Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Hilton Head, SC
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Me and my friend are going to HHI for Spring Break the week of the 21st through the 27th. We got rained out last year and hope to be able to do more this time around. We need some info on the South Beach Club on the island. Also, if there are any girls 16-20 going that week please email us. -Chris,18/m
-- Christian McKinney (moosefactory7@yahoo.com) - Monday, March 8, 2004 at 10:36:24

Hello, I am a sophomore at Auburn University and a friend and I are moving to Hilton Head for the summer. We would appreciate any job opporunities or information about any resorts or restaurants hiring and places offering 3-month housing. We are so excited about the summer and would greatly appreciate your help. Thank you for your time. 
-- leslie wallace (Wallace-wallala@auburn.edu) - Sunday, December 7, 2003 at 23:31:33

My friends and I are 16-18 and want to know where we go to party (teen clubs or regular clubs) (nightlife).
-- Whitney Puckey (BananaRama135@hotmail.com) - Monday, October 6, 2003 at 21:42:54

My wife and I are visiting Hilton Head Island, ou of season, in early November 2003 - Is it too cold and therefore too late to see the Dolphins. Thanks Ian Box
-- Ian Box (ianbox1@aol.com) - Wednesday, September 10, 2003 at 14:01:20

My wife & I are planning our 1st trip to Hilton Head in a few weeks for our wedding anniversary. Looking for suggestions on good places, fun things to do. Would also like know what people think of the Westin Resort.
-- J Mac (jmac_afd@hotmail.com) - Sunday, August 3, 2003 at 22:26:44

My hushand and i want to renew our wedding vows while we are down there on vacation in july. is there is a justice of peace there to do it and what is their charge for it. we want to do it on the beach we will married 15 years. we want our 6 year grandson to see it. and also my grandson wants to do some crabbing while we are there. he loves crabs legs. hope to hear from you soon.
-- connie brock (brockcs@bellsouth.net) - Sunday, June 29, 2003 at 01:02:57

Dear Sir/Madam: We will be coming to HHI for our second trip. We have 4 year old b/g twins. Can you or anyone recommend any particular activities for them AND, MORE IMPORTANTLY, can you recommend a reputable, professional babysitting service? We will be staying at a condo near Coligny Plaza. Much obliged for any information. Thank you.
-- Michelle Dado (mdado@porterwright.com) - Tuesday, June 10, 2003 at 10:58:17

Our first trip to Hilton Head Island was May of 1994. We will never forget it! We stayed at HILTONHEAD BEACH & TENNIS Resort. Had a wonderful time. Easy walk to the beach, beautiful huge pool and from every balcony from every rental at buildings A B & C you had a view of the ocean. We have been back several times (each year) to visit the Island. As years go by and destinations change so have our wonderful experiences. This past March, we took the ferry boat at Daufuskie Island Embarcation(next to Hudson's) to Daufuskie Island. What a great day trip this was. A short trip from HH to Sav. is very memorable. Shuckers! River St. Great experience. We love the whole area.
-- Marilyn Giordano (me_me_14740@yahoo.com) - Wednesday, June 4, 2003 at 15:14:28

Seven of us will be staying in the Shipyard Resort. (Southwinds II)(feedback welcomed) This may not matter but we are African Americans and would sometimes like to find an R&B lounge where everyone dances! Our ages are 35 - 60 and looking to have a lot of fun, dance and laugh. I'm sure the Island can accomodate all but these specifics would make such a difference so that we not stay in our room the whole trip which is what happens when not sure where to go. Thanks. Robi. (rrj1@bellsouth.net)
-- roberta johnson (rrj1@bellsouth.net) - Monday, May 12, 2003 at 23:09:59

I think you should visit Hilton Head because it has some entertainment at Harbor Town and the Salty Dog Cafe and they have good food. If you like to fish, I have went crabbing and shark fishing. I am 9 years old and it is a great place for kids. The ocean is a blast!
-- Connor Reed (gdreed@fwi.com) - Wednesday, May 7, 2003 at 18:20:18From: Jim Jurgensen [jurgy2@yahoo.com]

My family is travelling to Hilton Head Island soon and I was wondering if there was a program where you are able to swim with the dolphins? If so, I would appreciate any information anyone has. Please e-mail me if you have any info. Thanks!
-- Jim Jurgensen (jurgy2@yahoo.com) - Saturday, May 3, 2003 at 16:55:14

As my birthday approaches, my friends and I are going back to HHI now as a yearly trek. Last year, we spent a glorious Memorial Week at Sea Pines. Having travelled a lot, I can tell you Sea Pines is definitely one of the most serene vacation spots I've ever been to! We had a villa across from Plantation Bay Center with an Ocean Course hole in our back yard. Fantastic place. Here are some memorable bullets. Our first night we toasted our first and last night's stay at The Salty Dog (good for drinks) and were welcomed by two male streakers. During our stay, We did Wild Wings (the best variety and quality in Wings anywhere, sit on the patio!), and Crazy Crab at Harbourtown (We would have been better off at a Red Lobster or ). The ladies of the crew recommend trying the Monkey Nut cocktail at the outside bar at Harbour Town. We partied at Club South Beach, across from Wild Wings. (Hip Hop, Rap, Club, Good vids, and effective drinks, Recommended place to lose it at.) We played Old South Golf Course, a challenging target golf type course with no boring holes and water to keep you awake. I recommend it as I also played Harbour Town. (I drank a 93 at OS and shot an 81 at HT) Great clubhouse, pro shop and restaurant at HT(go early and have the breakfast buffet, later do a Shrimp Po Boy!) Driving through last week, I stopped at the Smokehouse Bar and House of BBQ. (It might win/place at local cookoffs but I've had better) I will try Sticky Fingers this year. Sea Pines Beach Club has a great bar and an Oceanview BBQ on Friday night for a very casual, by the beach, fun dinner. I rediscovered bike riding at HHI. BYOB or rent one there. Overall, HHI is definitely a great vacation experience.
-- Monty Seidler (dcmirage@hotmail.com) - Friday, April 25, 2003 at 14:34:25

i would like to know if someone has some suggestions about some moderately priced Day Spas on the Island? Thank You
-- Peggy Bonn (mICROpEGGY@AOL.COM) - Tuesday, April 8, 2003 at 10:38:22

Need info on the Van der Meer tennis camp with accommodations at the crown hotel
-- jacquie van haelst (jacquiev@attbi.com) - Wednesday, March 19, 2003 at 10:25:33

We had a get together with high school friends at Wingo's Music Hall. David Wingo is a most excellent performer. The music was great and we danced the night away. Its the place to go when you come to Hilton Head.
-- Buzz Payne (buzz10@mindssprinng.com) - Monday, January 27, 2003 at 21:11:19

My family is traveling to Hilton Head Island soon and I was wondering if there was a program where you are able to swim with the dolphins? If so, I would appreciate any information anyone has. Please e-mail me within a week (by 7-12-02) if you have any info. Thanks!
-- JANE (MSHI MALA@NETNITCO.NET) - Monday, July 8, 2002 at 21:00:18

There is a house band that plays at Monkey Business and I am trying to find out their name so i can book them myself~I think part of the name is Imrov, The Improv?? Does anyone have any idea as to what band i am referring to?
-- Erin (eringunn@yahoo.com) - Saturday, July, 6, 2002 at 10:58:56

We are four college friends in our mid 30's going to hilton head south carolina in mid february. we are looking for good clubs to drink and socialize at, any sort of fun night life activities would be helpful. your suggestions are appreciated, thanks
-- patrick otoole (pjotoole@mintz.com) 1/28/2001

I am posting my comments to this site about our first vacation visit to H= HI. We vacationed the week of 20-25 July 1998, it was sure hot and very humid that week. We stayed at the Radisson Suite Resort which I would rate onl= y average at best, however it was more affordable than many of the accommodations at the various plantation resort areas. We had some relatives staying at the Carolina Club in Shipyard Plantation, which gave= us the opportunity to visit there many times during the week. Shipyard Plantation=92s facilities and grounds were beautiful. I can sympathize w= ith Joyce Mara who posted a comment to this travelogue on 5/18/98 and comment= ed about HHI being an island of "gated" communities. To a certain extent sh= e is correct. Unless you are staying in one of these "gated" communities, = own a condo or timeshare there, or are fortunate to be guests of someone vacationing there (as was our case), you do not get the chance to see maj= or portions of this beautiful island and I feel that can be most unfortunate. Here are some of the things we did that we enjoyed: 1) Went on a dolphin cruise out of Broad Creek Marina on the S.S. Pelican, which was very enjoyable. The captain related some very interesting history and information about areas and properties along the shore line. 2) As suggested many times on this travelogue we had dinner out one night at Fitzgerald=92s. The meal was excellent with very good service; 3) Watch= ing the fireworks at Shelter Cove on Tuesday evening; 4) Enjoyed riding bicycles one morning around the island near and on Shipyard Plantation; 5= ) For something to do off the island we did a day trip to Charleston, SC, t= o visit Magnolia Plantation and Gardens, and then did a visit to Fort Sumte= r (a very interesting Civil War era National Monument); 6) We also enjoyed = a round of miniature golf our last evening at Legendary Golf at 900 William Hilton Parkway. We had a very enjoyable week and would go back again to HHI, however I fe= el May or June may be better for less heat and humidity. Next time however,= I think we will try to make arrangements to stay in one of the "gated" communities. -- Alan Warminski , submitted 8/11/1998
-- Alan Warminski" (alan_warminski@email.msn.com) submitted 1/28/1999

My wife and I, and friends of ours returned from HHI 4/25/98, and had a pretty good time. We stayed at the PLanters Quarters at Port Royal Plantation, which was very very nice....& quiet! These timeshares are gold crown rated with RCI and are huge! Three bedrooms, three baths(jacuzzi's in two), living, dining, & sunrooms. This timeshare gives you access to the Westin Resort health club, and outdoor areas...very nice. Since were mainly golfers, we tried various golf course on or near the island.
We played at Port Royal (course condition not so good), Ocean course at Sea Pines (Tough, but fun..windy, alligators,water, and see the owner of "Home Depot" house on #16), Shipyard Plantation (older, fairways dry, greens ok), Old South Golf And C.C. (Good condition, very good for the $$, good greens) Our favorite was the Arthur Hills course at palmetto dunes. It was in unbelievable condition & the most fun to play with about twenty alligator sitings! But, very expensive ($110)
Overall, if you've been to Myrtle Beach, Northern Michigan, or Southern Pines (Pinehurst) the golf here is quite expensive. The average round is about $85-95. We've played nicer courses in Pinehurst in the fall (Aug.-Sept.)less than half the price.
Other things to try :HH Brewing Co., Dolphin cruise at Broadcreek, rent bicycles (great fun on the beach), trip to savannah...(oysters at Shuckers..ummmm!a must!) Had a nice week.....will probably go back some day.
-- Paul Gomez (paul.gomez@usa.net) submitted 1/28/1999

To: Hilton Head Travelogue BEGIN USER INPUT Once again, on April 15th, my wife and I left High Country of Vail, Colorado after another great ski year to escape what is know as "Mud Season" in Vail and go to Hilton Head where we stayed until our return at the end of May. I can't think of a better place to get a head start on sunshine and summer than at this very special and wonderful island just N. of Savannah, GA. It's got it all....great golf...beaches...restaurants.. tennis...bike trails and close proximity to both Savannah and Beaufort, SC which are oozing with Southern charm.

The new Cross Island Expressway was being built last year and is now open. For a buck, if you are going to Sea Pines, Shipyard or the Forest Beach area, you can save a little time during crowded times. Unfortunately, the speed limit is only 45 and the local cops are hiding and waiting to pounce if you go faster, so if you are staying at Palmetto Dunes or any other place from there back to the bridge, you would be probably be better off just staying on William Hilton Parkway. By the way...be careful driving on the Island. Route 278 (William Hilton Highway) is the "main drag" and although divided, you have folks going well over the 45 MPH speed limit and some older folks creeping along in their Lincoln Town Cars at 25MPH and hardly a day went by that I didn't see an accident. Drive defensively and don't let a fender bender ruin your vacation.

Here is an update of my previous comments for those who choose to read them. I must say that I have been amazed at the amount of E-Mail I have received from folks all over the USA and in one case...as far away as Great Britain from a lovely couple who live in London where he is a Dentist and she is a Industrial Psychologist. They ended up coming to HHI during the 1st two weeks we were there and, following my advice, they rented a house in Shipyard Plantation just down the street from our place there and we not only met, we played some tennis and had dinner together a couple of times. It's a small World. Meanwhile....on to the '98 update.....

Again....I would heartily suggest that anyone arriving on the island, pick up a copy of a free booklet called " Hilton Head Island RESTAURANTS." You can find it anywhere from shopping malls to super markets to condo rental offices. It will give you a listing of most of the restaurants on the island complete with their menus and prices not only alphabetically by name, but by category...i.e. Seafood, Continental, American, etc. There are probably at least 200 places to eat and they range from excellent to just plain awful. I'll try to help you find the right place for your tastes. At this point, I must comment that, in looking at some of the submissions to the Hilton Head Island Travelogue, there are obviously a wide variance in opinions of what is good and what is bad. While I can certainly enjoy casual dining in a simple place, my wife, who is a gourmet cook and I, who am a member of the famous international gourmet and wine society...the Chaine des Rotisseurs, appreciate fine dining and service on certain occasions. To start with...I suggest you read my comments on the best....and the worst places (obviously in my opinion) that I submitted last year. I went back to a number of the best places this year and even gave some of the other ones a second chance after reading some positive comments by other folks after my departure last year. Let's start with the GOOD places.

The OLD FORT PUB on Hilton Head Plantation still has great food....views at sunset... but the service has declined in my opinion. I took a party of 8 there for dinner there and was amazed that the white wine was served "room temperature" and it had to be placed in a bucket of ice before it was drinkable. The waitress, while very nice, was rarely to be seen during the evening. This was kind of sad since the place does have a lot going for it and maybe they need to increase their wait staff.

If you want the best in food and service and a great view isn't as important as the overall ambiance and the dining experience itself....then...NENO iL TOSCANO is the place. Located in the Festival Center next to the Publix super market (by the way, this Publix has the BEST Key Lime pies with a graham cracker crust I've ever eaten...if you are eating in.....Get Some!)....Neno's features...fabulous N. Italian cuisine.with entrees priced from $14 to about $20. Food this good in most major cities would be at least double in price and Neno's wine list is extensive and fairly priced. This elegant place is definitely not for the Shoneys, Fudruckers, Wild Wings, Big Bamboo crowd. If you go....tell Neno...you heard about it from Gerry from Vail. This Italian gentleman will make sure you have a great dining experience.

CQ's at Harbour Town is still very nice as is Cafe Europa. This year we had a waiter at Cafe Europa who, despite our mentioning that we would pass on an appetizer since we had come directly from having some drinks and appetizers on a yacht there at Harbour Town owned by some friends...he keep trying to push us into buying some of their appetizers. Maybe this was only an aberration and his aggressive manner was a product of his New York City upbringing (he made a point to tell us was where he was from). The good news is that the food arrived piping hot and was delicious.

While I'm talking about Harbour Town, I mentioned the entertainment at the Harbourside Cafe last year. Great place for Happy Hour. This year they featured an African-American trio that played some laid back steel drum reggae and on 3 other nights a week a talented female singer and flute player was accompanied by her keyboard playing male partner as they played a mixture of easy to listen to music. It's a great place to check out the fabulous yachts and watch the sun go down....but the food there is awful so go elsewhere. Speaking of Happy Hour places....several people mentioned the Salty Dog Cafe located in Sea Pines at the S. Seaport Marina....I'm sorry...I think their best product is selling tee shirts. Kind of like HHI's version of the world famous hamburger and tee shirt emporiums know as the Hard Rock Cafes.

TRUFFLES is still one of my favorites. Located at the Sea Pines Center...just about a mile down the road from Harbour Town...it offers great food in an eclectic setting at very reasonable prices and their desserts...like the "Mud Pie" are sinfully sensational.

The OLD OYSTER FACTORY continues to amaze me at the crowds it draws. It is a very attractive BIG place on Marshland Rd overlooking Broad Creek that offers a wide variety of moderately priced food. This year...one of my guests had to send his fish back...it was extremely overcooked...but the good news is that they graciously took it back and returned with one that was just right in no time at all. A funny thing happened there that I'll share with you. Upon arrival, we were told we would have about a 20 minute wait and that there was some entertainment and a bar on the dock out back. We went out there and soon discovered that there was something else out there that was not advertised....namely...the pesky little bugs that come out in the late afternoon and early evening called "No-See-ums." While they are so tiny you can hardly see them...they must be all mouths and they can bite real good. Everyone was scratching their heads and slapping their exposed body parts including the entertainers whom I felt sorry for. Once we were seated, we had a table at a window overlooking the dock and were entertained by watching the unsuspecting customers arrive on the dock and immediately start scratching and wondering what was attacking them. The Old Oyster Factory is an OK place....but not sensational.

Having read some comments from some folks praising some places I had panned a year ago....I foolishly decided to give two of them another look in '98. WILD WINGS was mentioned as a great place by some folks who vacationed there and I must admit that their chicken wings are excellent....however....the LOUD rock and roll music make them pretty hard to digest. I would suggest ordering carry-out if you must have them and pass on the smoke infested bar atmosphere and eat them at the place you are staying.

Another place that numerous folks have written in about was "The BIG BAMBOO" at Coligny Circle. I thought it was dark and dismal last year and it's WW II theme was a little "cutesy" and strange for a beach place...but I thought I'd give it another shot in '98. Sorry folks, its still DARK & DISMAL with really MEDIOCRE food from a confusing menu that offers a strange variety of things from their "War-Dog" to meatloaf and California veggie wraps. All the cutesy bamboo in the world couldn't make this place a good place to eat. This S. Forest beach hangout is the place to go if you think putting on a sleeve-less Tee shirt or a tank top is fine casual attire and the nachos at the ball park are gourmet food. You'll feel right at home with the other folks who love this place. Aaaaargh !

Another spot mentioned by a number of folks was AUNT CHILADAS on Pope Ave. Again...it is close to Coligny Circle and a lot of people who come to Hilton Head and find a reasonable place to stay in the S. Forest Beach area frequent it. The menu is a dead give away...in that it features both Mexican and Italian food. Huh!!!! The result is very average food at higher prices than the quality should suggest. The decor was a little strange and looked like it had been picked up at a garage sale somewhere. It featured a fake bird perched on a large ring but the bird was not at the bottom, but rather sitting cock-eyed at an angle part way up. We decided to try it the night we arrived and were soon joined by a bus tour group of senior citizens that had a "package deal dinner" there. Our young waitress, tried her best, but had the annoying habit of referring to everyone as "Guys"....as in..."Have you guys decided on what you want?.....How's the food Guys?.....Can I get you Guys anything else? " etc. It was kind of amusing to see here continue that line of banter with a long table full of blue haired 70 to 80 year old ladies next to us. I would bet the same crowd that loves Wild Wings and the absolutely horrible Big Bamboo thinks this is the greatest. That's the beauty of HHI....there's something there for everyone.

No....I didn't even think about giving HENRY's another try this year....it has taken about a year for my stomach to get over it last time so that was enough for me.

The CAFE @ WEXFORD is a cute little place that features reasonably priced french food and we enjoyed it last year. This year, we took a couple from Colorado that had come to visit us there on the Sunday that was Mother's Day and we surprised to see that they had not only reduced their menu that evening, but had cranked up the prices about 50% as well. Gouging the public is not the way to win friends and influence people.

We alternated eating out about 2/3's of the time with eating in at our place and once again found the wonderful seafood at great prices offered up by BARNACLE BILL's to be fabulous. Every day he gets in extremely fresh seafood at his stand on William Hilton Parkway between Palmetto Dunes and Port Royal on the W. side of the road (Shelter Cove side). We enjoyed Wahoo, fresh Salmon, jumbo Shrimp, Oysters, Blue Crabs, Tuna, and Sea Bass which was cooked and smoked on our grill and it was sensational. He can even get you live Maine Lobsters if you give him a day's notice. So...if you want to pick up a bottle of wine and enjoy some great seafood at your place there....go see Bill and be sure to tell him that Gerry from Vail told you to come see him. I guarantee he will treat you right.

ABE's Native Shrimp House is located not far from Barnacle Bill's as you head toward Shelter Cove and features a $10.95 "Early Bird" buffet. I had read about it in a golf magazine so we decided to try it. This African-American family has been there since 1968 and features down home cooking including fried fish, BBQ ribs, okra and chicken but..while the food is plentiful and filling...it is pretty heavy and not for someone who is trying to watch their weight. It was also pretty hot in there in May and their A/C is barely working so be forewarned. Interesting !

As for GOLF.....really no changes from last year in that I played a number of the courses both on and off island including the famous Harbour Town Golf Links and found all of them to be a lot of fun. Pick up the local paper....the "Island Packet" which is 25 cents and you can find advertised deals on golf in it. If you are staying at a condo or hotel resort, they often have deals on golf or packages available which will reduce your cost of playing. One new course I played this year was the Golden Bear Golf Course at Indigo Run Plantation a couple of times and enjoyed it. It features on board computerized screens on each golf cart that tell you how far you've hit your drive...how far it is to the green from anywhere on the course and the clubhouse has a monitor showing where every cart is on the course at all times. Very unique.

If you are into TENNIS....and are staying at a Plantation, you should check with the club there regarding their programs. At Shipyard Plantation, they had a round-robin doubles mixer every afternoon from 4 - 5:30 PM on the clay courts for only $10 per person with wine and beer afterwards. A great way to meet some other folks and have a lot of fun.

Again...if you need additional advice or suggestions send me an E-Mail and I'll do my best to get back to you. Hilton Head is a great place to spend your vacation and if you decide to go, I hope you love it as much as we do. All the Best...GERRY from VAIL. (gazman@colorado.net)
-- Gerry "A." Zimmerman (gazman@colorado.net) submitted 6/05/98

My wife and I and friends just returned from HHI (june 3, 1998). We had a wonderfull time. The island is a great place for families, very relaxing, and a huge beach. We stayed at the Disney Resort, a great place to stay. Disney also has it's own Beach House on the ocean in Palmetto Dunes. We really like the Hilton Head Diner, just below Shelter Cove Harbor. The food was great, breakfast, lunch or dinner. It has a huge menu and the service was fast. We also liked Guiseppi's, located in Shelter Cove Plaza. Great pizza and you must try a "weggie". There are several very good mini-golf places for children and adults. Had lots of fun there. We did some shopping at the factory outlets in Buffton on the mainland, just over the bridge. We took a dolphin cruise on a 20 foot patoon boat( holds 6 people) down the broad creek. We saw about 20 dolphins, some came right up to the boat. Our guide was great. We plan to make HHI our only place to go to the beach. Richard M. Smith, Lincolnton N.C. rsmith@tntie.com
-- Richard M. Smith (rsmith@tntie.com) submitted 6/4/1998

My wife and I just got back from our HH vacation (4/3/98 - 4/7/98). We had a GREAT time. We used many of the recommendations from submissions to this site, so we wanted to contribute our opinions as well. For accommodations, we stayed at the Hilton Head Beach and Tennis Resort, in an Ocean Front Villa. It was nice, clean, and inexpensive. Folly Beach is clean and quiet. Our only complaint is that we felt we were away from the real "action". Most of the cool places to go were about 5 miles down 278 towards Sea Pines and Coligny plaza. When we go again, we'll probably stay in Palmetto Dunes, or somewhere near Forest Beach. Those seem to be the best places for the 20-somethings. The food selections were great. Our favorites, in order, were Steamers, Makotos and Shuckers. Excellent service at them all and the ambiance (sp?) was very nice at Steamers and Makotos. Shuckers was a little out of the way and desolate. The Salty Dog was ok, but we were expecting something more. The location of SD is great and it seems to be a good hangout spot. The Wild Wing Cafe also probably is a happening place, but we went for lunch on a weekday, and it was just alright. I did like the different flavors of wings, though. We went to Coconuts Comedy Club and ordered gourmet pizza that they bring in from a pizza shop across the street (don't remember the name). It had to be the best gourmet pizza we've ever had. Try the Vegetarian. There is plenty of other things to do there; enough to be able to go back consistently and never have the exact same experience. We had a chance to go to the finals of the Family Circle Cup and had an awesome time. We'll be doing that again. Island Water Sports was very good for waverunners and parasailing. The employees were very friendly, yet professional. For a beach experience, we recommend Forest Beach. It had the most people on it. Make sure to go bike riding, its almost impossible to avoid it. We don't golf, but we enjoyed playing at several of the mini-golf places. We really like the The Pirates Island Adventure golf course. Oh yeah, and we enjoyed the Dolphin Cruise at Broadcreek Marina. We spent almost a whole day shopping at the outlets in Bluffton. Bluffton is across the bridge from HHI, but it is probably only a 15-20 minute car drive away from most places on the Island. We'll definitely be coming back to HH for years to come.
-- Derek Walker (dxwalker@mindspring.com) submitted 4/13/1998

March 20, 1998 Hi, My name is Bill and Hilton Head is awesome!!! I have been going there ever since I was 10 years old. I am now 23. Hilton Head has wonderful bike trails. They are very uncrowded and allow you to become part of nature. Some of my favorite restruants are Alexanders, the Oyster Factory, and Reilly's. My favorite hotel is the Westin Resort. Although the rooms are expensive, you can't beat the ocean view. The pool-side facilities are excellant. The Westin also has an outstanding seafood buffet 7 days a week. Fishing is great...My dad discovered that the best place to fish was in a lagoon on the golf course. Within minutes the bass started biting. As my mother would say, watch out for the Alligators. One day when she was taking out the trash, a dog rubbed its nose against my mother's leg and she screamed thinking it was an alligator. Thank goodness it wasn't an alligator!! If you are ever chased by an alligator, remember to run in a zigzag. If you like birds, Hilton Head has a ton of them. Well, I just wanted to tell you about some of the highlights. Hi...Mom and Dad! Take me back to Hilton Head!
-- Bill Diehl (Charles.Diehl@Murraystate.edu) submitted 3/22/1998

Hello! I lived in Hilton Head for the entire 1997 summer, on an internship program for Resort Recreation & Tourism Management. All the restaurants I have read about on here are awesome. Some of my faves were Hinchey's, especially for Wed. night $1 bottles, Brew Pub pizza is awesome, Wild Wing cafe luch buffet is the best ever, Big Apple Bagel has great sandwiches. Anywhere you can eat Alaskan Snow Crab Legs...take advantage of it! Seafood in Iowa just isn't the same. So, words of advice for vacationers...RR&TM activities at the resorts are good, worth the few bucks you pay for it, and your kids will have fun...ask the staffers to babysit if mom and dad want a night out, cuz the interns make squat. DO NOT take your children to RR&TM's Kid's Club. I headed that day camp all summer. The kids run wild, basically just swimming all day, they get a gross lunch, and it is so hot, with no access to air conditioning, that your kids will probably get sun poisoning. There have been a few GREAT kids there, though. Usually the vacationers... If you hit the WaterFun Park at Comfort Inn, Navid (operations manager there) is awesome, tell him HELLO for me! Krista Klockentager klockentager@wartburg.edu
-- eric allen (allene@ns.wartburg.edu) submitted 1/28/1998

Just came back from Christmas on Hilton Head, first time there. Stayed at the Hyatt which has nice ocean front rooms @holiday rates ($69). Golf: The golf courses (except in Seapines) are closed on Christmas but it seems to be an annual tradition for everyone to go out and walk them on xmas. It's lots of fun.
We liked the Arthur Hills and Fazio courses at Palmetto Dunes. Greens fees are very reasonable this time of year.... we paid $35 each including cart. We got discounts through the Hyatt and you can check the newspaper for other deals. We also played Robert Trent Jones @ Palmetto, Country Club at SHipyard and The Golden Bear.... these didn't compare in quality to the Fazio and Arthur Hills @ Palmetto.
Tennis: I went to the adult weekend Clinic at Van Der Meer. It was fun with nice people, but I think my money would have been better spent on private lessons and the adult drills in the afternoon. Van De Meer has covered courts which came in handy on rainy days. I played at Sea Pines also which is a nicer facility, but no covered courts and it's a pain paying to get into Sea Pines.
Restaurants: We truly enjoyed 211 PARK (great wine selection) and TRUFFLES (Sea Pines). Aunt Chilada's was ok as was Hilton Head Diner.... nothing great. STEAMERS looked good but too long a wait. Have fun.
-- Holly (hollys@maine.rr.com) submitted 1/4/1998

i started going to hh in '94 in 3 yr time back 5 times. i do not golf tennis or party. i do nature. nat'l geo does not have the dolphin encounters hh offers. hours of video--feeding on shore, doing seaworld tricks...not for hand-feeding or applause. hats off to islanders who recognize the need to keep nature's bounty free and unspoiled. my desire is to come to your bounty and spend the rest of my life trying to preserve it and let it teach our youth to preserve and share! comments submitted 12/26/97 most recent visit 10/08/97
-- RANDI A KENT (RAK@OVIS.NET) submitted 12/27/1997

We took a dolphin cruise with Captain Zodiac Cruises. It was great! Our captain, Jackie, was wonderful. She was very knowledgable about all of wildlife in the area. The boat was a small one (18 feet), which let us get really close to the action. At one time, the boat was completely surrounded by dolphins. We had a great time and would definitely do it again.
-- Stacey Muncie (MizMunce@aol.com) submitted 10/8/1997

Just got home last night. We (2adults 3 kids under 12) had a ball. we went on boat trip called The Holiday and loved the dolphins so much we rented our own 16 ft. Skiff from the broad creek marina and really got up close. we had great food we cant even pick out a favorite we went to Crazy Crab, Crazy Nicks, Gieusippis, The Hofbrauhaus, and Abes Native Shrimp House. Bike rentals are a must. We are going to try to come back next summer!
-- maria (marfu1@peakaccess.net) submitted 8/31/1997

Just returned from HHI, (8/17- 8/24); stayed at Shipyards Carolina Club in 3-br condo. Super facilities. Boat trip to Savannah fun, especially trolley ride, but grab a drink and use facilities before boarding trolley! Gastronomic low point of trip: Big Rocco's Italian (?) Restaurant. Didn't think anyone could screw up spaghetti. They did. Very forgettable place, hot, noisy, mediocre service and mostly inferior food. However, the HOFBRAUHAUS on Pope Avenue - WUNDERBAR! Excellent food (try the Schweinebraten), delightful German music by Bob, neat atmosphere and really nice people. Another superior meal at Nantucket Seafood House on New Orleans Road. Owner Jim Laferriere and waitress Kerry were most accommodating. Hilton Head Diner quite good, but so busy. Our first time at HHI, but we want to go back. Pat and Ellen Wright of Detroit area.
-- Pat Wright (wrightpe@oeonline.com) submitted 8/26/1997

Just came back from Hilton Head Island (8/2/97 - 8/8/97). My first time there. We stayed in Palmetto Dunes Resort in a great condo right on the beach. The facilities were beautiful. The tennis and golf were abundant. For people who like to shop, the outlet stores were everywhere. We took a day trip to Charleston and to Savannah. Both cities had alot of history with the civil war and the old restored homes and the large historic districts. Would definitely recommend Savannah. Should read the book "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" because it is a non-fiction book about old Savannah. It refers to actual houses and gardens etc that you can see on a tour. Restaurants that we went to were as follows : Old Oyster Factory - Great and saw Mark Messier- hockey player Wild Wings Cafe - a little loud but wonderful wings Brick Oven Pizza - Excellent for a light meal Little Venice - not good South Seaport (at Sea Pines) - great view and good food Will probably go back again --- Can't wait. Be sure to walk around Harbor Town and Sea Pines Plantation. We also took a dolphin cruise and the dolphins came right up to the boat. They did something really crazy, they so "strand feeding" in the marshes, they force little fishes to the edge of the marsh and "corral" them to land and eat them. It sounds bad but it was very interesting and it is rare for us to see but we did see it happen (during low tide).
-- Cindy (csieden@sbi.com) submitted 8/12/1997

We just returned from Hilton Head Island after spending four days there with my teenage son & husband. The island is very beautiful, but if you're a Northerner like us, you will find it too humid. If you can adapt, you should have a great time.
I recommend renting bikes because the bike paths are great and you can see some lovely homes, beautiful landscaping and many of the sites. We went on the dolphin cruise from Shelter Cove, and that was a fun experience enjoyed by all. Some great restaurants there: Go to Crabby Nick's and have Joey, the magician entertain you while eat.
Cracker Barrel has great pancakes and nice country atmosphere--recommend for breakfast. You have to get pizza one night at Gisueppe's. The owner is from Pittsburgh and has Pittsburgh memorabilia all around the restaurant...made us feel like home.
We drove to Savanah. Take a Grey Line excursion to get to know the city. They do a general tour for about 70 minutes around the town & you are free to access the trolley all day after that when you tour the city. If you like to shop, there's plenty to shop for on River Street.
For the women who are bored while their husbands are golfing (unless you golf too), there are great outlet malls all along the main highway. Bring that charge card!
Shelter Cove is a great place to bring the kids in the evening. Shannon Tanner entertains every evening & accompanies them on the kids' dolphin cruise too.
One place I don't think people know about but that has great sea food is the Captain's Seahouse off of Matthew's Drive. It looks like a dive but they have wonderful seafood & the tourists don't know about it. We found out about it from the locals. Try alligator tail there!
All in all, it was a fun time. Just don't like that humidity!
-- KathY Nega (knega@nb.net) submitted 7/27/97

We have been going to HHI for the past ten years and love to stay on South Forest Beach on an oceanfront villa. This spring we stayed at SeaSide Villas directly on the Ocean. If you go, request the one on the first floor with the great wooden rocking chairs!! Our most enjoyable moments were sipping coffee in the morning while rocking on the chairs and watching the sun come up!! We love the beach for bike riding - it's great for small kids since the sand is hard-packed and you can always stop to explore the starfish or jellyfish that wash up on shore. Even better is biking along side the dolphins as they feed offshore. We love to eat at Aunt Chiladas - just a short walk from the SeaSide Villas (#123). They have a great happy hour and we love to play the trivia game!! Looking forward to our visit next year.
-- kappmeyers (compuf@erols.com) submitted 7/1/97

My family and I just returned from our HH vacation. Let me just say that the island is absolutely incredible! I am already planning my return trip, although I have a feeling that I won't be able to go back for awhile.
Anyway, here are my suggestions. We stayed at a lovely condo/villa in Palmetto Dunes. The name of the place was the Huntington, and it was at the very end of the road that leads into Palmetto Dunes. This was a great location, just steps away from a beautiful pool, and a short (3 minute or so) walk through the forest preserve to the beach.
While this sounds not good, this walk was one of the highlights of the trip--we saw several deer, lizards, and all kinds of wild life along the path.
We rented through a company called "Properties in Paradise", I believe.
As far as activities, rent bikes! Riding on the beach is an incredible experience, although the crowded sections of beach can be hard to navigate!
As far as the beach goes, absolutely incredible doesn't begin to describe it! Although parts were crowded, all you have to do is walk a few steps in either direction, and you have the beach to yourself.
I was amazed at the differences in the tides--extremely broad beach at low tide (and most of the day), but at high tide, no beach at all!
We could even see dolphins from the beach, just incredible!
As far as dining goes--We ate at several good places.
While I Asked Gerry from Vail for his advice, I'm afraid that I'm going to recommend several places that he warned against (thanks though, Gerry, you were most helpful!)
Hilton Head Brewing Co. was good, and Jumpin' Phils was great, especially eating out on the patio.
I have to recommend The Big Bamboo simply because of its unique atmosphere, although it is dark and vaguely depressing inside! At least have a drink there to see for yourself.
Guiseppe's in the Plaza by Shelter Cove was fantastic--dont miss it if you like Italian! I also have word that Giovannis ( more upscale Italian) is also good--this according to other family members who ate there.
A word or two on Harbourtown and South Beach--be prepared for parking frustration if you go there! I literally searched fro 20 minutes for a parking space and never found one! There are shuttles that run fron just ibside the Sea Pines entrance--not sure if they cost, but it may be worth it! We ate at Quarterdeck in Harbourtown--the menu and food were just O.K., but the view from the back deck was fantastic!
For the kids, try the nightly entertainment at Shelter Cove--they were having a great time the night we were there. For adult nightlife, ours ran pretty much to drinking wine coolers on our screened in porch, thanks to almost nightly rain, but even that was just great.
Do pick up the several tourist publications available, they have several coupons and such for all kinds of things. And do go to Savannah! Even for a few hours, there is much to do and see--just take a Fodors guide and start walking! Especially if you are a Midnight fan, don't miss this city!
Have a great time, and dont hesitate to email me if you want more information, from an average tourist who had a fantastic time on the island!!
-- Tracey D. (tracey@lexpublib.org) submitted 6/23/1997

We visited HHI again this year (6/07/97 to 6/14/97) and had a bodacious time. The beaches are so very wide at low tide and bicycling is a must here. We especially enjoyed the restaurants Great Plains Cattle Company and Crabby Nick's (used to be Shoney's). We rented our great beach cruisers from Sand Cats (785-3210). I included the phone number because they dont seem to be to well advertized. We have a time share at HHI but dont even want to exchange. Just wish HHI would halt new construction of condos though it is becoming to to metopolized or perhaps has been for a while. Beyond that though HHI is a terrific place to vacate to. I enjoy the tennis here immensely. Golf is very prominent too but not my game. Check out Harbour Fest at Shelter Cove Harbour for music, eats, and fireworks on Tuesday night or perhaps Thursdays, better check first for exact days. You gotta come here and just have fun!
-- Chuck Small (chucksm@yadtel.net) submitted 6/20/1997

Gerry from Vail's...MISC HILTON HEAD INFO. If my coments on restaurants made you want to eat out every night while you are there....Great...but in the event you want to cook in I have a couple of suggestions. First, most of the supermarkets like Harris Teeters, Publix, etc. there have deli depts. and you can pick up a a great selection of items at a reasonable price. Being from a place hight in the Rockies...I was looking for seafood and found a real gem in BARNACLE BILL's. He's located on the main road (Rte 278) between Shelter Cove and Folly Beach Rd. just before Port Royal and is right next door to the outdoor Speedway Gas Station with the lowest gas prices on the island. His fresh seafood is phenominal and his prices are lower than the supermarkets. He has shrimp...Tuna...swordfish...crabs...and about every other kind of fresh fish you can think of. He gets in different stuff all the time. Tell him I sent you and he will take care of you. Suggestion.....if it rains and you are bummed out because you can't go to the beach there are some other things to do that are fun. They have a number of outlet Malls in the area if you are into shopping. Drive down to Savannah.....it is a beautiful old southern town that oozes charm. I would suggest taking one of the motorized trolley tours. They leave every 30 minutes from the Visitor's Center on MLK Blvd. on the W. side of town. Go down to River Street. There are a lot of real tourist traps there, but I found the SHRIMP FACTORY to be a very nice place to eat. The Pirates House is a classic tourist trap. Another place to consider is BEAUFORT, SC. IT is another historic old coastal city and several movies like Prince of Tides, The Big Chill, The Great Santini...were filmed there. A Final note....They will be "Renourishing" the beach at HHI this summer and they began in May up near Pt. Royal and will be moving along towards Sea Pines and pumping sand back onto the beach this summer. If they happen to be working where you are staying....don't despair, just jump in your car and go to another place. There are a number of public beaches on the island and the sea and sand are the same....right. Well that's it for now. All the Best, Gerry from Vail
-- Gerry from Vail (gazman@colorado.net) submitted 6/13/97

Recently, I sent in a note to the Hilton Head Island Travelogue following our return from an extended stay in April and May of 1997. (You can read it in the travelogue) Foolishly, I suppose I offered to give advice on the best RESTAURANTS...GOLF deals...and other items of interest on the island...but I wan't prepared for the onslaught of requests from all over the USA from a lot of nice folks. While I have tried to answer each request, it has become an awesome task so I will try to sumarize my opinions, advise and counsel at this time. While I realize it maty not be for everyone, I hope you will accept it as the "Straight Scoop" from a guy with on financial interests in answering your questions. If this doesn't work...then you can reach me at my E-mail address and I will try to help you. Thanks for your understanding... GERRY from VAIL.
By the way, I am a "young at heart 50ish guy...my long suffering wife is a gourmet cook...and I have eaten in csome of the best and worst restaurants all over the USA. I like to have fun...am an avid skier, golfer, tennis player and enjoy likfe to the fullest. Hilton Head is a GREAT place ! My coments which will be sent in seperately will deal with...GENERAL ADVICE....RESTAURANTS....GOLF....TENNIS... SIGHTSEEING and other misc. items. Hope you have a great vacation. All the Best.....GERRY
-- Gerry from Vail (gazman@colorado.net) submitted 6/13/97

Just returned on May 23rd to Vail, CO where I live after being at HHI for half of April and most of May, 1997. We rented a lovely 3 BR - 3 1/2 B house right on the golfcourse in one of the plantations there and really enjoyed the area. We ate out about 4 nights a week and a variety of restaurants and discovered some really good ones...some tourist rip off ones...and some that were just plain medicore. We cooked in about 3 nights a week since our place had a super outdoor grill and got some great FRESH seafood while we were there. We discovered a place called BARNACLE BILL's...which sells FRESH seafood and Bill's fish...shrimp..crabs...etc. was clearly the best on the island. There are some other places that sell seafood...but beware...some of it is frozen and not fresh and Bills prices are great and the fish is fabulous. He is located right on the main road (Hwy 278 - Hilton Pkwy) right next door to the Speedway gas station whicvh has the lowest price's on gas on the island. It is towards the bridge from Palmetto Dunes and Shelter Cove and on the Shelter Cove side of the road before you get to Folly field road. Tell Bill that GERRY from Colorado sent you and I'll bet he treats you right. If anyone is interested in the best restaurants and the ones to avoid...send me an E-Mail message and I'll get back to you. Looking at some of the comments posted here....some must be posted by people who are either kids or else they don't have a clue about what is good dining. Ex....Fuddruckers... come on...no my idea of gourmet food. If you send a message...let me know how old you are and the kind of food and atmosphere/prices you like.. so I'll have an idea what to suggest. All in all...HHI has something for everyone and is a great place to visit. P.S. I call give you some tips on how to get the best prices on greens fees and where to play if you are a golfer. All the Best... Gerry Z. gazman@colorado.net
-- Gerry Zimmerman (gazman@colorado.net) submitted 5/28/1997

We just returned from a fabulous week in Hilton Head Island. We have gone there over the past five years and had always stayed in a hotel (Crystal Sands) but this year because we were traveling with five of us, we decided to rent instead. A perfect choice. The weather the Week of May 2-11, was in the low 80's, the sun and the blue skies over the lagoons and ocean was incredible. We tried new restaurants, Quarterdeck in Sea Pines (great for sandwiches and light dining, overlooking the yatchs and water); Hudson's, (okay if you like seafood); the HH Diner for breakfast is great; Guiseppes for pizza, fab; we went mini golfing; my husband and son golfed; drive to Savannah for the day (only 45 minutes) - history and culture of the south - walk River Street; visit Shelter Cove at night, for live entertainment from 7.30p.m.Tues.-Sat. If you like steak and ribs we would recommend Damons, (Wexford), a magician comes to the table to entertain you. Great place to go every year, can't wait to return.
-- Marsha Fine (yu173439@yorku.ca) submitted 5/19/1997

after visiting hh for my first time in the summer of 1996, i was in love!! hilton head truly has it all!! sun, surf, friendly people and awesome sights! in my opinion: a must see: gregg russel (excellent family time) good food: crabby nick's (casual dining) must do: definitely watch the sunrise and sunset!! it is gorgeous!! i will be returning to hh upon my graduation in 1998!! i love it!! hilton head is #1 with me!!
-- JENNIFER/ COLUMBUS, OHIO submitted 5/19/97

I spent last summer in Hilton Head. I worked at MOSS CREEK It's a great place that any one would want to retire to. I also worked at the Timberland factory store. If you need a new par of shoes thats the place to go. Jane Hays is the manager. Very nice women if you go by tell her Tom said Hi. The EDDIE BOWER outlet is another can't miss Debbie Martin the manager is very friendly and will always make you smile. If you see her tell her i said hi also. If your looking for something to do during the day. The TIKI HUT is your best bet. The Pina coladas are great, and the live music keeps you in a good mood. Shelter Cove is a great place to visit also.
-- Tom Hillis (Th21297@appstate.com) submitted 4/17/97

Just returned from a March spring break to Hilton Head. Stayed at the Hilton Head Beach and Tennis Resort. Very reasonably priced -- $420 for six days; cute, small, efficiency apt-like room with bedroom, double bunks in hall and fold out bed. Liked it very much. Had great access to the beach; too cold for the pool, but it looked well maintained. Unbelievably quiet. Rented terrific new bikes from Sand Cats for just $18 each per week. Enjoyed riding along beach. If you have kids, check out Main Street Golf, especially if you have a tight budget. Best deal around. Calibogue trip to Savannah we regretted. Expensive place for husband and kids to nap. Should have driven. Only about 5 minutes worth of guide talk given. Wasted money. Enjoyed biking to Shelter Cove. If you go to Harbour Town or anywhere in Sea Pines, take lots of bug goo -- as somebody else wrote, don't know what they are, but they bite. Best thing was relaxing on beach. Buy beach paddles and ball, frisbee at Walmart and get tan. . . Went horseback riding inland and enjoyed that a lot too. $20 adults, $15 kids for an hour. Fun, fun, fun and lots of gators around.
-- John and Diane (jtmurphy@ccc.ysu.edu) submitted 4/10/1997

My family has been going to Hilton Head Island for the past 7 years. We have always stayed at Sea Pines Plantation at the Marriott's Monarch Resort. It is a beautiful place to vacation. This year (March 97) we bought a time share at Marriott's Grande Ocean Resort and it was beautiful. My twin sister,Megan, and my friend Kristin and I went with our parents and had the best time. We rode bikes all over the island swam in the ocean and just relaxed. The best place to eat we think is Jump and Phils, best place to meet guys is the grocery store by the Holiday Inn or on the beach by the Holiday Inn. Oh,we met this really cute guy at the Grande Ocean Resort when we stayed there he had a goat-t and a University of Miami hat,and his name is Andy,and we never really got to talk to him so we just want to say hey if you are reading this, we were the three girls in the Royal Tern building on the third floor who wore hats all the time.
-- Katie J submitted 4/4/97

We have gone to Hilton Head for three years during the summer. We have a timeshare at The Island Club. It is located directly on the beach. It is a very nice and relaxing place. Last year,unfortunately,we were chased out of Hilton Head by Hurricane Bertha(on my birthday). My parents were taking me out to dinner at The Old Fort Pub,but we never got there. We usually go to the Cracker Barrel, order Giuseppi's Pizza,Fudruckers(when we arrive for lunch),and Antonio's Italian Restaurant. We have been to Fitzgeralds,Carmen's, and Crabby Nick's also. We go minature golfing and I have always wanted to go on the Dolphin cruises. Hopefully this year, if we go,we will get to try out some new places. If you have any suggestions,just e-mail me.(if you are between the ages of 15-18 and male definately e-mail me)!! Bye!! From Jenn-15/f.
-- Jenn (sunbeams@hotmail.com) submitted 3/30/1997

Notes for HHI -
~ Italian - try Bella Italia in Port Royal Plaza. Great food / pizza and nice atmosphere.
~ Don't miss San Migeuls for mexican at the Shelter Cove harbor. Excellent food.
~ STAY AWAY from 211 Park!!! Mediocer food and snobby, impolite, horrible staff.
~ Good seafood at Harbortown - try The Crazy Crab (casual); Cafe Europa (nice)
~ Old Fort Pub on Hilton Head plantation is great. Nice view for lunch or dinner.
~ For TENNIS, Port Royal Racquet Club is the best. Play on GRASS, clay, or hard courts and meet a wpnderful and friendly staff. If you want a good tennis lesson, try Dana Landin at Port Royal racquet Club.
Have a great trip!
-- K.C. Schaefer (schaefer@wesnet.com) submitted 3/26/97

We have enjoyed vacationing at Hilton Head's Shipyard Plantation for several years now. We stay, and I would strongly reccommend, Beachwalk. It is just behind the Crystal Sands Resort about 150 yards to the beach. Prices are very ($795 for a three bdrm, 3.5 bath) cheap in the sport season (middle of August) and the weather and surf are still comparable to the heart of summer. Clean pool, free tennis, and golf discounts available. Villas are very secluded in a beautiful setting typical of Hilton Head. Don't miss the excellent seafood buffet at the crystal Sands Resort for under $20. Other eateries I would suggest are Shuckers for lunch, of course the Salty Dog for a casual night on the Calibogie Sound for margaritas and peel-and-eat shrimp, and a place called Steamers (beside the Holiday Inn). It seems like nobody knows about this place, but it is excellent-huge portions and very affordable.For golf either Shipyard Golf Club or go off the island to Rose Hill for about $23 for 18 and a cart. I would also suggest spending a day or at least part of a day in Savannah. Take in its old world charm, plenty of antique shops, and have lunch on the water at the Shrimp House. Oh, don't forget to pick up a caramel apple the size of a softball, maybe bigger, at the candy store on the water. I can't give away all of my secret spots, but hopefully these few tips will make your stay more enjoyable. Bye for now.
-- ANDY AND SHANNON ADOLPH (tadolph@uakron.edu) submitted 3/22/1997

My just returned from a week in the Charleston area attending our sons wedding. We enjoyed Boones Plantation, uss Yorktown, the carriage ride downtown. We did not enjoy our accomidations at the sea cabins at Isle of Palms. They neglected to tell us that there was daily maid service for an extra charge, clean towels were an extra charge and I have slept on a better matteress in a $29.95 motel room. We did enjoy the wedding, rehearsel dinner at Magnolia's and all the other tourist things that we did.We were there 2-18 to 2-25-97
-- Terry Barnhart (chieftb@vcn.com) submitted 3/11/1997

HI! MY FRIENDS AND I WERE IN HHI LAST YEAR FOR SPRING BREAK, AND HAD A GREAT TIME. WE WILL BE THERE AGAIN THIS YEAR FROM MAR 21-31, SO IF ANYONE IS LOOKING FOR PEOPLE THAT KNOW WHERE ALL THE HAPPENING PLACES ARE WRITE BACK TO ME, OR COME FIND US AT HINCHEY'S CHICAGO & BAR GRILL AT THE COLIGNEY PLAZA NEXT TO THE HOLIDAY INN OCEANFRONT.(3/6/97)
-- SCOTT, PAUL, GABE (SSTAMPFL@ENG.UTOLEDO.EDU) submitted 3/6/97

WE JUST RETURNED FROM HHI, 2/23/97, AS USUAL HAD A GREAT TIME, WE GO ABOUT 3 TIMES A YEAR. EACH TIME THERE WE NEVER MISS EATING AT SAN MIGUEL'S, ALL YOU CAN EAT FAJITA NIGHT-EXCELL. 211 PARK-EXCELLENT FOOD BUT OUR WAITER WAS TERRIBLE, A LETTER WILL BE SENT TO MGMT. CAFE BELFAIR (OFF HHI) TWENTY STAR!!!!!DON'T MISS IT.JUST PASTA IS FANTASTIC, EXCELL.FOOD! MR.BENSONS CHINESE ALL YOU CAN EAT AT THE MALL IS REALLY A GOOD DEAL HENRY'S NOT TOO GOOD, MISS IT!COMING FROM SANIBEL ISLAND TO HILTON HEAD WE CAN APPRECIATE THE BEAUTY AND PROTECTIVE ENVIRONMENT, HOPEFULLY IT WON'T BE OVERBUILT, I HAVE MIXED FEELINGS ABOUT THE NEW HIGHWAY CUTTUNG THROUGH, BUT THEN AGAIN I DON'T HAVE TO PUT UP WITH THE TRAFFIC. GOOD PIZZA ON MAIN STREET. BAKED GOODS AT COLIGNY BAKERY. SIGNE'S IS ALSO A GOOD CAFE WITH EXCELL.FRESH FOOD. SKILLETS IS GOOD, BEST GROCERY SHOPPING IS AT AT HARRIS TEETER.THIS TIME WE HAD GREAT SHELLING, FOUND TONS OF MINI SHARKEYES IN PERFECT CONDITION...REMEMBER DON'T TAKE LIVE SHELLS! DIDN'T QUITE MAKE IT INTO ABE'S, PERHAPS NEXT TRIP. ENJOY YOUR STAY AT HHI, WE ALWAYS DO AND WE CAN'T WAIT TO RETURN. AG 2/24/97
-- a.galante submitted 2/24/1997

Hi! i am a 12 year old that has had the great experince to explore the wonders of Hilton Head Island.we were traveling down to Orlando,Flordia. but we hade made reservations at Hilton Head for 3 days and 2 nights.Since this was 3 years ago I was 9 and my little sister was 2 and a half.We justed wanted to go to Disney World(like any other kid).I thought it would be boring and un intersting. but little did I know that I was just starting the begining of a family ritual .i had fun and loved the beach while my sister liked the starfish and sat in a little tidal pool of water.After thoese three wonderful days my parents did not want to leave! My dad wanted to show my mom time shares down there .But she refused too.so this left my dad a little disappointed.i mean having to leave a beautiful island and wondering if you will ever return. So after we got back from our trip,my dad decided to ook into buying a time share.His brother(my uncle0 had various time shares around the world).My dad chose Mariott's Grande Ocean Club Resort.(without a tour or seeing the looks of things!)so we have been going down to HHI for a while now and love.Our time share is right on the beach and there are 4 pools and 1 in the making!i love HHI and eveything there! i love eating at Land's End and the Westen which is a resort but has a excellent restaurnts.It is a buffet with Alaskin crab legs and salad bar soup and a 13 foot dessert table(my favorite!) The beach is not crowded like other beaches.There are not big tidal waves but there is enough to keep your boogie board going.i also went on a Dolphin Crusie which was really cool.Lastly,I hope you vist HHI and love as much as i do!
-- The Rosiak's ((none)) submitted 1/28/97

In the past four years we have vacationed at HHI and stayed at the Crowne Plaza Resort (formerly Crystal Sands), but this year we thought we would rent a villa in Evian, if possible. Could you send rental info or possible agencies to contact. We need to sleep 5. We have come down the last to March breaks, and the two summers prior. In March we found other than golf and tennis, you could not veg in the pool or the ocean. Weather was great (60s and low 70s) but not as nice as being in the hot summer time. More action and people and activities to do in the warm months. Also at the Crowne Plaze (which is a fabulous hotel) we found in March a lot of business conventions there and they took over the hotel more or less. Otherwise, a great holiday spot for young and old. My son roller blades and bikes all day long and my self and my daughter find plenty of shopping. The Southern hospitality is great. My husband got a hole-in-one in Shipyard's course and that was a bonus on last year's holiday. Golfing is expensive especially if you want to take a teenager with you. Las Vegas Golf & Tennis is a great place for golf and tennis bargains, and so is Players World. Guiseppe's great for salad and pizza. Up here in Toronto we look forward to a friendly visit to HHI in the very near future. It is only a short 17 hours drive down and it is such a beautiful drive. Any rental information would be appreciated. Thanks.
-- karen (yu173439@yorku.ca) submitted 1/27/97

1/7/97 - We have been visiting HHI during March and April for the past few years and always look forward to returning. We have enjoyed staying at the Adventure Inn in a nice room with a kitchenette for quite reasonable prices for being on the beach. Weather has been between 70 and 80 degrees F. Mostly we just hang out at the beach all day, walk the shoreline, and try a few restaurants during the week. Fratello's has fine Italian food, the Brew Co. had delicious, large portions, and of course... BEER. There are many places to rent bicycles if interested. We took a sunset ship ride to watch the dolphins. It's also only 30 minutes from Savannah, Georgia which is an extraordinary city to experience.
-- Charlie and Jenny Karpelenia (cbkarp@peoples.net) submitted 1/7/97

I went to Hilton Head a year and one-half ago for the first time; after four days there, I called a realtor because I knew I wanted a home there; bought the first house from the car phone on the way home to Maryland; have sold and bought again since then; just came back from Christmas '96 vacation there where temperatures were in seventies and even eighties one day; love the restaurants, especially Stellini's, Neno's, Brian's and Cafe Wexford; the new fine arts center is fabulous; so much to do day and night; new movie theatres now bring total up to about 20. Would be willing to talk with anybody about the place and where to stay; my place is presently rented, but I know others that are good. It's heaven on earth!!! 1/2/97
-- Robert L. Tingle (rtingle@skipjack.bluecrab.org) submitted 1/2/1997

Restaurants: Best meal with excellent food, good service and a cheerful atmosphere was Neno al Toscante. It's new so you need to call and get the number. It's worth the effort. La Maisonette is OK, but not great. Avoid Crabby Nick's; it's not too good.
Tour of Dunfanuske (sp?) Island: This is almost a scam and will get worse as the Island becomes more settled. I enjoyed the boat ride much more and suggest you just do that and not waste time of the Island.
Overall comments about Hilton Head: Good place to visit. First place I ever played golf with alligators on the course! Hard to drive there at night with no lighted streets. Will go back again.
-- Glen (Glen Lakes@AOL.com) submitted 12/12/96

I love Hilton Head Island. I've been ther twice int the last two years and i plan to keep going back. It is such a great atmosphere and a relaxing place to stay. I absolutely love it . It is so different than Ohio (which is where I'm from) There is so much more to do there. Sight seeing bike rides fishing the SAlty Dog Cafe. It has to be one of my favorite places in the U.S.
-- Jake Rotthoff (rotthofj@po6.odc.edu) submitted 11/4/96

After spending a week on Hilton Head (10/12-19th), we cannot wait to go back for another week. We stayed at a time share in Sea Pines Plantation. It is called Monarch by Marriott. The weather was absolutely great and the water temperature was in the high seventies. We took a boat trip on the Calibogue line to Savannah for a four hour tour of the old city and then a two hour bat trip back. A great value at $33 per adult. Try it you'll love it. The sea food is great, especially the shrimp. Try Nantucket Seafood. Two 1lb lobsters for $24 with all the fixings. Crazy Crab is touristy and expensive, but food is ok. Bike rentals are a must as there are many miles of paved bike trails throughout the plantations. Saw many alligators on our daily rides. We definitely will go again!! MSS
-- Michael S. Stowell (Stowellone@AOL.com) submitted 10/23/96

My wife & I just got back from our first stay at Hilton Head 10/12-10/19), and we both agree that it was one of the nicest places, if not THE nicest, that we'd ever stayed at, and we've traveled a lot! We stayed in Sea Pines, at South Beach, and we couldn't have picked a better spot. Our villa overlooked the water, where the Atlantic and the Sound (?) met. Deer walked by our porch in the morning, and every day we watched the dolphins swim and play. Sundowns were beautiful, whether watched from our deck, while riding bikes on the beach, or having a drink outside at the Quarterdeck.
Some thoughts for future "first-timers":
- Have dinner at least one night at the Big Bamboo. Best grouper sandwich I've ever had, and really unique atmosphere.
- Rent (our bring your own) bikes while you're there. Leisure trails go everywhere, are well maintained, and easy to use. No place, at least within Sea Pines, is too far by bike. Be sure to ride on the beach, too!
- We brought some "dressy clothes", but they never got used. Shorts and t-shirts during the day, throw on a sweatshirt at night.
- Take a day trip to Savannah. Have lunch at the Tango Cafe on River St. Great shrimp!
- Kick back, have a drink, and listen to the music at the Salty Dog (I think it must be a law that you also buy something from their shirt shop).
- Reilly's has Guinness on tap!
- The Hilton Head Brewing Co.'s own stout is very good. My wife preferred the amber ale.
- Bring bug spray ("Pest Off" seemed to be the locals favorite). I don't know what they are, but they bite!
- Have fun, relax, and enjoy!
-- Tim Schurtter (tsch@loc.gov) submitted 10/21/96

Best tennis is at VanderMeer. If you like German food try the Hofbrauhaus.
-- Anonymous submitted 9/16/96

Had another wonderful time during easter weekend of '96. Too bad I was only there for the weekend. Sometimes college sucks when you're forced to leave HH for classes. Anyway, I think I packed two weeks of fun into three days. The weather was fantastic (as if I could have expected anything else), and the new Ocean Course really showed its teeth. The redesign was great Mark!! Truffles in Sea Pines Center is still one of the best! Some of the bike paths have been resurfaced and everything was as beautiful as ever. Thanks to everybody that participated in the Great Beach Party that weekend. Hey everybody in Cincy, Chicago, Atlanta, and NY. Can't wait to go back soon!!
-- Patrick Bresonis (Patrick.T.Bresonis@Vanderbilt.Edu) submitted 9/12/96

Hi, my girlfriends and I are back from HH (8/29-9/2). We had the best time. Action Sports took us on a great tour on waverunners. The Island is absolutely beautiful and the people are so nice. We managed to find the crowd bet. 25-35 every night for some dancing and mingling. Thursday night at Kat Man Du is the best. Crazy Nick had some great seafood and clam chowder. Can wait to go back.
-- Rose (Wong@panix.com) submitted 9/3/96

Over the past 2 years, my wife and I have traveled all the way from our home in Tokyo to relax on the spectacular island of Hilton Head. This year, we especially enjoyed an excellent dinner at Abes Shrimp House. The "Smothered Shrimp and Crabmeat" special was exceptionally savory! We also had a nice time sailing out on the catamaran, "Flying Circus." It is quite large and since the number of passengers is limited to 6, there is plenty of space to stretch out enjoy the scenery. Viewing the dolphins was an additional pleasure, but please do not participate in the growing number of tours that go out and throw food at these dolphins in order to attract them to the boats. It is not only against the law to feed these amazing creatures, it creates a situation where the dolphins start to rely on these tours for their survival. Hilton Head Island, its lovely surroundings, and the creatures that share this area do not deserve or need this type of exploitation.
-- Michael Hassett (Asiaman@gol.com) submitted 8/30/96
Editor's Note: Thank you for stating so eloquently the need for all of us to be responsible in our interactions with our environment.

Follow up from my earlier note... H2 is wonderful. My family went for the first time and returned two days ago. Spectacular weather!!! Great golf courses include Hilton Head National and the Cupp course at Palmetto Hall. The Ocean course at Sea Pines was nice, though not great. Finally the RTJ course at Palmetto Dunes makes my driveway look like a PGA caliber track (RTJ is HORRIBLE!!!!). The Castaways and the Oyster factory were both terrific and the Hilton Head Brewery was good. We can't wait till next year!!!
-- Adam R. Saslow (saslow.adam@epamail.epa.gov) submitted 8/26/96

Visted HH fro teh first time in July of '96. Recommendations:
Shannon Tanner- Shelter Cove Harbour almost every night - great sing-along for kids and adults
Shuckers - Good food - be sure to check out Big George's crab races on Wed. nights- fun for all ages
HH Brewing - Fun atmosphere - try the rasberry wheat
Hudsons - Great oysters, pretty view from dining room
Wild Wings - Best selection of wing flavors and beers I've ever seen. If you like'm hot, get at least the China Syndrome sauce
Harbour Town - Nice shops but too rich for my blood
The two best things about our stay were the beautiful beaches and the freindly people. If only we could control the weather!
-- Andy Smith (andysmth@on-ramp.net) submitted 7/30/96

I am a 21 year old college student who has been to Hilton Head Island at least 22 times. It is a great place to go. There are so many activities, but I'll only tell you a few due to space. I enjoy the Murder Mystery Cruise. It doesn't begin operating until mid June. There are two on the island one departs from Shelter Cove and other from Harbour Town. It is exciting solve a mystery, if you can go on fireworks night it is an added treat. For the younger crowd I suggest Coconuts Comedy Club (you have to be 18). If money isn't a problem I also suggest chartering a boat to go night shark fishing out of South Beach Marina. Shuckers is a fun place to hang out when there are hermit crab races. The beast beach for the young crowd is the Holiday Inn. If you need any more information or suggestions don't hesitate to email me. I could chat about Hilton Head for hours.
-- Megan McCarl (pqcd@grove.iup.edu) submitted 7/14/96

I have been going to Hilton Head ever since I was about 3 or 4. I have always enjoyed it. I am 15. We have stayed at BEACH AND TENNIS RESORT many many times. I like it a lot. It is very nice. If you have any specific questions about it I will be glad to answer them. If you have any children it is great because at the pool area they have activities for kids. Let me think of some places you can go. We ALWAYS go see Greg Russell at Sea Pines. He is great for kids. There are a lot of teenagers down there, so it is fun for me too. I could tell you a lot of things that we like to do down there, but I don't want to waste so much room, so if you would like to know more, or have any questions that I might know the answer to just E- Mail me. I hope I spelled everything right!
-- Mary Stevenson (JCSTEVENSON@SunBelt.Net) submitted 7/3/96

We visited Hilton Head last (1995) and loved it. We plan to return in July, 1996 and will stay again at the Shipyard. One of our pleasures was riding bikes everywhere. Be sure to rent them ahead for the week. Restaurants we liked were the Wild Wing (very casual & laid back) - very good wings & salads; Crazy Crab was excellent; Fuddruckers had great hamburgers (our teens enjoyed it). Does anyone know anything about the Savannah Trip by ferry? We would like to try it this year. Thanks, The Schmidts.
-- The Schmidts (mschmidt@pitt.edu) submitted 5/10/96

My family and I have been vacationing at Hilton Head every summer since I was a little girl. We enjoyed staying at the Marriott for many years in Shipyard Plantation, but it has changed over to the Crystal Sands within the last few years. I still think it is the most beautiful stretch of beach on the island. Some of our favorite restaurants include: The Crazy Crab at Harbour Town, The Old Fort Pub on Hilton Head Plantation, Alexander's on Palmetto Dunes (a great deal if you catch the early bird special from 5-6) and last of all Hudson's. Another family tradition of ours is the 4th of July at Harbour Town. It is a perfect setting for the fireworks and Greg Russell is sure to entertain kids of all ages !!!
-- Karen M. Broce (fbroce@atlanta.com)

I recently moved to Hilton Head and I love it! As a golfer, I have found so many great courses to play and one excellent golf school--The Golf Academy of Hilton Head at Sea Pines. I took their Four Day Golf School which included a round of golf on Harbour Town Golf Course in Sea Pines. The Practice facility is in Sea Pines and was beautiful. The Golf Academy of Hilton Head at Sea Pines has got it together!
-- Thomas Layer (golf@hargray.com)

We spent a wonderful week in Sea Pines during March, and can't wait for next year. Cycling is our favourite pas- time, as well as quiet walks in the Forest Preserve. We enjoyed a marvellous dinner at Fitzgeralds on South Forest Beach Road, but the favourite has to be the Harbourside Cafe in Harbourtown - even with the aggressive birds!
-- Tony Keith (numquam@msn.com)

Today is April 2, 1996, and we have been back from Hilton Head for three days. It was our first visit there and a wonderful experience. The golf courses were beautiful and well-maintained (even though they were quite wet) and the 'gators on the course were complacent. Our favorite courses were Island West and Rose Hill. As for restaurants, The Oyster Factory and Brian's are not to be missed, they were excellent! We are definitely planning a return!
-- Barbara Gaumond (gaumond@process.com)

Since the mid 80's I have attended the Family Circle. I have had the I have met the professional players, received autographs, and taken photos. I have made new friends whom I meet each year. I enjoy eating at C.J.'s and Cafe Europa.
-- Bernie Scolaro

We have come to Hilton Head for about ten years now, and are planning to retire there. We usually rent a condo in Shipyard and play tennis at Shipyard Racquet Club. We are avid tennis fans and usually take in the Family Circle Cup tournament. Our favorite places to eat include: John Braddock's Seafood House (including The Salty Dog Cafe), Hudson's, Just Pasta and The Old Oyster Factory. All have great food and great service! The atmosphere on the island is the most relaxing we've ever known and we are looking forward to doing the "snow bird thing" there when we retire from Michigan's cold winters!
-- Lee & Elaina Morey (tennisel@iserv.net)

My wife and I lived on Hilton Head for about four years, all of which I spent teaching tennis at the Port Royal Racquet Club by the Westin hotel. I guess I am a little biased but I think Port Royal is the nicest place to play. If you love tennis and would like to play on grass courts, stop by Port Royal and give it a try. If you stop by the club, say hi to Dana Landin (a great head pro), and Denny and Tanda Bianco (Director). Tell them I said hi. Enjoy your time on the Island, it is beautiful!!
-- Tim Hauge (thauge@dataex.com) submitted 3/4/96

My wife and I have been visiting HHI since 1984 and plan on returning as often as possible. What a fantastic place! We travel a great deal and have seen many gorgeous places but without a doubt HHI ranks near the top. I could go on forever but I'll get to the point of recommending a few things to do and places to eat. Our favorite restaurant that we've ever been to period is Cafe Europa in Harbor Town. You can spend more and you can be more pretentious, but you will be hard pressed to find better food, service, or views in North America. For the ultimate in peaceful calorie burning (not an oxymoron) activities take a kayak tour of Pinckney Island just behind/beside HHI, preferably at sunset as we did. And finally for the ultimate free activity, walk along the miles of wide, flat, beautiful beaches that HHI offers. If you do visit HHI, please take care and leave it as you found it. We have enough Myrtle Beaches but very few HHIs.
-- Walter Bowen (wbowen@atsmail.att.com) submitted 2/27/96

We have held our family reunion on Hilton Head for the last three years and are planning a fourth visit this summer, 1995 We have 14 family members renting one big house. It's great that we can find such wonderful accomodations every year. There's something for everyone to do..biking, swimming, shopping, and lots of dining. Our favorite spot is the Crazy Crab. We like the atmosphere at the HarbourTown location, but the wait is really, really long. So we go to the one at the other end of the island (on 278, right before the bridge to the mainland). Has anyone ever attended the "Murder at the Mansion" mystery at the Barony clubhouse? I'd be interested in some opinions. It's usually held on Tuesday nites. Also, does anyone have information about transportation to the Savannah airport? Are there any buses or limos that go there?
-- Susan Silver (ssilver@dudley.lib.usf.edu) submitted 2/21/96

My family and I have been visiting Hilton Head every April for the past 9 years. We absolutely love it. We are big into tennis and especially golf. Play mostly at Shipyard and Palmetto. Favorite casual eating is Damon's. Our kids love the beach, and yes, they're allowed on the golf courses (even though they are only 6 and 3 respectively) Looking for a good game of men's singles or doubles (USTA rating of 5.5) from April 7-19. Please contact me at nick_wolff@stkamer.stortek.com if you are interested. Anyone have any good ideas for the kids other than the beach....ie. places to entertain them during the day or early evening? Look forward to hearing from you.
-- Nick Wolff (nick_wolff@stkamer.stortek.com) submitted 2/15/96

Hi again. Just would like to throw in a few more of my favorites. Most uncrowded bike paths=the south beach to harbour town connection. Most scenic=see above (winds through harbour town golf links). Best mexican=Aunt Chiladas. Best Overall place to stay=Sea Pines (e-mail me for specific recommendations). Night life for people my age (15-18)=e-mail me for what I can really tell you, but Harbour Town and Holiday Inn are always fun and full of people. Have we met before????=drop me a line if you know me. I've been there every year over Easter for 18 yrs. Can't wait to go back either!!!!
-- Patrick Bresonis (Bresonpt@ctrvax.vanderbilt.edu)

Just got back from a great week on Hilton Head Island. The best place we found for "happy hour" was at Margarettas in the shopping plaza next to Wexford. The prices were very reasonable and Starr behind the bar had lots of good recomendations on places to go and things to see. Managed by Kim and Chris, its a small friendly place. Our server was Kelly, Kim's sister. The portions were, well, large. The truth is I could not finish. We all had a take home "swan" full of great mexican food for a future lunch. Golfing was good for this time of year. Favorite course was a toss up between Old South and Island West. Look forward to a return visit.
-- Ed Wyks (ewyks@innolog.com)

A place where kids and adults can have fun is the Island Putt and Drive. The kids can have fun by the playhouse. It is a little Discovery Zone inside. There is a driving range for adults and a putt-putt course. It is fun and exciting The Discovery Zone also has video games. The Island Putt and Drive is located on Folly Field Road. The phone number is 842-9990 and the hours are from 9 am to 9 pm. You'll have a great time!
-- Hilton Head Island Elementary Students (bfox@hargray.com)

Hilton Head is by far my favorite vacation spot for fun in the sun. While there, check out the power boats and jetskis down at Harbor Town, and stop by the Quarterdeck for a little reggae on Wednesday happy hour. If you are looking for a romantic dinner interlude, try Harbormaster's at Shelter Cove, or for a casual seafood experience try Scotty's at Shelter Cove. If you're young like me, sat away from Big Rocco's for nightlife, stick to the Brew Company, Big Dog's Cafe or Zack's. Don't forget Remy's or Shag's for the really late night drinking fests, or really early morning for that matter. A great casual place to go is Wild Wing Cafe, great beer, wings, music and people. I have plenty more great tips for those in their twenties/early thirties to do!!! I'd be happy to hear from anyone who would like to update me, or hear some more suggestions!
-- Patricia Ryan (paryan@eden.rutgers.edu)

Well, I'm only eighteen but I've been to Hilton Head every year of my life!! My parents and younger siblings are there right in October even though we usually go over Easter. This is the first time they have been in the fall and they say that it is still as beautiful (except the azaelas aren't in bloom). I'm sure they will be back for the two weeks surrounding Easter and I hope that the people here at Vanderbilt in Nashville don't mind me taking off for a few days to visit my favorite spot on earth (and my family too I guess). Recommendations include: best golf = the new Ocean Course at Sea Pines, best tennis (least crowded) = Van Der Meer, longest wait for good seafood = Shuckers, best food with reservation = CQ's at Harbour Town, best party = Heritage Week at Harbour Town, best accomodations = anywhere near the ocean on Sea Pines, don't miss = live Heritage and/or Family Circle. More will follow in later days. Bye.
-- Patrick Bresonis (Bresonpt@ctrvax.vanderbilt.edu)

i love the area and find no shortage of things to do. favorite restaurants.... best hamburger: boathouse at salty fare marina... best sunset: quaterdeck in harbor towne... best fine dining: stoddard room on daufuskie island... best italian: cafe primo... most romantic spot: spring island.... best cold beer: hilton head brewing comp.. most over rated: haig pt.... must miss: alexander's.. best shrimp: abe's... have a great time and email me with your favorites! thanks!
-- a.axelberg (nmep66a@prodigy.com)

From age 9-18 my family and I spent a week or two on Hilton Head Island. It is a beautiful, fun place. I haven't been there for about 10 years but hope to take my own family there soon! I have fond memories of searching for sand dollars, shrimping, crabbing, taking walks on the beach and getting to watch the giant sea turtles lay their eggs. For all but one year we stayed in Sea Pines. Dining was great there, too....Ballard's Shrimp House, Hudson's, Hofbrahaus, etc. If anyone reads this and would like to update me on what's still there and what's new, please e-mail me at cjacobso@crom.jjc.cc.il.us.
-- Cindy Jacobson (cjacobso@crom.jjc.cc.il.us)

My husband and I were fortunate to be able to spend a week in Hilton Head this summer. This was our first visit. We were absolutely amazed at the beautiful, smooth, wide beaches Hilton Head offers. One evening, we took a walk on the beach, and to our delight their happened to be a full moon-What a sight. The moon lit up the water and the beach with a dazzling brilliance.
When dining in Hilton Head, I suggest you go to Truffles restaurant in Sea Pines, where they serve great food and lots of it. For dessert, try the Blondie(warning: it feeds 2)- it is sinful.After such a great trip we are planning a mini-golf vacation in the fall. I can hardly wait.
-- Joey Dunphy (cjoe@ix.netcom.com)

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