Traveling smart in Charleston South Carolina

Being a retired Military Mom it is imperative to be smart when it comes to traveling.  Finding value is important as well as rewarding those that provide the service.  I think when you travel and receive exceptional service that it’s important to recognize those that made it happen.
Charleston being our home base it is always a great find when Groupon or Restaurants.com reward folks with specials at great establishments.  Check out their $5 million in Groupon Bucks.  Eat well when traveling and enjoy!
Our son is on his way to Afphaghanstan and has found himself in some uninviting places during his four day journey from San Fran to Manas AB today.  Tonight he will be in the dreaded big “A”.  Prayers go out to all those that serve.  Families sacrifice a lot for us to enjoy our way of life and hats off to all.  Check out social media for more bargains.
Having lost 83 pounds this past year and a half it’s important to remember to search for healthy food options but enjoy the adventure.  You can have an unreasonable treat but make it small, don’t make a whole buffet of bad choices.   I always try to find fresh, local veggies and seafood and try to search out of the way gems.  Check out the side streets and less worn paths.  Who knows what you’ll find.
Today while in downtown Charleston we found a great little bakery, Saffrons.  The owner is from Iran and his mom is French.  What a great place this was for a cappuccino and Chocolate Croissant.  The mocha in the espresso had an oaky hint as well as a hint of cherry.  I thought maybe it had been aged in an oak barrel that had a cherry liquor but wasn’t quite sure of the source of the layers of flavor. Located at Calhoun and East Bay.
Another great find is Magnola’s Restaurant in Downtown Charleston, Great Southern Fried Chicken and Fried Green Tomatoes.  To die for!

Happy Traveling.