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Charleston: America's Top City for Three Consecutive Years – Discover the Southern Charm

“Is it the cobblestone streets? The colorful, historic row homes? The fantastic food? Whatever it is, Charleston’s got everyone thoroughly charmed once again. For the third consecutive year, Charleston’s been voted the No. 1 city in the United States in our Readers’ Choice Awards.”

— Condé Nast Traveler

Charleston: America s Top City for Three Consecutive Years – Discover the Southern Charm

While its coordinates are fixed on any map, Charleston’s true essence lives beyond the cartographic grid. It resonates in the hearts of those who wander its streets, a poetic destination where charm thrives.

The May issue of Condé Nast Traveler showcases an eight‑page spread dedicated to Charleston, celebrating its distinctive Southern allure. Read the full feature here.

Charleston’s award‑winning hotels cater to travelers seeking unparalleled luxury. Whether you unwind amid antiques and heirloom silver at a historic inn or indulge in a sea‑salt scrub at a spa, every property shares one core promise: genuine hospitality.

Charleston: America s Top City for Three Consecutive Years – Discover the Southern Charm

Charleston’s gentle cocoon is a visual feast for those who appreciate hidden alleys, unexpected pops of blue, and architectural detail. It’s a city that invites discovery at every turn.

Charleston: America s Top City for Three Consecutive Years – Discover the Southern Charm

Come, explore the city that will capture your heart, and make it your own. And remember to complete the 2014 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards survey—vote for Charleston!


Hotel & Food
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    Whether you’re looking for a rooftop oasis, a sunset swim by the ocean, or a family‑friendly splash zone, Charleston’s premier pools deliver breathtaking views and instant relaxation. From the city’s only rooftop cascading pool at the Pavilion Bar to a serene evening dip at Wild Dunes Resort and a lively family day at The Beach Club, our curated list showcases 12 standout venues: Belmond Charleston Place Hotel, The Cottages on Charleston Harbor, Tides Folly Beach, Kiawah Island Golf Resort, The

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    We’re thrilled to announce that Charleston, South Carolina has been named the No. 1 city in the United States and the 10th best city in the world by Travel + Leisure’s 2018 World’s Best Awards. This marks the sixth consecutive year Charleston tops the U.S. rankings. We’re grateful to every voter for making this possible. Travel + Leisure readers also made Charleston the sole U.S. destination in the world’s top 15 cities. Jacqui Gifford, Senior Editor of Travel + Leisure, revealed the news on the

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    Charleston’s 300‑year legacy is inseparable from its military heritage. Below, we highlight the city’s most emblematic military sites: Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site, Fort Moultrie, Fort Sumter National Monument, the Charleston Navy Base and Naval Shipyard Memorial at North Charleston Riverfront Park, and Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum. The first settlement, founded at Charles Towne Landing in 1670, featured a wooden stockade that deterred attacks from native Americans and Sp