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Isle of Palms is just 30 minutes from Charleston and may just be the areas best-kept secret.

Fishing charters are plentiful and offer both reef fishing and Gulf Stream fishing.

Isle of Palms, South Carolina

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Try booking through Barrier Island Fishing Charters for just the right adventure.

When you arrive on the island, exploring the astonishing natural landscape is a top priority.

The tiny beachside shack has been dishing out delicious morning meals since 1968.

Isle of Palms

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While they offer all the classics, the daily specials are where the magic happens.

Past offerings have included chocolate banana challah French toast, lemon lavender pancakes, andtomato pie.

When happy hour hits, venture to the rooftop bar for a frozen cocktail or painkiller.

Wild Dunes Golf Resort, Isle of Palms

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Nothing will put you on island time faster.

There are also plenty of rentals through Airbnb and VRBO for everything from multifamily waterfront homes to one-bedroom condos.

24. Windjammer Isle of Palms

The Windjammer sits on the beaches of Isle of Palms, South Carolina. Patrons can enjoy tunes from a breezy deck overlooking the water, or jump into a game of volleyball out back. Charleston local Darius Rucker is a regular player in the rotation.the-windjammer.com.Credit: Getty Images

Wild Dunes Resort on Isle of Palms, SC

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