Going to Charleston...

[Shufdog]

If you get a chance, go to R B's Seafood. It's not far outside of Charleston in Mt. Pleasant. It' a really cool place right on the water and people can bring their dogs in the restaurant with them.

People drive right up to the restaurant on their boats to eat there. (some high dollar ones I might add) You'll probably see a few dolphins too! The kids will like the dogs, boats and dolphins.

[Johnny Rockets]

This is what I was expecting... thanks for the honesty... hopefully I can snake a top bunk.

I am sure most people have a great time. It was just not a good experience for me. My son was hanging out with one of his friends and his friends mom was one of the most annoying people I have encoutered in life. I think that set the tone for the day. I am sure you will enjoy it and it is good father/son bonding and the history there is unique.

[GritsRgreat]

Its not about you so make it fun for the kids.

[bredy087]

I did that in scouts when I was a kid. SOOOO MUCH FUN! Well at least for me. It should be a blast for him.

[Johnny Rockets]

oh yeah...and watch your head. I don't know how many times I banged mine into a metal pipe or something as I tried to keep up with the kids zipping through those tight passageways.

[Darth Biscuit]

Yeah I think it will be a great trip... thanks for the info guys, I'm leaving now to go down there... :D

[CharlotteBeer.com]

the low country food is outstanding. wifey and I visited while in college, and I had THE BEST seafood omelet I have ever had there. the ghost walk we went on was also really cool.

Anytime someone mentions Charleston, all I can think about is the food (and beer, of course). There are so many great things to do down there, and I've visited Fort Sumter a few times, but you would be remiss if you didn't have some good shrimp n' grits while you're down there. :p

[Hawk]

yup...only been to Charleston a couple evenings to eat and drink

[Kettle]

Anytime someone mentions Charleston, all I can think about is the food (and beer, of course). There are so many great things to do down there, and I've visited Fort Sumter a few times, but you would be remiss if you didn't have some good shrimp n' grits while you're down there. :p

i tried some with sausage in it. delish.

[CharlotteBeer.com]

i tried some with sausage in it. delish.

That's what I love about shrimp 'n grits -- they can be prepared a myriad of ways, and they are all delicious.

Charleston's S.N.O.B.'s (Slightly North of Broad) are some of the best I've had.

[MadHatter]

I slept on the battleship once with my son's scout troop.

Will NEVER happen again. Most unconfortable tnight's sleep I hae ever had.

[blackcatgrowl]

A couple years ago, I was down there for a business trip. I had to be there Friday through Monday, but Sunday was a "down" day. So I spent about 6 hours hanging out at Patriots Point.

I visited every open section of the Yorktown. It's an amazing ship. There so much history on it. It really does make you think about the sacrifices of that generation. It's also astonishing that they had such elaborate technology 60 years ago.

Make sure you check out the other vessels too. They aren't as impressive, but they are cool to walk around.

[Kitten Diver]

Get a low bunk and make sure there is a small kid above you. If you have back problems go ahead and make your chiropractor appt for Monday morning. Take lots of Nyquil as well.

[Darth Biscuit]

Well I made it back... thanks for the advice guys... and thanks to a good set of ear plugs it really wasn't all that bad, I actually slept thru the night in the bunk. It was pretty tight quarters... 70 bunks in one room. I have a whole new respect for our guys that serve in the Navy.

The kids seemed to really enjoy it and I ended up getting some great Mt Pleasant seafood out of the deal.

This was the view from my bunk...