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What does real health actually look like—and why do some people seem to have endless energy while others feel stuck, tired, or inflamed?

In this episode of Real Talk Hilton Head, we sit down with Fifth Fithian, local business owner, wellness thinker, world traveler, and the force behind Smooth Cafe on Hilton Head Island, for a wide-ranging and thought-provoking conversation on health, vitality, and living well.

This isn’t a medical lecture or a one-size-fits-all prescription. It’s an honest, curiosity-driven discussion that challenges common assumptions about nutrition, inflammation, gut health, energy, and daily habits—and invites you to rethink how you care for your body.

Fifth shares his personal philosophy on:

• Energy, vitality, and longevity
• Gut health, inflammation, and food choices
• Fermentation, turmeric, and natural wellness strategies
• Movement, sunlight, grounding, and daily routines
• How mindset and joy influence overall health
• Why Hilton Head Island naturally supports an active, healthy lifestyle

Along the way, Fifth also shares stories from living and working around the world—and why he ultimately chose Hilton Head Island as home.

Whether you’re already health-conscious, feeling low on energy, or simply curious about improving how you feel day to day, this episode will get you thinking.

🎧 Listen. Learn. Question everything.

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If you’re spending December in Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort, or Savannah — or you simply want to soak up the magic of Lowcountry holiday traditions — this is your episode.

David & Dale sit down with Erika Hayes from Island Events Magazine to break down every can’t-miss event this holiday season. From twinkling lights on palm trees to Santa sightings, artisan markets, volunteering, sandy sledding, and New Year’s celebrations, this episode gives you the complete roadmap to December in the Lowcountry.

Whether you’re a local, a seasonal resident, or planning a holiday getaway, you’ll walk away with a full bucket list of festive things to do.

In This Episode:

• 🎄 Best Holiday Light Displays — Shelter Cove’s 125,000+ lights, Harbour Town’s iconic tree, Historic Mitchelville drive-thru lights, Dove Street traditions, and Savannah’s Coastal Botanical Garden.
• 🎅 Santa Sightings & Family Traditions — Brunch at Alexander’s, Greg Russell’s Christmas concert under the oak tree, pet-friendly Santa photos, and the Paws & Claws Parade.
• 🛍️ Why Shopping Small Matters — How local spending keeps 6x more dollars in our community, and creative gift ideas from experiences to events to local artisans.
• 🖼️ Where to Find Handmade Gifts — Gallery of Gifts at Art League, SOBA’s holiday market in Bluffton, the Hilton Head Community Market, and pop-up artisan events.
• 🐾 Ways to Give Back — Volunteer ideas with Hilton Head Humane, Deep Well, local churches, senior communities, and more.
• 🏖️ Outdoor Fun — Sandy sledding at the Sea Pines Beach Club, the Polar Plunge, beach days, kayaking, and warm-weather holiday traditions.
• 🎆 New Year’s Eve on Hilton Head — Harbour Town’s two ball drops (7 PM & midnight), Alexander’s NYE dinner, Comedy Magic Cabaret’s celebration, and Savannah event ideas.

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Links + Resources

• Island Events Magazine: Find the latest issue all around Hilton Head or visit HiltonHead.com
• The David Dale Team: www.DavidDale.com
  
  
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Thinking about investing in a second home, diversifying your portfolio, or exploring life outside the U.S.? In this episode of Real Talk Hilton Head, David sits down with longtime friend and international real estate expert Travis Comstock, who traded corporate medical sales in Chicago for full-time living and selling real estate on the Central Pacific Coast of Costa Rica.

Travis breaks down the real story behind Costa Rica’s fast-growing real estate market:
• What makes Costa Rica so attractive for U.S. buyers
• How titled property works (and what to avoid with concessions)
• The surprising affordability of beachfront condos and mountain-view homes
• Rental income potential, occupancy trends, and seasonal demand
• Building costs, infrastructure challenges, and what to know before buying land
• Why younger buyers and multi-home owners are choosing Costa Rica
• The myths, risks, red flags, and the must-have team for buying safely

If you’re curious about international investing, dreaming about a lifestyle home abroad, or wondering whether Costa Rica is truly worth considering, this is a candid, energizing, and eye-opening conversation you won’t want to miss.

Connect with Travis:
Instagram & LinkedIn: @TravisSellsCostaRica
Email: Travis@remax-occr.com

Phone: 614-499-3911

Thinking about a move to the Lowcountry?
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— The David Dale Team powered by eXp Realty is here to help you navigate Hilton Head, Bluffton, and the surrounding coastal communities.

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Thank you for tuning in to Real Talk Hilton Head!

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