The mission of Explore Charleston is to unify and lead the local travel industry in marketing the Charleston area as an individual, meeting, incentive and group destination to both the domestic and international markets.
External link for Explore Charleston
375 Meeting St
Charleston, South Carolina 29403, US
Congratulations to Charleston International on this incredible achievement! Here's to soaring to even greater heights in 2025. ✈️✨
The skies were busier than ever in 2024! ✈️ 🎉 CHS welcomed an incredible 6.3M passengers, setting a new record and marking another milestone year. Thank you to our passengers, airline partners, and team for helping us reach new heights. #CHS #CharlestonInternationalAirport #Charleston #Airport #Record #Milestone #Passengers #AviationExcellence
Congratulations to Explore Charleston Board Member Femi Oyediran and his business partner Miles White of Graft Wine Shop on being named semifinalists in the Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service category for The James Beard Foundation 2025 Restaurant and Chef Awards! 🏆 This prestigious recognition highlights their exceptional talent and dedication to excellence in South Carolina's beverage scene. We are proud to see Graft Wine Shop shine on the national stage. Read more in The Post and Courier: https://ow.ly/iwnm50ULOr1 #JamesBeardAwards #SouthCarolinaChefs #CharlestonSC #CulinaryExcellence #Hospitality
Congratulations to The Cooper and The Charleston Museum for their well-deserved recognition by Condé Nast Traveler! 🏨 Most Exciting Hotel Openings of 2025 – The Cooper Hotel, a stunning addition to Charleston’s waterfront scene, blending modern luxury with timeless charm. 🏛 Best Museums in the United States – The Charleston Museum, America’s first museum, preserving and celebrating the rich history and culture of the Lowcountry since 1773. #ExploreCharleston #CharlestonSC #CondéNastTraveler #HistoricCharm
What an incredible evening celebrating the career milestones for two members of our team at Explore Charleston’s annual staff anniversary celebration! The dedication and expertise of these two outstanding leaders - who combined have invested nearly 50 years in our organization - have helped shape our industry and community. 🏆 Chris Hendrix – 25 yrs 🏆 Kathleen Cartland – 20 yrs Congratulations, Kathleen and Chris! #ThoughtLeadership #ExploreCharleston #HospitalityIndustry #CareerMilestone
We’re thrilled to congratulate Chef Shuai Wang from King BBQ and Jackrabbit Filly for being appointed SC Chef Ambassador of 2025! 👨🍳 Wang blends Beijing and NYC flavors with South Carolina ingredients, earning acclaim for King BBQ, named among Southern Living's Best New BBQ Joints and Bon Appetit's Best New Restaurants of 2024. His anchor concept, Jackrabbit Filly, started as a food truck and now thrives in North Charleston's Park Circle. The prestigious Chef Ambassadors program is a partnership between the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. All nominees must use South Carolina Certified Products in their restaurants. Check out the full article from The Post and Courier: https://ow.ly/KoGu50UG9Ch cc: South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism, City of North Charleston, Lowcountry Hospitality Association, South Carolina Department of Agriculture #ExploreCharleston #CulinaryExcellence #KingBBQ #JackrabbitFilly
The Charleston area shines in Tripadvisor's 2025 Best of the Best Awards for Destinations! ✈️ 📍#9 in the Top 25 US Destinations 🍽️ #2 in the Top 10 US Food Destinations 🌎 #12 in the Top 25 Global Food Destinations Each year, Tripadvisor analyzes millions of traveler reviews to highlight the most trusted recommendations, inspiring future explorers to craft unforgettable adventures. These accolades reflect the unwavering commitment of nearly 54,000 industry employees who deliver unparalleled hospitality and unforgettable travel experiences throughout our community. Read more: https://lnkd.in/egNeZYU2 cc: Charleston International Airport #ExploreCharleston #Travel #FoodieDestinations #Tripadvisor2025
Big news! 🍷✨ USA TODAY's 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards named the Food & Wine Classic in Charleston the #1 Best New Festival in the nation. This incredible event, held in November in partnership with Food & Wine, Southern Living Magazine and Travel + Leisure, showcased Charleston’s unparalleled culinary scene, hospitality and charm. Adding to the excitement, the Medal of Honor Museum at Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum was recognized as the #9 Best New (or newly transformed) Museum. This accolade shines a well-deserved spotlight on the thoughtfully-renovated space on board the USS Yorktown, which showcases the stories of our nation’s heroes while honoring their bravery and sacrifice. Thank you to everyone who voted, visited and supported these wins! 🔗 See the full list: https://ow.ly/j8U550Uzshu #ExploreCharleston #10Best #CharlestonFoodAndWine #MedalofHonorMuseum
Three Cheers for Three Years! 🎾🏆 The Credit One Charleston Open, the largest women’s-only tennis tournament in North America, has been named ‘WTA 500 Tournament of the Year’ for the third consecutive year. This prestigious recognition from the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA)—voted on by players—highlights the tournament's exceptional staff, organization, passionate fans and unwavering commitment to the sport and its athletes. Congratulations to Beemok Hospitality Collection (BHC), Charleston Tennis, Bob Moran and everyone involved for continuing to elevate this tournament for players, fans and the Charleston community. Read more here: https://ow.ly/z01750UqOIs #CreditOneOpen #Charleston #Awards
This Giving Tuesday, make plans to help us spread holiday cheer with the "Fill the Train" toy drive at the Best Friend Train Museum! This initiative supports Toys for Tots Charleston, SC, bringing joy to children in need. 🤲 Drop off a new, unwrapped toy or book during The Charleston Santa Experience, or at the Visitor Center collection box at 375 Meeting Street, and make your reservation to visit the jolly old elf himself while you're there. Be part of the magic: www.thecharlestonsanta.com. ✨ #GivingTuesday #FillTheTrain #ToysforTots #CharlestonCommunity #ExploreCharleston
It’s time to kick off the holiday season with The Charleston Santa at the Best Friend Train Museum! Starting today, join this magical family experience brought to you by Explore Charleston and the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry. Reserve your free timed-ticket today to: 🎅 Meet Charleston Santa 🛍️ Explore the Elf Emporium gift shop 🎁 Bring a new, unwrapped toy to contribute to our “Fill the Train” initiative supporting Toys for Tots Charleston, SC. We can't wait to see you there: thecharlestonsanta.com. ✨ #Charleston #Community #HolidayEvents #TheCharlestonSanta