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Make The Strand Your Home Base for Fall Festivals in Myrtle Beach

Labor Day weekend is approaching fast, and so is the fall festival season in Myrtle Beach. The end of the busy tourist season culminates in a wide variety of special events in September, October, and November, and The Strand is the place to stay for a fun fall getaway. Located on the oceanfront in downtown Myrtle Beach, The Strand is...

Top 5 Reasons to Stay at The Strand in Myrtle Beach

There's a new high-rise resort on the Myrtle Beach oceanfront, but one with a proven track record. Formerly known as the Breakers Resort Boutique North Tower, this recently renovated building is now known as The Strand, and it is even better than ever. Although still a part of the Breakers' family of hotels, The Strand has established its own...

Myrtle Beach Pelicans Offer Baseball, Family Fun

There’s a new game in town, or at least a new home team for Myrtle Beach to support. But Grand Strand baseball fans can expect the same quality teams, talent and family-friendly entertainment at the ol’ ballpark. The Myrtle Beach Pelicans, the Advanced Class A minor-league baseball team, made the transition to a new parent club in...

Fishing Hot Spots near The Strand

Why go to a fancy seafood restaurant when you Myrtle Beach visitors can go out and get the fresh catch of the day by yourself? It’s a challenge many choose to accept, and there are plenty of places to go where you can hook a big one. Here are five hot spots close to The Strand to go fishing: Beach: Surf fishing can be a bit tricky but...

Experience the Ultimate in Amenities at Myrtle Beach’s The Strand

The primary reasons for going on vacation are to relax and have a good time. At The Strand in Myrtle Beach, guests have all the amenities to accomplish that mission and more, without ever leaving the resort. Located on the Myrtle Beach oceanfront, The Strand is as well known for its luxurious amenities as it is for its clean and comfortable...

Frequently Asked Questions At The Strand

Listed below is a list of frequently asked questions by our guests at The Strand. If you do not find the answer here, feel free to contact us at info@thestrand.com: * What tax rate can I expect to pay? Guests can expect to pay 12% taxes. * What is included in the resort fee? The Strand's resort fee includes:...

WonderWorks Brings Science-Based Fun to Broadway at the Beach

Myrtle Beach is filled with attractions that offer mindless fun. After all, you don’t have to be a rocket scientist to slip down a waterslide or rocket down a roller coaster. But there is one attraction that offers some educational value to go with the good times – WonderWorks at Broadway at the Beach. Step One: Let’s keep...

WonderWorks Brings Science-Based Fun to Broadway at the Beach

Myrtle Beach is filled with attractions that offer mindless fun. After all, you don’t have to be a rocket scientist to slip down a waterslide or rocket down a roller coaster. But there is one attraction that offers some educational value to go with the good times – WonderWorks at Broadway at the Beach. Step One: Let’s keep...

Five Beach Toys to Keep the Kids Entertained

Even on a Myrtle Beach vacation, it’s not enough just to take kids to the beach any more. The millennial generation needs to be entertained or they are quick to escape back into their cell phones and video games for amusement. But there are several toys and games you can invest a few bucks in to keep them engaged and active on the beach....

Myrtle Beach Calendar of Events for April

Springtime marks the start of the festival season on the Grand Strand, and this year is no different. From free concerts and fireworks shows to several arts and crafts events highlight the Myrtle Beach social calendar this spring. Here’s a list of some of the many fun events this month: * April 3-16, 12th Annual Seacoast Artists Guild...

Myrtle Beach Offers Wide Variety of Fishing Options

Myrtle Beach may be famous for golf, but fishing may be its best-kept sports secret. Folks know about the fresh seafood in the restaurants and the fishing boats that bring it to shore, but few consider the fun and exciting alternative of catching your own buffet. From the deeper waters far off the coast to the inland streams and rivers, the...

Where You Can and Can’t Take Fido in Myrtle Beach

If you think Myrtle Beach's animal laws are confusing, just imagine how your dog must feel. Our four-legged friends don't understand terms like "custody" and "jurisdiction"; they just want to run and play on the beach and have a good time with their owners. It's up to the humans to understand where your dog can and cannot go, and...

Top 5 Things to do in Myrtle Beach This Spring

Myrtle Beach boasts more to see and do than anyone could cover during one spring break. Between the beach, golf courses, shops and restaurants, there’s no problem keeping busy. But for those looking for a little something different, somewhere you won’t get lost in the crowds, check out this list of five places that are perfect for a...

Myrtle Beach Segway Offers Tours, Rentals

The easiest way to get around the Grand Strand also happens to be the most fun. Myrtle Beach Segway, the only place in town to ride these personal transportation devices, provides Segway rentals and tours for visitors looking for a unique way to spend a day. For those unfamiliar with the Segway, it's a two-wheeled electric vehicle that...

Carolina Country Music Fest Coming to Myrtle Beach

Hold on to your cowboy hats … the big one is coming. Country music fans in Myrtle Beach and beyond have good reason to click their booted heels, as the inaugural Carolina Country Music Fest is coming HERE, to Myrtle Beach, June 5-7. The three-day Myrtle Beach festival on the beach will feature Eric Church, Lady Antebellum, Hunter...

Top 5 Places to Catch March Madness in Myrtle Beach

There's a big difference between coming down with spring fever and March Madness, although it is possible to catch a bad cases of both at the same time. For basketball fans, getting their warm-weather fix in Myrtle Beach during the NCAA Basketball Tournament, it's a double dose of hoops and heat. So what's a hot-blooded hoops fan to...

Five Signs that Spring is Around the Corner in Myrtle Beach

Science calls it the “vernal equinox,” but you don’t have to be a climatologist to know when it’s almost springtime. That’s especially true of Myrtle Beach, where blooming flowers and neon lights create a colorful combination for visitors to enjoy. From the natural beauty of the Carolina coastline to the manmade...

Top 5 Fun Things to do at Myrtle Beach Area’s State Parks

Myrtle Beach is popular for its many manmade attractions, such as thrill parks, restaurants and shopping centers, but the natural beauty of the Grand Strand is its best kept secret. The South Carolina coastal region, known for its sandy beaches, tidal creeks and salt marshes, is one of the most scenic in the United States, and is perfectly...

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