A mini weekend guide to Charleston, South Carolina π΄β¨ - where we spent 3 days soaking in the city's charm!
Stay:
On King Street or The French Quarter. We stayed at The Charlestonian - tucked just off King Street, perfect for exploring the cityβs historic charm.
Eat:
π½οΈ Halls Chophouse for a classic Southern steakhouse experience.
π Wild Olive on Johns Island for cosy Italian vibes.
π₯― Holey City Bagels for the perfect morning bite.
Do:
ποΈ Wander along King and Broad Streets.
π Stop for a photo op on Rainbow Row
ποΈ Browse local finds at the Charleston City Market.
π Catch sunset views at the Pineapple Fountain and the waterfront.
πΆ End your evening with live jazz at Forte Jazz Lounge
Honestly, what is the rationale? π¬π
Do you get great deals and discounts? Is it easier to manage? If everything goes well, I guess you're good - but if it doesn't?
What happens when you need to change or reschedule your flight? What happens when the airlines cancel? βοΈβοΈ
Have you had any experience with this? Please share in the comment section below! As for me, I will always favour a direct booking! It's saved me so much in the long run!
Snippets from 2 days in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park π¦ππ€
Lots of stunning fall foliage, elk sightings, incredible hikes, and good food!
Golden leaves, crisp mountain air, and views so good you have to pull over every five minutes just to stare πβ¨
We hiked parts of the Appalachian Trail, which felt so surreal because seven years ago, Mark thru-hiked the entire thing - 3,540kms in just 4.5 months. He had to finish fast so he could move to Lagos to be with me π₯Ή
Now here we are, 5+ years married, hiking these same trails again (not all of it please!), loving to hate it - in the most beautiful season with the most perfect weather. Iβm deep in my feelings today - and honestly, just grateful.
Also, congratulations to me because I really carried my eye go market, and congratulations to Mark for marrying me. When he did this trail alone, he saw no views, no golden leaves, no elkβ¦ just mosquitoes and rain. I am constantly bringing sunshine into his life π