Tourism Business Development
PRT’s Community and Economic Development staff provides direct answers, customized information and personalized support for every prospect interested in locating a new or expanding destination-quality project in South Carolina. We have experienced economic development professionals who have the right skills and know the right people to get you answers — FAST.
Travel and tourism is a $16.7 billion a year industry in South Carolina. More than 30 million people travel to the Palmetto State each year, making us one of the nation’s strongest visitor destinations. Our strong tourism industry makes South Carolina an outstanding market for companies seeking new or expanded growth opportunities. Make the smart move. Make South Carolina your next business address!
The strength of this visitor market means South Carolina ranks highly in many national surveys, including:
- #1 Most Business Friendly State (2007, Pollina Corporation)
- #1 in best quality golf experience, availability of world class golf courses, and best variety of courses among its competitive set. (SCPRT from Golf Digest Companies Research Resource Center, 2003)
- 18th in visitor volume among other states. (SCPRT from TIA, TravelScope 2004)
- #2 on Top 10 Favorite Beach. Myrtle Beach beat out other well-known destinations like St. Thomas and Waikiki. (Yahoo! Travel and National Geographic Traveler)
- #5 among the "Most Dynamic States for Entrepreneurs" (2007, Entrepreneur Magazine)
- #6 (Charleston) on Top 10 Cities U.S. and Canada (Travel+Leisure - World's Best Awards 2007)
How We Can Help: Provide us with your site location requirements and allow our experienced staff to assist you with your major tourism project. Assistance is customized based on your individual needs.
Growth Opportunities: South Carolina has an abundance of natural and built amenities across the state with plenty of room to grow. Three distinct regions of the State provide visitors an array of experiences.
Business Climate: We want all our South Carolina businesses to be successful. One way to assure this success is to maintain a stable and competitive tax environment.
Infrastructure: Five interstate highways and eight commercial airports provide visitors accessibility to and around the Palmetto State.
Tourism Statistics: Information and statistics related to travel and tourism in South Carolina.
Useful Links: Websites of interest including the SC Department of Revenue, SC Department of Commerce, SC Department of Transportation, US Census Bureau and others.
Contact Information: How to reach us to learn more about locating your major tourism destination-quality development in South Carolina.