Have a meeting in South Carolina? Don’t leave the state without sampling some of its most iconic foods, like pimento cheese, oysters, shrimp and grits and more.

Atlanta’s Gas South District celebrated the grand reopening of the Gas South Convention Center following a lengthy expansion and renovation that brought an additional 50,000 square feet of convention space, as well as a new junior ballroom, upgraded technology, outdoor plazas, a food hall and more.

Following are some unique Coastal Carolinas offsite event options from Wilmington, North Carolina, to the South Carolina destinations of Myrtle Beach, Charleston and Hilton Head Island that will find attendees enjoying the region’s temperate coastal climes when breaking away from the main meeting facility. 

South Carolina welcomes visitors to two newly renovated properties, while Nashville opens its new Hotel Fraye Nashville Midtown, Curio Collection by Hilton.

A rundown of hospitality happenings in South Carolina’s major meetings destinations, from the coastal climes of Charleston, Hilton Head Island and Myrtle Beach to the adorable inland destinations of Columbia and Greenville.

From the phenomenal dining scene of historic Charleston to amazing coastal outdoor opportunities, some of the best golf in the world and the state capital in the interior, South Carolina presents a wealth of options that are only limited by a group’s imagination.

Stay up to date on the latest venue openings and property renovations, including these found in the South.

Kiawah Island Golf Resort offers coveted seclusion and an inspirational setting for your group to immerse themselves in the property’s endless serenity and natural beauty unhindered.

Tap these group dining venues on the coast of North and South Carolina for a regional bounty of Carolina cuisine. Read more.

Meetings and events F&B expert Tracy Stuckrath asks her fellow Coastal Carolinas foodies why the region’s cuisine is so integral to its history and culture. Read more.