Recreation on Hilton Head Island offers a wide range of cultural, eventful and social things to see and do for the entire family. There is ample consideration for each family member from youngest, with engaging programs for the wee ones to wheelchairs capable of traveling on the beach for the oldsters and entertainment aplenty for everyone in between.
Sand, sun and surf are the primary reasons one would choose to vacation or visit an island paradise such as Hilton Head. The sugary sand, meticulously maintained for the twinkling of toes and construction of castles while the waves roll up the beach to surround your feet and entice you again and again to frolic in the waves. Close your eyes and take in the scent of lotion and salty air as it wafts upon the beachy breeze that is bound to create a lifetime of memories for your kids and perhaps uncover some of your own treasured experiences from tides gone-by.
If sports are your interest, Hilton Head offers tennis and golf for all levels of player and of all ages. Lessons are available for those with aspirations to be the next Williams, Nadal or Agassi or just some court time to hit a few balls for friendly competition an a bit of exercise. With 24 world class golf courses, tee time is practically guaranteed for those just looking to shave a few points from their game or to have a business meeting while traveling from one hole to another under the shady canopy of a golf cart. Of course, fabulous food and cocktails are always available following your workout.
Hilton Head shopping is renown for unique boutiques and high-end establishments and quality merchandise. From sports equipment to slinky eveningwear, Billabong to Tony Bahamas, flip-flops to Manolo Blahniks, you'll find just what you need on the island. Make a day of shopping and lunch with your family or maybe a day with just your girlies. If on a romantic getaway you may choose to engage in a little rock shopping to pop the question at just the right moment. No matter what your desire, the caliber of courtesy and service devoted to island visitors is sure to create a most memorable shopping experience.
Galleries abound on Hilton Head! One can lose track of time whiling away the hours admiring museum quality two and three-dimensional art. Local and national artists display and offer their works for the enjoyment of those with discriminating taste and an eye for skill. Just observe and enjoy or take home a special piece with you as a remembrance of your time on Hilton Head.
Fine art is not the only culture found on the island. You may find yourself at a down home free concert under the stars or enjoying a performance of the Symphony Orchestra. Other nightlife options may include an entertaining play, a comedy show, some sultry sounds at a jazz club or you may choose to show off your moves on the dance floor. There is more than one type of heat on the semi-tropical Hilton Head Island.
The food! Oh the food! With well over 200 restaurants, some featuring highly trained and skilled chefs with elegant service and wine lists to savor, you may delight in trying your favorite dishes or in trying some new flavors as well. Whether you choice is fine cuisine, served on fine china, linens and crystal or sidewalk foodstuff wrapped in a red and white cardboard box, you and your family will find indulgent pleasure in the food offerings on Hilton Head.
When you've collected all your beach treasures and have tanned to perfection, when you're finished playing 18 holes and eating your fill, there still remains plenty to see and do on Hilton Head Island. Rental equipment for boating and water sports of every kind is available at your request. Tours highlighting area history, interesting points and all that nature has to offer with acre upon acre of biking and hiking trails are waiting to be explored. Not that you have to do it all. But the beauty of island living is that you can if you want to or you can just think about it while you gently sway on your hammock and watch the sun cross the sky. |
