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he Palmetto State offers an exciting, contrasting landscape


comprised of Atlantic Ocean beaches, coastal plains, the Santee River Delta, and the Barrier Islands. Boasting a year round subtropical climate, mild winters and over 200 days of sunshine each year, the state provides an ideal climate for a wide range of holiday activities. From a relaxing beach break, to playing golf, shopping in one of the state’s charming towns or visiting Charleston’s historic sites, you’re sure to find a style of holidaying that suits your taste. The combination of southern hospitality, the barbeque culinary tradition and an extensive year-round festival calendar, makes for a relaxing, healthy break in the great outdoors. Charleston, founded in 1670, is a contemporary city with old world charm. Narrow streets are lined with grand colonial houses and stunning gardens, and the magnificent mansions of "The Battery" look out onto Fort Sumter, site of the first


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STATE SECRET... The first game of golf played in the United States took place in Charleston, South Carolina. The state is now home to over 460 courses ranging from the mountains to the sea, ‘The Golf Capital of the South’ offers challenging play in a spectacular setting.


shots of the Civil War. Meanwhile, Columbia, the state capital, offers a cultural experience with museums, art galleries and the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden.


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DON'T MISS... The new Downtown Myrtle Beach Boardwalk is part of the new efforts the city is taking in order to revamp the old downtown area, giving a new vitality with lovely views of the pristine beach coupled with numerous shops, bars and restaurants along its path.


Hilton Head Island, which has 12


miles of Atlantic Ocean beachfront, is a quiet resort island to the south of Charleston, perfect for those looking to escape it all and relax.


the UK. Daylight saving is observed Weather: Short mild winters with long


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warm summers. Moderate rainfall throughout the year. Spring and autumn provide sunshine without the humidity, and beaches are busy from April to October National/State Parks: 7 International Gateways: Charlotte, Atlanta, New York & Washington


STATE SECRET... Belle Fourche is the geographical centre of the Nation. Designated in 1959 and noted by an official marker and sheepherder's monument called a "Stone Johnnie". Today, a “Center of the Nation” stone monument commemorates the location.


SOUTH DAKOTA The Mount Rushmore State


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outh Dakota is full of stunning contrasts: from the golden


prairies and roaring Falls of the Big Sioux River to the fossil-rich Badlands National Park and majestic Black Hills. From east-to-west, South Dakota is the place to appreciate nature’s beauty. Visit the national treasure of Mount Rushmore as well as the ongoing carving of Crazy Horse. The Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway offers windy roads and dazzling views. Travel the Wildlife Loop in Custer State Park to


see a wide array of wildlife. Experience the Old West in


the gaming town of Deadwood where cobblestone streets, old-style saloons and Wild Bill Hickok reenactments make you feel like you’re truly in 1876. Venture east to Wall Drug, legendary for serving free ice water during the Great Depression. The magnificent Badlands offers a glimpse of rugged, desert-like wilderness. Travel to the capital of Pierre and kayak the Missouri River or go


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DON'T MISS... Travel the George S. Mickelson Trail. This 109-mile trail covers an expansive portion of the Black Hills. The trail follows the old Burlington- Northern railroad line and was inducted into the Rails-to-Trails Hall of Fame. The Trail caters to all ages and abilities.


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boating on Lake Oahe, one of the nation’s largest reservoirs. Visit the one-and-only Corn Palace in Mitchell or attend a festival at Fort Sisseton. Lewis & Clark Lake near Yankton is another popular outdoor recreation area. Your trip to South Dakota will be


full of sightseeing and adventure. The Mount Rushmore State is the place to be for Great Faces and Great Places!


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Population: 754,844 State Capital: Pierre Largest City: Sioux Falls Local time: Central Time and Mountain Time Weather: Spring - rain; Summer -


warm, mostly sunny, thunderstorms; Fall - warm to cool, crisp fall days National/State Parks: 58 International Gateways:


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