In Beaufort County, the atmosphere is more mysterious. South Carolina's Beaufort is pronounced differently than North Carolina's. Both are historic, with similarities and differences. In the Palmetto State's Beaufort, the influence of Hilton Head Island has been mighty. Golf courses are plentiful, as are equestrian stables and hunting preserves.
People here are fierce about sustaining the area's integrity.
The many rivers that flow into the Atlantic keep water-lovers fishing and bird watching. With boat races, parades and concerts, the event focuses on what makes the entire coast of the Carolinas so special. Aida Rogers has worked in newspapers, magazines, legal newsletters and television. The USC graduate and Lexington, SC native currently is managing editor of Sandlapper, The Magazine of South Carolina, for which she writes a column about the most popular restaurants in The Palmetto State.