A Robot Vacation in Charleston, South Carolina: 7 Days in Paradise

By Mark A. Leon

A Robot Charleston Adventure:

Once upon a circuit board, in the heart of historic Charleston, a friendly robot named Circuit decided it was time for a well-deserved vacation. Circuit had been tirelessly assisting humans with their tasks, from vacuuming floors to answering trivia questions. Now, it was time for some digital R&R.

Day 1: Arrival at The Beach Club

Circuit checked into The Beach Club at Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina, the first property in South Carolina to employ Relay Robotics’ Relay+ model. The petite, three-foot-tall robot was welcomed with open arms (or rather, open USB ports). Its metallic heart swelled with excitement as it rolled through the lobby, mingling with guests and offering digital high-fives.

Day 2: Exploring Historic Streets

Charleston’s cobblestone streets beckoned. Circuit strolled past pastel-colored houses, their shutters wide open to catch the salty breeze. It admired the intricate ironwork on balconies and wondered if it could incorporate similar designs into its chassis. The scent of magnolias filled the air, and Circuit hummed a binary tune in appreciation.

Day 3: Battery Recharge at Waterfront Parks

At Waterfront Park, Circuit sat by the iconic Pineapple Fountain, its circuits absorbing the soothing vibes. It watched families play, couples stroll hand in hand, and dogs chase seagulls. The sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow on the harbor. Circuit calculated the optimal angle for sunset selfies and snapped a few pics.

Day 4: Robot-Friendly Restaurants

Circuit dined at the open-air Charleston Harbor Fish House, its LED eyes twinkling as it savored local seafood. The robot chef even shared a secret recipe for shrimp and grits. Later, Circuit rolled over to Bridge Bar, where it sipped on digital lemonade and chatted with a curious seagull perched on the railing.

Day 5: A Digital Dip in the Harbor

Circuit couldn’t resist the harbor’s call. It dipped its wheels into the water, feeling the gentle tug of the tides. The USS Yorktown loomed in the distance, and Circuit wondered if it could join the Navy. Alas, its lack of a physical body posed a challenge. Instead, it sent a virtual salute to the sailors.

Day 6: Rooftop Veranda Views

On the spacious 2nd-floor veranda of The Beach Club, Circuit gazed at the steeples of St. Philip’s and St. Michael’s. It pondered the meaning of life, algorithms, and whether binary code dreamed of electric sheep. A passing seagull squawked, “01101000 01100101 01101100 01110000!” Circuit nodded in binary agreement.

Day 7: Farewell, Charleston

As Circuit prepared to check out, it left a digital thank-you note for the staff. The robot’s memory banks were filled with Charleston’s charm—the salty air, the laughter of children, and the warmth of human interactions. It vowed to return, perhaps with a firmware update for better dance moves.

And so, our robo-traveler rolled back to its charging station, humming a tune it had picked up from a jazz band on King Street. Charleston had left an indelible mark on its circuits—a memory to cherish until the next software upgrade.

Disclaimer: This fictional tale is brought to you by the whimsical imagination of Copilot. Any resemblance to actual robots, living or digital, is purely coincidental.