Practical Information
Edit ThisHilton Head Island is well known as an upscale destination and is not exactly meant for the budget conscious. However, the discriminating vacationer can find ways to enjoy the island without breaking the bank.
If you are looking to save some money on your vacation to Hilton Head, consider booking your trip during the off season. Try to schedule your Hilton Head vacation for sometime between February or March, before the busy tourist season which begins in April.
You will find that many villa rentals are discounted at this time of year and bargains can be found. The weather on the island this time of year is quite mild, perfect for golf and cycling or shopping.
Check with the Hilton Head Guest Services information booth at the island's Wal-Mart on Saturdays between 3 and 9 pm. Ask about activities and dining.
If you are planning to stay on the island for more than a week and you have more than two people in your group, it may be wise to look into renting a condo or villa.Try to find one near a grocery store and cook your own meals. You will save money by not eating at restaurants every night.
Rentals located on Forest Beach drive are close to the Piggly Wiggly and Bilo grocery shops. Rentals in Sea Pine are close to a Harris Teeter grocery store.
Contributors
October 27, 2005
new
by iszatmary
Natural Blending
Edit ThisThe island's attempts to blend buildings in with natural surroundings,
though worthy of praise, has led to some problems. Many buildings are
hidden from view from the roads. Local laws regarding the reduction of
signage street lights and billboards makes it difficult at times to
find the place that you are looking for, this especially true if
traveling at night. Small mile marker signs dot the highway in an
attempt to provide a point of reference to visitors
The
traffic circles on the island can be a challenge for those not
accustomed to them. Which is just about everyone more..
| type: | Tourist information |
| World66 rating: | 
[rate it] |
Oh - the Pollen
Edit ThisPollen in the area is extremely dense durring the summer months. A fine
greenish-yellow powder covers everything here durring the spring and
summer months. If you have allergies be prepared with a good supply of
anti-histamines and other allergy medicine. In the summer months bugs
are a nuisance on the island.
| type: | Health and Safety |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
Bzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Edit ThisMesquitos are very numerous due to the surrounding marsh lands and
island lagoons. Chiggers are like little ticks that leave a nasty bite,
don't make the mistake of playing with the spanish moss that sometimes
falls from the oak trees, as this moss is often home to nests of
chiggers. No-see-ums are tiny flying insects which are very annoying,
they look like small grey fleas and leave an itchy bite. Sand fleas are
prevelant on the beaches.
If you have never seen a palmetto
bug then you are in for a treat! "Palmetto bug" is a cute sounding name
for what in reality is a more..
| type: | Health and Safety |
| World66 rating: |
[rate it] |
Traffic
Edit ThisTraffic on the island can be very heavy at times, especially durring
tourist season which runs from April to August. If you are planning on
exploring the island your best bet is to rent a bicycle from any of the
many bike rental shops and enjoy the scenery at a leisurly pace instead
of trying to fight the traffic.
| type: | Tourist information |
| World66 rating: | [rate it] |
Bluffton - a wise alternative
Edit ThisIf you are interested in exploring nearby Bluffton expect about an
hours drive time durring peak hours. Route 278 or William Hilton
Parkway is the main road across Hilton Head Island. You will discover
that finding locations on the island can be tricky. The buildings share
similar architecture, green roofs, sand colored siding.
| type: | Tourist information |
| World66 rating: | [rate it] |
