Summer doesn't have to end on Labor Day. Play a month more along the Atlantic coast with some value-packed packages in Charleston.
Here are a few unique vacation suggestions that are offered through September:
On one of the region's most beautiful beaches, Folly Beach Holiday Inn Oceanfront provides families the chance to experience all things summer. The three-day, two-night "Water, Water Everywhere" package starts from $495 weekdays or $575 weekends on stays through Aug. 30 Included are accommodations for two nights in an oceanfront room, a beach bag loaded with summer must-haves such as a beach towel, bottled water and trail mix, tickets to the South Carolina Aquarium or Splash Zone Water Park, and ice cream for the entire family. Call to book, 843-588-6464;
Info: charlestoncvb.com/visitors/packages_family.html?id=1237
For travelers who like to saddle-up for a bit of adventure, the "Blazin' Saddles" package with ResortQuest is a perfect fit for a ride into the summer sunset. Guests can explore the beautiful barrier island of Seabrook on horseback along the beach or on trails through a maritime forest. The package starts from $180 per person, per night. Included is a three-night stay in a one-bedroom villa through resortquestcharleston.com (a collection of more than 800 villas, cottages, private homes in the region), an advanced-level trail ride and beach ride and a one-hour Swedish massage. Call to book at 1-866-468-0762 and mention promo code 7013.
Info: charlestoncvb.com/visitors/packages_outdoor.html?id=1004
Perfect for families looking to make the most out of the season's final days, the Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina offers the "Sullivan's Island Beach Experience" package with all that's necessary to enjoy the city of Charleston and the nearby historic beach town of Sullivan's Island. With room rates from $129 per night, guests enjoy accommodations, transportation to and from Sullivan's Island (9 a.m., 1 p.m., 5 p.m.), a tote bag full of beach toys, a boxed lunch and beverages and Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina cooler and koozies.
Info: charlestonharborresort.com or charlestoncvb.com/visitors/packages_family.html?id=1264
For more extended summer packages, visit explorecharleston.com.
AirTran's frequent sales price one-way tickets to Charleston from $39. Delta always matches the sale rate. The lowest rates are typically valid Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays.
Prefer a road trip? The drive to Charleston from the greater ATL varies from 5.5 to 6.5 hours.
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