With the school holidays fast approaching look to South Carolina for an unrivalled family experience.  The state’s safe white sand beaches, resort islands and adventure activities coupled with a temperate year round climate, make it the perfect choice for a family getaway.

Here’s South Carolina’s top picks:
 

Myrtle Beach

Renowned for its 60 miles of beautiful beaches and exciting attractions, Myrtle Beach is seen as a mecca for families. Head to the state’s most visited attraction, the recently expanded Ripley’s Aquarium and explore the wonders of the underwater world. From here take the kids to cool off at nearby waterpark, Splashes, where they are sure to enjoy new roller coaster Twist ‘N Shout. For the budding golfer, Shark Attack Mini Golf, opened in spring 2013, located at the site of the former historic Chesterfield Inn, the course has 36 holes which wind through the oceanfront site at Seventh Avenue North, creating the Grand Strand\'s first oceanfront mini-golf course.
 

Charleston

For those with an interest in history Charleston has lots to offer. Take the family on a historical carriage ride around the city, relive the first battle of the civil war at Fort Sumter or visit the USS Yorktown battleship turned museum. After a day of learning make your way to the harbour and visit South Carolina’s only Sea Turtle Hospital to discover how injured sea turtles are cared for every day. Catch live dive shows in the Great Ocean Tank and daily educational programs.
 

Greenville

Greenville is the place to go for the active family. Situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains the hiking, mountain biking and kayaking on offer are sure to tire out even the most enthusiastic of young travelers. An equally popular hit will be Sky Zone and Gravitopia, two of Greenville’s new trampoline parks. These provide fun for parents and kids alike as both feature a variety of fitness classes such as 3-D Dodgeball and SkyRobics at Sky Zone and Aerial Ninja Obstacle Course and Cirque De Trapeze at Gravitopia.
 

Book your family trip here –

South Carolina has teamed up with America As you Like It for a 12 night South Carolina Discovery itinerary. Prices start from £3,965 for a family of four and include return flights, car hire, two nights in Atlanta, three nights in Hilton Head, two nights in Charleston, three nights in Myrtle Beach and two nights in Greenville. To book or for more details, please visit www.americaasyoulikeit.com 

For more information please visit www.discoversouthcarolina.com

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