A South Carolina Town Tops The List For The Friendliest In The Country

Well, bless your heart.  Thank you so much! You look thirsty, would you like a glass of tea?  I'm just trying to be friendly here.  Double honors for South Carolina, it was recently named the friendliest state in the country and one of our towns has been named the friendliest city.

According to a recent study; based on overall hospitality, fun things to do, and plenty of shops and restaurants where nice folks work, South Carolina tops the list of friendliest states.

Next is Texas, then Wyoming, Indiana, Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma and Hawaii.

To put the cherry right up there on top, Greenville, South Carolina is named the friendliest city.

Well, thanks ya'll!!  Come on in and relax a while!  How's your Mama and them?  Take a plate home with ya!  etc etc etc

As the summertime comes to an end, everyone is thinking about that last beach trip. Before the warm weather goes away and the kids get back into school, why not take one final weekend to enjoy some beach fun? North Carolina has some great beaches, we know that for sure. But, don't forget about a South Carolina road trip too. From Myrtle Beach to the multiple beaches in the Lowcountry area, you have tons of options to choose from.

U.S. News and World Report want to help you decide on the best places to visit. They gathered a list of 12 of the best beaches to visit in South Carolina and it's time to get to planning. Between the rest of August and even Labor Day weekend coming up, a beach trip is in your future. Grab that sunscreen and those beach umbrellas and get ready for a beaching good time. To where you might ask? Just pick between any of these beaches in South Carolina!

Easily one of the most popular beaches in South Carolina. From the water, the boardwalk, the shopping, and the food there is so much for the entire family to enjoy in Myrtle Beach.

A small town near Myrtle Beach offers visitors a relaxing, lowkey destination to enjoy in the Carolinas.

This is one of the states most family friendly and affordable beach towns. Enjoy 2 miles of coastline in this quaint area just outside of Myrtle Beach.

This quiet stretch of sand allows visitors to enjoy smaller crowds compared to larger beaches. There are golf courses, beach points, and more for those to enjoy. Walk, run, or bike across the beach and listen to the waves.

Down in the Lowcountry, enjoy a trip to the Isle of Palms. Long stretch of beach to enjoy with friends or family, great food options along the strip, and you're close to the beautiful city of Charleston.

With minimal development, this family friendly beach allows travelers to enjoy a more residential beach area. Fewer crowds visit this area and you can enjoy hiking and biking at the park nearby.

Right in Charleston, SC, Folly Beach is one of Charleston's most popular beach destinations. Watch the sunrise or set at Folly Beach and enjoy miles and miles of beachfront, great restaurants along the strip and mingle with the locals in the area.

If you are into wildlife then this is the beach destination for you. Enjoy the beach and all of the animals and nature that comes along with a Huntington Beach visit.

Head to one of the oldest resort areas in the state. Enjoy beach clubs, food, and the quiet sides of the beaches either solo or with some friends and family!

Located in Charleston, many visit Sullivan's Island for a beach weekend. The white sandy beaches and calmer water allows locals and visitors to take dip into tranquility while relaxing on the beach.

Head to Hilton Head if you want to enjoy the beach during the day and have fun at night. Enjoy the beautiful beachfront resorts, golfing, and a short drive to downtown Savannah and your beach weekend will turn into a party instantly!

Kiawah Island is just a piece of paradise in South Carolina. This private island is the home to multiple famous people vacation homes, beautiful resorts, sand dunes, wildlife, and so much more. Your beach weekend will come with the guaranteed peaceful reboot that you may need when visiting Kiawah Island.