| Hilton Head may not immediately seem like an | | | | the airport to the island will cost around $60, while a |
| obvious choice for those planning a vacation on a | | | | rental car can be yours for as little as $35 a day. |
| budget, but there are in fact many ways to enjoy | | | | Though only about sixty square miles in size, Hilton |
| this beautiful island without spending a fortune. | | | | Head Island is packed with excursions and fun for |
| Discriminating travelers can always find affordable | | | | every member of your family. And with 14 miles of |
| ways to enjoy the natural beauty, activities and rich | | | | gorgeous sandy beaches, wildlife preserves, and mile |
| heritage of this second largest of the Atlantic coast | | | | after mile of well laid out bike paths, the outdoors |
| barrier islands. | | | | are a great place to spend your holiday time without |
| Your first consideration will of course be lodging | | | | spending all of your vacation dollars. |
| during your stay on Hilton Head. Believe it or not | | | | Golfers already know that Hilton Head Island is a |
| there are bargains to be had if you know what to | | | | playground for them with 26 beautifully manicured |
| look for. For instance you can save money on your | | | | courses, two of which are professional. While it's true |
| hotel if you are willing to have an inland view rather | | | | that peak season rates generally start at around $80 |
| than one facing the ocean. Likewise, if you insist on | | | | and can climb as high as $200, you can still find off |
| accommodations that are right on the beach you're | | | | season and nearby off-island rates below $60. |
| bound to pay higher rates than if you book a room a | | | | The Coastal Discovery Museum offers a wonderful |
| little further away from the shore. | | | | array of activities that teach visitors about the |
| And while popular island resorts such as Palmetto | | | | ecology and history of Hilton Head and nearby islands. |
| Dunes, Oceanfront, and Hilton Head Resort can trend | | | | The museum is open all year and provides 11 |
| a bit more expensive than other hotels, deals can be | | | | different tours and cruises around the island. |
| had at these as well by booking your vacation during | | | | Admission to the museum is free and tours and |
| the off season. January to March are the best | | | | lectures range from $3 and up. |
| months to find bargains. | | | | Evening entertainment on Hilton Head can be a |
| Another great way to save money is to stay in a | | | | bargain as well. The Island Recreation Center offers |
| vacation rental such as a condo or townhouse. These | | | | G and PG rated 'Movies in the Park' at sunset on |
| are roomier than hotel rooms and come with full | | | | every Thursday through August at Shelter Cove |
| kitchens, thus saving you a lot on dining out | | | | Park. Hopefully this article will help you in obtaining a |
| expenses. Getting around the island is a breeze, | | | | Hilton Head Island vacation on a budget. |
| either by rental car, taxi or even bike. A taxi from | | | | |