South Carolina has some beautiful beaches. From the iconic 60-mile stretch of Grand Strand and Myrtle Beach to the gorgeous barrier islands of Seabrook and Isle of Palms, the coastline around Charleston is a beach-lovers paradise. But while Charleston, nicknamed the Holy City, is steeped in history and boasts one of America’s longest cable-stay bridges, its popularity as a vacation destination does mean that the nearby beaches can get crowded. The golf courses, tennis courts, and fancy hotels of Kiawah Island mean that finding peace and quiet here can be a challenge, and even the laid-back, bohemian vibes of Folly Beach come with crowds.