South Carolina is known for its vacations. Golf, beaches, state parks and city life all offer tourists the perfect blend of sports and entertainment.  In Myrtle Beach, for instance--Freestyle Music Park-- 50-acres of theme park attractions, features Time Machine roller coaster, the fastest in the area. The towering 150-foot coaster features an on-board audio system that plays hits from the past 50 years.

At the State Park, guests can fish in the lakes and blackwater rivers or enjoy a completely different experience at a shopping trip.  Culinary Tours teach visitors about the area's rich culinary heritage while sampling foods from various restaurants. Food festivals such as peach or watermelon festivals, barbeque at the South Carolina Festival of Discovery, and the annual South Carolina Campground Cookoff at Calhoun Falls State Park. All offer dining experiences out of the ordinary. White water rafting, championship golf courses, clear and saltwater fishing, hiking, boating, kayaking and scuba diving are at your disposal during a visit to South Carolina.

Columbia and Charleston are the two largest cities in the state, a southern state that enjoys oceanfront property on the Atlantic Ocean, and resort destinations such as Hilton Head. Myrtle Beach, however, is probably one of the best promoted and best known vacation spots in the state. 60 miles of sandy beaches, amusement and water parks, nightlife, best golf courses in the south, historic sites, fishing and other activities make for a relaxing getaway with unlimited options for fun.

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden in Columbia is known for its beautiful butterfly gardens. There are so many things to see and do, you'll want to spend time getting to known this southern charmer of a destination. University of South Carolina, the South Carolina State Museum, and Carolina Coliseum are all within a short drive of Columbia Metropolitan Airport is just 10 miles away.