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Looking for the perfect long weekend escape? Guests at The Tides Hotel can enjoy exclusive perks like discounted stays, delicious dining, and a lineup of unforgettable ocean and river adventures with Carolina Salt. Relax, soak up the coastal vibes, and dive into the ultimate seaside experience!

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Discover your ultimate offseason retreat!    Where tranquility meets adventure by the sea!

Ride the Tides is the ultimate surfing experience for all ages and skill levels! Whether you’re stepping onto a board for the first time or fine-tuning your technique, our program is designed for everyone. Led by Kyle Busey, our expert and water enthusiast who’s competed professionally, you’ll learn from the best. Kyle now channels his passion into coaching surfers of all kinds, making sure every wave is a chance to grow, have fun, and create unforgettable memories. Get ready for the ride of a lifetime!

The Event Of The Year!

Surfing

Surf the Folly Pier with the best instructor in South Carolina. Surfboards and wetsuits provided

dining

The Tides is home to one of the best restaurants on the Island. Enjoy local coastal delights at Blu

paddle boarding

Discover the sights and sounds of the Lowcountry like you never have before from atop a paddle board

Luxurious Stay

The Tides Hotel is the premeir beach front destination in Charleston!

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Arrive & check-in

Make your way to Folly Beach, South Carolina and check in to the beautiful Tides Hotel! Make your way to Blu for a locally inspired menu for dinner.

Fri, Jan 31, 2025

after 4:00 pm 

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breakfast

Grab  breakfast downstairs and then go to the front desk to check in for the event and grab your wetsuit.

Sat, Feb 01, 2025

8:oo am to 9:00 am

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surfing

With your wetsuit on, meet in the lobby before we head out to the beach. We will start with instruction on the beach before he hit the waves. Multiple instructors will be in the water to help y’all and teach ya the basics.

Sat, Feb 01, 2025

9:oo am to 12:00 pm

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paddle boarding

After lunch and a brief siesta, put on some layers and meet in the lobby. We will be hitting the river for a serene paddle amongst the marsh grass, seabirds, and if we are lucky Dolphins!

Sat, Feb 01, 2025

2:oo pm to 4:00 pm

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surfing

With the basics out the way, we paddle out and turn up the intensity. We will help you improve your skills based on the prior days activities!

Sun, Feb 02, 2025

9:oo am to 12:00 pm

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sup surfing

Now that you are comfortable on a SUP, we forgo the river today and we stay out on the ocean. We will teach you how to get through the waves and how to ride a wave on a paddleboard. It is like walking on water!

Sun, Feb 02, 2025

2:oo pm to 4:00 pm