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The 5 Coolest Myrtle Beach Boardwalk Restaurants, Ranked

The 5 Coolest Myrtle Beach Boardwalk Restaurants, Ranked It pays to be patient and check out reviews before you choose a restaurant. Even in a town like Myrtle Beach, there are good restaurants, and there are great restaurants. That holds true, especially on the boardwalk. It’s a worthy debate, but here are our five faves in this...

Hit These 5 Spots on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

Hit These 5 Spots on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk Finish this sentence: When I’m on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, I love to _____. You could plug in a ton of fun activities. It’s 1.2 miles of diversion, from the pier at 2nd Avenue North to the one at 14th Avenue North. It’s a staple of any Grand Strand visit and has been for...

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What’s Brewing in Myrtle Beach This Spring? Read On

What's Brewing in Myrtle Beach This Spring? Read On If you’re hitting the Grand Strand for a spring getaway, you’re in for a treat. Time Warp is back at Carolina Opry, which means one of the most rockin’ shows in Myrtle Beach is ready to roll. It's the hits of the 60s, 70s, and 80s, on stage, in a vibrant style. Indulge in...

All You Need to Know About Myrtle Beach Outlet Shopping

All You Need to Know About Myrtle Beach Outlet Shopping They’re clean and convenient. Most of all, they’re a haven for retail therapy. Myrtle Beach outlet shopping is alive and well. You’ll want to save room for all the neat stuff you’ll find on your trip back home! Here’s a guide to where the deals are. Tanger...

Take Him to the Grand Strand for 6 Fun Valentine’s Day Activities

Take Him to the Grand Strand for 6 Fun Valentine's Day Activities Some sound advice: Celebrate big on Valentine’s Day this year! Your favorite vacation destination is a beautiful place to start. Even in the off-season, the weather is mild and there’s plenty of fun on tap. It’s a time for romance, on the cusp of spring, and lots...

Something for Couples to Share in Myrtle Beach

Something for Couples to Share in Myrtle Beach Feeling that pull for a winter getaway with your partner? Myrtle Beach is a fabulous place for that. With lovely weather but smaller crowds, an off-season visit can be memorable. Whether it’s time to reconnect or a chance to get better acquainted, pack your bags for the Grand...

A Welcome-Back Guide for Our Winter Guests

A Welcome-Back Guide for Our Winter Guests The long-term stay, winter edition, is now in session! Welcome back. Some call you snowbirds. We call you friends. Winter visitors come for all reasons this season. Here’s what’s new since you were last here, and what’s hot for the cool season! Are you considering your first winter...

Where to See Christmas Lights on the Grand Strand

Expectations are great on the Grand Strand for Christmas lights. Besides the spirited lift that festive lights give us, it’s a relaxing activity to take in with the family. What a great combination that warmer beach weather and holiday festivities can make. It’s a combination of two of our favorite things. Where to see the lights in...

Holiday Show Guide to the Grand Strand

Holiday Show Guide to the Grand Strand You booked your Grand Strand getaway during the holidays on purpose, didn't you? We can’t blame you. Myrtle Beach is rich with golf courses and Calabash seafood. Everyone knows that. But it’s also big-time when it comes to world-class entertainment. Especially holiday shows. They’ll...

Distinguish Yourself From the Crowd at 3 Myrtle Beach Open-Mic Places

Distinguish Yourself From the Crowd at 3 Myrtle Beach Open-Mic Places An open mic is the best way to amuse yourself in Myrtle Beach. If you’re into testing your chops in front of a crowd, the Grand Strand has that opportunity for you. If you’ve graduated from karaoke and want to bring it proper, we have the places you want to get...

5 Myrtle Beach Wine Tours Fit for Your Next Vacation

The world of wine commerce is alive and well in Myrtle Beach. And that’s good news for wine lovers like you. Here on the Grand Strand, you don’t have to go far to find a place for a stellar wine tour — and a great bottle to take home with you. The experience is a delight for the senses. Here’s where to go on your next Myrtle Beach...

Go Down to Myrtle Beach for Fall Festivals

Cooler weather brings out cool festivals in Myrtle Beach. As the summer rush dies down and folks get back to school, there are plenty of reasons to make it to the Grand Strand. This region has a tradition of incredible fall festivals. From North Myrtle to the South Strand, for foodies, families, and fun, this is the place to be. Here’s a...

Eat on the Grand Strand Like Tyler Florence of the Extra Mile

Eat on the Grand Strand Like Tyler Florence of the Extra Mile Tyler Florence came to town and he liked what he ate. The star of “The Extra Mile” visited Myrtle Beach not long ago. The Food Network was in town to film The Great Food Truck Race. He spent time between shoots sampling the area’s food scene. Here are the places he...

Ripley’s Aquarium in a Day? Here’s How

What a cool way to spend a day. Ripley’s Aquarium of Myrtle Beach has so much to offer, that it could dominate a day on your vacation itinerary. It’s so much more than a fish tank! It offers many ways to captivate the imagination of visitors, regardless of age. From Breakfast with a Mermaid to sleepovers, check out what you can do at...

How to Spend a Day at Market Common

Market Common has been the talk of the town for a while. It’s got everything, from dining to shopping to entertainment. It’s on a historic site and is one of the area’s coveted places to live. Whether you’re shopping for something specific or want to relax for a day, Market Common is the spot. Here’s one way to do...

One Way to Spend 7 Delightful Days in Myrtle Beach

Want to capture the essence of your Myrtle Beach vacation? If you’ve got a week, it’s definitely possible. You’ll want a mix of adventure and leisure. And a dinner, al fresco. We have your itinerary for fun right here — but first, did you know this about the Grand Strand? A timeline for a fun week in Myrtle...