Hilton Head Island was first ecologically-planned destination in The United States. Light pollution ordinances are in effect across island to protect habits of loggerhead turtles which sometimes confuse lights of dwellings and street lights with that of ocean. Protections are in place to protect beautiful live oaks and palmetto trees which cover island. Salt marshes, beaches and lagoons remain in pristine condition across island. While modern conveniences such as shopping malls and five star hotels are widely available; care has been taken to blend these structures into native ecology as much as possible.

The 2.5 million travelers who arrive annually to Hilton Head Island find an infinite variety of activities and reasons for visiting. Whether they are searching for a world class golf vacation, relaxing on miles of sandy beaches or enjoying gentle sway of palm trees in unspoiled nature, a stay on Hilton Head Island is sure to pleasethe most discerning of vacationers.

Hilton Head Island is home to Heritage Classic golf championship and Celebrity golf tournament. With an average yearly temperature of 70 degrees, visitors to island are sure to enjoy year round golf on any of 24 golf courses located on Hilton Head. There are also another 40 golf courses to be found in thesurrounding area, just a short distance from island.

Tennis enthusiasts can enjoy many professional courts available on Hilton Head. With over 300 courts to chose from there is no shortage of playing opportunities. Professional tennis instructors are also available to those wishing to improve their games.

With over twelve miles of sandy beaches overlooking Atlantic Ocean, water lovers will find that Hilton Head Island is a coastal paradise. Whether you just want to relax in sun or try your hand at scuba diving, waterskiing or dolphin watching there's is something for everyone on island. Fishing charters, kayak tours, wind-surfing, island cruises and all manner of water activities are available.

If you really want to see island consider renting a bicycle from one of numerous bike rental outfits.With miles of bike paths available, many of which take you through nature preserves, this is truly an enjoyable way to experience natural splendor of island. At low tide, beaches of Hilton Head make an excellent bike riding surface.

Over 250 restaurants of every price range and cuisine dot island. Fresh seafood abounds. From five star formal restaurants to fast food and everything in between, every taste and budget is catered to here.

There are a variety of accommodations available in several price ranges. From hotels to villas, condos to timeshares, you are sure to find lodging which fits your taste and budget.

A few things to watch out for, traffic, pollen, bugs, alligators.

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