Charleston has received high marks again in Travel + Leisure’s annual “America’s Favorite Cities” poll, which compares 35 US cities in various categories. Charleston was named the most friendly and attractive for 2010, and The Holy City earned over 30 “Top 10” rankings.
Here are the “Top 5” rankings for Charleston, #1 rankings in bold:
Ft. Sumter
Best time to visit
- Fall- #2 visitors, #3 residents
- Spring Break- #2 visitors, #3 residents
Culture: Historical sites/monuments- #2 visitors, #1 residents
Food & Dining: Farmers’ market- #3 visitors and residents
Hotels:
- B&Bs/Inns- #1 visitors, #2 residents
- Stylish boutique hotels- #1 visitors, #2 residents
Local specialities: BBQ- #5 residents
Nightlife: Cocktail hour- #5 residents
People:
- Attractive- #1 visitors and residents
- Friendly- #1 visitors and residents
- Stylish- #2 visitors and residents
Quality of Life:
- Cleanliness- #5 visitors and residents
- Noteworthy neighborhoods- #1 visitors and residents
- Peace & quiet- #3 visitors, #2 residents
- Safety- #4 visitors
- Weather- #5 visitors
Shopping:
- Antique stores- #1 visitors, #2 residents
- Home decor & design stores- #2 visitors, #3 residents
- Independent botiques- #2 visitors, #3 residents
- Vintage shops & flea markets- #2 visitors
Type of trip:
- Cultural getaway- #4 visitors, #2 residents
- Family vacation- #5 visitors, #2 residents
- Relaxing retreat- #2 visitors and residents
- Romantic escape– #3 visitors, #1 residents
