ABOUT CHARLESTON & ME
A Curated Vision of Charleston Travel & Living
An Invitation to Experience the City with Depth & Intention
A Guide Beyond the Expected
Charleston is more than a destination—it is a rhythm, a presence, a city to be known, not just visited. Charleston & ME is not simply a travel guide but an invitation to move through the city with depth, grace, and curiosity.
Rooted in the belief that a place is best understood through its details—the quiet streets, the sunlit courtyards, the whispered histories—Charleston & ME offers a curated approach to experiencing Charleston in a way that lingers.
Here, you’ll find thoughtfully selected experiences, refined recommendations, and stories that reveal the heart of the city.
Whether you are a visitor seeking to immerse yourself or a local rediscovering Charleston’s charm, this is your guide to a more intentional way of experiencing and connecting with the city.
Charleston is layered, storied, and alive. Rather than offering a broad and hurried list of places to go, Charleston & ME focuses on what is most meaningful—those places that carry the spirit of the city, the details that set them apart, the experiences that invite presence.
Through carefully chosen hotels, dining experiences, scenic walks, and hidden gems, this guide curates Charleston’s finest, ensuring that every recommendation is more than just a stop—it’s a moment to be savored.
Founded by Monica Edwards, a lifelong curator of spaces, experiences, and storytelling, Charleston & ME is shaped by a deep appreciation for intentional living and cultural depth. Monica’s expertise in refined hospitality, publishing, and real estate development informs every selection, ensuring a guide that values grace, presence, and connection.
Charleston & ME is for those who seek more than just a weekend itinerary. It is for those who wish to experience the city as an insider, moving beyond the expected to discover Charleston’s quiet beauty, historic depth, and refined living.
For travelers, this guide offers a deeper way to see the city—where to stay, where to dine, and where to wander, all carefully chosen with an emphasis on character, history, and ambiance.
For locals, Charleston & ME is a companion in rediscovery, providing curated insights on new and classic experiences, seasonal highlights, and hidden corners waiting to be explored.
At its core, Charleston & ME is about connection—to place, to history, to beauty, and to the rhythms of Charleston itself.
This guide is more than a collection of recommendations; it is an invitation to move through the city with intention, to notice its quiet details, and to engage with its timeless charm.
Every feature, from in-depth stories to handpicked experiences, is curated to help you connect deeply with Charleston—beyond the surface, beyond the expected.
