Travel + Leisure readers have once again voted Charleston one of the top cities in the U.S. and Kiawah Island among the top 15 Best Islands in the Continental U.S. Here's what makes this stretch of the Lowcountry keep earning national recognition, and how to experience it for yourself.
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Kiawah Island's Turtle Patrol Hatch Update
Every summer on Kiawah Island, South Carolina, something remarkable happens. Along our scenic beaches, sea turtles emerge and make their way to the ocean.
Read MoreAll About Kiawah's Bottlenose Dolphins
Kiawah is home to one of the ocean's most beautiful creatures, the Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin. Learn more about these majestic marine mammals and how you can see them on your Kiawah Island vacation.
Read MoreSea Turtle Season on Kiawah Island
Every year between May and September, loggerhead sea turtles come to the beaches of Kiawah Island to nest. In fact, there are...
Read MoreCharleston Named South’s Best City (Again!)
The South has spoken! Charleston, South Carolina, has once again been crowned the #1 City in the South by Southern Living, and Kiawah Island has also been nominated as a Top Beach Destination.
Read MoreNominated Best Real Estate Company in Charleston
Akers Ellis Real Estate has been named a finalist for Best Real Estate Company in the 2026 Charleston City Paper Best of Charleston Awards. This recognition reflects the trust our clients place in us across Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, Johns Island, and the greater Charleston area. Learn more about how to vote and support during the final voting.
Read MoreMonarch Butterfly Migration on Kiawah Island
Each autumn, Kiawah Island becomes a brief home to one of nature’s most inspiring travelers, the Monarch butterfly. These vi...
Read MoreCharleston and Kiawah Earn National Accolades
According to Travel + Leisure’s 2025 World’s Best Awards, Kiawah Island has once again been voted one of the Top 15 Best Islands in the...
Read MoreFreshfields Village Turns 20
Nestled between the serene landscapes of Kiawah and Seabrook Islands lies Freshfields Village, a vibrant community hub that h...
Read MoreBest Seafood Markets in Charleston
Whether you're searching for fresh oysters or Swordfish fillets, Charleston's seafood markets are stocked with the tastiest l...
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