Back from Hilton Head
 

Back from beautiful Hilton Head Island. For those who do not know, HHI is a fancy schmancy barrier island off the coast of southern South Carolina. It's between Charleston, SC and Savannah, GA (though closer to Savannah). It is approximately 260 miles from Valencia/Ciardi abode, which we (the X5 and I) covered in three hours flat! :D

It still amazes me how well and easily this car "cruises" at 90-95 MPH -- which, if you do some quick math is pretty much what I was doing (traffic-permitting) to cover that distance in three hours. Now, she badly needs a bath.

Anyway, if anyone is ever down in this area, I recommend you visit HHI. It's pricey, but worth it. No crowds, great eating, wonderful beaches, and some amazing resorts. :thumbup:

Juan

I am actually planning a trip to Savannah later this year. Hilton Head island is on my list:)

I love HHI although I havent been in about 2 years. For those who havent been, it is also know as a golfers paradise. If you are not a golfer, there is still plenty to do there.

My dad lives in Hilton Head, so I've been there many times... Fantastic little place! :thumbup:

I agree. HH is a great little place. The weather this weekend in HH was absolutely spectacular considering a hurricane right off the coast. You are right, cruising at 90-95 in the X5 is smooth and rock solid. Makes the vacation last all the way until you pull in your driveway. :thumbup:

Love SC, but can't stand the heat and humidity from May-Aug - Shot my first eagle on HHI ... I can't believe it's been over 30 yrs ago! - 35th college reunion next year in Charleston - Seems I have more relatives in SC than NJ now, everyone moves and ends up down there - How was the golfing? - I imagine there are alot more courses now then when I was last there.

I did not golf. I gave up golf two years ago -- was not good for my blood pressure -- and took up tennis again. The CEO and I went there on a "propecting mission" (looking at "Vacation Clubs" AKA time shares).

The weather WAS gorgeous, though, AND the island was pretty much empty. Kids are back at school and a hurricane hanging around the area surely had a lot to do with it.

Great place.

Juan

Like I said, I love it down there :thumbup: - Am looking for a townhouse in the Charleston/Summerville area to use for visits and to store my van on the east coast - Starting to tire of the cross country driving twice (sometimes 3x ) a year - Of course now that I have my X5, I may have to sell the van and buy another X5 for the east coast driving :D - My sister lives in Hollywood (SC) and stores a car for a friend in Canada for $1 a day - She told me since I'm family, she will only charge me $2 a day :rofl: :bustingup :rofl: - Think I'll find my own place where other friends/relatives can use when I'm not in town. :)