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South Carolina tourism

The Lowline Hotel, a reimagined hospitality destination in downtown Charleston, opens this summer at the former Hyatt Place Charleston Historic District property. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Jun 2, 2026

Highline Hospitality Partners to open second King Street hotel

The Lowline Hotel opens in downtown Charleston with 197 rooms, a new restaurant, event space and amenities at the former Hyatt Place site.

State officials, NASCAR representatives and Darlington Raceway leaders announced a new Airbnb partnership at the South Carolina State House on May 12. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
May 12, 2026

Darlington Raceway joins Airbnb NASCAR partnership

Darlington Raceway joined a new Airbnb and NASCAR partnership that will connect race fans with local lodging options in 2027.

A new president and CEO will take over leadership at the South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association in April. (Photo/DepositPhotos)
Mar 17, 2026

Mark Newman named SCRLA president and CEO

Mark Newman has been named president and CEO of the South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association, bringing tourism and public media leadership experience.

The Thomas and Vivian A. Wong Honor Tower will be open to the public starting Nov. 14, honoring veterans and first responders in a park designed to celebrate unity. (Photo/City of Greenville)
Nov 12, 2025

Honor Tower dedicated at Greenville’s Unity Park

The Thomas and Vivian A. Wong Honor Tower opens at Greenville’s Unity Park, honoring veterans and first responders with sweeping Blue Ridge views.

Sep 18, 2025

Riverbanks Zoo debuts Saluda Skyride over Saluda River

Riverbanks Zoo opens the Saluda Skyride, linking the zoo and garden with sweeping river views, universal access, and a milestone in expansion plans.

Jul 22, 2025

Frontier adds non-stop flights from Charleston

The twice-weekly non-stop flights expand the airline's low-cost travel options in South Carolina.

Travel + Leisure magazine has released its annual top U.S. Travel Destination rankings, and Greenville debuts at No. 7, marking its first appearance on the list. Charleston, which has held the No. 1 spot for 12 straight years, fell to No. 3. (Photo/DepositPhotos)|The GADC was started by the Greenville County Council to provide support and resources to businesses of all sizes and act as a liaison between the business community and local government. (Photo/DepositPhotos)|Franklin|Tumblin|O'Brien|Case
Jul 18, 2025

Greenville joins top US cities as Charleston slips to No. 3

Cities were rated on sights/landmarks; culture; food; friendliness; shopping; and value.