Can there be anything dreamier than a good ol’-fashioned Southern road trip. Spectacular scenery, some of America’s most beautiful small cities, a plethora of outdoor activities and foodie feasts, and back roads empty for miles. The open road is calling. Time to answer, y’all! Bravo TV

There’s a good reason Charleston is consistently ranked as one of the country’s top destinations — from a bustling food and bar scene to hot hotel openings, history galore, and world-class shopping, you’ll find something for everyone in the coastal South Carolina city. http://blog.forbestravelguide.com/spending-two-perfect-days-in-charleston-2  

Pass on Nashville. Forget Brooklyn. Say “later” to Charlottesville. Charleston is your best bet for a weekend escape. Just an hour’s flight from D.C. (with daily directs on major airlines ranging from Southwest and Jet Blue to American and United), you can head south and be on the beach or at the shops by noon – making it even easier to access than Dewey Beach DC Refined