The Midlands and Upstate Travel Guide
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Guidebooks
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Fodor's The Carolinas & Georgia
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South Carolina's Midlands, between the coastal Lowcountry and the mountains, is a varied region of swamps and flowing rivers, fertile farmland—perfect for horse raising—and hardwood and pine forests. Lakes have wonderful fishing, and the many state parks are popular for hiking, swimming, and camping. Small old towns with mansions-turned-bed-and-breakfasts are common, and the many public gardens provide islands of color during most of the year.
The Midlands and Upstate Hotels
Your best bet is to stay in an area inn or B&B. Count on just a handful of rooms, family favorites for breakfast, and, if you're lucky, a garden for...read more
Fodor's Choice
The Midlands and Upstate Restaurants
Most of the smaller towns have at least one dining choice that might surprise you with its take on sophisticated fare. Larger cities such as Columbia and...read more
Fodor's Choice
Things To Do in The Midlands and Upstate
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in The Midlands and Upstate
- $148* & up -- Nationwide Flights thru Fall on American, R/T American Airlines
News & Features
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Trip Ideas
From backpackers to businessmen, luxury seekers to religious pilgrims, all kinds of travelers are draw... Read more
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Trip Ideas
Ask around and most people will tell you to spend as short a layover as possible in Athens before booking... Read more
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News, Hotels
When an Aman Resort opens, we come running.... Read more
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