From laid back to luxury, Isle of Palms near Charleston, S.C., offers the best of both worlds. It's home to seven miles of public beaches and the private, low country luxury of Wild Dunes Resort. Pack your swimsuit and grab your sunscreen! This comprehensive visitor's guide to Isle of Palms has everything you need for planning the perfect vacation. A Little Bit of Background Isle of Palms, IOP for short, offers visitors a true “beach town” feel. IOP is a barrier island just o

San Sebastián, a unique jewel of Spain’s Northern coast, boasts stunning natural beauty, exceptional gastronomy and a dynamic cultural scene. San Sebastián is a smaller city (population under 200,000) in the Basque region of Spain. From the flying of the Basque flag to culinary traditions, this heritage is a source of pride and ever-present culturally providing unique experiences for all who visit. Palms trees, manicured plazas, topiaries overflowing with flowers and beautif

Long Beach, Calif., just 25 miles south of Los Angeles, is the perfect place to spend a relaxing, hassle-free, day along the Pacific Coast. With almost 500,000 residents, Long Beach is big and thriving, yet still feels warm and comfortable when spending a waterside day in and around the city’s Rainbow Harbor. Here are Take Note & Go’s favorite 7 ways to spend the day in Long Beach. 1. Tour Queen Mary The proud grand dame of Long Beach is the Queen Mary . This former luxury l

Sullivan’s Island, S.C., is a tranquil escape overflowing with history and charm. Just 20 minutes from Charleston, this barrier island is the perfect destination for a relaxing day along the Atlantic coast. Sullivan's Island's iconic lighthouse, also called the "Charleston Light" Sullivan’s Island Background Sullivan’s, as it's typically referred to, was settled in the late 17th century by its namesake Captain Florence O’Sullivan, according town information. Sullivan’s is a b

Mount Pleasant, S.C., a bedroom community of Charleston, is anything but “sleepy.” Great views, great drinks and great adventures are ever present and easy to find. Although a large area with typical suburban sprawl, the community still offers plenty of historic sites, waterfront views, places to convene with nature, and lively spots for food and drink. Follow these tips to curate your perfect day in Mount Pleasant from sunrise to sundown. Vicious Biscuits Get up and get out