How to Spend the Holidays in Charleston

"A luxury boutique hotel that programs seasonal offerings like Christmas-themed afternoon teas and an annual tree-lighting; one holiday package for couples includes a botanical-inspired holiday cocktail class, a special Christmas movie turndown service, and a private carriage tour of the city with a local carriage company." - Trudy Haywood Saunders Trudy Haywood Saunders Trudy Haywood Saunders is a writer and editor based in North Carolina. Her work has been featured in Travel + Leisure, Southern Living, Garden & Gun, Our State, Okra, and more. A lifelong Southerner, Trudy draws her writing inspiration from personal experiences and love for the region, focusing on culture, food, and travel in the South and beyond. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines