Traveling with little ones doesn’t have to mean skipping out on charm or culture. In South Carolina’s Old 96 District, Abbeville and Edgefield counties welcome families with open arms, historic backdrops, and just the right pace for exploring with a toddler in tow. Here’s a two-day itinerary full of small-town treasures, tasty bites, and memory-making…
There’s nothing quite like experiencing the joys of different farms on a road trip! Especially when traveling with family and children, few would pass up the opportunity to pet friendly farm animals or pick fresh fruits right off the vine. Because many of these farms have tight hours and we want you to enjoy each…
If you’ve been to South Carolina before, you know there’s little we love more than good food. When it comes to tasting Southern culture, barbecue packs in a lot. It blends traditional family secrets, regional diversity and fresh innovation, unlike any other cuisine. Barbecue sauce may as well run in our veins (though depending on…
When it comes to the holidays, nothing beats celebrating the season in a small town. The festivities, the warmth of the locals and the atmosphere are so welcoming, setting the mood for a memorable getaway. I had the opportunity to sample some of the holiday happenings in the Old 96 District with my kids, and…
Spending the weekend with my family, jumping from different holiday hometowns in the Old 96 District of South Carolina, was a great way to get me into the holiday spirit for Christmas. We pulled into Greenwood late Friday afternoon, where we checked into the Inn on the Square. My first impression of the inn was…
I knew I was in for treat when a doe and her fawn greeted me upon my arrival to Calhoun Falls State Park. There’s a long drive through piney woods to reach the park, filled with wildlife and the sounds of birds, so by the time I reached the pristine waters of Lake Russell, I…
Margie Blalock has always talked to those in the ether. The resident of Ninety Six never shared the spirits she witnessed because kids either didn’t believe her or made fun of her psychic abilities. When she became an adult, and perhaps due to the proliferation of ghost tales on TV and in literature, Margie embraced…
By Lisa Sokolowski, founder/blogger, DrugstoreDivas.net Love is in the air… all year round in the Old 96 District. So no matter what the season, it’s the season of love. And if you’re looking for someone to go on a date, there are a ton of options in the area. We’re not just talking about…
By Lisa Sokolowski, founder/blogger, DrugstoreDivas.net Winter means colder temperatures. Yes, the Old 96 District is in the south … but not south enough to avoid all the frigid temperatures that Old Man Winter brings. And so, there’s a tendency to make like a bear and hibernate during the winter. Which would be a shame,…
By Hayley Hutson One of my favorite things about living in North Carolina is the abundance of charming towns within a few hours’ drive. From major players like Asheville and Charleston to hidden gems like South Carolina’s Old 96 District, there’s a worthwhile destination for every type of traveler. This fall, my fiancé and I…