*HHI Owners and Beach Lovers Group Thread*

[hhisc16]

June, early as hhisc16 suggests, is better. The weather is warm by then but not usually quite as overpowering as July. While the island truly hits full tilt by 4 July, June can be a little better for crowds. There are always festivals going on in either month, and yes, the fireworks are each Tuesday, I believe, except as noted on the week of 4 July. While poor weather can happen anytime, March is more hit and miss in terms of beach days--could be warm and lovely or 60 and rainy or breezy. Ocean is still cold in March, too. My rank order based on your criteria:
1. Early June (first week or so)
2. Rest of June
3. July
4. March

That would be an interesting poll to see which month is the favorite to visiti dhhir amongst the owners/lovers.
We enjoy every month at dhhir, but each month does have advantages and disadvantages.

 

[badeacon]

Best month to visit:
Trying to decide between June/July .
Any special things, festivals ,etc, happening at HHI or surrounding areas , during those months?

Concidering 2nd week of March also, for spring break. My concern is ,regarding the weather in order to enjoy the beach.

TIA

We have found jelly fish to be problem in July, so if spend a lot of time in water on beach, I would take that in consideration.

 

[hhisc16]

We have found jelly fish to be problem in July, so if spend a lot of time in water on beach, I would take that in consideration.

July seems to be the busiest month of the year at DHHIR. I am not sure of the statistics, but it seems to be close to 100% occupancy all month. I agree with the jellyffish!

 

[adribelle]

That would be an interesting poll to see which month is the favorite to visiti dhhir amongst the owners/lovers.
We enjoy every month at dhhir, but each month does have advantages and disadvantages.

We love going over Christmas break! December is the best for us. So much festive spirit...this year we all had free hot cocoa *in* the beachside pool. It was an experience!

 

[sleepydog25]

That would be an interesting poll to see which month is the favorite to visiti dhhir amongst the owners/lovers.
We enjoy every month at dhhir, but each month does have advantages and disadvantages.

Sounds like a great idea for a new thread!

 

[Suzabella]

Any month except June, July or August for us. We prefer things a little lower key...but not quite as low key as early November. We were the only car on the road there at 7 pm!

 

[MDFam]

We have found jelly fish to be problem in July, so if spend a lot of time in water on beach, I would take that in consideration.

We are headed to HHI for our first time in a week. Are the jellyfish a problem to the point where you really can't go in the water this time of year?

 

[hhisc16]

We are headed to HHI for our first time in a week. Are the jellyfish a problem to the point where you really can't go in the water this time of year?

Just ask the life guard on a daily basis if you are concerned and watch their board/flags for jellyfish signs.

 

[Suzabella]

Maybe grab some vinegar at grocery, just in case.

 

[badeacon]

We are headed to HHI for our first time in a week. Are the jellyfish a problem to the point where you really can't go in the water this time of year?

As others have said. Usually you can go in water but if very high risks , the lifeguards will let you know.
Vinegar or urine will help. I and several in family have been stung some, but not too bad and doesn't keep us out of water.

 

[MDFam]

Thanks for the jellyfish advice! My girls (15 and 21) are determined to swim, but I may be more of a watcher if there's any hint of jellyfish

 

[hhisc16]

If anybody is traveling to DHHIR in August, September or November this year, can you post the monthly activity guide on this thread? I will repost to the first page/post #2.

Our next trip to DHHIR is October and December, so I can post those months on here. Heading to WDW in September.

 

[Smugpugmug]

If anybody is traveling to DHHIR in August, September or November this year, can you post the monthly activity guide on this thread? I will repost to the first page/post #2.

Our next trip to DHHIR is October and December, so I can post those months on here. Heading to WDW in September.

I'll be arriving this Saturday so if no one else does before then, I can post the one for August.

 

[emilymad]

Thanks for the jellyfish advice! My girls (15 and 21) are determined to swim, but I may be more of a watcher if there's any hint of jellyfish

Depending on what beaches you are used to HHI is different with the jellyfish. I am used to seeing them washing up on the beach when they are present but HHI is usually not like that. Two years ago in July we are stung multiple days in a row along with most others on the beach. We never actually saw a single jellyfish.

Definitely ask the lifeguards who are usually super helpful.

 

[lundve]

Possibly going for three nights over Christmas break. We’ve been here twice since the pandemic - both times in July so I’m quite intrigued to see Hilton Head in the winter.

 

[adribelle]

Possibly going for three nights over Christmas break. We’ve been here twice since the pandemic - both times in July so I’m quite intrigued to see Hilton Head in the winter.

You will LOVE IT.

 

[hhisc16]

Possibly going for three nights over Christmas break. We’ve been here twice since the pandemic - both times in July so I’m quite intrigued to see Hilton Head in the winter.

Hilton Head in winter is great. We swam in the DHHIR pool on new years day 2022 and it was 70 degrees!

 

[Smugpugmug]

I have a last minute question. So my family and I are driving down tomorrow and we were wondering if there is a refillable drink station at the beach house? We know there is one by the Big Dipper pool but we spend most of our time at the beach. If there isn't, we are not going to buy the refillable mugs and go buy soda at the Kroger nearby.

 

[SomeImaginationHuh]

We have booked our first trip at the resort, December 30th-January 7th. We are SO excited! Hoping to see some leftover Christmas decorations!!

 

[hhisc16]

I have a last minute question. So my family and I are driving down tomorrow and we were wondering if there is a refillable drink station at the beach house? We know there is one by the Big Dipper pool but we spend most of our time at the beach. If there isn't, we are not going to buy the refillable mugs and go buy soda at the Kroger nearby.

The beach house does have a refillable mug station. Outside time me over also has a station as well. Enjoy your trip!