Al Ray is a seventh-generation Charlestonian who was first licensed as a tour guide in 1979. A former president of the Charleston Tour Association, he is widely recognized as a knowledgeable historian and a talented storyteller, strengths that make him an excellent guide. His years of healthcare outreach and public speaking have honed skills that allow him to convey maximum information and retention using humor and logical sequencing of the narrative. Al’s belief is that a good guide will entertain, edify and inform in that order.

Eric Wright is a licensed City of Charleston tour guide and member of the Palmetto Guild. He has been a licensed Charleston guide since 1996 and has been full-time ever since. He spent time working trail maintenance out west for the National Park Service before finishing a double major in history and philosophy at Mississippi State University. His background in southern history led to a quick enthusiasm for Charleston’s unique story—not only the old city’s rich history and ancient architecture but also the natural beauty of the Carolina Lowcountry. He gave his first walking tour in 1997. By 2000, he was working for Mayor Joe Riley as a city hall historian. In the last twenty years, Eric has led tours covering a diverse range of topics. He mentored Jack Thompson, owner of the Original Charleston Civil War Walk, and he is eminently qualified to lead Civil War walks. His other subject walks include Slavery and Freedom, War for Independence, and historic homes. Eric also has several years of experience with harbor and sea island boat tours. Eric lives in Old Mount Pleasant with his wife Catherine and dog Ava.