Aquarium Wharf District

Enjoy this Beautiful Weather on the Last Regular Blues and BBQ Cruise of the Season - Oct. 27th

This Thursday, October 27th is the last regular Sunset Blues and BBQ Cruise of the season. The weather is beautiful this week, you don't want to miss it! Enjoy a 2-Hour Charleston Harbor Cruise, a delicious BBQ Buffet from Fiery Ron’s Home Team BBQ, and live blues by Shrimp City Slim! A cash bar is also available on board.

The ship boards at 6:30 pm from the Charleston Maritime Center and cruises from 7 pm-9 pm.  Tickets are $39.95 and can be bought online here or call Charleston Harbor Tours at 843-722-1112.

Book With Spiritline Cruises for Their 2nd Annual Haunted Harbor Cruise Oct. 29th

Join Spiritline Cruises for their Spook-tacular Second Annual Haunted Harbor Cruise. This ghoulish cruise will board at Aquarium Wharf at 6:30pm, Saturday, October 29th. Haunt the harbor with 2.5 hours of gruesome dance music, devilish hors d’oeuvres and a costume contest that will raise the dead.

Charleston’s most dangerous DJ, Ric Rush, will emcee and judge the contest. He will deliver a $200 cash grand prize to the spirit that dares to impress the demons with the most outrageous costume. A cauldron of other prizes will also be awarded, including dinner for two aboard the SpiritLine Dinner Cruise.

This bloodbath will cost you only $28 per monster, so make your reservations now! A cash bar available onboard. Book with Spiritline Cruises for the Haunted Harbor Cruise HERE or call 
(843) 722-BOAT.

The Scary'um Aquarium is Back at the South Carolina Aquarium Through October

It's that time of year again...Scary'um Aquarium is back at the South Carolina Aquarium from October 1st-31st!

Journey under the ocean through Shipwreck Tunnel, uncover bones in Spookeology, puzzle over The Creatures of the Deep, solve the mystery of Lizardman in Camp Carolina, and explore family-friendly boos in all your favorite exhibits. Slither on over to a 'Scare Cart' for hands-on learning with night frights like owls or snakes, or some of the scary creatures of the deep ocean like eels! Solve the riddle of the Lost Species Cemetery and other take home games!

Otter Love Halloween Enrichment, Saturdays at 1pm: Celebrate Halloween with the otters every Saturday when they're given a special spooky surprise and see how they react to it. It’s a program to not miss!

Pumpkin Enrichment, Sundays at 1pm: Each Sunday a different animal will be given a pumpkin to explore in their exhibit.

What Lurks Beneath: A Halloween Dive Show Daily at 3 p.m. Learn more about the creatures of the deep ocean during this special Scary’um Aquarium Dive Show.

Creepy Crawly Critters: A Great Hall Animal Program Daily at 4 p.m. Learn more about the creepy and crawly creatures that live in the Aquarium habitats.

Also, don't miss the Wizard of Oz 4-D Experience which will be showing at the Scary'um Aquarium only.

The SC Aquarium is located at 100 Aquarium Wharf in the Aquarium Wharf District of downtown Charleston.

Cooper River Bridge Run Funds New Scholarship for The Art Institute of Charleston

 The Cooper River Bridge Run has established a scholarship fund for Culinary Arts students at the Art Institute of Charleston. Julian Smith, Executive Director of the CRBR, presented a check for $1,500.00 to Eric Watson, Culinary Arts Department Chair and Student Christina Lane at the Art Institute's Headquarters on Market Street.

The scholarship funding is a result of the new "Taste of the Bridge Run" event where students from the Art Institute of Charleston's Culinary Program and several area restaurants provide the high-carb, pre-race meal for ticketed race participants. It was the first time the traditional pasta dinner was replaced with creative cuisine by the school along with multiple locally owned businesses, and the event will now be a permanent part of the Bridge Run. Halls Chophouse, Jim 'N Nicks, Liberty Taproom and Virginia's on King are among the restaurants expected to participate in the 2012 event March 30.

"The Taste of the Bridge Run was a huge success and the Culinary Program from the Art Institute of Charleston contributed immensely," said Smith. "The students seemed to enjoy it as much as the attendees, and their contribution was nothing short of professional. The culinary village concept is new in racing circles, and we got very positive feedback from runners all over the country."

Charleston Voted 'Top City in the United States'

Our lovely local slice of Heaven, Charleston, SC has been voted the 'Top City in the United States' by the 2011 Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards, establishing a profound benchmark for the city and trumping stiff competition! The award was based on a variety of categories, including: Culture & Ambience, Atmosphere & Sites, and Friendliness, among others. Charleston is the quintessential vacation destination, offering a comprehensive and amazing experience for all. 

Charleston has an array of unique outdoor activities offering everything from a stroll through narrow, tree-lined courtyards. Kayaking along tranquil tidal creeks. Celebrating the good life on a rooftop bar as the sun sets over the harbor. You can do it all in one day, only in Charleston. The restaurants are world class: In Charleston, the Chefs are the stars. The goodness they prepare shines bright on the national food scene. Patrons can enjoy Southern specialties and other flavors served in settings as delicious as the meals themselves!

Charleston's menu of lodging options is a dream come true for travelers! Choose from historic inns, famous beach resorts, luxury hotels and charming bed & breakfasts. Let's not forget about the shopping! It's easy to spoil yourself or someone else with unique treasures only found in Charleston. Antique shops, local boutiques, name brand outlets, art galleries and jewelers await your arrival.

After all you've read, there's only one question which you must ask yourself: What are you waiting for?