Blogs from Kiawah Island, South Carolina, United States, North America

Leaving New Orleans on Thursday morning, we knew we had a long day of driving ahead, but we were determined to make it to South Carolina for the awarding of class rings at The Citadel. One of Andrew's closest and oldest friends, Brad, will graduate next Spring, and we didn't want to miss this milestone. Further, we were eager to see Brad's family. Brad, his parents and sister are among our closest family friends, and we always enjoy our time with them. And due to our friendship with them, Kiawah Island has become a very special place for us, one where we have shared many good times with Vicki and our friends. We headed East on I-10, crossed through the Gulf Coast portions of Mississippi and Alabama, then settled in for the long transit of Florida, ... read more

Where do weary travelers go for rest and relaxation? Kiawah Island, South Carolina. For a few days in May, Alan and I are resting our itchy travel feet - no excursions, museums, cultural events or ports in exotic locations - just time on an island with a wide, sandy beach that’s perfect for taking long walks. This is Alan’s first time at an East Coast beach. Although he misses the lively wave action of the Pacific coast, he’s loving long walks on the hard-packed sand. I’m happy that Kiawah is still the understated, quiet retreat filled with nature that I remember. One morning, we watched an alligator glide soundlessly on a pond while we sipped our coffee. Besides taking walks and dodging alligators, we’re riding bikes on paths that wind through oak alleys to boardwalks that ... read more