When was the last time you and your best gal pals spent time together and treated yourself to a weekend getaway? There are few things better in life than a trip with the girls to the beach! As you’re planning a girls’ weekend, consider staying at one of our vacation rentals. We have everything you need for an unbeatable vacation, from the glistening beaches to shopping on King Street to a Sunday brunch. Keep reading to learn how to plan the ultimate girls’ getaway!
When you’re ready to start planning your trip, request our Isle of Palms Vacation Guide. This free online guide is filled with local recommendations about what to do in the Charleston area during your perfect girls’ getaway! Learn more about having a blast in this area by referencing our vacation guide.
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The Perfect 3 Step Girls’ Getaway
Planning a trip to Charleston year-round is a pretty simple affair. Pack clothes for the beach and downtown, visit the beach, bring plenty of sunscreen, and pick the right places to eat out, shop, and spend your time. The hard part is choosing the right places to spend your time here. We have the whole gamut covered for the ultimate girls’ getaway on Isle of Palms, from spa days to beach days!
Beach Day
The easiest part, spending a day out on the beach! Charleston is known for its various beaches, but if you are looking for the ultimate marriage of relaxation and fun, then Isle of Palms is the beach for you!
A small beach town, downtown IOP is a collection of beach shops, fun restaurants, and lots of parking, but the beauty in IOP is just how big it is. With plenty of real estate, you can find a quiet spot to call your own or stay near all the action!
Night Out on the Town
Every day something is going on in Charleston or the surrounding areas. Whether it’s a concert on The Bend, holiday lights on James Island, or a food festival on IOP, there is always a reason to hop in the car and explore the Lowcountry.
Our favorite thing to do is head across the Ravenel Bridge to downtown and spend a night out on the town on King Street. Complete with trendy bars, upscale breweries, and five-star restaurants like Melfi’s, upper King Street is always the place to be.
Shop and Explore
Shopping and Charleston go together like peanut butter and jelly! Lower King Street is known for its upscale shops found in Charleston Place, such as Gucci and Louis Vitton, in addition to its art galleries and small shops. Tangier Outlets in North Charleston is more than happy to provide for every whim you might have if you are looking for an outlet.
Smaller beach towns like Folly Beach and Isle of Palms are home to beach and fishing outfitters, while West Ashley, James Island, and Johns Island host a wide range of small and niche experiences like Moon Shadow Pet Resort.
If you are in the mood for a spa, Isle of Palms is home to several of the best in the Lowcountry, such as Sand & Sea Spa Services or Beach House Spa! If you take a spa day on Saturday, follow it up with a Sunday Funday brunch downtown at Slightly North of Broad (SNOB) on East Bay Street!
An East Islands Vacation Rental
Now that you have a few things to do, it is time to find the best place to stay! East Islands Rentals offers an exclusive selection of vacation homes on Isle of Palms. Our rentals offer direct ocean views, private pools, and more!
Browse a complete inventory of our rentals to start planning your midweek getaway to Isle of Palms!
