5 Great Reasons to Visit Hilton Head Island in 2019

The Best Keeps Getting Better

Many resorts that dot this scenic destination have made significant upgrades and improvements – totaling more than $200 million – to both their golf courses and hotels. Among those, the Sea Pines Resort re-opened the Harbour Town Golf Links clubhouse after a substantial renovation. Also, The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort recently completed a $30 million renovation that focused on all aspects, while the two on-site hotels at Palmetto Dunes – the Omni Hilton Head Oceanside Resort and the Hilton Head Marriott Resort & Spa – invested millions in enhancements.

From the Terminal to the Tee

How nice would it be to stow the winter coat and scarves in the suitcase upon arrival, and show up to the first tee at Hilton Head Island in a golf shirt and slacks? It’s fairly easy from many locales, especially those up north. JetBlue Airways is currently running special non-stop flights from Boston and New York City to Savannah / Hilton Head International Airport (SAV). Allegiant Air also flies non-stop into Savannah /Hilton Head from Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Baltimore, Pittsburgh and other cities. Fourteen other locales offer non-stop service to SAV including Chicago, Detroit, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, Philadelphia and Washington D.C.

Fancy Feasts

Hilton Head Island offers an array of activities from which to partake, all of which work up an appetite. Thankfully, the destination is chockfull of award-winning restaurants from some of the top names in the culinary scene. Among those on Hilton Head Island to sample – OMBRA Cucina Rustica, a classic Italian restaurant from celebrated Chef Michael Cirafesi and his longtime mentor, Chef Nunzio Patruno, and One Hot Mama’s American Grille, a favorite of Food Network celebrity chef Robert Irvine.

Something for Everyone

Considered a “dream golf destination” by readers of GOLF Magazine, Hilton Head Island offers more than 30 golf courses that are tailored to every golfer’s taste and budget. The layout on everyone’s must-play list at Hilton Head Island – the Golf Destination of the Year for North America for 2016 by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators – is Harbour Town Golf Links. Designed by Pete Dye, Harbour Town is the site of the PGA TOUR’s annual RBC Heritage. The signature 18th hole features a fairway overlooking the beautiful Calibogue Sound and a striped marina lighthouse serving as the backdrop.

Fair Weather Fans

While most of the country is shivering and shoveling snow, those on Hilton Head Island are enjoying sunshine and mild temperatures. Most would think it’s pleasant throughout the state, but Hilton Head Island is typically warmer than any other locale in South Carolina, especially those on the coast. January is the coldest month on the island, with an average high temperature of 60 degrees. The hottest month is July, where the average high is a reasonable 89 degrees.