Palmera Compass | Fall/Winter 2023

FALL / WINTER 2023

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8 HERE'S THE CATCH Learn more about where to fish, what's biting, and if a private fishing charter is the best option for you.

9 NEED A RIDE?

Explore the south end by street-legal golf carts.

10-11 FOR THE LOVE OF SPORTS All about traveling for sports fans!

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Palmera Vacation Club helps members create customized vacation experiences year after year, with opportunities to return to Hilton Head Island or other great destinations worldwide.

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WITH PALMERA Want to know what's happening on Hilton Head Island during your upcoming vacation? Or are you wanting to plan around a certain season's festivals and events? For island updates and advice on how to make the most out of your vacation, check out the Palmera GO page on your membership portal.

Stay with us at one of our four worldclass resorts on Hilton Head Island. Our resorts are all Gold Crown and Top Awarded accommodations.

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SMART STAYS Find highly discounted rates to be booked within 45 days or less at one of the four Palmera resorts.

Not only can Palmera Vacation Club members plan yearly trips to Hilton Head, members can take advantage of the RCI Exchange or Quest Travel Club to plan amazing vacations to destinations around the globe. Find inspiration by watching seasonal Palmera GO travel videos, or view our collection of Destination Highlights for tips on planning your vacation. The list is continually growing, but here are some examples of highlighted locations: Aruba Asheville Branson Cape Cod

Charleston Galveston Gatlinburg Jamaica

Lake Tahoe Myrtle Beach Nashville Pompano Beach

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Enjoy discounted nightly stays and access to private suites on Hilton Head Island.

Want to look back at previous digital copies of the Palmera Compass? Find the link on the Palmera GO page!

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ISLAND ITINERARY IDEAS

For Whatever the Weather

INDOOR GAMES & ACTIVITIES

2.Chronic Golf:

3. Escape Island:

(833) 987-4653 | mychronicgolf.com 59A New Orleans Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

(843) 802-0063 | escapeislandhhi.com 2600 Main St. Suite 103, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

This indoor multi-sport simulation sports bar is a fun spot for all ages and abilities. Reserve a simulator bay for your group, choose from a large list of games and over 125 virtual golf courses, and enjoy a snack, meal, or drink from the full-service menu.

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Atomic Virtual Reality Arcade: Explore one of more

than 40 virtual experiences with other players from around the world! The minimum player age is 10-years-old.

(843) 505-7182 | atomicvrhhi.com 38 Gateway Cir #200, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Friends, families, and groups will need to follow the clues, work together as a team, and solve the mystery before it's too late! Escape Island offers different storylines based on levels of difficulty that last exactly 60 minutes.

4.The Art Cafe:

This paint-your-own pottery studio is a fun activity for all ages. With tons of pieces to choose from, this activity is a great way to let your creativity shine! Visit early in the week so your masterpiece has time to dry before pick up.

(843) 785-5525 | artcafehhi.com | 5 Lagoon Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

GUIDED TOURS & DAY TRIPS

5.Old Town Trolley Tours: 6. Sea Island Carriage Company: .

With plenty of different tours to choose from, sightseeing in Savannah, Georgia, has never been easier. Hop on and off at any of the 16 stops around the historic city to learn about more than 100 points of interest!

Free parking is (855) 245-8992 trolleytours.com/savannah included!

234 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Savannah, GA 31401

Take in the beauty of Beaufort, South Carolina, and learn of its early days of Spanish Occupation, the Revolutionary and Civil War periods, and more, all from a charming horsedrawn carriage.

Discovery 7. Coastal Museum:

(843) 476-7789 | seaislandcarriagecompany.com 930 Bay Street, Beaufort, SC 29902

Those of all ages will love a trip to this Smithsonian affiliate. Located on historic, Honey Horn Plantation, guests can explore the grounds on their own or on a guided tour.

(843) 689-6767 | coastaldiscovery.org 70 Honey Horn Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Head History 8.Hilton Tours:

A great activity for both beautiful and rainy days, join in on a guided tour throughout the island by motor coach. Led by expert guides and local historians, you'll learn more about the Lowcountry's rich heritage.

(843) 949-0144 | hiltonheadhistorytours.com 1 Mitchelville Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

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GOLF COURSES ON HILTON HEAD ISLAND

Often considered one of the best locations to go golfing in the country, Hilton Head Island has more than 26 championship golf courses that can be played year-round.

Oyster Reef Golf Club (843) 681-1750 hiltonheadgolf.net 155 High Bluff Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

This championship course designed by Rees Jones has been voted one of the Top 20 courses in the Carolinas. Expect gorgeous greens and scenic views of the island and Port Royal Sound.

Port Royal Golf & Racquet Club (843) 681-1750 hiltonheadgolf.net 10 Clubhouse Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Named Golf Digest Magazine's "Top 75 U.S. Golf Resorts," Port Royal offers two gorgeous 18-hole courses, Barony and Robber's Row. Pete Dye redesigned Robber's Row in 1994.

Shipyard Golf Club (843) 681-1750 hiltonheadgolf.net 45 Shipyard Drive, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

The Shipyard Golf Club features 3 courses to choose from: the Galleon, Clipper, and Brigantine courses.

Each hold their own specific challenges and are surrounded by the scenic Lowcountry landscape.

Palmetto Hall & Country Club (843) 681-1750 hiltonheadgolf.net 108 Fort Howell Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Both of the courses at Palmetto Hall give all players the true Hilton Head championship golf experience.

With 36 holes to play in total, the Arthur Hill and Robert Cupp courses are immersed in natural beauty,

Dolphin Head Golf Club (843) 681-5550 dolphinheadgc.com 56 High Bluff Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Located on the north end of the island, this local favorite was designed by Gary Player in 1974. The front nine and back nine give two very different looks, making this course a unique experience for players.

Bear Creek Golf Club (843) 681-9510 bearcreekhhi.com 237 Whooping Crane Way, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Another Rees Jones design, the Bear Creek Golf Club's Par 72 championship course offers 5 different sets of tees for each level of golfer. This course was also awarded an Audubon Certification from ACSP.

GOLF COURSES IN BLUFFTON Eagle's Point Golf Club

Crescent Pointe Golf Club

(843) 757-5900

(843) 829-5425

hallmarkgolf.com

crescentpointegc.com

1 Eagle Pointe Dr, Bluffton, SC 29909

1 Cres Point Dr, Bluffton, SC 29910

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TENNIS Pickleball

ennis is an extremely popular activity on the island due to the outstanding and wellknown clubs and facilities available, as well as the temperate weather year-round.

The best time to play is during the fall and winter so you can enjoy less humidity and avoid the rainy season.

Sharpen your skills by attending a clinic, or take full advantage of your time by booking a private or semi-private lesson with a tennis pro.

A combination of tennis, badminton, and table tennis, Pickleball continues to gain popularity worldwide, and Hilton Head is no exception!

If you just need a court for free play, check out the public courts at the Chaplin Community Park.

Those new to the game will find plenty of opportunities to try out the sport or practice your skills.

Schedule a lesson or book a court while you're in town to stay active while on vacation and to just have some fun!

Shipyard Location

(843) 785-8388 vandermeertennis.com 19 Deallyon Ave, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Port Royal Golf & Racquet Club (843) 681-1700 hiltonheadgolf.net 10 Clubhouse Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928 Har Tru Clay Courts Rental Equipment Lessons & Clinics Round Robins

Our featured club's information is above, but here are some other clubs that offer courts and lessons:

FEATURED Van Der Meer Tennis Center

FEATURED

(843) 686-8804 116 Shipyard Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

Adventure Cove Mini Golf & Arcade

Palmetto Dunes Tennis & Pickleball Center Sea Pines Racquet Club South Beach Racquet Club

Mini Golf

Legendary Golf

Putt putt pros and families alike will love either of the two mini golf courses at Adventure Cove. The beautiful blue, Paradise Falls, is the easier course, while the Lost Lagoon course will challenge any level of player. Tropical and fun, a trip to Adventure Cove isn't complete without playing a few arcade games or grabbing a quick treat to enjoy.

Equal parts fun and challenging, this Country Club style miniature golf course is beautiful and conveniently located mid-island. Family built and owned for over 37 years, Legendary Golf offers two 18 hole courses across 4 acres, and fun prizes are given to those who score a hole in one! Already affordable, an all-day pass is available for purchase for a great deal. All active law enforcement, military, firefighters, and first responders play for free.

(843) 842-9990 adventurecove.com 18 Folly Field Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

(843) 686-3399

OPEN YEAR-ROUND

legendarygolfhhi.com 900 William Hilton Pkwy, Hilton Head Island, SC 29928

HERE'S THE CATCH: FISHING ON HILTON HEAD ISLAND

Hilton Head Island could possibly be the best place to go fishing in the entire state of South Carolina. There are plenty of different areas to cast your line yearround, and the number of awardwinning fishing charters offered is impressive.

The fall and early winter seasons tend to be more favorable due to cooler temperatures. Not only is it more comfortable for you to enjoy a cooler morning with lower humidity, but the fish like it too! With cooler water temperatures, fish will more likely be more active and take the bait more often.

You'll have great odds at catching plenty of Redfish, Sea Trout, Sheepshead and Flounder from September to April.

As always, you'll need to read up on the rules and regulations before heading out. Those 16-years and over must have a license, which you can purchase at gooutdoorssouthcarolina.com.

Fishing in designated swimming areas on Hilton Head beaches is prohibited from April through September. Pay attention to all posted regulations at any public dock or fishing pier.

PRO TIP Fish will be feeding during the fall, so you'll get more bites! Schools of fish are known to be found in the fall and winter around shipwrecks in the surrounding waters.

WHERE TO DROP A LINE Jarvis Creek Park Fishing Dock

Pinckney Island Fishing Pier

Charles C. Haigh Fishing Pier

FRESHWATER POND LARGEMOUTH BASS BLUEGILL

SALTWATER ONLY, FRESHWATER FISHING IS PROHIBITED

SALTWATER FISHING BOAT LANDING FREE PARKING

Jarvis Creek Park Fishing Dock

Fishing charters are truly the best way to make the most out of your fishing experience during your visit to Hilton Head Island.

Globally recognized, Captain Kurt Jetter of Aqua Excursions is one of the 34 best charter fishing captains in the world, according to FishingBooker.

Enjoy a few hours out on the beautiful Atlantic Ocean or in the pristine inland waterways.

Complete with all of the necessary gear and valid fishing licenses included, you only have to climb aboard and focus on fishing!

Aqua Excursions offers private fishing charters, shark fishing, dolphin tours, and boat tours.

(305) 393-5781 aquaexcursions.net

NEED A RIDE?

STREET-LEGAL GOLF CART RENTALS

Explore the south end of the island on your very own 4- or 6-passenger golf cart.

Need a set of wheels during your Hilton Head vacation?

Street-legal golf cart rentals might be the perfect option for your group!

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Regardless if you need a rental car substitute, or you're just wanting to rent one out for the day or afternoon, there are so many ways that either a 4- or 6passenger golf cart can be useful during your stay.

If golf carts aren't your style, Wheelz of Hilton Head has rental beach cruisers, specialty bikes and other attachments available.

Built-in Storage

Learn more by scanning the QR code below.

(843) 842-4445 rentwheelz.com

TIME TO EXPLORE! Here are just a few of the places you can discover on a golf cart:

1 Executive Park Rd, HHI, SC 29928

Coligny Plaza

Coligny Beach Park

Palmetto Bay Marina

This shopping center is a hub of great dining, shopping, and scheduled live entertainment.

You'll also find local seafood and great Lowcountry souvenirs for friends at home at the Piggly Wiggly.

One of the most popular beaches on the island, and only steps away from Coligny Plaza, and Lowcountry Celebration Park.

You'll find many festivals and events in this area.

Situated on Broad Creek, you'll find delicious dining options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, as well as live music when the sun goes down. This marina may also be where your kayak tour or dolphin cruise begins.

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sports

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uper fan or not, nothing beats seeing all of the action in person!

Sometimes it's as easy as buying a ticket to see your local professional or college team play.

Other times, you might find yourself watching a game or tournament on the TV thinking, "Someday I'll get to see this live." Most of the time, the host locations are just gorgeous in general, and that's reason alone to visit, don't you think?

SEE IT FOR YOURSELF

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK

Where to begin? Other than the hundreds of other reasons NYC is popular to visitors, fans also are known to travel into the city to see a professional football, hockey, soccer, or baseball game.

Tours of stadiums and arenas like Yankee Stadium and Madison Square Garden are also very popular.

DAYTONA BEACH, FL Many people visit Daytona Beach for the 23 miles of beautiful coastline, but racing fans would say otherwise. The Daytona International Speedway is home to one of the most famous races in the world, the Daytona 500.

Here are some ideas of destinations that sports fans will love!

IN THE U.S.A LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY Home of the Kentucky Derby, the well-known horse race at Churchill Downs is said to bring in more than 150,000 fans for the big event. Visitors can walk through the Kentucky Derby Museum year-round, or watch another horse race with a delicious mint julep in hand.

Speaking of museums, the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory is a great stop for baseball fans who want to tour the facility and get their own mini bat!

The Muhammad Ali Center is an interactive way to get inspired and learn more about the champion's legendary life.

For almost three weeks out of the year, tennis fans flock by the hundreds of thousands to attend the U.S. Open, played at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

Watching a softball game may not be on your to-do list, but every year, different leagues such as the Broadway Show and New York Media Leagues face their opponents at Heckscher Ballfields in Central Park.

Do the team names, BuzzFeed and Aladdin sound familiar?

AUGUSTA, GA It's always a special occasion for golf fans to attend the Masters Tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club, and still remains a dream for many. Why not make that dream a reality?

Although you can't play the Augusta course unless you're a member, anyone can play the following tournament's course on HHI.

INTERNATIONAL

SPORTS IN

SAVANNAH, GA

DESTINATIONS TORONTO, CANADA

Celebrate the history and legacy of hockey, at the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto. With interactive exhibits, visitors are able to see the Stanley Cup up close!

The Aviva Centre is a multipurpose complex that is home to the Rogers Cup and Canadian Open, as well as live entertainment and other sports' tournaments and championships besides tennis.

SAVANNAH BANANAS

SAVANNAH GHOST PIRATES

Tickets might be hard to come by for this not-so-normal baseball team, but it is oh so worth it. Known to put on a show complete with choreographed dances and other hilarious antics, this Savannah team is gaining nation-wide popularity, fast!

The newest addition to Savannah sports, the Ghost Pirates are a professional minor league team in the ECHL. Home to the 2024 ECHL All Star Classic, the Enmarket Arena also offers public ice skating at a reasonable price, set to begin in October.

MONTE CARLO, MONACO

BARCELONA, SPAIN

Known as the capital of motor sports for hosting the famous Monaco Grand Prix, Monte Carlo is home to many more sports.

The district hosts a tennis tournament dating back to 1887, the Herculis Meeting, the Monte Carlo Show-Jumping Competition and the International Swimming Meeting,

Reopening in November 2024, sports fans will definitely want to stop for a visit at Spotify Camp Nou, FC Barcelona's home for more than 66 years. Current immersive virtual tours are available at the new Barça Museum.

Add team sports into the mix, and this Principality is a mecca of prestigious sporting events.

Visitors are able to explore the site of the 1992 Olympic Games in Montjuïc. Not only can you view the museum, but you can actually see the grounds as well.

UPCOMING OLYMPIC GAMES SUMMER 2024

WINTER 2026

Paris, France

Milan & Cortina

The Summer Olympics will be here before you know it, and we know there will definitely be an uptick of interest in traveling to the beautiful, City of Light.

d'Ampezzo, Italy

Paris is one of those trips of a lifetime that you'll never forget, and the excitement of the summer games will probably last for months after the event's end.

Italy's third Olympic Winter Games will feature the gorgeous city of Milan and the stunning Cortina d'Ampezzo, a ski resort town in Northern Italy.

The 2026 games will be the first that is held in two host cities in two regions. We're sure travelers will want to add them to their must-see list!