I have stayed at many Marriott Vacation Clubs on HHI Surf Watch is our favoritePros:Quiet, secluded. Great in October.Beautiful beach, gorgeous marshClose to Bi-lo for groceries.Unlike DVC, grills don't require coal.Friendly "feral" resident catsGreat rooms and sofas, great activities. Cons:Only one "beach" front building.No spa - have to go to Barony Beach. Favorites on Hilton Head:Guiseppi's PizzaRuan ThaiThe Boathouse at Skull CreekA new favorite north of tanger outlets: Jim & Nicks BBQ -- great mac & cheese, grits and collards.We used to ALWAYS go to Micheal Anthony's Italian, but are looking for a new Italian.