While visiting Charleston, we stopped in at The Black Dog General Store seeing as we have a black dog and had been to their store in Savannah a couple of months beforehand. I was chatting to Lewis (one of their staff members) and he recommended a few places to visit in and … [Read more...] about Review: Lost Dog Cafe, Folly Beach, South Carolina
Pet-Friendly Things To Do
15 Photos That Show Why We Loved Downtown Charleston, SC
Before we left on our 50 state road trip, we had tons of people tell us that we'd love Charleston, South Carolina. When we first arrived in the city, Shae and I stayed at a Hyatt Place in North Charleston. When nearing the hotel, we remarked to each other that Charleston … [Read more...] about 15 Photos That Show Why We Loved Downtown Charleston, SC
BBQ To Die For At Rodney Scott’s BBQ, Charleston SC
"I bet that's one of those hole in the wall places that doesn't look like much but which is amazing." That's what I said to Shae as we drove past Rodney Scott's BBQ in Charleston, South Carolina. The Airbnb we were staying at was around the corner, so we drove past Rodney … [Read more...] about BBQ To Die For At Rodney Scott’s BBQ, Charleston SC
Here’s Why The Kazoobie Kazoo Factory Doesn’t Blow
Happy National Kazoo Day! I know - we didn't know that was a thing either until a few days ago when we visited the Kazoobie Kazoo Factory, Museum & Gift Shop in Beaufort, South Carolina. A friend had recommended visiting the factory and, seeing as we love finding quirky … [Read more...] about Here’s Why The Kazoobie Kazoo Factory Doesn’t Blow
Review: Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center
After leaving Columbia SC, we made our way down to Charleston. We originally had a reservation at the Aloft Charleston Airport, but cancelled that as they'd recently had several bad reviews. Thankfully at that same time, Hyatt had a short-lived sale on Points + Cash rates … [Read more...] about Review: Hyatt Place Charleston Airport/Convention Center
Columbia SC: Things To Do, Places To Eat & Where To Stay
The first stop on our 5 year, 50 state road trip was Columbia, South Carolina. We visited in January 2018 during a cold snap when there were freezing temperatures on several days. That meant we didn't get to do as many outdoor activities as we might've liked. Having said … [Read more...] about Columbia SC: Things To Do, Places To Eat & Where To Stay
Review: Hampton Inn Columbia I-26/Harbison Blvd, SC
After checking out of the Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison and spending some time at Columbia Riverfront Park, we made our way to the Hampton Inn Columbia I-26/Harbison Blvd. We booked this stay using points; one of the other reasons we chose to stay at this hotel is because … [Read more...] about Review: Hampton Inn Columbia I-26/Harbison Blvd, SC
Hiking The Weston Lake Loop At Congaree National Park
Congaree National Park was one of the locations listed on our spreadsheet of places to visit in South Carolina before we'd even started our 50 state road trip. During our Columbia Canal walk, our guide Spencer also highly recommended visiting Congaree National Park, especially … [Read more...] about Hiking The Weston Lake Loop At Congaree National Park
A Free Ranger Walk At Columbia Canal, SC
He walked over looking cold and official. I asked if he was the Park Ranger scheduled to lead our Columbia Canal History Walk on Sunday, January 7, 2018. He confirmed that he was and that his name was Spencer. We waited a few more minutes for any other guests to join us but no … [Read more...] about A Free Ranger Walk At Columbia Canal, SC
Review: Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison, SC
The first stop on our 5 year, 50 state road trip was Columbia SC. We're on a tight $100 a day budget, so we figured we'd start off the trip below budget by booking a stay at the Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison using points (more on that later). Hyatt Places are one of my … [Read more...] about Review: Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison, SC