Going down south is always a great time. One of the best places to go is Hilton Head Island. This Island has so much history and a great atmosphere of people and visitors that all come together to have a great time.

1. Dolphin sitings are never rare

Dolphins can be seen everywhere. From the beach, off the porch of your ocean view, or even on a fun dolphin tour.

2. There is really great island food

The food on the island is to die for! So many different types of food are on the island. A big favorite is seafood.

3. Did I mention THE SHOPPING

from big named stores to tiny boutiques, this island has all your shopping needs

4. Almost everyone you meet there is from Ohio

there is some comfort in knowing that if you are from Ohio,people love this place just as much as you do. Did i mention that there is a restaurant that is filled with Ohio State Buckeyes collectable items? It's sort of an inside joke.

5. The beaches are fantastic

the beaches are always clean and have awesome activities. riding bikes, sandcastle building, fishing, and so much more.

6. The music is phenomenal

The music ranges for kids to adults and everything in-between for the whole family to enjoy.

7. The Island is super accessible

The island is pretty small that everything is pretty accessible. There is always access to the beach and most people get around on bike.

8. The sunsets are to die for

Hilton Head's sunsets are gorgeous and unlike anything you have probably seen. The colors of the sky are magnificent.

9. Golf and Tennis are huge sports here

Tennis and golf are huge on the island. Who wouldn't want to join in on a fun new activity?

10. Horse riding through the island is a

magical experience

Once on the island you can either horseback ride through the forests, rivers, or on the beach.

11. Day trips are fun, too

Once you're on the Island, you'll be super close to beautiful Beaufort, Daufuskie Island, Savannah and Charleston — all of which make for great sightseeing and dining. Not that you're going to want to leave the Island.

12. The lighthouse is a great landmark

At the top of the lighthouse there is a webcam. The webcam has a special code that connects online and you can show family and friends how much fun you are having.

13. H2O Sports

When you visit an island, you expect to have a good amount of fun on the water. On Hilton Head, that means heading to the Harbour Town Marina and signing up for one of the H2O Sports activities. The only problem is deciding which activity to try, or at least which to try first: fly a Parasail, go paddle boarding, rent a Jet Ski, ride a banana boat, see the alligators, rent a sailboat or a boat, explore in a kayak, go sailing, see the dolphins, go tubing or waterskiing.

Hilton Head is a great home away from home! There is sun, food, fun, family time, and so much more on this island.