Hey I love Charleston, too, and lived in Wyoming for a summer while I was working in Yellowstone. I spent as much time in the Tetons as possible while I was there and LOVED every minute. Came back about a year later in the Winter and got to see the town covered in snow- equally as cool if not more so. If you're new to the area I would definitely suggest hitting Cade's Cove in Tennessee. It's about halfway between Knoxville and Asheville on HWY 40. There is a 9 or 11 mile loop there (can't remember exactly) with lots of open space and cool, historic landmarks along the way (an old church, a mill, and at least one barn). The only way I've ever done this loop is on bike, at night, under a full moon. It's amazing and best experienced with a small group of nutty friends. There is a campground at the beginning of the loop so when you're done you just bike to your tent and pass out. Bring the right pack of people and you're guaranteed a night that you'll never forget!

Alright--as far as coastal towns, I love Beaufort, NC. Beaufort is right across the bridge from Atlantic Beach (another definite favorite) and is home to cobblestone streets, acoustic guitar players and The Blue Moon Bistro--one of my favorite fresh seafood restaurants in NC. North Carolina beaches rule--they haven't changed much over the past 20 years with the exception of a cheezy Wings store or two. Man--I can't wait for summer. But since i moved to Atlanta, I need to start looking a little further south than NC. here's beaufort--

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Hey, thanks for all the suggestions! Love the pic! I'll have to do some traveling soon. :-)