Hilton Head Island

Even in paradise, the weather doesn’t always cooperate. If you happen to find yourself on Hilton Head during a rainy day, don’t worry! There are still plenty fun things to do. Here are several ideas to get you started.

Although spring and summer are the most popular times for beach vacations, you're missing out on a wonderful experience if you haven't visited Hilton Head Island during the off-season.

To ensure you have an unforgettable and hassle-free stay, here are some essential Hilton Head summer vacation tips to maximize your summer experience on the island.

We've been coming to Hilton Head since our kids were 2 and 8. In that time I've eaten alot of chicken fingers, burgers, and tacos. And, what's not to love about those? But there comes a time in every couple's life when they say, "I think it's time we ventured out without the kids...."

If you've been coming to Hilton Head for awhile, you know that Coligny Plaza is considered THE area to be in for things to do. With a plethora of shops and restaurants, easy access to Coligny Public Beach, coffee shops, Piggly Wiggly Grocery store, basically everything you could need, you'd ask yourself, "What could possibly make this area BETTER?"

Full disclosure, I LOVE talking with our guests. I love learning about them, finding out what their likes and interests are, and helping them plan a fantastic vacation. My degree is in Hospitality Management after all, and I love that part of the business.

One of our favorite stops on the island is One Hot Mama's. Their BBQ is out of this world good. Why are they called One Hot Mama's, you ask? Two words, Mama Orchid...

Outside Hilton Head has a variety of private and small group adventures, including fishing, skiing, paddleboarding, boat tours, and so much more, that your family will love. They also offer rentals of boats, bikes, kayaks, and paddle boards.

This hour and a half fun, interactive cruise gives your kids the chance to be a PIRATE FOR THE DAY! Includes face painting, learning to talk like a pirate, a water cannon fight, and a search for treasure on the Calibogue Sound aboard the HH Pirate Cruise! Recommended ages 2-10

Very family-friendly options for Hilton Head boat tours and one-of-a-kind mermaid photoshoots! For all experiences, Reservations are highly recommended.

You can't visit the island without experiencing all the yummy fresh seafood it has to offer. Here are a wide variety of seafood restaurants, from the casual to the upscale, for you to choose from.

There are many places to eat with a gluten sensitivity on Hilton Head Island, but here are a few of my favorites. If you have a severe gluten allergic or celiac disease, be sure to speak with the restaurant staff about cross-contamination.

A beach vacation just isn't complete without ICE CREAM!! Hilton Head Island has lots of great options for ice cream lovers, including dairy-free and gluten-free options!

HarbourFest is a FREE weekly summer celebration on Hilton Head Island! From June through August, Shelter Cove has live music every night, family-friendly entertainment, arts & crafts, kids activities and Tuesday night fireworks.

Located in the heart of Sea Pines Resort, Harbour Town Shops is a beautiful, relaxing harborside shopping center with lots of little boutiques, gift shops, galleries, and restaurants.

Located adjacent to the beach boardwalk and oceanfront pool at Hilton Head Beach and Tennis Resort, Jamaica Joe'z Beach Bar serves a casual menu of burgers, sandwiches and light bar food, along with a full menu of tasty tropical beverages and other bar drinks.

Located in the building at the entrance to Hilton Head Beach and Tennis Resort are 2 restaurants: CocoNutz Sportz Bar and Gator'z Pizza and Wingz.

Hilton Head's Tanger Outlets is a great place to find name brand goods at discounted prices. The outlets are over the bridge from Hilton Head (in Bluffton) and are split into 2 separate locations (Tanger 1, Tanger 2) about 5 miles apart.

Main Street Village is a great place to shop, eat, and explore primarily locally owned businesses. This tree-shaded outdoor shopping center has a unique mix of boutique shops, consignment shops, spa services, restaurants and cafes, and a grocery store. It is also a fun place to just take a little stroll.

Often considered Hilton Head's downtown area, Shelter Cove Towne Centre has a great mix of shops, restaurants, spa services, and even a beautiful park, all in a beautifully landscaped setting right by the water.

5 Lagoon Rd, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

Hilton Head Island is a fisherman’s paradise!

Hilton Head Island is an ideal place to ride bikes in a beautiful natural setting!

For a change of pace from the beach and pool, bring your family and friends to Coastal Discovery Museum, or explore it on your own!

https://www.hiltonheadislandsc.gov/ourisland/Parks/parksandfacdetails.cfm?FacilityID=39

The first thing you do when you marry a morning person who is also a coffee lover is to try to find a reason to BE a morning person, and also find a coffee to love.

The FREE Breeze Trolley Service starts Saturday, April 10 and is expected to operate every day through Labor Day for the 2021 season.

Here is an amazing video of the villa.

Gator'z Pizza & Wingz: Located in the building at the entrance to Hilton Head Beach and Tennis Resort (40 Folly Field Rd.), Gator'z has dine-in, take-out, and free in-resort (summer) delivery services! Our family LOVES their pizza. The pizzas are square, thick crust, generous with the toppings, and, most importantly, REALLY YUMMY! Check out the Gator'z Menu here!

SALTY DOG HAPPY HOUR CRUISE - For Adults 21 years of age and older, this is a relaxing cruise on a 63-foot powered catamaran around the Calibogue sound. Stocked with a full bar, lots of yummy food, and tropical music, this cruise is the perfect happy hour activity! You can board The Salty Dog at South Beach Marina in Sea Pines Plantation. Check it out at: https://cruise.saltydog.com/

Our villa is indicated by the red star. We are a quick 4-5 minute stroll through the resort (no streets to cross) to the oceanfront pool and beach. The tennis courts, playground, and fitness center are only a 2 minute walk.

You may notice that it takes a while for your food and beverages to "get cold" when you first put them in the empty refrigerator. Why doesn't this phenomenon happen at home? Your home refrigerator likely already has a good bit of cold items in it and those cold things help cool down the new room-temperature items you add to it! But, when you start with an empty fridge and add non-cooled items to it, it will take hours to cool them down to the desired temperature.

Use this map to get oriented on the island and to find points of interest.

HHI Tide 21 is a family-friendly 2 BR villa at oceanfront Hilton Head Island Beach and Tennis Resort on beautiful Folly Field Beach. Please take a look and book direct with us soon! www.houfy.com/h/maxfield.

The Breeze Trolleys are operated by the regional public transportation system and connects Guests to some of the most popular destinations on Hilton Head Island. The trolleys are designed like turn-of-the-century street cars, but have all the modern conveniences. Each trolley has nostalgic wood interiors, a bike rack with space for two bikes, free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, and plenty of comfortable wood seating with additional space for standees.