Lafayette Travel

If you want to really dive into a truly memorable experience that tells the tale of Charleston's nature and history, then take a trip to the South Carolina Aquarium. There are more than a few photo-opportunities at this seaside attraction, like the excellent, panoramic views of the historic harbor where the Aquarium makes its home. You'll marvel at the displays that tell the stories of the area's natural regions such as the Coastal Plain, Mountain Forest, Piedmont and the Atlantic Coast. Also, you'll get to view an amazing collection of reptiles, birds and other creatures that are part of several interactive exhibits that the kids will never forget.

If your kids love to have fun in the sun, there's no better place to let them run wild than Folly Beach, affectionately known as "The Edge of America." This beautiful barrier island is a quick 15 minute drive from downtown Charleston and the Folly Beach County Park is located at the east end of the island. Showers, bathrooms and other conveniences are close by, and the sand, surf and sun of this popular stretch of beach will fast become one of your family's traditions whenever you're in Charleston.

Theatre 99 is a one-stop shop for great improvisational entertainment as well as a fine place to get a great deli-style meal. Enjoy a beer or a sandwich or anything else from the casual menu while the Have Nots, one of the area's more popular improvisational troupes, takes the stage to bring you some much-needed laughter to help you unwind over your meal and forget the stresses of the week. Various acts from the area as well as the region perform at Theatre 99, so make sure to check back regularly and come on back to get your fill of a great meal that also comes with a main course of improv.