Beaufort, SC

Arrived in Beaufort on a cloudy and threatening day (but no rain) after crossing the Port Royal Sound. This was our first fairly big sound (about 4 miles across). Some whitecaps, but nothing that our trusty Zendo couldn't handle with ease. Arrived at Beaufort's Downtown Marina which was a perfect location for our first visit to this lovely town. Had an amazing dinner at Griffin's Market, owned by an Italian couple. The 4 course prix fixe meal was the best Italian food we've had since we were in Tuscany - and the restaurant didn't even have a sign above the door!

Next day, we shared the marina's courtesy car with a couple from PA to do a grocery and hardware store run. Spent a couple of hours walking the beautiful shady streets of Beaufort ogling the historic homes including the one featured in "The Big Chill." This is a very charming town!