About Us

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Your Midlands Insider – From City Hall to Your New Front Door

For more than 30 years, Swinton W. “Skip” Hudson, III, a 10th generation South Carolinian, has shaped South Carolina’s communities as an urban planner, GIS expert, and mission-support leader for the City of Columbia. Now, as founder of Palmetto State Tours, LLC, Skip channels that same data-driven insight and stakeholder focus into immersive historic experiences and personalized relocation services that make the Midlands feel like home from day one.

Skip’s skills aren’t locked in City Hall—they’re on the ground with you. Whether you’re tracing Columbia’s historic streets or scouting Lexington’s best school districts, every tour is:

• Personalized – Built around your timeline, family, or career move.
• Insight-Rich – Neighborhood trends, zoning context, and hidden gems only a 30-year local expert knows.
• Stress-Free – Half-day or full-day options starting at the State Capitol steps or your hotel.