Photos (clockwise from top left) Hilton Head Island; Lighthouse and Boating, Charleston > Sights to see: Take in the beachy vibes of the Atlantic Ocean or drive to nearby Murrells Inlet for the botanicals of Brookgreen Gardens. Things to do: Book a trip with Gullah Tours to see Catfish Row, the Sweetgrass Market and other notable points of interest, giving a unique glimpse into Lowcountry culture. Things to do: A huge floating playground, Shark Wake Park in North Myrtle Beach is an obstacle course and cable park for wakeboarding and water sports. Where to eat: Belly up to Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ for lip-smacking smoked meats, crusty-good catfish and melt-in-your-mouth ribs. 5 Where to eat: Myrtle Beach’s Hook & Barrel is a must for beachgoers dreaming of the ultimate seafood feast. Think towers of succulent crustaceans, briny oysters on the half shell, flaky corvina and tender shrimp. 4 98 MILeS HILTON HEAD ISLAND Unwind like Rucker on one of Hilton Head Island’s beaches—the grand finale of your “mountains to the sea” journey. "Hootie & the Blowfish started playing Hilton Head probably since ’86 or ’87. I’ve seen it grow into this great beach place." 99 MILeS CHARLESTON Now that you’re in Rucker’s hometown, devote a day (or more) to experiencing his Lowcountry favorites. "It’s such a small town but it’s also such a big city. You’ve got the beaches, you’ve got the history, the people—and the restaurants are second to none." Sights to see: Pedal the bicycle paths of Hilton Head Island for access to tucked away places like Fish Haul Creek Park, a remote 16-acre park marked by wetlands, a beach, salt marshes and a magical maritime forest. Things to do: Golf like Rucker by booking a tee time at one of his favorites: Harbour Town Golf Links at The Sea Pines Resort. Sights to see: Sightseeing cruises by Charleston Tours & Events offer sweeping perspectives of the Holy City, from the Battery’s gracious homes to the steeple-punctuated skyline to the majestic Arthur Ravenel Bridge. Where to eat: Head to The Old Oyster Factory where you can slurp fresh oysters while basking in the panoramic views of Broad Creek. 10
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