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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...

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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...

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...

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...

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...

Your Guide to Breweries in Myrtle Beach

Your Guide to Breweries in Myrtle Beach Question: How much does the presence of great breweries affect your vacation decisions? If you’re into craft brews and fantastic views, Myrtle Beach is definitely your kind of place. This summer, vacation where the fun is hot and the beer is always ice cold. The brewery...

Ranking the Top 5 Steakhouses in Myrtle Beach

Many Myrtle Beach visitors plan on a steak dinner. We love steak! All the deep, resonant flavor when you get that tender, juicy first bite. Sorry, we get carried away a little when it comes to steak. Let’s talk a little about how to order a steak the way you like it. Tips for ordering steak You’ll find a variety of...

Here Are Some of Myrtle Beach’s Favorite Places for Ice Cream

A favorite ice cream parlor is a gem to treasure. Especially during the summer months on the Grand Strand. Through extensive research and taste-testing, we’ve compiled a list of the best. Someone had to do it! Visit these places for some of the most unforgettable desserts ever. But first … Tips for Eating Ice Cream Crazy,...

5 Wine Bars and Wineries on the Grand Strand You Must Visit

The beauty of the Grand Strand’s burgeoning wine bar scene is that you have so much freedom to choose. They’re off the beaten path and also in popular neighborhoods. They’re distinctive, and that adds to the city’s scene. Myrtle Beach is more than calabash shrimp and bike week. Here are favorite spots to consider when visiting the...

3 Fantastic Date-Night Plans in Myrtle Beach for You Two

3 Fantastic Date-Night Plans in Myrtle Beach for You Two Not all date nights are chocolate hearts and teddy bears. Some are toes-in-the-sand and SkyWheel. Myrtle Beach provides the ideal setting for whatever version of romance you seek. We’ve found three that work well, with plenty of fun things to do. Whether you’re on a...

29 Places in Myrtle Beach That Offer Military Discounts

29 Places in Myrtle Beach That Offer Military Discounts It’s a good program that show’s some appreciation for men and women in uniform: The military discount. It’s the least we civilians can do — extend a bit of a break to those who protect our freedom. Myrtle Beach has lots of businesses that are proud to take part. Some...

5 Myrtle Beach Craft Cocktail Bars You Must Visit on Your Next Trip

Myrtle Beach continues to develop into a spot for cuisine and spirits. It should be no surprise. This vacation favorite destination has become more complex and diverse over the years. As drinking tastes become more complex, Myrtle Beach is staying a step ahead. For a night you’re in the mood for something more than what’s on tap, visit...

4 Fun Fall Cocktails to Enjoy During Your Next Myrtle Beach Vacation

When most vacationers think of libations to enjoy in Myrtle Beach, summer staples and/or beach-ready frozen concoctions like the margarita, the daiquiri and the piña colada likely spring to mind. But of course, Myrtle Beach is a great vacation destination throughout the year — and the must-try drinks on the Grand Strand go well beyond the usual...

5 Myrtle Beach Buffets You Must Try

Time to belly up on your Myrtle Beach getaway. Few things entice us as an all-you-can-eat buffet. Is it the splendid variety? The challenge of how much you can put away? Maybe a little of both? Either way, there are some excellent choices on the Grand Strand. In a place of excess and living in the moment, what could be a better dinner than a...