Laurin Collar
Charleston &
Travel Finds

Where to Eat in Charleston

Here it is TheCollarfind Charleston Guide- Where to Eat! The most common question I receive on @thecollarfind is about my hometown, making me feel well-equipped to provide you with a Charleston Guide. Let's kick off with where to eat in Charleston, South Carolina...

Where to Stay in Charleston

The number one question I receive as an influencer is "Where should I stay in Charleston?" There are so many options, so I am launching a series Charleston Finds, that will highlight a hotel, activities close by and top eats to try as well. First up: STAY The Palmetto...

Places to eat, shop in NYC

Here it is-my fav places to eat, shop in NYC. See our 3 day itinerary below. All of the details, the must sees and places you can skip too! Day 1 Shopped: Soho, all of Soho. My advice is to start on one end and walk up and down each street instead of pinpointing...

All About Charleston

Thanks to American Dream TV and Abode Charleston for featuring theCollarfind on a recent episode all about Charleston. Things to do in Charleston I shared my perspective as a local born and raised in Charleston and Mt. Pleasant and witnessing the massive growth in the...

Things to do on Kiawah Island

Time for a trip to a relaxing trip, but relaxing is just one of the things you can do on Kiawah Island. Kiawah is located about 45 minutes from Charleston. It's a perfect getaway if you are looking for beaches, bike rides, wildlife spotting and more. We stayed at The...

Discover South Carolina

In this new series Daytripping- we will Discover South Carolina and it's hidden gems. While I will always share ways to explore Charleston, this will highlight the smaller town that you can get to and back in a day with lots of fun in between! First stop is...

NYC with Teens

It's a tradition, we celebrate specials birthdays in NYC with a girl's trip. This year was Sweet 16, and we packed lots of adventure in while visiting the Big Apple! Traveling with teens can be lots of fun and full of adventure, but a good plan always helps!...

Family Ski Trip- Colorado

If you are wondering where to begin when planning a family ski trip to Colorado? This can help! Below is a detailed itinerary from our family's recent trip out west from where to stay, what to do, and the best bites! Stay We opted to rent a VRBO in Silverthorne, and...

Things to do in Summerville, SC

Live in the Charleston area? Coming to visit? Take a day trip to Summerville, a great southern town to explore. Summerville is a quiet town that's known for blooming azaleas, the Greenwave football team, and the home of sweet tea. In fact, if you stop by the Visitor's...

Things to do in France

Our family took a tour of Europe– a sampler platter if you will- so we could expose our girls to as many countries as possible. One of stops was France- a visit to Paris and Cannes- and I have listed some of the highlights from the segment of our tour! Paris There are...

Things to do in the NC Mountains

Ready for a road trip? While many are not comfortable flying these days and the summer heat continues to soar, now is a great time to head to the mountains. Our travels took us to North Carolina with stops in Hendersonville, Saluda, and Flat Top. Here is a list of...

Charleston Restaurant Recommendations

Wondering where to eat in Charleston? It's a question I get often. There are so many places to choose from, depending on what you are looking for as a destination. Below I've compiled a list of Charleston Restaurant Recommendations,including Mt Pleasant and the...