We've Done it Again!

The accolades just keep on coming for Charleston. Like winning - for the third time in a row from Condé Nast Traveler magazine - the #1 City destination in the U.S. And while we say "thank you... again!" You cannot help but wonder what does all of this really mean to and for our city?

Charleston's economy does rely heavily on tourism... but most of the residents are not involved in that business at all. We are doctors, laborers, mechanics, Realtors, marketers, lawyers, designers, and the list goes on and on. 

The Pineapple Fountain at Waterfront Park

We live downtown, on James Island, Johns Island, Mt Pleasant, Daniel Island, Awendaw, Kiawah, Seabrook and many other wonderful parts of greater Charleston. 

So how do these designations effect us and why should we be so proud? Well the publicity that goes along with them is national and actually since Condé Nast Traveler is an international publication we are talked about around the globe. So with people hearing all about what a beautiful, "hospitable" city we are, travelers make plans to come to our city and spend their money here. Those dollars are taxed and we use that revenue to improve our roads, schools, public buildings, and other essential services.

When you're downtown driving the busy streets or weaving through crowded sidewalks, remember that even though we all feel somewhat territorial about our precious city, since it's now opened up to the world it's up to us to be ambassadors of patience and good will... even though we may lose our own patience once in a while!

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Condé Nast Traveler