. Happy Hour, 4-7 p.m. Serving lunch and dinner from 11 a.m. daily.

11 Lagoon Rd., across from Coligny Plaza, Q-15 on map; GPS location: 11 Lagoon Rd.

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Home to hundreds of specialty retailers and service pro-

viders – from high-end boutiques, art galleries and souvenir

shops to gourmet foods and confections, factory outlet

stores and award-winning day spas – if you can't find it here,

it's probably not for sale. No matter which direction your

adventures lead, you'll find the latest fashions, accessories,

home furnishings, fine jewelry and artwork, outdoor gear,

beauty supplies and much more.

Photo © Golyak | Dreamstime.com

SHOPPING


ShoppingArt Clothing

& ShoesGroceries Jewelry &

AccessoriesPharmacies Souvenirs

& GiftsWine &Spirits

Bargain Box546 William Hilton Pkwy.(843) 342-2469thebargainboxofhiltonhead.org

Birkenstock and More1460 Fording Island Rd. #140(843) 837-3562

The Blue Parrot Fine Gifts1000 William Hilton Pkwy.(800) 252-6653blueparrotgifts.com

Camp Hilton Head3 Shelter Cove Ln.(843) 842-3666Coligny Plaza(843) 686-4877Harbour Town(843) 671-3600camphiltonhead.com

Coligny True Value Hardware2 Coligny Plaza(843) 785-2429

Coligny Plaza1 N. Forest Beach Dr.(843) 842-6050colignydowntown.com

Forsythe Jewelers71 Lighthouse Rd. #311(843) 671-7070forsythejewelers.biz

Fresh Produce1 N. Forest Beach Dr.(843) 842-3410freshproduceclothes.com

The Goldsmith Shop3 Lagoon Rd.(843) 785-2538thegoldsmithshop.com

Hilton Head Shirt Company890 William Hilton Pkwy.(843) 686-5099

Island Fudge Shoppe52 Coligny Plaza


THE NEW CLASSICS

Village at Wexford1000 William Hilton Parkway800.252.6653

U.S. Pat. No. 7,007,507 • © 2015 Pandora Jewelry, LLC • All rights reserved • PANDORA.NET

HOW HILTON HEAD GOT ITS NAME

Many people here on a first visit make a

basic error in assuming that somehow the

name Hilton Head has to do with the

Hilton hotel chain. While the late ho-

tel magnate, Conrad Hilton, may

have been related to the man from

whom the name sprang, it is certain that he

was unaware of the Island’s existence during most of his lifetime.

Hilton Head gained its name from some notes on navigation made

by the British explorer and seaman, Capt. William Hilton, who

investigated the lower coast of South Carolina in 1665 for a group

of Barbadian planters who were interested in expanding their New

World holdings.

His sighting of a particular bluff or “headland” as a way of finding the

entrance to Port Royal Sound while still at sea was noted in his papers

and the name of that headland soon applied to the entire island.

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(843) 842-4280islandfudge.com

Island Quilters33 Office Park Rd.(843) 842-4500islandquilters.com

Island Winery12 Cardinal Rd., #A(843) 842-3141islandwinery.com

Jake’s Cargo232 S. Sea Pines Dr.(843) 671-5022saltydog.com

Jake’s Shore Thing50 Shelter Cove Ln.(843) 686-2330

Jamaican Me Crazy1 N. Forest Beach Dr., G-1(843) 785-9006

Main Street Village1500 Main St.(843) 681-2210mainstreetvillagehhi.com

Off Island Thrift4377 Bluffton Pkwy.(843) 815-7747offislandthrift.com

Outside Hilton Head50 Shelter Cove Ln.476 Mount Pelia Rd.(843) 686-0158

outsidehiltonhead.com

Salty Dog T-Shirt Factory232 S. Sea Pines Dr.(843) 842-633167 Arrow Rd.(843) 671-22321414 Fording Island Rd.(843) 837-5511saltydog.com

Shelter Cove Harbour1 Harbourside Ln.(843) 686-9098sheltercovehiltonhead.com

Shelter Cove Towne Centre40 Shelter Cove Ln.(843) 686-3090shetercovetownecentre.com

The Ship’s Store1 Shelter Cove Ln.(843) 842-7001

The Silver Garden32 Palmetto Bay Rd., #2a(407) 595-2119thesilvergarden.net

South Beach General Store232 S. Sea Pines Dr.(843) 671-6784

Spartina 44932 Calhoun St.(843) 815-9000200 Tanger Outlet Blvd.(912) 450-0449spartina449.com


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SAMANTHA CLAAR’S GULLAH LIVING(404) 966-3647 / gullahliving.com

Award winning artist “Painting the Stories” that celebrate the unique persona of the Gullah-Geechee way of life and their influence on what we typically describe as “Southern Culture.” Visit with the artist to appre-ciate the simplicity and harmony of a resilient people who continue to shape their destiny with faith and happiness. Original Paintings, Prints, Black Art Dolls, handcrafted Gullah jewelry in beads and metal-work - as well as the largest selection of Gullah Sweetgrass baskets and church fans in Savannah. Only 45 minutes from Hilton Head, also visit her Gullah Kitchen at The Village Craftsmen - 223 W. River St. Call for directions to her newest gallery location.

223 W. River St., Savannah

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[email protected]

April 30Salty Dog Burger Bonanza(843) 671-2233

April 30Palmetto Heart [email protected]

April 30-May 1The Art Market at Honey Horn(843) 689-6767

May:May 112th Annual Yacht Hop (843) 706-2296

May 4-29“Dirty Rotten Scoundrels”(843) 842-2787

May 5, 12, 19 & 26:Music and Taste at the Harbour(843) 785-6424

May 6Coastal Discovery Museum: Horseshoe Crabs: Living Fossils(843) 689-6767

May 7Salty Dog Derby Party(843) 671-2233

May 7Beer, Bacon & Music Festival

(843) 681-7273

May 7Bluffton Village [email protected]

May 8-9Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra – Brahms Symphony No. 1(843) 842-2055

May 14Salty Dog Birthday Bash(843) 671-2233

May 1420th Annual Rib Burnoff and Barbecue [email protected]

May 21Salty Dog Preakness Party(843) 671-2233

May 28Salty Dog Great American “Welcome to Summer” Cookout(843) 671-2233

May 28-29Hilton Head Art Fest and Craft Marketplace(561) 746-6615

May 29Hilton Head Choral Society’s “An Americana Celebration”(843) 341-3818

May 30Sandbox at the Stables (843) 842-7645

Calendar of Events



THE BARGAIN BOX / (843) 342-2469The Bargain Box is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3), not-for-profit organiza-tion that awards cash grants (over $13.9 million to date) and in-kind support to well over 50 Beaufort County charities and social agencies. Established in 1965 as a low-cost shopping alternative for Hilton Head Island residents and visitors, The Bargain Box maintains that tradition by offering gently used, donated goods at bargain prices.

546 William Hilton Pkwy., N-29 on map.

OFF ISLAND THRIFT, CANCER AWARENESS FOUNDATION (843) 815-7283, (843) 815-7747, (843) 815-7770,

(843) 815-4719Proceeds from all of these popular Bluffton thrift stores benefit cancer pat ients during chemo and radiation. At Off Island Thrift, check out over 100,000 articles of clothing priced under $5, as well as great deals on furniture, miscella neous house hold items and more. Off Island Thrift and Cancer Awareness Foundation has even more clothing and drasti cally reduced prices on fur niture. Over 46,000 square feet of bargains!

4375 Bluffton Pkwy., 4377 Bluffton Pkwy., 18 Plantation Park Dr. in Bluffton and 4373 Bluffton Pkwy., Mainland on map.

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Hours of OperationMonday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 1:00-4:00pm

Saturday | 9:15am-12:15pm

TheBargainBox Est. 1965

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Hilton Head’s Premier Thrift Store

A C T I V I T I E S1 Bicycle Billy’s

2 Coastal Discovery Museum

3 Dolphin Discoveries Nature Tours

4 Drifter

5 Gypsy

6 Hilton Head Bicycle Company

7 Kayak Hilton Head

8 Lawton Stables

9 Mike’s Bikes

10 Outside Hilton Head

11 Pau Hana & Flying Circus

12 Savannah Taste Experience

13 Segway of Savannah

14 Sundance Bike Rentals

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D I N I N G15 The Crazy Crab

16 It’s Greek To Me

17 Orange Leaf

18 Santa Fe Cafe

S H O P P I N G19 The Bargain Box

20 Blue Parrot

21 Del Sol

22 Off Island Thrift

23 Samantha Claar Gullah Living

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ACTIVITIES13 Bicycle Billy’s 81 Pope Ave.

(843) 785-7851

2 Coastal Discovery Museum70 Honey Horn Dr.(843) 689-6767

9 Dolphin Discoveries Nature Tours 11 Simmons Rd.Simmons Landing(843) 684-1911

11 Drifter232 S. Sea Pines Dr.(843) 363-2900

11 Gypsy232 S. Sea Pines Dr.(843) 363-2900

19 Hilton Head Bicycle Company

112 Arrow Rd.(843) 686-6888

9 Kayak Hilton Head 11 Simmons Rd.

(843) 684-1910

13 Lawton Stables190 Greenwood Dr.(843) 671-2586

13 Mike’s Bikes136 Beach City Rd.(843) 671-6453

3 Outside Hilton HeadShelter Cove Marina(843) 686-6996

15 Pau Hana & Flying Circus86 Helmsman Way(843) 686-2582

21 Savannah Taste Experience

118 Barnard St., #9412Savannah, GA(912) 221-4439

17 Segway of Savannah234 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.Savannah, GA(912) 233-3554

17 Sundance Bike Rentals13 Executive Park Rd.(843) 785-8737

DINING29 The Crazy Crab Harbour Town

149 Lighthouse Rd.(843) 363-2722

29 The Crazy Crab Jarvis Creek104 William Hilton Pkwy.(843) 681-5021

33 It’s Greek To Me11 Lagoon Rd.(843) 842-4033

33 Orange Leaf38 Shelter Cove Ln.(843) 689-5323

47 Santa Fe Cafe807 William Hilton Pkwy.(843) 785-3838

SHOPPING43 The Bargain Box

546 William Hilton Pkwy.(843) 342-2469

37 Blue Parrot1000 William Hilton Pkwy.(843) 785-9877

39 Del Sol1 N. Forest Beach Dr.(843) 842-6900

43 Off Island Thrift4375 Bluffton Pkwy.Bluffton, SC(843) 671-6453

39 Samantha ClaarGullah Living223 W. River St.Savannah, GA(404) 966-3647

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