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There is so much to do on Hilton Head Island that you just don't stop. Check out how much fun my best friend from high school and I had with her daughter! There are not even any photos of our hours of pool time. Click on the photos to enlarge them.

Look, Mom.... CHOPSTICKS!

Look, Mom.... CHOPSTICKS!

She is a natural! I know adults that still can't pick up food with chopsticks.


Hibachi at Kurama's

Hibachi at Kurama's

On our first night we were starved for a huge meal! Off to Kurama's we went. The food was delicious and the entertainment was a hit! Be sure to check out the sushi bar. Click here for directions.... http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=5+Palmetto+Bay+road,+Hilton+Head+Island,+SC+29928&ie=UTF8&z=15&ll=32.156431,-80.763674&spn=0.021618,0.048838&om=1


Let's Go!

Let's Go!

When Captain Sammi is in charge you had better hold on!


Look!  Dolphin!

Look! Dolphin!

We have an abundance of wildlife on the Island. Check out this nosy dolphin... There are dolphin tours that go out of Palmetto Bay Marina and Broad Creek Marina. Check it out... http://cm.informationpages.com/sys/pageserver.dll?b=1100&p=5&s=0&f=&gp=&go=marina#0


The Best Lighthouse View!

The Best Lighthouse View!

The best way to see the Harbourtown Lighthouse is from the water!


Can We Go FAST Now?!

Can We Go FAST Now?!

If you come to the Island you really need to see it from the ocean to appreciate the true beauty.


Beach! Beach! Beach!

Beach! Beach! Beach!

Hilton Head Island beaches are the best because we have hard sand and the ocean does not get deep that fast. It is great for biking, sunning and letting the children play without fear of them going in over their heads quickly.


Live Music at the Tiki Hut

Live Music at the Tiki Hut

The Tiki Hut is an Island Tradition. It is located at the Holiday Inn Oceanfront and has volleyball, beach music and great coctails! The rumor has it that it may not be around much longer... better hurry! Click here for location.... http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=1+South+Forest+Beach,+Hilton+Head+Island,+SC+29928&ie=UTF8&z=17&ll=32.141947,-80.752302&spn=0.005405,0.012209&om=1


The Tiki Hut sign

The Tiki Hut sign

Check out the ocean behind it!


Turtles and Heron and Fishies... Oh My!

Turtles and Heron and Fishies... Oh My!

As we were walking home from dinner at Amigo's (great local mexican food) we passed by a woman and her son feeding the turtles and fish. They were feeding them bread and the heron was feeding on the fish.... eeek! Click here for Amigo's location... http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=78+pope,+Hilton+Head+Island,+SC+29928&ie=UTF8&z=17&ll=32.143314,-80.75435&spn=0.005405,0.012209&om=1


Let's Shop!!

Let's Shop!!

We spent a few hours walking around Coligny Plaza. We stuffed our own teddy bear, Zoie, and browsed tee shirt shops and toy stores. We also walked over for breakfast at Skillets one morning. The french toast is delish! Click on this link for directions.... http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=1+North+Forest+Beach,+Hilton+Head+Island,+SC+29928&ie=UTF8&z=17&ll=32.142987,-80.750585&spn=0.005405,0.012209&om=1


Sea Pines Tree House

Sea Pines Tree House

Sea Pines at Harbourtown has the best playground. It is choc full of swings, slides, climbing structures and this great tree house. Be careful though... your child may want you to build them the same in your backyard! Here is the link to directions to Harbourtown... http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=145+Lighthouse+Rd,+Hilton+Head+Island,+SC+29928&ie=UTF8&z=15&om=1


Lifelike Statues in Harbourtown

Lifelike Statues in Harbourtown

After shopping in Harbourtown we took a little rest on the bench between the shops and the yachts. This statue is so great that the kids are not sure if he is real or not.


The Flowers are Still Blooming!

The Flowers are Still Blooming!


Bird Watching

Bird Watching

South Beach Marina in Sea Pines is great for shopping, sightseeing and dining. The Salty Dog is a definite hot spot on the Island. Plus... the kids love watching the birds playing in the trees while they enjoy their ice cream. Click here for directions... http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=220+South+Sea+Pines+Drive,+Hilton+Head+Island,+SC&ie=UTF8&z=15&ll=32.114331,-80.823154&spn=0.021628,0.048838&om=1