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Weddings

Planning a Destination Wedding on Hilton Head Island

Congratulations! You’ve said yes, popped the champagne, and celebrated with your loved ones — now what? It’s time to start planning your wedding! Starting to plan the happiest day of your life is an exciting endeavor, and Hilton Head Island is the perfect setting for your dream destination wedding. Whether you’ve been picturing your special day for years or don’t know where to start, we have all the planning tips and tricks you need to ensure every detail is covered as you bring your wedding day to life.

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Hilton Head Island Once Again Named America's Favorite Island®

Have you heard the exciting news? Condé Nast Traveler has (once again) named Hilton Head Island as America’s Favorite Island®! This is the fifth year in a row we’ve accepted this honor. That’s right, number five! Of course, if you’ve ever spent time on Hilton Head Island, you already know that the Lowcountry is a special place, and we’re happy that so many people feel the same way.

This isn’t the first time Condé Nast Traveler has had wonderful things to say about Hilton Head Island. Over the years, they’ve shared our stories and beauty with their readers — and we thought it would be fun to highlight some of the best things they’ve said with you. So we’ve rounded up a few of our favorite mentions from the last few years right here. Take a look at what one of the world’s definitive voices in travel has to say about Hilton Head Island.

Golf

What You Won't See at the RBC Heritage - Unless You Go!

The crew from the Golf Channel and CBS love coming to Hilton Head for the RBC Heritage, especially after the crucible of Augusta National the week before. Some of the crew actually take a break here BEFORE they go to Augusta, then can’t wait to get back to the vibe of Sea Pines and our Island home.

Outdoor

Staying Mindful of Our Impact: Sustainable Practices on Hilton Head Island

Did you know Hilton Head Island was America’s first eco-planned community? That our commitment to developing tree cover has been continuously recognized by Tree City, USA, for over 20 years? Plus, America’s Favorite Island® is proudly the first public Audubon International Sustainable Community in South Carolina. As stewards of the Lowcountry’s rich biodiversity, we’re proud of our ongoing eco-conscious efforts, but we know there is still much more to do. April 22, 2023, marks the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day, and we’re reflecting on our preservation commitments while looking toward the future. Every year, we strive for new ways to grow our sustainable practices, build environmental awareness, and advocate for our wildlife. Right now, protecting our world is more important than ever, and we continue to encourage mindful travel and living practices that help reduce carbon footprints and keep our earth flourishing.

Outdoor

Hilton Head Island Recognized as One of the 'Best Bicycling Communities' in the United States!

Hilton Head Island has been recognized as one of the top 25 bicycle-friendly communities in the United States and one of 39 to achieve “Gold-Level” status for its commitment to being a bicycle friendly community. The Bicycle Friendly Community (BFCsm) award was announced today by the League of American Bicyclists.