Previously this thirty day period, IGLTA, the Global LGBTQ+ Travel Association, alongside with its charitable IGLTA Foundation and Gilead, released a new source especially for HIV-constructive tourists. The information, “LGBTQ+ Journey and HIV: Navigating the Entire world Properly,” has recommendations for pre-excursion arranging as well …
New Zealand’s Amalfi Coast In Marlborough, you’ll find New Zealand’s version of the winding Amalfi Coast — only with cliffside farms rather than vineyards. Officially known as the Croisilles Harbour–French Pass Road, this is one of the country’s best hidden gems. The road is only …
Are you looking for day trip ideas near the Upstate South Carolina area? You have found our official Kidding Around Day Trip Headquarters! We have compiled our ever-expansive list of day trip offerings to one page, where you can easily find your desired trip, fuel your wanderlust and still have the kiddos back by bedtime! Happy adventuring!
Looking for a day trip in South Carolina? Start with our South Carolina Day Trips list or view all our SC day trip content by city below!
Day Trip Towns Near the SC Upstate
To get you started, try this list of Easy Day Trip Towns. If you just want to explore a town, grab some coffee, maybe visit a park or do some light hiking, this is the list for you. Check out these day trip-worthy towns near South Carolina’s Upstate area.
Upstate, SC Day Trips
These Upstate, SC day trip destinations are all very close Greenville, SC. Getting your day trip feet wet with getting out and about with the kids? Or even scarier…first time AWAY from the kids! Baby steps are where it’s at. Stay close to home with these great nearby options that are easy to get to, and you can be back by nap time!
Greer, SC: The Ultimate Visitors and Locals Guide To Greer, SC
Landrum, SC: Discover Fabulous Food and Things to Do When You Spend the Day in Landrum, SC
Pickens, SC: Spend A Fabulous Day In Pickens, SC
Simpsonville, SC: Spend The Day In Simpsonville, SC
Rock Hill, SC: Sunshine On A Cloudy Day! Sunflower Fields At Daper Wildlife Area Just South Of Rock Hill
York County: Visit York County
York County: SouthTown Wake Park in York
York County: Spending The Day At Anne Springs Close Greenway in York County
Greer, SC
Columbia, SC Day Trips
Home of the Riverbanks Zoo, State Capitol Building, Edventure (and all of the other great spring break day trips you’ve ever wanted to try, but didn’t have the time)! A quick hour and a half drive down the interstate, Columbia has it all within your reach!
Charleston, SC Day Trips
Make a visit to Charleson a long day trip or a weekend near home. The lovely low country…home to beautiful historic downtown Charleston for the grown-ups, and so many awesome options for the kids! The South Carolina Aquarium, Children’s Museum, and the beaches make this dreamy destination a hit any time of year. Here’s our Travel Guide to Charleston: Where To Stay, Eat, And Play! so you don’t miss any of the fun. Or, check out some of these favorite places in Charleston, SC to spend the day.
North Carolina Day Trips
Western North Carolina Day Trips
Venturing a little further? You need to check out our Western North Carolina Day Trip Guide! The mountain views are SO stunning…especially if you plan a trip in the fall! Peep those leaves while you’re at it!
This trip is one of our reader favorites! You do not want to miss this Driving Tour: Stunning Waterfalls in NC That Involve No Hiking
But WNC is a great place for a day trip any time of year. Don’t miss the “Secret Season” in Western North Carolina for Budget-Friendly Family Adventures
Here are some destinations that make great day trips in the Western North Carolina area:
WNC Waterfall Driving Tour
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Waynesville, NC:
Carolina Raptor Center
Charlotte, NC Area Day Trips
A little over an hour and a half from the Upstate, Charlotte is the perfect day trip destination. The charming city is lively, with a fun downtown area equipped with great restaurants and shopping! Added bonus: there is no shortage of activities in the Queen City for both adults and kiddos alike! Check out our list below:
Zoo Atlanta, Georgia
Georgia Day Trips
World of Coca Cola, The Atlanta Zoo, The Georgia Aquarium, Stone Mountain, Fernbank, the World Series Champs, the list goes on! Is there anything Atlanta doesn’t have? We have even included surrounding suburban and North Georgia areas that are jam-packed with options to make your day trip just peachy!
Tennessee Day Trips
Chattanooga, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, the Queen of Country’s Dollywood, and The Great Smokies…let’s just say that Tennessee is a must-see!
Chattanooga, TN
Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge & Sevierville, TN
Pandas at Zoo Atlanta
Educational Day Trips
Learn On The Road Any Day, Any Time!
Check out these awesome educational day trip ideas near Upstate, SC that are great for kiddos who are not yet in school, and perfect for our homeschooling families! We’ve compiled great options throughout Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and Tennessee!
Day Trips By The Seasons
Winter Day Trips
Brrr! Baby, it’s cold outside! Enjoy the great outdoors and discover the magic in the mountains!
Spring Day Trips
Spring has sprung, and what better time to get outside?! Check out these 26+ Fun Spring Day Trips full of all the best picnic, hiking, and gardens throughout the Carolinas!
Lake Lure, NC
Summer Day Trips
Summer, Summer, Summertime! Summer is a state of mind, so when all else fails…take a little vacay! Here’s our HUGE list of Awesome Summer Day Trips from Greenville, SC to get you started. Or, check out some of these favorites:
Fall Day Trips
Happy Fall, Y’all! For so many of us, this begins our favorite time of the year! Between apple picking, pumpkin patches, farm trips and the cooler temps, we’re big fans of fall because it is a truly happy time of year to venture out and about! Our Fall Day Trip Guide is full of great ideas. Or, just pick one of these fall favorites.
Holiday Day Trips
‘Tis the Season for holiday day trip guides! From the start of Spooky Season all the way to Christmas, it truly is the most wonderful time of the year!
Stone Mountain, GA
Boo! Our spooky day trips will put a spell on you! Click below to see why we’re so glad we live in a world where there are Octobers, because this post includes all of the happy hauntings that the Carolinas have to offer!
Christmas in the Carolinas and Beyond! Click below for all of the merriment you can muster while you make memories in Western North Carolina, Tennessee, Georgia and the Upstate of South Carolina.
In what might read as fake news, an epidemiological investigation has become an online travel guide sensation. Authorities earlier found three Shanghai patients had traveled together to Suzhou City in neighboring Jiangsu Province from November 19 to 21 before being confirmed infected on November 25. …
Swati Sarawagi, a resident of Vizag, has launched her first book, ‘Shivi Visits’, an innovative travel guide for young children. In this book, she covers some important tourist attractions, with some life lessons for the kids. Yo! Vizag had a chat with this talented writer …
The real estate on your desk is valuable, so stop monopolizing it with your headphones. This hook comes with a secure 3M adhesive and can hold two pairs of headphones wherever you stick it. The sturdy wood and silicon construction also ensures that the hooks will likely outlive whatever you decide to hang on them. Price: $12
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Tile Mate
The Tile Mate, a now-ubiquitous tracking device compatible with Android and iOS, is a fantastic way to keep tabs on anything located within 200 feet of you. You can secure the tiny Bluetooth tracker to just about anything, ensuring that your most important items never go missing. Price: $25
Anyone who has ever looked at their earbuds knows how gross they can get even after just a week of sustained use. With this 203-piece cleaning kit, however, your giftee will never have to tote around a pair of AirPods that look anything less than spotless. Price: $13
Whether you’ve been a longtime Nintendo Switch owner or recently picked up the new OLED model, it pays to have a protective case to stash it in. Thankfully, this durable hardshell case from RDS Industries can house both your Switch and a cartridge case. There’s also an adjustable viewing stand for propping up your Switch while inside — a nice touch given the flimsy kickstand on the original model. Price: $20
Stop opening your Amazon packages with a pen like a scrub and invest in this keychain tool from Gerber. You’ll never be without something to poke, prod, pry, or slice something open when the need arises. Price: $8
Arguably functional but definitely adorable, the Puffin beverage vest might be the cutest koozie we’ve ever seen. This beverage accessory is available in a variety of colors and styles, including flannels, parkas, and life vests. Price: $13
A classy sleeve for any 13- to 16-inch laptop, this slim, waterproof, faux-leather cover comes in a variety of colors. The inside lining is also covered in microfiber to prevent scuffs and scratches, making it a great accessory for anyone who wants to add a little professional flair to their laptop. Price: $19 to $26
These itty-bitty, inexpensive headphones from Skullcandy come in a wide array of fun colors and feature IPX4 water resistance. Moreover, the true wireless earbuds can last for up to three hours on a single charge or 12 hours with the included charging case. Price: $26
Not only is Manfrotto’s Pixi Mini the cutest of tripods, but it gives you a stable shooting platform for both stationary and mobile use. The featherweight device can easily fit in your back pocket, too, and can even be adapted for use with smartphones. Price: $23
This adapter is a quick and simple way to add smart home connectivity to any device that uses a wall outlet. The TP-Link Kasa Smart Plug can pair with Google Assistant and Amazon’s Alexa, allowing you to toggle power states with simple voice commands. Price: $10 to $18
The Anxiety Pen Set is the ideal gift for anyone whose life is constantly on fire. Each pack comes with five, medium-tip ballpoint pens, providing just the right amount of levity for when your life is falling apart at the seams. Price: $12
These unique earbuds from Turtle Beach — which are typically on sale for under $25 — are some of the only earbuds that come with their own boom mic. Because they use a 3.5mm audio jack, the Battle Buds are also compatible with any console, and they come packaged with a number of ear tips to ensure a comfortable fit. Price: $28 to $30
These diminutive, wired speakers from Creative are a great way to punch up the sound of your laptop without having to put on headphones. The Pebble 2.0 are compatible with any laptop or device that has a USB port and 3.5mm headphone jack, and their small footprint and minimalist design make them perfect for desks of any size. Price: $20
Echogear’s surge protector lays flat against your existing wall outlet, doubling the number of outlets and adding a pair of USB ports to charge your phone and other gadgets. Perhaps its best feature, however, is that the wall outlets can pivot 45 degrees, which is especially handy when a cord is preventing you from laying something flush against the wall. Price: $20
It doesn’t tell time, it spells it out for you. This LED clock from Sharper Image is a clever little conversation piece available in matte black or wood grain. Perhaps the best feature of this clock, however, is that it uses a USB-C port for power, making it easy to hook up without a dedicated outlet. Price: $25
If you’re buying for a foodie who also happens to be a Star Wars fan, a pair of battery-powered Chop Sabers isn’t a bad way to go. While it might be tempting to use the light-up chopsticks on a bowl of glass noodles, a more creative application would be to use them to tie up your hair. Just a thought. Price: $10
For anyone who’s a fan of simpler times and rugged design, this industrial desk lamp is the perfect accent to any table or desk. Composed of wood and iron, Haitral’s steampunk-inspired lamp is built to last and can accomodate a variety of bulbs. Price: $20
Tlinna’s thermos is a smart take on the classic, double-walled design that proliferates coffee shops across the country. The thermos comes in a variety of fun colors, each with an LED display on top of the lid that shows you how hot or cold your liquid is. Plus, each stainless-steel bottle comes with a built-in tea infuser. Price: $22
A more eco-friendly way of cleaning out the crud that accumulates under your keyboard, this soft bristle brush comes with a keycap puller and a wedge-shaped cleaning tip for getting dirt out of those hard-to-reach places without damaging your keyboard. Price: $14
For those looking to bring intelligent lighting into their home for just $20, there’s Nanoleaf’s hub-free smart bulbs. Each LED bulb is compatible with a number of virtual assistants — including Amazon’s Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit — and can be adjusted to suit a variety of scenes and vibrant colors via the Nanoleaf app or your voice. Price: $20
If you’ve got room for a phone, you’ve got room for the Anker PowerCore Slim. The 1,000mAh battery pack is roughly the same size as your typical smartphone yet provides enough power to top off most phones at least once, ensuring you’ll never be without juice when you need it most. Just make sure you have your own USB-C or Micro USB cable to go with it. Price: $22
Everyone has at least one obsessive journaler in their life, so why not gift them something that’s unique to them? This personalized journal from Etsy has a virtually limitless number of customization options. You can tailor everything from the color to the font to the overall design, making it easy to pick out a notebook that’s perfect for your friend or loved one. Price: $21