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What’s Going on in Myrtle Beach This April?

April typically sees spring get into full swing on the Grand Strand — and as the flowers start to bloom and the temperatures hit some of the year’s most comfortable, it’s also a prime time for vacationers to head for the Carolina coast. But the temperatures aren’t the only things warming up in the Myrtle Beach area this April. As spring...

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10 family-friendly things to do at Myrtle Beach

Hit the shore, take in a show and more Is it spring yet? Lucky for all of us, spring comes a little early at Myrtle Beach. (And it’s never too...

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Check Out Some of the Event Highlights in Myrtle Beach This March

Many would argue that St. Patrick’s Day is the brightest spot on the March calendar— and for those who visit the Grand Strand over the March 17 holiday (or the preceding weekend) this year, there will be plenty of green-tinted celebrations on tap honoring Irish culture and the patron saint of the Emerald Isle. But there are many more good...

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Planned New Business Promises to Pour Some Flavor Into Myrtle Beach’s Arts and Innovation District

Excitement is brewing in the heart of downtown Myrtle Beach, as plans for a new Arts & Innovation District are beginning to take shape. And another fun and flavorful ingredient is now expected to be on tap there — because plans for a new microbrewery have been added to the mix. Called Grand Strand Brewing Company, the microbrewery would...

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Heat Up Your February With These Grand Strand Events

While February may be among the coldest months of the year, the entertainment calendar on the Grand Strand can definitely warm things up with the array of shows and events it has on tap — from song-and dance-filled spectacles to entertaining and educational gatherings. If you’re looking to break up the winter doldrums with a getaway to the...

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End Summer on the Grand Strand — at Carolina Country Music Fest 2020

Close your eyes and imagine the perfect end to your summer. Be creative, and don’t hold back. Now, if your dream vision comes complete with amazing ocean views, some of country music’s biggest stars, and thousands of like-minded country music fans joining in the fun, it might seem a little too far-fetched to actually come true, right? But...

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On the Grand Strand, Snowbirds Can Find Plenty of Places to Land

When winter’s grip takes a firm hold up north, the “snowbirds” — travelers who head to warmer climes for extended periods during the year’s coldest days — head south. And among the top destinations for escaping the heavy snowfall and frigid temps of the northern regions is right here on our stretch of the Carolina coast, where a long...

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Enhance Your Myrtle Beach Getaway With These FREE Perks!

If you’ve visited The Strand Resort on the Myrtle Beach oceanfront before, you know that there’s an amazing variety of fun things to do right here on the property — thanks to our impressive list of fun and luxurious amenities, it’s easy to keep your vacation crew entertained and...

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The Grand Strand Events Calendar Offers Plenty to Do This January

For many Americans — thanks to New Year’s Eve festivities and a (hopefully) refreshing day off work for New Year’s Day — January tends to begin with a roar, followed by some much-needed downtime. But all too often, after the holiday week has passed, a quick return the grind comes on its heels. This year, why not keep the good times and...

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Catch an In-Room Movie Night (or a Rainy-Day Flick) at The Strand With DVD Now

Sometimes, after an on-the-go vacation day loaded with sightseeing and chasing down some family fun, there’s no better way to spend the evening than by getting some rest and relaxation back in your hotel room. And the same sentiment can even apply at earlier hours, for example, when inclement weather forces your vacation crew to spend a full day...

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Where Can I See Christmas-Themed Performances in Myrtle Beach?

When it comes to holiday traditions, the ones carried out on the Grand Strand might involve far less snow and require significantly fewer layers of clothing than those observed in the colder climes often associated with the Christmas season — but they boast a distinctive Southern charm all their own. Take, for example, the array of...

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What Is There to Do This December in Myrtle Beach?

While the month of December may not be the first one that springs to mind when planning a beach trip, the year’s final month offers an abundance of reasons to set your sights on the Carolina coast. For one thing, the off-season on the Grand Strand offers many of the same family-friendly attractions that make the Myrtle Beach area so popular —...

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Bag Some Bargains on (and After) Black Friday, Myrtle Beach-Style

Ask the most serious shoppers (and the most dedicated money-savers) what their favorite holidays are, and the responses you get may encompass more than the usual lineup of Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s. For these bargain hunters, the list may also feature a famed shoppers’ weekend that lands early in the holiday-season mix — a long...

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Catch an In-Room Movie Night (or a Rainy-Day Flick) at The Strand With DVD Now

Sometimes, after an on-the-go vacation day loaded with sightseeing and chasing down some family fun, there’s no better way to spend the evening than by getting some rest and relaxation back in your hotel room. And the same sentiment can even apply at earlier hours, for example, when inclement weather forces your vacation crew to spend a full day...

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The ‘Nice List’: A Rundown of the Grand Strand’s Holiday Events and Activities

While the Grand Strand’s usual holiday-season weather may not bring to mind the snow-covered scenes most of us envision when thinking of Christmas, there is still an impressive list of festive holiday traditions visitors to the Myrtle Beach area can enjoy. In fact, many of the Carolina coast’s time-tested holiday events and activities have...

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Catch Some Live College Football During Your Myrtle Beach Vacation

The passions, pageantry, spirit and traditions of college football are hard to top in any American sport, whether amateur or professional. And for fall visitors to the Myrtle Beach area, nearby Coastal Carolina University offers the opportunity to catch all of the sport’s excitement live and in person — without the hard-to-navigate crowds and...

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How Can I Protect My Home Against Thieves When I Travel?

All of us tend to get excited about our vacation-travel plans — especially when our getaway destination of choice is the attraction-filled Grand Strand. But unfortunately, travelers aren’t the only ones who get excited about vacations — as our treks to exciting and faraway places also offer the perfect opportunity for thieves to break into...

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Explore Our Fall Festival Lineup

Cooler temperatures, less crowds and no lines!  Why wouldn't you want to come to Myrtle Beach during the fall season.  But wait, I have a huge reason to share with you - all of the fall events, festivals and fun along the Grand Strand.  We have compiled a list and want to share to make your vacation planning even easier, check it...

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