Shopping

Isle of Palms, nearby Mt. Pleasant, and Greater Charleston are a shopper's paradise. The oceanfront Isle of Palms Pavilion features an eclectic collection of beachwear boutiques, restaurants, and souvenir shops. Mount Pleasant Town Center offers everything from bait and tackle shops to modern fashion staples like Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, and The Gap. Across the Cooper River, Charleston's historic district lays claim to dozens of antique shops, art galleries, and chic boutiques.

Kites Fly'n Hi (843) 577-3529 This delightful Charleston store carries a complete selection of single-line kites (diamonds, deltas, boxes, dragons), colorful windsocks and decorative flags for all occasions. Check out their fantastic controllable stunt kites for every level of flyer, or browse for puzzles and unique toys.

Mt. Pleasant Towne Centre U.S. Highway 17, North at the Isle of Palms Connector Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 www.mtpleasanttownecentre.com Opened in 1999, the Mount Pleasant Towne Centre offers more than 500,000 square feet of shops and restaurants. Built to resemble an old-fashioned uptown shopping district, the centre's design features authentic architectural accents salvaged from a historic New England bank and hotel. The complex boasts more than 50 stores, restaurants and amusements. Stores and services include: Bed, Bath & Beyond, Barnes & Noble, Ann Taylor Loft, Liz Claiborne Shoes, Samsonite Travel Expo, Gap and Gap Kids, Banana Republic, Thomas Kinkade Gallery, Palmetto Grande Stadium Cinema and Old Navy.

Tanger Outlets (800) 482-6437 Discover a bargain hunter's paradise with more than 90 brand-name outlet stores. Shop and save in GAP, Tommy Hilfiger, Reebok, Banana Republic, Eddie Bauer, Fossil, Nine West and more.

Marina Market & Deli 50 41st Avenue Isle of Palms, SC 29451 (843) 886-3054   Lots of convenience store merchandise, bait, tackle, beachwear & gear, boating supplies, and an ATM.

Carolina Gifts & Seashells 1405 Ben Sawyer Blvd. Mount Pleasant, SC (843) 884-0320   This shop is a treasure chest of gifts reflecting sand and sea, featuring handcrafted shell and abalone button jewelry, lamps candles, chimes, souvenirs, books and foodstuffs. (Seasonal hours)

Charleston Decor (843) 886-4671 Donna Webb at Charleston Decor specializes in organically inspired interiors: residential/commercial interiors, vacation home decor and new construction/renovation selections.

Whole Foods Market (843) 971-7240   The shelves are filled with fine natural and organic foods. Shop for fresh produce, local seafood, all-natural meats, artisan cheeses, prepared meals, beer, wine and more. Wood burning pizza oven, catering and delivery available.

The Backpacker (843) 849-3482 1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd. Mt. Pleasant, SC Great selection of bathing suits from Patagonia, sandals from Keen, Chaco and Merrell, sunscreen, sunglasses, luggage and more. Expert advice on great places to explore and the right gear to take.

PostNet The Shoppes at Seaside Farms Mt. Pleasant, SC (843) 849-0515   Take care of all of your print, copy and shipping needs at The Shoppes at Seaside Farms in Mt. Pleasant, next to Piggly Wiggly. Fed Ex, UPS, DHL, UPS, computer rental stations, mailboxes, fax, and Notary Public.