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Unique Things to Do in Charleston SC That Most Visitors Never Find
Skip the crowds. Discover unique things to do in Charleston SC, from a working tea farm to hidden gardens, historic landmarks and island lighthouses.
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The Best Time to Visit Charleston SC, Season by Season
Wondering about the best time to visit Charleston SC? Explore each season in the Lowcountry and find out why the Charleston Tea Garden belongs on your itinerary.
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Camellia Sinensis: Meet the One Plant Behind Every True Tea
Every true tea comes from Camellia sinensis. The growers at North America's oldest tea garden explain the plant, its varieties, and how it thrives in South Carolina.
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Things to Do in Charleston with Kids (That Aren't Another History Tour)
Charleston does history beautifully, but when you’ve got kids in tow, sometimes you need an adventure that goes beyond another walking tour. From beaches and ancient oak trees to hands-on attractions and the only working tea farm in America, there are plenty of family-friendly ways to experience the Lowcountry. Discover our favorite things to do in Charleston with kids—and why a visit to the Charleston Tea Garden should be at the top of your list.
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How to Make Sweet Tea: Real Southern Sweet Tea, Straight from the Tea Farm
A true Southern sweet tea recipe from Charleston Tea Garden, the largest tea farm in America. The right tea, the right steep, and one old secret.
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Johns Island SC and Wadmalaw Island Things to Do: A Local's Guide
Heading past downtown Charleston? Here's how locals spend a day on Johns Island and Wadmalaw Island, from the Angel Oak to North America's oldest tea garden.
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