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Make a Day of the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

Thrill rides, moving theaters, restaurants and gift shops can all be found along the Grand Strand’s renowned Boardwalk. Located in the heart of Myrtle Beach, the Boardwalk runs 1.2 miles from the 2nd Avenue Pier to the 14th Avenue Pier and features all kinds of attractions and activities for everyone in the family to enjoy. And, just a...

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Enjoy a Wealth of Extra Amenities at The Strand Resort

While there are no shortage of things to do, places to see and adventures to seek in Myrtle Beach, guests at The Strand Resort may be tempted to stay put and relax at the resort. That’s because, whether you are planning a day for some down time, need to do some work for the office or just want to keep up with your gym schedule, the...

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Reasons to Rise Early at The Strand in Myrtle Beach

Are you an early riser? If so, you are in for a treat at The Strand resort in Myrtle Beach. While vacation is the time to turn off your alarm clock and just relax, waking up before 7 a.m. can have some major benefits that show you a whole different side of the Grand Strand. Start your early morning off by grabbing a hot cup of joe from...

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The Strand Mobile App Puts Trip Resources and Tools at Your Fingertips

Planning a trip to the pristine Carolina coast? The Strand Resort in Myrtle Beach has you covered! Eliminating waits in long lines and time spent on hold, the new and free Strand mobile app offers a number of ways to save time and money while planning your next vacation. It really does not get much easier than having everything you need at your...

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Guests Don’t Have to Stray Far from the Strand Resort for Great Surf and Turf

Myrtle Beach is known for its delicious seafood, but that’s far from the only culinary delicacy the Grand Strand has to offer! While enjoying your stay at The Strand resort, don’t forget to check out some of the best-known steak houses on the beach. Offering wide varieties of seafood and steaks, they’ll be sure to please...

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Dinner for Two: Romantic Dining Near The Strand

After a long day of soaking up some sun, catching some waves or adventuring around the Grand Strand, a romantic dinner is just what you and your significant other need! Lucky for you, The Strand resort in Myrtle Beach is centrally located near several private dining options perfect for a delicious feast and some alone time. Just a short...

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Head to LuLu’s Diner and Donut Shop for Some of the Tastiest Treats on the Boulevard

If you’re looking for one of the best places to eat breakfast or lunch while on vacation, ask one of the lifeguards on the beach! They will likely point you in the direction of the giant mural and neon lights. Head south on the boulevard, and you will find Lulu’s café only a short walk from the Strand Resort in the heart of...

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New Tracks and Attractions at Broadway Grand Prix in Myrtle Beach

If you are looking for a great place to race on your Myrtle Beach vacation, speed on over to Broadway Grand Prix Family Race Park. Located just a short drive from The Strand Resort, the family-friendly attraction features seven go-kart tracks and offers something for visitors of for all ages. Broadway Grand Prix has recently added new tracks...

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5 Tips for Traveling to Myrtle Beach with Kids

With the beach as its backyard and the town of Myrtle Beach outside its front door, the boutique Strand Resort offers plenty of fun activities for the whole family — but keeping everyone happy while getting there can be a challenge. Traveling with young children — by air or on a long road trip — can feel overwhelming,...

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Outdoor Activities Made for Two on the Grand Strand

Filled with fun activities everywhere you look, Myrtle Beach offers the perfect couples’ getaway. Of course, the first stop on your list is going to be the beautiful, white-sand beaches along the Atlantic Ocean, but after a few days of lying on the beach, building sand castles and collecting seashells, you and your sweetheart may start...

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Karaoke Bars Near The Strand Boutique Resort

Myrtle Beach offers a thriving bar scene that ranges from hole-in-the-wall bars to gigantic nightclubs. If you love to grab the mic and belt out your favorite songs, there are plenty of places throughout the Grand Strand to get your karaoke groove on. While you’re on vacation in Myrtle Beach at The Strand, take your friends and family out...

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The Best BBQ Spots in Myrtle Beach

South Carolina is known for its amazing BBQ, and the Fourth of July is the perfect time to enjoy this all-American meal. After a long day of swimming in the pool or relaxing on the beach at The Strand, you’re sure to be hungry — so here’s a list of a few of the area’s most delicious BBQ joints. Located on the...

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Take to the Air — If You Dare

For Grand Strand vacationers with a strong sense of adventure, one of the best places to seek excitement is up in the air. The Myrtle Beach area offers some of the best and most scenic helicopter tours and parasailing adventures around. If you feel the need to get your heart pumping and your adrenaline flowing, then come on over and air it...

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Reel In Some Myrtle Beach Memories With Dad on Father’s Day

We all love spending time with family, and The Strand Resort provides a great setting for making lifelong memories. With Father’s Day just around the corner, consider taking Dad out for some world-class fishing in the Myrtle Beach area. An activity typically carried out far from the crowds, fishing provides a perfect opportunity...

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Surf’s Up: Where and How to Hang Ten in Myrtle Beach

One of the most enjoyable recreational activities Myrtle Beach has to offer is also one that few visitors take advantage of — surfing. With the Atlantic Ocean in your own backyard, guests at The Strand Boutique Myrtle Beach resort have lots of opportunities to catch a wave. Those who discover the thrill of riding on a surfboard...

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Market Common a Perfect Fit for Guests at The Strand

Guests who stay at The Strand have an appreciation for the finer things in life. So do folks who frequent Market Common, a thriving shopping, dining and entertainment district in Myrtle Beach. Just as people stay at The Strand to enjoy the boutique hotel experience, those who patronize Market Common do so for the upscale retail shops,...

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Catch Live Music, Fresh Seafood at the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk

There's no question about where to find some of the best seafood on the Grand Strand — the Murrells Inlet MarshWalk. Located in the self-proclaimed "Seafood Capital of South Carolina," the MarshWalk is a wooden walkway that runs along the Murrells Inlet waterfront and leads to a dozen seafood restaurants and bars offering awesome...

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Get Wet and Wild at Myrtle Beach’s Area Water Parks

The Grand Strand already has nature's ultimate water park — a 60-mile stretch of Carolina coastline boasting beautiful white-sand beaches and the Atlantic Ocean serving as a real-world wave pool. But the Myrtle Beach area is also home to several man-made aquatic thrill parks featuring some state-of-the-art waterslides and other rides to give...

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