Before relocating here I strongly advise you to spend some time here in the summer. It gets hot here, very hot. Depending on what part of the state you go to, do your research. It will be a culture shock and probably not a good one in some places. I’m not trying to discourage you I just want you to make an informed decision. I have lived in SC all of my life, it really depends on what you want. If you want a laid back place with lots of outdoor activities, cultural activities, and great restaurants go for either the Greenville or Columbia area. If you want a ghetto-thug like life then Myrtle Beach is the place. If you are a horse person who likes nice places, Aiken. Camden is also horse country but they are very proud of their contribution to our nation’s independence. High culture, great restaurants, great shopping but lots of humidity from June-October go for Charleston. If you don’t mind cliques and being talked about then any small town will work. Small towns in SC do have the hospitality but it’s a fake one. Hope this helps....
I went to visit my friend in Charleston last summer; it was pretty hot. I’m used to hot and humid summers up here. Charleston was gorgeous, the city proper had a small-town feel, and it felt great. I was in a city, but not surrounded by skyscrapers, garbage and crappy people. It was overall a wonderful experience.