I was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina. In recent years, I've watched my hometown turn into one of the country's most-visited cities.
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- I've seen tourists repeat the same mistakes during visits to my hometown, Charleston.
- Most people stay in the downtown area, but there are nearby islands worth exploring, too.
- If travelers want to visit a plantation, they should make sure they're doing so respectfully.
Charleston will always be home to me.