16 Essentials I Never Forget to Pack For a Trip to Charleston

JBL Clip 4 Portable Mini Bluetooth Speaker ($50, originally $80)

You'll definitely want a portable speaker for beach days in Charleston, whether you're headed to Sullivan's Island, Folly Beach, or Isle of Palms. These hot spots are no more than a 15 to 30 minute drive from downtown Charleston, depending on traffic. You'll find that there's more than enough room on the long stretches of sand to space out away from other beachgoers and turn up your music. JBL's top-rated speakers are bluetooth compatible, waterproof (in case high tide gets the best of you), and they're equipped with up to 10 hours of playtime.