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The Top 5 Places for Barbecue in Myrtle Beach … However You Like It

To many of our friends from the North, barbecue is a verb that means "to cook outdoors" (as in "Let's barbecue some burgers and hot dogs”). It’s a noun here in the Carolinas, where barbecue means "meat (usually pork) slow-cooked over hickory smoke then pulled or chopped and piled high on a bun that is slapped with cole slaw and...

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Who Needs to Travel to Italy When Myrtle Beach has Ciao Italian Restaurant?

With a variety of choices from pasta to seafood you will want to eat it all, and you wont have to worry about the quality of their food. Each day they search at the local market to find the freshest ingredients. All of their chicken stock, veal stock, and sauces are made fresh daily, and all of their recipes are all made from scratch/ to order....

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Enjoy a Day of Shopping and Entertainment and to top it off, a Fireworks Show!

Myrtle Beach has tons of actives to enjoy. Don’t forget to check out the Grand Strand’s fireworks shows. They begin in April and continue through Labor Day weekend. Here, we’ve put together a list of the largest weekly fireworks shows along the Grand Strand. Of course, if you’d like opinions or need directions while...

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Top 5 “Must Try” Restaurants in the Myrtle Beach Area

Each restaurant has their own unique taste and vacation is the best time to try new dining experiences. They also have some of the best locations in the Myrtle Beach area. Please do not hesitant to ask the staff of The Strand Resort of additional information, and well as setting up reservations. Let your taste buds explore Myrtle Beach. Here...

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Top 5 Brunch Spots Along the Grand Strand

One of the best parts about brunch is that you can have sweet or savory dishes, or both. Not to mention, it is one of the only time’s alcohol in the early morning is acceptable. Lucky for you, Myrtle Beach is home to some of the top brunch options around - you will not be disappointed. Whether you are looking to have a beer with a hearty...

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Springtime Events in Myrtle Beach

The weather is starting to heat up in Myrtle Beach, and with winter behind us there are so many events and festivals to look forward to in the spring time here in Myrtle Beach, SC.   Check out our listings below for all of the festivals, shows and things to do this spring 2017, held throughout the Grand...

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The Classiest Cocktail Bars in Myrtle Beach

The Strand oceanfront resort in Myrtle Beach was designed for those who appreciate the finer things in life. Those fine things include not only our first-class accommodations and world-class amenities, but also the smaller perks that make a beach vacation complete, like enjoying your favorite mixed drinks at a classy cocktail lounge during your...

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Scotch-Irish Eyes Smiling for Myrtle Beach Highland Games & Heritage Festival

The Celtic-themed festivities don't come to an end after St. Patrick's Day in Myrtle Beach. In fact, with the possible exception of the St. Paddy's Day parades and parties earlier in March, the weekend after the March 17-19 holiday weekend features the greenest gathering of the year on the Grand Strand with the Second Annual Myrtle...

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Scotch-Irish Eyes Smiling for Myrtle Beach Highland Games & Heritage Festival

The Celtic-themed festivities don't come to an end after St. Patrick's Day in Myrtle Beach. In fact, with the possible exception of the St. Paddy's Day parades and parties earlier in March, the weekend after the March 17-19 holiday weekend features the greenest gathering of the year on the Grand Strand with the Second Annual...

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Get Ready to Battle for the Paddle

Get ready for an exciting day filled with adventure and a little bit of exercise. While on vacation in Myrtle Beach, get out and explore some of the wildlife along the wetlands, riverbanks, and forests. You can do all of this on Saturday, March 25, at the Battle of the Paddle. You get to kayak for a total of 9 miles along the Waccamaw River,...

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Create Your Masterpiece While on Vacation in Myrtle Beach

Are you looking for a new and artistic way to relax and enjoy the company of family and friends? During your next stay at The Strand Resort, unleash your inner artist and check out Wine & Design. With two Grand Strand locations — one on Highway 17 in North Myrtle Beach and another on Farrow Parkway in Myrtle Beach — the unique...

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Hot New Summer Deals At The Strand Myrtle Beach Resort

Already booked your stay at the Strand? Well, the excitement isn’t over just yet. Now that you know where you are staying, it is time to start planning everything you’re going to do. Whether you plan on tanning by the pool all day, staying in for a day, or exploring around town -our boutique resort has you covered. We appreciate you...

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Great Dining Options for the Foodie in the Family

The Chemist: Whether you are a science fanatic, or just love trying new and exciting things - you definitely need to check out one of the Grand Strand’s newest restaurants. From the moment you walk into the laboratory, you will be sat at an actual periodic table where you will get a chance to look over the glowing glass menu and try to...

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Bounce Your Way to Big Fun at Myrtle Beach’s Rockin’ Jump

Rockin’ Jump has open arenas, foam-cube pools and, of course, plenty of trampolines. You will have the opportunity to do it all or pick your favorites. Visitors can choose from the Ninja Challenge Course, the Stunt Bag, the Vertical Ops Climbing Wall, the X-Beam (where you and an opponent try to out-balance one another while dueling with...

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Fall in Love With Myrtle Beach This Valentine’s Weekend

There is a wide variety of exquisite restaurants to dine at during your stay along the Grand Strand. Some of the most romantic ones include The Melting Pot, The Library, Austin’s Ocean One, The Brentwood Restaurant & Wine Bistro, and Greg Norman’s Australian Grille. The Melting Pot: One of the hottest date spots in Myrtle...

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New Attractions for 2017 You Don’t want to miss

1.  Escape Room One of the biggest trends that is grabbing attention from groups looking for something to do are escape rooms, an adventure game where you and your group is locked in a room that has a puzzle or a mystery to solve. Perfect for those days when the weather is gloomy, or too hot to bear sitting in the sun, you are bound...

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Plan Your Summer Party at the Carolina Country Music Fest

What better way to kick off the summer than to head down to Myrtle Beach and enjoy some beachfront country music? The 3rd Annual Carolina Country Music Fest will kick off Thursday, June 8, and run through Sunday, June 11. From food and drink to zip lines and some of country music’s top names, you’re sure to have a weekend that you...

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4 Reasons to Book Your Grand Strand Spring Golf Trip Early

If you have the winter blues, here’s a way to break out of them — start planning your spring golf getaway to Myrtle Beach now. With the holiday season over, it’s time to start planning your next vacation. Start picturing yourself on the Grand Strand links and playing a perfect round of spring golf, because the spring...

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