This has been a good run in every respect, length of time, sea conditions and perfect docking.

Hilton Head to Charleston was the perfect length of time and NM. The area is filled with many shoals that reach far out into the ocean making it very treacherous for boaters. Our course was way out to sea in order to avoid all of that and stay on the safe side of the journey. Sunny skies and winds coming out of SW made the ride comfortable even though the big rollers were still with us coming from SE directing our momentum. After a 4 hour run we arrived at the inlet to Charleston and the Ashley river forcefully pushing it’s way out to the ocean. Our rout led us past the famous Ft. Sumter standing strong and proud through centuries of it’s history.

The site of the majestic old mansions of past times representing the glory days of the Old South very visible and still standing proud. The resting place for two nights is a well kept City Marina of Charleston. Just as we washed down the boat a black cloud came about and the downpour started. It continued for hours but that did not deter us from going to Cap. Tom’s favorite restaurant Le Rue de Jean. The seafood and all the braised dishes were superb indeed.

Upon our arrival we were met by Michael, our grandson, and Katie who were kind enough to drive down from Charlotte and spend some time with us here in the historic city of Charleston. It was a great visit and a good times spent talking, walking and eating.

A full day it was indeed! Looking forward to one more day in this famous old city of