Romance Abounds FALLING IN LOVE WITH CHARLESTON By Holly Fisher
Photo credit: Zero George
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ith cobblestone streets, cozy inns, candlelight dinners and waterfront sunsets, Charleston feels like the set of a romantic Hallmark movie. Here in the Holy City, romance is in high supply. So, whether you’re looking for a place to pop the question, tie the knot, celebrate a golden anniversary,or simply get away for a romantic weekend, you’ve come to the right place. Here are some of our top picks guaranteed to get the sparks flying. A carriage ride through the historic streets of downtown Charleston makes a perfect outing for two. Book a private evening carriage ride with Palmetto Carriage Works. Climb into an elegant vis-à-vis carriage at sunset and arrive at your romantic dinner in style. Tickets: palmettocarriage.com Ocean sunsets and lapping waves make for a magical setting as you and your sweetheart stroll hand in hand during a walk on a beach. A favorite is Folly Beach where the Morris Island Lighthouse stands majestically off the northeast end of Folly Beach. Plus, the lighthouse is the perfect photo background to commemorate a date night or special occasion. Take East Ashley Street until it ends. You can park there and then walk about a quarter mile to the beach. Or head toward Mount Pleasant to visit Sullivan’s Island near Fort Moultrie. Insider’s tip: Park at 201 Station 12. Stroll along this secluded area of beachfront to capture amazing photos of sunsets and dolphins playing in the surf. Then, dine on eclectic Southern cuisine at The Obstinate Daughter on Middle Street. It’s tough to beat eating a fantastic three-course meal while sailing around the Charleston harbor during a SpiritLine dinner cruise. Live music, bar service and sunset views from the Spirit of Carolina make this a truly romantic way to experience Charleston on the water. Info & tickets: spiritlinecruises.com Take a relaxing sail aboard The Schooner Pride, an 84-foot tall ship modeled after the 18th-century coastal trading schooners that once sailed the Charleston harbor. Book a sunset sail for added romance (available beginning in March). Tickets: schoonerpride.com Fun-loving foodies should reserve a spot in the cooking class at the Zero George Cooking School in downtown Charleston. It’s a unique way to expand your culinary skills and your palette. Join Zero George Executive Chef Vinson Petrillo and Sous Chef Tyler Chavis in the 1804 Carriage House for a memorable epicurean experience. Info: zerogeorge.com
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