Packing tip: Linens & towels provided — bring beach towels, sunscreen, and swimwear. Kitchen is fully stocked, so bring your recipes. Golf clubs can be rented on-site.
The Itinerary
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Isle of Palms · South Carolina
Day One
Arrival & Welcome
Friday, May 29
Morning
Golf
Golf at Wild Dunes
Wild Dunes Links or Harbor Course · Hit the course before check-in · Club rentals available on-site
Before 4 PM
Early Arrivals — Enjoy the Resort
Family members arriving before check-in, please feel free to utilize the Wild Dunes Resort amenities — pool, beach, tennis, and more
4:00 PM
Check In & Arrive at the Beach House
2 Fishers Alley, Isle of Palms, SC 29451 · Check-in at 4:00 PM · Settle in, unpack, and soak in those ocean views
Evening
Potluck
Welcome Dinner — Home Cooked
Family prepares dinner together at the beach house — stock up on groceries after arrival and kick off the celebration right
On the menu: Seafood pasta · Garlic bread · Baked salmon · Spam musubi · Pot roast · Cooked rice
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Wild Dunes Golf Courses · Isle of Palms
Day Two · The Big Day
Beach & The Big Lunch
Saturday, May 30
Morning
Potluck
Breakfast at the Beach House
Family prepares breakfast before the big day ahead
On the menu: Eggs · Longanisa · Rice · Spam · Pandesal · Coffee and juice
Noon – 3 PM
Main Event
Catered
80th Birthday Luncheon
All 24 guests gather to celebrate — cake, toasts, and memories made
Catered by: Swig and Swine
The birthday girl herself
After Lunch
Celebration
Blowing Out the Candles
The official moment — Mom blows out the candles on her 80th birthday cake surrounded by all 24 of us
Afternoon
Beach & Relaxation
Swim, lounge, and let the afternoon drift by
Evening
Potluck
Dinner at the Beach House
Feast on the leftovers — unwind after the big birthday celebration
Night
TBD
Saturday Night Activity
To be decided by the group — bonfire on the beach, pool games, cards, or just relax under the stars?
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Shem Creek · Mount Pleasant
Day Three
Family Church Day
Sunday, May 31
Morning
Potluck
Breakfast at the Beach House
Family prepares breakfast before heading out for Mass
On the menu: Eggs · Longanisa · Rice · Spam · Pandesal · Coffee and juice
12:00 PM
Sunday Mass
Christ Our King Catholic Church · 1149 Russell Dr, Mt. Pleasant · (843) 884-5587 Noon Sunday Mass — right in Mt. Pleasant before lunch
1:30 PM
Special Lunch
Japanese Cuisine
Order in or eat out — just a short drive from Mass
Afternoon
Shem Creek Park Stroll
Shrimp Boat Ln, Mt. Pleasant · Scenic boardwalk along the creek — spot dolphins, pelicans, and shrimp boats
Late PM
Waterfront Park & Pier
99 Harry M. Hallman Jr Blvd · Ravenel Bridge views, fishing pier, and walking trails
Late PM
Return to Isle of Palms
Head back to the beach house after a wonderful day in Mt. Pleasant
Evening
Celebration
Potluck
Dinner Celebrating Lana’s Graduation
A special dinner to honor Lana’s achievement — congratulations, graduate! Cake to follow.
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Isle of Palms · Until Next Time
Day Four
Farewell Morning
Monday, June 1
Morning
Potluck
Farewell Breakfast at the Beach House
Family prepares one last meal together before packing up and heading home