Fly to Charleston with British Airways and Save 10%

America As You Like It • 12 March 2019

Exciting Excursions for your first visit to Charleston

PLANTATION VISIT
Plantations are deeply woven into American history and tell stories that connect our past and present. From the peninsula, ramble down Ashley River Road to experience a glimpse back in time at neighbouring properties. Head across the bridge to Mount Pleasant for even more. Each blends beauty, botanics, architecture, and history - and many have cafes for a midday interlude.

HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGE RIDE
Old South Carriage Co.'s horse-drawn ride through downtown kicks off a first-time trip with a history lesson and general lay of the land. Clip-clop past Instagrammable destinations like Rainbow Row, The Battery, and historic South of Broad homes while taking notes on where to return for a closer look.

BEACH DAY
Catch a few rays at one of Charleston's five distinct beach towns. Trek to The Edge of America, better known as Folly Beach for its surf, beachside bars, food trucks, and outdoor activities. Take the family to Isle of Palms for a day of sandcastles and splashes. For pure serenity and relaxation, pack a great book and venture to the serene islands of Kiawah, Seabrook or Sullivan's.

HISTORY LESSON
See where the first shots of the Civil War rang out over 150 years ago with a cruise along the Charleston Harbor to Fort Sumter. A ride on SpiritLine Cruises is also a seaside tour with a 360-degree view of downtown and its surrounding marsh-side suburbs. If timed just right, you'll catch a sunset dip into the horizon or watch a dolphin hitch a ride alongside.

HISTORIC HOME TOUR
Imagine waltzing across a ballroom during the age of corsets and kid gloves at one of downtown's most historic dwellings. Exceptionally preserved in its structure, furniture, and decor, The Aiken-Rhett House illustrates what life was like for some of Charleston's most illustrious families during the 1800s.

Fly to Charleston on British Airways and save 10%!
Limited time only offer! Book a holiday to Charleston, South Carolina before 31st May 2019 using the new British Airways route and save 10% off your holiday.

Starting on 4th April 2019, British Airways are launching a new twice-weekly non-stop service to Charleston, South Carolina out of London Heathrow. Flights will depart on Thursday's and Sunday's on the Boeing Dreamliner.

This historic city was founded in 1670, and boasts picturesque architecture, romantic history and scenic surroundings. From a horse drawn carriage ride through the historic district, a stroll along the Ashley River, a boat trip on the Atlantic, or a tour of one of the area’s beautiful plantation homes, each with its own unique story.

Whatever you choose, Charleston is sure to inspire you. While you soak up the charm of this historic Southern City, you can also enjoy the contemporary vibes of South Carolina's coastal culture. With its second-to-none restaurant scene, beautiful oceanfront resorts and enduring cultural roots, the Holy City is a haven for history buffs and beachgoers.

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