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From family trip inspiration and culinary highlights to arts & culture and outdoor adventures, dive into expert recommendations from travelers who have experienced Thoroughbred Country, South Carolina to its fullest.
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- Aiken, South Carolina: Where History and Horses Merge
During the Gilded Age, wealthy Northerners came to Aiken, South Carolina for the warm weather, spring water, and pine-scented air. The railroad arrived here in 1830, and the Northerners followed.… Read more: Aiken, South Carolina: Where History and Horses Merge - Horses, History and Homestyle DiningKathleen Walls June 23, 2025 Thoroughbred Country in South Carolina is a must-visit. During the Gilded Age, wealthy northerners came to Aiken for the weather, spring water, and pine scented… Read more: Horses, History and Homestyle Dining
- Thoroughbred Country, South Carolina, Offers Unique Experiences For Your Next Wellness RetreatTravel Media Press Room January 2025 Located just east of Augusta, Georgia and west of Columbia, South Carolina, Thoroughbred Country offers sprawling countryside, wide open greenspaces, endless ways to explore… Read more: Thoroughbred Country, South Carolina, Offers Unique Experiences For Your Next Wellness Retreat
- Eat, Shop & Play Through South CarolinaCraving a getaway packed with flavor, rare finds, and adventure? South Carolina offers the perfect mix of mouthwatering eats, local shopping in historic downtown districts, and scenic outdoor destinations. Our… Read more: Eat, Shop & Play Through South Carolina
- Best Family Vacations for Outdoor FunIf your family loves the great outdoors, these destinations offer the perfect mix of adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re exploring the coastal beauty of the Golden Isles, hiking… Read more: Best Family Vacations for Outdoor Fun
- Thoroughbred Country, South Carolina, Offers A Well-Rounded Variety Of Culinary ExperiencesTravel Media Press Room February 2025 Located just east of Augusta, Georgia, and west of Columbia, South Carolina, Thoroughbred Country offers visitors a respite from the hustle and bustle with its sprawling… Read more: Thoroughbred Country, South Carolina, Offers A Well-Rounded Variety Of Culinary Experiences
- Artists and Makers, Festivals and Discoveries: Slow Travel in Thoroughbred Country, South CarolinaTravel Media Press Room May 2024 In the mood to meander for art treasures, fine crafters, music makers and the pleasures of slow travel? To take it easy and take… Read more: Artists and Makers, Festivals and Discoveries: Slow Travel in Thoroughbred Country, South Carolina
- Thoroughbred Country South Carolina for History BuffsExperience four beautiful counties in western South Carolina where yesterday is preserved for today. History from every American era is evident throughout this region known as Thoroughbred Country, South Carolina.… Read more: Thoroughbred Country South Carolina for History Buffs
- Outdoor Recreation For Every SeasonWhether it’s a New Year’s resolution or a desire for more vitamin D, most of us have had a goal to get outside more at some point in time. For… Read more: Outdoor Recreation For Every Season
- 5 Hidden Gems in Thoroughbred CountryThoroughbred Country is known for many things: quaint small towns, rich history, unique shopping, delicious southern cuisine and an abundance of outdoor activities. But did you know there’s also an Aiken… Read more: 5 Hidden Gems in Thoroughbred Country
- Aiken, South Carolina Dazzles With Lowcountry Christmas TraditionsWhat makes celebrating Christmas in the South special is the gracious nod to holiday tradition, year after year, whether we’re talking town squares draped in twinkling lights and garland or… Read more: Aiken, South Carolina Dazzles With Lowcountry Christmas Traditions
- Wellness & Nature – Retreat & Reconnect in Thoroughbred Country, South CarolinaNear Aiken and beyond, a getaway with spas, yoga and more Travel Media Press Room July 2024 Yearning for “me time,” slow journeys and immersion in nature? Thoroughbred Country, South Carolina,… Read more: Wellness & Nature – Retreat & Reconnect in Thoroughbred Country, South Carolina
- 5 South Carolina Destinations to Visit This SeasonA unique four-county region of South Carolina, Thoroughbred Country consists of Aiken, Allendale, Bamberg, and Barnwell counties. From outdoor adventure and rich history to equestrian events, there’s something for everyone… Read more: 5 South Carolina Destinations to Visit This Season
- Master Your Golf Game in Thoroughbred Country South CarolinaNearby courses to play through during golf’s greatest tournament Travel Media Press Room April 2024 Every second week in April, in a reverent homage to their sport and a certain… Read more: Master Your Golf Game in Thoroughbred Country South Carolina
- Top 25 Amazing Small Towns In America You Need To Visit This Year (2024)Located in South Carolina’s beautiful Thoroughbred Country, Aiken remains a secret to most travelers residing outside of the southeast. In addition to a lovely, walkable downtown with locally owned shops… Read more: Top 25 Amazing Small Towns In America You Need To Visit This Year (2024)
- Family Friendly Experiences for All Ages in Thoroughbred Country SCFrom Civil War history and minor league baseball to drive-in movies and a drive-through safari, there’s plenty to entertain families for summer getaways and fall excursions. Travel Media Press Room… Read more: Family Friendly Experiences for All Ages in Thoroughbred Country SC
- +10 Sensational Things To Do in Aiken SC That Are Charmingly SouthernI have to admit, Aiken surprised me. I expected a pretty Southern town, but this lively community also has a lot going on I didn’t anticipate, including tons of free… Read more: +10 Sensational Things To Do in Aiken SC That Are Charmingly Southern
- +10 Golf Courses Near Aiken SC (+ Detailed Notes on Aiken Golf Club)Aiken, South Carolina is a charming little town. It’s known for its hospitality, unique shopping and of course the equestrian experience. But did you know Aiken is a great base… Read more: +10 Golf Courses Near Aiken SC (+ Detailed Notes on Aiken Golf Club)
- Thoroughbred Country is a Hidden Gem in South CarolinaWhile spending nearly two months traveling around South Carolina this fall, I learned of a place known as Thoroughbred Country. It remains a secret to most travelers residing outside of… Read more: Thoroughbred Country is a Hidden Gem in South Carolina
- Discovering The Gardens of Aiken, South CarolinaIt’s one thing to visit a town that has gardens. It’s another when the entire town is a garden. That’s what you’ll find in Aiken, South Carolina. The town’s early… Read more: Discovering The Gardens of Aiken, South Carolina
- Aiken & BeyondAiken County, known throughout the world for its equestrian training facilities is home to the Aiken Training Track. Since 1942, this facility has produced 40 national champions, six Kentucky Derby… Read more: Aiken & Beyond
- Discover Four Generations of History at Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site in South CarolinaBetween the covered front porch of the gorgeous plantation house and the preserved historic slave quarters, I learned several wonderful stories about other people who once called the state historic… Read more: Discover Four Generations of History at Redcliffe Plantation State Historic Site in South Carolina
- Malia’s in Aiken, South Carolina: Locally-Sourced DeliciousnessFor 30 years, Malia’s has maintained a standard of excellence and support for local farmers while the chef/owner partners have created a loyal following. The lunch menu at Malia’s changes… Read more: Malia’s in Aiken, South Carolina: Locally-Sourced Deliciousness
