Sue Crance lights up with a particular grace and warmth when discussing her love of vacationing on the Isle of Palms. What Sue affectionately refers to as “staycations” are a common occurrence for the entire Crance family. Sue explained a bit about her history of frequenting the island. “I moved to the area 34 years ago and my first beach trip was to the Isle of Palms. I fell … [Read more...] about Blessed chances with the Crances
Vacation in Isle of Palms, South Carolina
This idyllic coastal destination will draw you in with its relaxing environment, activities for visitors of all ages, immaculate sandy beaches, world-class golf, and exciting water sports.
At home with the Adams
Army veteran Richard Adams and his wife Shelly first came to the Isle of Palms when they were dating in 1998. On their first vacation to the island, they stayed at the Seaside Inn and spent some time at the nearby “Post on the Coast,” the island’s Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3137. Shelly explained, “We fell in love with the Isle of Palms not because of the VFW, but it … [Read more...] about At home with the Adams
Memories make for the best souvenirs
The Shraders wouldn’t trade places Tracey Shrader first arrived in Charleston as a Citadel cadet. After graduating from The Citadel, Tracey lived all around Charleston County for the next 10 years. After moving to Atlanta for a job, Tracey and his wife Christie eventually settled back in the Carolinas and soon began their annual Fourth of July vacation tradition on the Isle of … [Read more...] about Memories make for the best souvenirs
A family migration, from one sun to the next
Shenanigans with the Schifanis Bill Schifani is quick to praise the Isle of Palms as his family’s favorite destination. “As far-flung as we are, nobody has missed our week on IOP in 10 years. It’s our favorite family time.” Bill comes to our fair isle from Albuquerque, New Mexico, every summer, usually in June with his family. His daughter first discovered the Isle of Palms … [Read more...] about A family migration, from one sun to the next
Upstate South Carolinians move to soak up the ocean breeze
The Straders soak up the sun For first-time Isle of Palms vacationers Dennis and Deborah Strader, the recommendation from their Greenville, South Carolina, neighbors to give the Isle of Palms a try is one they are grateful they took. “This place has such a wonderful feeling about it,” said Dennis. “The overall vibe of Isle of Palms is welcoming with a touristy yet somehow … [Read more...] about Upstate South Carolinians move to soak up the ocean breeze
