2012 Myrtle Beach Area Visitors Guide

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“Top Ten Places for Families to Visit in the U.S.”

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“#1 Best Beach in the United States” – TripAdvisor 2010 & 2011

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“Top 10 Boardwalks” – National Geographic

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The Official Myrtle Beach area ViSiTorS GuidETM

Welcome

Enjoy a dose of Southern hospitality – Myrtle Beach style – as we introduce you to our sunny shores and endless fun.

Play

The beach is only the beginning along the Grand Strand.

Check out our world-class attractions, entertainment and shopping, and plan out your stay with our events calendar on page 52.

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Just because you’re at the beach, doesn’t mean you have to eat seafood.

While known for our fresh coastal cuisine, you’ll find options to please the pickiest of eaters in the Myrtle Beach area.

Golf

You’ll find golf galore along our South Carolina coastline with over 100 championship courses, for the beginner all the way to the pro.

Visitors information/directory

Stay smart, even on vacation, with our area weather stats, information and member listings.

Stay & Play®

You’ll find the perfect place to rest easy at night with a listing of accomodations to fit any size or budget.

T h e O f f i c i A l M y rT l e B e Ac h A r e A V i S i TO r S G u i d e ™ is a free publication produced for the Myrtle Beach Area convention & Visitors Bureau. The information in this guide has been carefully compiled to ensure accuracy at the time of publication.

The Myrtle Beach Area convention & Visitors Bureau cannot guarantee the accuracy of furnished information and will not be responsible for omissions, changes or errors. The Official Myrtle Beach Area Visitors Guide™ is registered in the u.S. Patent and Trademark Office. copyright 2012 by the Myrtle Beach Area convention & Visitors Bureau. All rights reserved. No part of this publication, written or graphic, may be reproduced without the written consent of the Myrtle Beach Area convention & Visitors Bureau. Printed in the u.S.A.

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Welcome to the Beach It’s your turn to relax, whether you’re basking on the shore of the sparkling Atlantic Ocean or admiring the stars on a warm summer night. Year after year, visitors to the Myrtle Beach area find that time loses its meaning and cares slip away with the tide. The Myrtle Beach vacation experience offers something for everyone, with 60 miles of pristine beaches, blue skies, palmetto trees swaying in the breeze and attractions for every taste. We’re glad you’re here— enjoy the fun and excitement of a Myrtle Beach vacation experience.

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Pawleys Island

Get your bearings– Exploring the Myrtle Beach Area The Myrtle Beach area’s 60-mile coast has 12 unique communities, each with its own individual style. Check as many as you can off of your list during your next vacation and enjoy the variety of South Carolina’s Grand Strand and all it has to offer.

Little River is our northernmost community, and visitors will find life moves at a slower pace in this small fishing village. The historic waterfront is home to the popular Blue Crab Festival, as well as a favorite place to watch the fishing fleet come in with the days’ catch.

Home of the shag, the South Carolina state dance, North Myrtle Beach is actually a group of

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four smaller communities joined along a nine mile stretch of beach. In the middle of North Myrtle Beach, Atlantic Beach, also known as the “Black Pearl,” is a town molded by the Gullah-Geechee culture and home to several annual festivals.

At the heart of the Grand Strand lies Myrtle Beach, offering beautiful beaches and shopping for everyone from bargains to boutiques and endless entertainment. Known as the “family beach,” Surfside Beach’s hometown atmosphere offers fishing, festivals and fun in the sun.

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Find us on Facebook.com/VisitMyrtleBeachSC Surf’s up in Garden City, a favorite of area surfers and fisherman alike. Garden City Pier is a hub of activity, offering food, fun and even nightlife. A little farther south in Murrells Inlet, a sunset stroll along the Marshwalk is the perfect way to enjoy the spectacular beauty of the area.

Elegant, upscale Litchfield Beach is dotted with golf courses, one-of-a-kind boutiques and wide beaches. Just down the road lies historic Pawleys Island, once the summer home to wealthy, pre-Civil War rice planters.

Find out why the East Coast’s oldest summer resort calls itself “arrogantly shabby.”

Conway, just a short drive inland, is fast becoming a mecca for local artists and craftsmen.

This historic riverside town offers festivals and artwalks as well as a look back into the history of Horry County. Loris is known not only for its friendliness, but for the popular Bog-Off Festival.

If you’ve never tried chicken bog, you’re in for a treat. Continue celebrating country living in Aynor, home to the Harvest Hoe-Down Festival.

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Pawleys Island

Where Life Moves a little Slower Found at the southernmost end of the Myrtle Beach area, Pawleys Island is one of the oldest vacation spots on the East Coast beginning as the summer home to wealthy pre-Civil War rice planters looking for escape from the heat and disease-carrying mosquitoes. Some of these homes are still intact and historical markers throughout the small island provide historical background. Residents and visitors alike proudly call Pawleys Island “arrogantly shabby” and revel in its simplicity and natural beauty.

The community of Pawleys Island boasts a bevy unique shops and restaurants and its slower pace encourages hours of hammock relaxation. Beach houses have been passed down through the generations, and according to Pawleys Island resident Josh Quigley, the community is “old school and proud of it.”

From this leisurely existence, Pawleys Island has developed its laid back, shoeless lifestyle. An afternoon crabbing in the creek, followed by a feast of the day’s catch is the kind of beautifully simple day that entices visitors year after year. HammockCoastSC.com

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Litchfield Beach Lovely, Unspoiled and Subtly Sophisticated

Long walks on wide beaches erase the cares of visitors to Litchfield Beach. Quiet and reserved, Litchfield Beach’s sophisticated appeal includes world-class golf courses, fine dining and a slightly urban feel. Beaches are more sparsely populated here, and the natural beauty of sand and sea oats takes center stage.

Established in 1978, this popular unincorporated beach community took its name from Litchfield Plantation, a lovely rice plantation on the Waccamaw River. Runners, walkers and bikers enjoy Waccamaw Neck Bikeway that is part of the East Coast Greenway, finding no better way to experience the sights and sounds of this beautiful area. HammockCoastSC.com

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Murrells Inlet The Great Outdoors

Murrells Inlet has so much to offer to those who love the outdoors. The Marshwalk offers spectacular views and a chance to watch fishing boats come in with the days’ catch. Thrill seekers will relish opportunities to parasail, ride a banana boat or drive a jet ski. Both the young and young at heart will have a swashbuckling good time on pirate-themed boat tours that bring Murrells Inlet’s history of pirates and adventurers to life. Known world-wide for its beauty, Brookgreen Gardens showcases its extensive American sculpture collection with the best nature has to offer. Known as “the seafood capital of South Carolina,” there’s a delicious dinner waiting after a busy, fun-filled day.

This fishing village has a boating experience for every taste, from kayaking at sunrise to a day-long, chartered deep sea fishing excursion to the Gulf Stream. For those who like to cook their own seafood, local markets offer the freshest selection of shrimp, fish, oysters and crabs. After dark, things get lively along the Marshwalk, with live music streaming from

several establishments. The lively music, plus the delicious smell of cooking seafood, makes it nearly impossible not to stop and enjoy the fun.

Founded by Archer and Anna Huntington in 1931, Brookgreen Gardens was their gift to the community they loved. Today it is a National Historic Landmark with one of the world’s most significant collections of figurative sculpture by American artists in an outdoor setting. Visitors will always find something in bloom, no matter what the season, and the zoo offers an up close look at local wildlife.

Directly across the highway lies Huntington Beach State Park, originally a part of the Huntington’s estate and now a must-see for the serious bird watcher. This 2500-acre park also offers ocean-side camping, fishing and nature programs along the three miles of beach and hundreds of acres of salt marsh.

This was also the summer residence of the Huntington’s and their castle-inspired home, Atalaya, is open for exploration daily.

Whether up-close or at a distance, an encounter with nature is waiting in Murrells Inlet. Enjoy the great outdoors! MurrellsInletSC.com VisitMyrtleBeach.com

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Surfside Beach Proudly Known as “The Family Beach” It’s all about families in Surfside Beach where visitors will find activities to please all ages. By the time the town was incorporated in 1964, the quiet, clean community had already established its reputation as a family beach. In the early 1800s, much of what is now Surfside Beach was owned by John Tillman and called The Ark Plantation, where the main crop produced was sweet potatoes. The original plantation house stood until the middle of the 20th century.

Pristine, beautiful beaches are cleaned daily and supervised by lifeguards and police. Several beach access points offer showers and restrooms, as well as handicapped accessible ramps. This ecofriendly beach encourages beach-goers to recycle by collecting cans, bottles and newspapers.

The Surfside Beach Pier is perfect for sunset walks over the water or enjoying Sunday Serenades, a summer concert series. Fishermen interested in casting a line will find equipment rentals and bait available in the pier’s tackle shop. Originally

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built in 1953, this pier has been rebuilt at least three times, most recently in March of 1993.

Visitors can enjoy a game of tennis, bocce, shuffleboard and much more at one of the town’s seven public parks. All Children’s Park has playground equipment made especially for those with physical handicaps. The newest park, Passive Park, sits beside the public library and offers a place to enjoy the beauty of nature in quiet contemplation.

Miniature golf courses offer hours of fun in Surfside, and for those who want a day out of the sun, there is still a lot to do. Enjoy a game of billiards or perfect a strike at the local bowling alley. For heart-stopping, fast paced excitement visit the local water park, which also features bumper boats, a race track, go carts and more.

No matter the season, there’s always something fun to do in Surfside Beach. Generations of families return year after year making memories that last a lifetime. SurfsideBeach.org

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Myrtle Beach The Hub of the Grand Strand From relaxing on the shore to unbelievable shopping, exciting rides and attractions, and sizzling night life, opportunities for the perfect vacation are endless in Myrtle Beach. An urbane cultural scene brings it all together, making Myrtle Beach an ideal, oceanfront vacation destination.

Now a thriving metropolis, Myrtle Beach began as a getaway for employees of the lumber industry in Conway who would take the train to “New Town” on their free weekends. The area continued to grow until its incorporation in 1957. A contest to name the town resulted in “Myrtle Beach,” inspired by the area’s prolific Southern Wax Myrtle shrubs.

Today, visitors have nearly unlimited opportunities for entertainment in Myrtle Beach. For beautiful views of the Atlantic Ocean, take a leisurely stroll down the oceanfront boardwalk or enjoy a ride on the new, 200-foot SkyWheel. Riding the waves on a boogie board is just the thing to cool off on a hot afternoon as is visiting one of the area’s water parks with slides, wave pools and fountains. Visit up close and personal with some of the ocean’s most

interesting inhabitants at Myrtle Beach’s aquarium or see what a 70 mph hurricane wind feels like in the new interactive science museum. And nothing says summer like an afternoon of baseball at BB& T Coastal Field, home of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans.

For those who love to be active, Myrtle Beach’s state park offers maritime forests and unspoiled beachfront for camping, hiking, biking and nature programs for all ages. Anglers can throw a line off of local fishing piers, while the more adventurous may want to give Jet Skiing or parasailing a try.

Art and music lovers will enjoy a visit to the area’s art museum, located near the ocean and featuring world class exhibits year round, or a concert by the area’s well-known symphony.

Nothing beats the night life in Myrtle Beach, with its comedy clubs, music ranging from country to disco, and popular dancing spots, while exciting dinner shows featuring pirates and medieval knights make nights out with the family times to remember. VisitMyrtleBeach.com VisitMyrtleBeach.com

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Garden City Beach

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Generations of Fun

Where Past Meets Present

Located directly south of Surfside Beach, Garden City Beach stretches south to the mouth of Murrells Inlet and straddles the county line between Horry and Georgetown counties. Year after year, the same families return to this small beach community for their beach vacation.

The heart of Garden City Beach is the Pier, which boasts live music at night and an angler’s paradise during the day. Arcades filled with the whirls and jingles of games intermixed with the laughter of the players are a favorite stop for those ready to have fun after a day of play in the sun. Lighthearted, family-friendly celebrations are held throughout the year, such as the Fourth of July golf cart parade.

The inlet meets the ocean in Garden City Beach, and on the marsh side visitors find spectacular sunsets and restaurants serving fresh seafood. A stroll along the creek walk is a relaxing way to end the day. On the southern end of Garden City Beach, a marina offers boaters safe harbor and an interesting place for visitors to have dinner while enjoying the peace found where water meets land. VisitMyrtleBeach.com

In the early 1930s, when African-Americans were restricted by segregation laws, Atlantic Beach, also known as the “Black Pearl,” was formed as a vacation getaway for AfricanAmerican families. It became a popular vacation destination, and black-owned businesses thrived in this small community nestled in the heart of North Myrtle Beach.

Many residents are descendants of the Gullah-Geechee people, former slaves from the West Coast of Africa who lived and worked in the coastal area from around Jacksonville, Fla., to Wilmington, N.C. Today, residents of Atlantic Beach are working to preserve the rich heritage and traditions of their community. An annual festival celebrates the Gullah-Geechee culture with food, music and dancing. 843-663-2284

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north Myrtle Beach Home of the Shag

The area now known as North Myrtle Beach has a rich history that began well before Europeans appeared. Originally the part-time home and retreat of the Waccamaw and Winyah Native American tribes, they called the coast, “Chicora,” meaning “the land.” The Spanish explored the area in the 1500s, and by the 1700s, what is now known as Cherry Grove was a successful indigo plantation, as well as the occasional home of the notorious pirate Blackbeard.

Today, North Myrtle Beach is a thriving area and a favorite among tourists. In 1968, four existing communities, Cherry Grove, Windy Hill, Ocean Drive and Crescent Beach were combined to form the city.

Throughout the year, festivals celebrate everything from St. Patrick’s Day to the end of summer. Sounds of beach music can be heard in the Ocean Drive section nearly every night as those who love the state dance, the shag, slip and slide the night away.

An oceanfront amusement park on Main Street offers classic rides and amusements to please all ages, along with free summer concerts throughout the season in nearby McLean Park. Reptiles rule at a sanctuary that houses alligators, snakes and lizards. Beautiful beaches, fishing piers, boating and the world’s largest waterslide offer plenty of outdoor fun.Finding treasures and souvenirs are an exciting addition to any vacation. Well known for its wide variety of shopping, North Myrtle Beach has an eclectic array of outlet stores, malls, quirky flea markets and unusual boutiques.

After a day spent enjoying all that North Myrtle Beach has to offer, gorgeous sunsets herald the end of daylight, and the beginning of a nightlife filled with excitement. Live theater, variety shows, dance clubs and more are part of the fun in North Myrtle Beach. The diversity of North Myrtle Beach guarantees something for everyone to enjoy. NorthMyrtleBeachChamber.com

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Conway

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Preserving the Past

Where Life Slows Down

Set on the banks of the beautiful Waccamaw River lies the town of Conway. One of the oldest towns in South Carolina, Conway is the county seat of Horry County (pronounced O-ree), and has all the charm and grace of an older Southern town. Tree-lined streets run through the picturesque historic district of Conway, inviting visitors to stay and learn more.

Visitors to the L.W. Paul Living History Farm will have the opportunity to participate in the activities of the everyday life of a farm family living in Horry County between 1900-1955.

A visit to the county museum, followed by a guided tour through the historic district is a pleasant way to spend an afternoon. The charming downtown area has lovely historic architecture that houses unique shops, a thriving art community and interesting restaurants.

Top it off with a stroll on the Riverwalk for a perfect day in historic Conway. ConwaySCChamber.com

This small fishing village, located in the northernmost part of the Myrtle Beach area, provides a relaxing, laid back destination for travelers.

Little River has been inhabited since the establishment of its first trading post in the 1700s and provides adventures on both land and sea.

Jet Ski and boat rentals are available on the waterway while deep sea fishing charters leave with the sunrise, taking anglers to some of the best fishing spots on the coast. Shorter fishing and party boat cruises are also available daily, and evening trips on casino boats offer excitement and fun.

Land lovers can enjoy a sunset stroll on the live oak-lined historic waterfront as commercial fishing boats come in, bringing fresh seafood to satisfy diners at local restaurants and seafood markets.

Little River’s annual Blue Crab Festival, held every May, is a 30 year-long tradition attracting thousands to a weekend of live music, arts and crafts, and seafood, and October’s Shrimp and Jazz Festival never fails to impress. LittleRiverChamber.org

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A Taste of Southern Hospitality

A Small Town With Much to Offer

Incorporated in 1913, the small town of Aynor once had a bustling tobacco market, as well as a cotton gin, brickyard and several mills. Located 35 miles inland on Highway 501, this friendly community is known as “Little Golden Town.”

September brings the Harvest Hoe Down Festival to Aynor where country living is celebrated with food, games, music and fun for the entire family.

The historic Hagood House, built in the 1920s, has been restored and is operated as a bed and breakfast, as well as a restaurant, offering visitors a charming way to enjoy Southern hospitality.

Each November, the Native American Waccamaw tribe holds their annual Pauwau on tribal grounds just outside of Aynor. Festivities include tribal dance and demonstrations of the rich culture and heritage of the tribe. AynorChamber.org

Visitors driving to the northern end of the Myrtle Beach area will pass through the small inland town and close-knit community of Loris on Highway 9.

The community began in the 1880s as a railroad town to service the local lumber industry and became the first town in the state to have its own newspaper, high school, bank, telephone system and doctor.

Today, a revitalized downtown makes for a great stop off the beaten path, offering quaint shopping, dining and southern hospitality. The local farmers market is a feast of fresh produce, home baked goods and arts and crafts, and the nearby Waccamaw River is home to a wide array of wildlife and the local environmental education center’s annual Forever Wild Swampfest.

On the third Saturday of every October, Loris hosts the Great Loris Bog-Off Festival. The daylong event celebrates this Southern favorite dish of rice, chicken and sausage with a day of fun and festivity that attracts more than 25,000 people each year. The Bog-Off competition brings out the best area cooks, and visitors come prepared to sample a variety of seasonings and secret ingredients in this savory local dish. LorisChamberSC.com VisitMyrtleBeach.com

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My Myrtle Beach

Visitors Recall Their Favorite Myrtle Beach Area Vacation Memories 38 years ago when we were first married, my husband and my best friend and her husband started taking our vacation together. We would rent a beach house in Surfside (No air conditioning, pool, dish washer, washer & dryer, television or phone), but we loved it. Each year, we would rent another house. Then we both had two children, so we moved up to a condo. Later the boyfriends and girlfriends had to come, then it was their husbands and my son’s wife. We were now at 10 of us, so we moved to a bigger condo. Eight years ago the grandchildren started being born so now we are up to 16. We still love Myrtle Beach! Our families haven’t missed a year in the last 38 years of being together for that one week of vacation. We still love it just as much today as then.

2009 was the first time we vacationed in Myrtle Beach. It exceded our expectations.. The resort that we stayed at was great, very kid friendly. There was so much to do and see in Myrtle Beach.

We loved everything about it. The water temperature was outstanding...no need to get used to the cold ocean water, because in Myrtle Beach the water is simply just warm!! We loved it so much, we are returning again this year!! It was an awesome vacation destination for our entire family....Can’t wait till summer!!

- The Polanowski Family Wilkes Barre, PA

- The Rice Family Elberton, GA

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es My favorite Myrtle Beach memory was in 2008.

My son Dominic was six-years-old. We rented a shark charter. My son loves to fish, and we both are shark lovers. That morning we set off for the big hunt. There were six of us on the boat, but I only knew my son. One of the couples told me that the only reason they went on the trip was because they wanted to see him catch a shark.

As the morning went on, everyone had a turn to reel in some large sharks.When it came to my son, he hooked a 150lbs 6 foot Dusky shark. He was able to fight with me helping for about 5-10 minutes. Then I had to reel the rest of the way and I almost couldn’t do it. But we landed the shark and took a picture before they released it. Later that day, we went to Broadway and to a shop where you can build your own remote control car. After spending hours at the shops at Broadway we finally ventured back to our condo in Garden City. As we were getting ready for bed, my son looked at me and said “Dad this was the greatest day in my life.” These words from my six-year-old brought tears to my eyes. Two years later, I still hear him tell me the stories of that day and he still believes that day was the best day of his life. Thanks Myrtle Beach for giving my son and I memories that we will never forget!

It is difficult to identify just one Myrtle Beach area memory. My family regards Myrtle Beach as our personal “Zanadoo.” A retreat of sorts-where we go to “get grounded” and re-connect as a family. To my family and I, Myrtle Beach is an almost spiritual experience that we must complete at least once a year, regardless of the economic climate. If I had to pick just one experience however, it would be the Pelicans season opener in 2009. The environment that night was magical; the weather was great, the family was there, and the seats were awesome.

- The Watrous Family Utica, NY

- The Kestranek Family Brunswick, OH VisitMyrtleBeach.com

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Best-of-the-Best: Myrtle Beach Area receives Prestigious Accolades and Awards The Myrtle Beach area of South Carolina continually proves that it is worthy of the moniker “The Grand Strand” year-after-year, garnering prestigious awards and designations ranging from the “World’s Best Beach” by Yahoo! Travel, “Overall Value for Money Destination” or having seven of the “Top 100 Public Golf Courses in America” by Golf Digest.

Whether seeking an exciting sporting event or recreational vacation, the perfect family beach, the ideal retirement location, or the best place to host a meeting, visitors to the Myrtle Beach area will find award-winning offerings in every lifestyle category.

The Grand Strand holds records ranging from “World’s Tallest Sandcastle,” to “Favorite Destination for a Family Vacation” and so much more.

US News & World Report

“Best Vacations” US News & World Report honored Myrtle Beach in multiple categories, including #6 Best Family Beach Vacations, #6 Best Family Vacations in the U.S.A., #7 Best Affordable U.S. Vacations, and #9 Best Beaches U.S.A. Myrtle Beach was described as “one of the best East Coast family vacation destinations” and notes that “Southern hospitality is alive and well at Myrtle Beach.”

TripAdvisor

“2011 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards” TripAdvisor named Myrtle Beach as the #1 Best Beach in the United States and also one of the Top 10 Best Beaches in the World. The popular travel website described Myrtle Beach as “distinguished by panoramic views of the Atlantic, calm waters and soft white sand” and “offers plenty of family attractions, making it perfect for beach-lovers with kids.”

TripAdvisor

“2011 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards” TripAdvisor named Myrtle Beach as one of the Top 25 Destinations in the United States. Myrtle Beach was described as “a family-friendly beach destination—which means in addition to great beaches, there’s plenty to do when the kids are sick of making sand castles. Amusement parks, water sports and golf courses are nearby. And family-friendly dining and hotels abound.”

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Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate

“America’s Most Fun, Affordable Cities” Real estate data company Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate selected Myrtle Beach as one of 25 areas in the United States with affordable living and the greatest number of bars and restaurants.

One of numerous tourism destinations to make the list, Myrtle Beach is noted for its restaurants, dinner theaters, coffee houses and nightlife.

TripAdvisor

“America’s Top 10 Water Parks” TripAdvisor named Wild Water & Wheels in Surfside Beach, S.C., one of “America’s Top 10 Water Parks.” The travel site described the water park as small, but with enough quality rides to keep a family entertained.

Wild Water & Wheels boasts 24 water slides.

Coastal Living Magazine

“Top 10 Public Gardens in America” Brookgreen Gardens in Murrells Inlet, S.C., was selected as one of the “Top 10 Public Gardens in America” by Coastal Living Magazine. The Alabama-based magazine serves more than three million readers and is a leader in lifestyle information. Brookgreen Gardens is open to the public and is located on U.S. Highway 17 between Myrtle Beach and Pawleys Island.

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Travel Ticker

“Top 5 Summer Travel Destinations of 2011” Myrtle Beach was named one of the “Top 5 Summer Travel Destinations of 2011” in the “Where To Go Now & How Guide” by Travel Ticker, a leading U.S.-based travel portal. The list is based on seasonal trends, travel deals, weather, tourist traffic, entertainment and culture. Myrtle Beach is described as a “great money-saving destination for families.”

Travel Channel

“Top 10 Vacation Spots” Travel Channel listed Myrtle Beach, S.C., as one of the top 10 vacation spots. The site listed the destination as a town that “teems with summertime action along the Strand with beaches, amusement and water parks, restaurants and live entertainment and a host of hotels ready to pamper guests young and old.”

Pinpoint Demographics

“Top 10 list of 2011 restaurants per capita” Myrtle Beach was named one of the top 10 cities with the highest number of restaurants per capita.

The survey was released by Pinpoint Demographics, a leading demographics research firm that provides the most current, accurate and cost-effective data, population demographics, consumer spending, retails business and services businesses estimates.

Travelzoo

“2010 Travelzoo Award Winners” Travelzoo awarded the Myrtle Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau with the award for “Most Outstanding Achievement in Marketing Travel Deals for a Destination.”

The Travelzoo Awards, or “The Tzoos,” celebrate the companies behind the best travel and entertainment deals of the year.

Yahoo! Travel

“Top 10 Most Popular Destinations for Holiday Travel and World Travel” Yahoo! Travel included Myrtle Beach as one of its most popular destinations. The destination ranked on both the top list for holiday travel as well as world travel. The vast number of offerings and attractions in the area provide for an ideal travel destination for all travelers.

Smarter Travel

“Ten Best Beach Towns in America” Smarter Travel listed Myrtle Beach in its “Ten Best Beach Towns in America,” specifically naming it the “Best Beach Town for Golf.” Highlighting the town’s many beautiful and challenging greens, Smarter Travel praises Myrtle Beach as a prime destination for golfers of all levels.

National Geographic

“Top 10 U.S. Boardwalks 2010 & 2011” National Geographic named the newlylaunched Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Boardwalk and Promenade one of its Top 10 U.S. Boardwalks. With arcades, souvenir shops, and nightly live entertainment, the boardwalk is hailed as the town’s hub of activity.

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Go Play!

There’s Lots More Than Sun and Shore Vacation! Just the word invokes excitement. When visiting the Myrtle Beach area, there is so much to do it’s easy to find the perfect way to play. The wide, clean beaches and sparkling Atlantic Ocean offer opportunities for relaxation or excitement, but it doesn’t stop there! Whether you are a part of a large group or a honeymoon couple, there is fun and adventure waiting just for you. The Myrtle Beach area calls everyone outdoors to play in abundant sunshine and warm temperatures. When the sun gets too hot, splash down a waterslide in one of the local water parks or rent a Jet Ski and zoom through the water.

For a bird’s eye view, take a ride on the new 200 ft high SkyWheel, or to really shake things up, visit an amusement park and jump on a thrilling roller coaster or scrambler.

Nature lovers will find plenty to satisfy with abundant opportunities for exploration. Two state parks, Myrtle Beach State Park and Huntington Beach State Park, offer everything from hiking to some of the best bird watching on the East Coast. The children can learn how to identify sea creatures in classes

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offered at both parks or get a glimpse of alligators in the wild. The incredibly beautiful Brookgreen Gardens is filled with blooms year round, as well as a large collection of American sculpture.

There is plenty to do indoors in the Myrtle Beach area. The new Wonderworks Science Center is filled with excitement, including a flight simulator and the chance to experience hurricane force winds. For the young and young at heart, a visit to the Children’s Museum of South Carolina offers interactive exhibits that both educate and entertain. Myrtle Beach’s own Burroughs and Chapin Art Museum has free admission and will please even

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Summertime brings baseball and a chance to eat peanuts and crackerjacks at BB& T Coastal Federal Field, home of The Myrtle Beach Pelicans. Fireworks displays can be found weekly throughout the area, a sure bet to please a crowd.

Outdoor concerts abound and most are free, but be sure to bring a lawn chair. Opportunities for play are endless in the Myrtle Beach area.

If you would rather be on the water than in it, take advantage of one of our many boat tours. It is easy to find the perfect way to set sail, from banana boats to tours that take you down winding

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rivers past plantations that once were the center of a wealthy rice culture.

Other ocean bound tours give visitors up close and personal encounters with an amazing array of wildlife, including dolphins and maybe even bald eagles.

Abundant fishing is another exciting option, from day-long deep sea charters to short trips that stay closer to shore.

There are plenty of ways to play after dark – some are exciting and fun, but for the brave and adventurous, mysterious and scary ghost tours, offered seasonally, provide a thrill that might keep you wondering – is it real? Local storytellers weave rich (and sometimes frightening) tales of “haints

and hags” that go bump in the night, bringing the rich history of our area to life. Local theaters offer a dazzling array of live music and dinner shows highlighting world class talent. For swashbuckling fun, try the new pirate adventure dinner show. Love to dance? Nightclubs featuring a variety of music from country to disco are just waiting for you to cut a rug.

Or maybe a visit to the north end of the Myrtle Beach area to dance the shag would suit you better?

Whatever your taste, the Myrtle Beach area has plenty of places to play. And, isn’t that what vacation is all about?

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From cruises on the creek and overland excursions on the Trekker, to engaging animal programs and a new butterfly house there is always something new and exciting at Brookgreen Gardens.

This National Historic Landmark is home to the only accredited zoo on the coast of the Carolinas and one of the most significant figurative sculpture collections in the world!

For more information call

(800) 849-1931

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Admission is good for 7 days! $14 Adults, $12 Seniors, $7 Children 4-12 & Children under 3 are FREE!

Located on Highway 17 between Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island.

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Connects Nature, History, and Art!

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he lady standing at the brochure rack said to her husband, “Let’s go to Brookgreen Gardens today.

We haven’t been there in years and they’ve added a lot of new things and I think the kids will enjoy it. “ What they found is a place where art, history, and the natural world merge seamlessly, a place where both adults and children rediscover and reconnect with nature.

Open daily, this National Historic Landmark offers boat rides, overland excursions, a Children’s Discovery Room, interactive animal programs,

and a new Butterfly House.

These programs will shed light not only on the sculpture, plants, and animals seen at Brookgreen but also on the rich history of the South Carolina Lowcountry. Set within 9,100 acres, this place is Brookgreen Gardens and for more than 80 years visitors have come to treasure the beauty of the gardens, the outstanding collection of art, and the animals in their native habitats.

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SCREAMS, DREAMS AND FLYING MACHINES.

Myrtle Beach’s Only Seaside Amusement and Water Park!

Family Kingdom is an old-time, warm and friendly amusement park with more than 30 rides for all ages.

Visit our website to learn more about all the fun.

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Prices per person. Tax not included. * One all day ride wristband per park. Each wristband valid any one day during 2012 season.

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Can I Bring My Dog? Find Out When Your Best Friend is Allowed on the Beach – and When You Can Go Horseback Riding Horry County. You and your best friend may visit the beach anytime after Labor Day through April 30. Between May 1 and Labor Day, dogs are only allowed on the shore before 10 a.m., and after 5 p.m. All dogs are required to be on a leash no longer than 7 feet at all times, and owners must clean up after their dogs. Myrtle Beach has two Barc Parks; one is near Market Common on Mallard Lake Dr., and one is located on 62nd Ave. North beside the YMCA. Horses are allowed in unincorporated areas only.

City of Myrtle Beach. Dogs are allowed on the beach anytime between Labor Day and April 30, as long as they are on a leash that is no longer than 7 feet. Between May 1 and Labor Day, dogs are allowed on the beach before 10 a.m. or after 5 p.m. Dogs are not allowed on Ocean Boulevard between 21st Ave. N. and 13th Ave. S. at any time from May 1 through Labor Day. Dogs are not allowed at any special event. Horseback riding on any beach within the city limits is not allowed.

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City of North Myrtle Beach. Dogs are allowed on the beach anytime September 16 through May 14. May 15 through September 15, dogs are allowed before 9 a.m. and after 5 p.m. All dogs must be on leashes no longer than 7 feet at all times. Horseback riding is not allowed on the beach in the city limits of North Myrtle Beach.

Surfside Beach. Dogs are not allowed on the beach at any time between May 15 and September 15. Horseback riding is not allowed in Surfside Beach.

Georgetown County. Dogs are allowed on beaches if accompanied by owner and under control by a leash or similar device. On Pawleys Island dogs must be on a leash at all times. In Huntington Beach State Park, dogs must be a on a leash at all times.

Horseback riding is permitted on the beach in unincorporated areas between September 16 and March 14. No horseback riding is permitted on Pawleys Island or in Huntington Beach State Park.

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Shopping!

Harbor Tour!

Day Trip Itinerary is subject to change without notice. Space is often limited– call today to reserve your seats!

Buy tickets on our website or call our ticket company.

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Tips for Swimming Safely Play It Safe With These 10 Safety Tips for Ocean Swimmers • Swim in an area with a lifeguard • Swim with a buddy • Swim sober • Don’t fight the current (signal for help) • Don’t float where you can’t swim • Watch small children closely • Don’t dive into the surf (protect your neck) • Leash your boogie board or surfboard • Ask a lifeguard about ocean water conditions • Look for, read and obey all beach safety flags (yellow, lifeguard on duty; blue, aquatic danger; red, no swimming allowed)

If caught in a rip tide: 1. Don’t fight the current 2. Swim out of the current, then in to shore 3. If you can’t escape, float or tread water 4. If you need help, call or wave for assistance

Your Guide to Beach Safety in the Myrtle Beach Area Clean and Safe Water The health and safety of residents and visitors are of the highest importance to the municipalities in the Myrtle Beach area. To ensure that area beach water is clean and safe, a voluntary beach water monitoring program is underway in cooperation with the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control. During the summer months, the surf is regularly tested. If unacceptable levels of bacteria are detected, the area affected is posted with an advisory.

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The possibility of pollutants in ocean water is greatest after a heavy rain, when runoff from lawns and streets can pick up fertilizer, pesticides and trash. Swimming immediately after a rainstorm and playing in shallow tidal pools or in the water discharging from storm drainage pipes should be avoided.

Swimming in contaminated water may result in minor illnesses such as sore throats or diarrhea. Natural organisms can affect anyone with certain existing health problems.

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One of the Southeast’s most impressive collections of vintage American-made automobiles and trucks comes together under one roof right here in Myrtle Beach.

View and appreciate accurately restored examples of American muscle, winged-warriors, and other classics.

Visit our gift shop for a large selection of die-cast collectibles, t-shirts, and other memorabilia. Wheels of Yesteryear is located off Hwy 501 North beside the Myrtle Beach Speedway and is open 7 days a week.

Free admission for kids 8 and under.

413 Hospitality Lane, Myrtle Beach, SC • 843-903-4774

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Aquatic Activities Abound From Parasailing to a Sunset Cruise, There is So Much to Do on the Water A cold drink, a good book, a comfortable chair and the beach – this is what visitors love about the Myrtle Beach area. But, there are many other ways to enjoy the water whether you’re a daredevil sportsman or just want to learn more about what lives in the water.

The Myrtle Beach area is surrounded by water – in addition to the gorgeous Atlantic there is the Intracoastal Waterway, rivers and inlets. Beautiful sunset cruises are perfect for relaxing and seeing the sights or try a shell hunting trip on a slow moving pontoon boat.

Nature cruises are perfect for dolphin sighting, and for those looking for speed and thrills, speeding above the water on an airboat is a ride not soon forgotten! These are just a few of the ways to enjoy the waters of the Myrtle Beach area.

Want to test your stamina with an extreme sporting adventure? In the Myrtle Beach area, Jet Ski rentals are available, as well as parasailing, kiteboarding or windsurfing; lessons

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Play and equipment offered right on the beach front. Banana boats are also high energy fun or maybe you want to take a ride on a jet boat? If all of this sounds like a little too much excitement, paddle through the water on a guided kayak tour and soak up the beauty of the natural world.

While the Myrtle Beach area does not have huge waves, it is the perfect place to learn how to surf. Local surf shops offer lessons for beginners of all ages. Have you always wanted to hang ten? Now is the time to learn!

Fishermen – and women – will find many ways to wet a line in the Myrtle Beach area.

Charter boats leaving at dawn for day-long trips to the Gulf Stream bring happy, tired anglers back to the marina at the end of the day. Shorter trips that stay closer to the shore, with hands on instruction, are also available. For those who want to stay a little

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No matter where you are in the Myrtle Beach area, you are always close to water – and fun. Enjoy a game of bocce ball on the beach and take a ride on a boogie board.

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Charters, Lessons & Sales

• BANANA BOAT RIDES • OCEAN SIGHTSEEING/ DOLPHIN WATCH CRUISES • PADDLE BOARDING

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Beach-Going Wheelchairs

In Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach and Surfside Beach, Beach-Going Wheelchairs are Available for Use Free of Charge. These Chairs are Sturdy and Come Equipped With Large Balloon Tires for Maneuvering Through Soft Sand ...

Myrtle Beach, beach wheelchairs are available at the following lifeguard stands, which also offer handicap parking. For details, call (843) 918-1000.

• 77th Ave. N. • 72nd Ave. N. • 54th Ave. N. • 24th Ave. N. • 8th Ave. N. • 5th Ave. N. • 8th Ave. S. • 20th Ave. S. North Myrtle Beach, wheelchairs are available Monday through Friday at the

Recreation Center on Possum Trot Road. Call (843) 280-5584 to reserve one. Handicap beach accesses are at the following locations: • Main Street • Sea Mountain Hwy. • 4th Ave. N. • 6th Ave. S. • 9th Ave. S. • 15th Ave. S. • 17th Ave. S. • 21st Ave. S. • 27th Ave. S. • 39th Ave. S. • 46th Ave. S.

Surfside Beach, wheelchairs are available by calling (843) 913-6368. Handicap beach accesses are at the following locations: • 3rd Ave. N. • Surfside Drive (at Surfside Pier) • Melody Lane HANDICAP RAMPS North Avenues in Myrtle Beach: 72, 65, 9 South Avenues in Myrtle Beach: 5, 9, 16, 29

AN A THOUSAND FEET OF F UN! RE TH O M

• Beachfront Bar & Grille • Fishing and Tackle Shop • Rod Rental and Bait Onsite • Weekly Happy Hour Specials • Live Entertainment

3200 South Ocean Boulevard

SpringmaidPier.com · 843-315-7015 VisitMyrtleBeach.com

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2012 Calendar Upcoming Events Around the Grand Strand JANUARY 24-26

Hotel/Motel/ RestauRant supply sHow of se Myrtle Beach Convention Center 843-448-9483 • 800-261-5991

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national sHag Dance cHaMpionsHip pReliMinaRies 29th Anniversary Dancers vie for a spot in the finals “Shagging with the Stars” on Friday. 2001 Night Club, 920 Lake Arrowhead Rd, Myrtle Beach 843-222-6706 shagnationals.com

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gRanD stRanD Boat sHow Myrtle Beach Convention Center 843-357-3098

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14th AnnuAl Bi-lo MyRtle BeacH MaRatHon MB Marathon Race Expo Feb 16-17 at MB Convention Center; 5K race is Feb 16; Half is Feb 17 843-293-RACE (7223) MBMarathon2@sc.rr.com mbmarathon.com

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18tH annual HoRRy county MuseuM Quilt gala Quilts on display and demonstrations Ocean Lakes Family Campground Myrtle Beach 843-915-5320 horrycountymuseum.org

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national sHag Dance cHaMpionsHip finals Finals of the National Shag Dance Championships to crown five divisional championship couples Held In Myrtle Beach 843-222-6706 shagnationals.com

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AnnuAl CAnAdiAnaMeRican Days festival Cultural sporting family events for all ages throughout the Grand Strand.

843-626-7444 canamdays.com

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24tH annual Run to tHe sun pee Dee stReet RoDDeRs caR anD tRuck sHow. Largest car and truck show in South Carolina Old Myrtle Square Mall, Oak St, Myrtle Beach 843-669-3564 peedeestreetrodders.com

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24TH AnnuAl ST. PATrick’S PArAde & FeSTivAl Main Street, North Myrtle Beach Parade at 9 am, festival from 11 am-4 pm Live music, children’s area, food & arts/crafts vendors 843-280-5570 www.stpatnmb.com

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31ST AnnuAl Blue crAB FeSTivAl World-famous festival featuring Crafts, business booths, entertainment and Food. Little River Waterfront, SC 843-385-3180 www.BlueCrabFestival.org

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Singing in THe Sun Myrtle Beach Convention Center 336-766-4577 www.singinginthesun.com

MeMOriAl dAy FeSTiviTieS Details Coming Soon Great Activities Throughout the Community 843-626-7444 GrandStrandEvents.com

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SOS SPring SAFAri (ShaggerS) North Myrtle Beach 843-249-5476 shagdance.com

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16TH AnnuAl BleSSing OF THe inleT Belin Methodist Church, 9am-4 pm 843-651-5099 www.Belinumc.org

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AnnuAl riverTOwn MuSic And ArTS FeSTivAl Downtown Conway Enjoy smooth sounds of jazz and blues, enjoy a sampling of arts and crafts, and enjoy great food from local restaurants.

Free admission 843-248-6260 rivertownjazzandarts.com

MyrTle BeAcH clASSic vOlleyBAll cHAMPiOnSHiPS Myrtle Beach Convention Center. Contact: 843-283-5320 www.sundekalex@mac.com

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2nd AnnuAl MiliTAry APPreciATiOn dAyS CityofMyrtleBeach.com

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weekly FirewOrkS (JUNe-aUgUST) Monday Nights – Barefoot Landing Tuesday Nights - Broadway at The Beach Wednesday Nights 2nd Ave N. Pier 1ST SATurdAy ArT wAlkS During summer months Art exhibits, events, live entertainment and activities throughout downtown Conway.

Event is organized by Create!

Conway 843-248-4527

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61ST AnnuAl Sun Fun FeSTivAl celeBrATiOn Festival at Grand Park Market Common) Kickoff to summer long Sun Fun Festival. Food vendors, arts/ crafts vendors, free huge kids zone, rides and games, celebrity meet and greet, national and regional bands, live music, and weekly concerts. Kid Friendly 843-626-7444 SunFunFestival.com grAnd STrAnd FiSHing rOdeO’S SPring king MAckerel FiSHing TOurnAMenT 843-626-7444 GrandStrandFishingRodeo.com

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SuMMer SATurdAy cOncerT riverFrOnT PArk. Bring your Picnic basket and lawn chair and enjoy entertainment along the riverfront.

Free admission 843-248-1700

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riverfeST - CoNway cHAMBer OF cOMMerce An Independence Celebration held along the Waccamaw River in downtown Conway.

This popular festival features live entertainment, an artisan market, tennis tournament, raft race, activities & games for all ages, food, fireworks and much, much more. 843-248-2273 www.conwayscchamber.com

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For the Fourth Fireworks Displays throughout the Grand Strand Contact the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce 843-626-7444

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Murrells inlet 29th AnnuAl July 4 BoAt PArAde Over the Inlet waters at high tide. Fireworks at 10 pm 843-357-2007

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30th suMMer ClAssiC Arts & CrAFts FestivAl Myrtle Beach Convention Center 336-282-5550 Craftshow.com

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GolF.CoM world AMAteur hAndiCAP ChAMPionshiP 800-833-8798 or 843-477-8833 Worldamgolf.com

Aug. 31-Sept. 3

7th AnnuAl BeACh, BooGie & BBQ FestivAl Festival with barbeque cooking championships, free kids zone with rides and games, free antique car show, celebrity meet & greet Grand Park in Market Common 843-626-7444 beachboogiebarbequefestival.com

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SEPTEMBER

GrAnd strAnd FishinG rodeo’s FAll kinG MACkerel tournAMent 843-626-7444 GrandStrandFishingRodeo.com

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sos FAll MiGrAtion (ShaggerS) North Myrtle Beach; 843-249-5476 shagdance.com

28, 29 & 30

37th AnnuAl AtAlAyA Arts & CrAFts FestivAl Fine Art, quality crafts and Low country food along with music from the area’s finest musicians.

Huntington Beach State Park near Murrells Inlet 843-237-4440, or 803-734-0450 scprt.com

OCTOBER

Myrtle BeACh Mini MArAthon weekend Two-day health and fitness expo; Coastal 5K race; One-Mile Doggie Dash to benefit Grand Strand Humane Society; 80-meter High Heel Run to Benefit Grand Strand Humane Society; 13.1 mile Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon RunMyrtleBeach.com

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taSte oF town st Andrews CAtholiC ChurCh Largest Social Culinary Event of the Season Location of Event: Myrtle Beach Convention Center 843-448-5930 www.TasteoftheTownMB.com

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CALendAr of events Take a kid Fishing TournamenT To promote and introduce young anglers to the sport of fishing and create an opportunity for parents, relative or volunteer to spend the day with a child.

843-626-7444 GrandStrandFishingRodeo.com

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31sT annual dickens chrisTmas show and FesTival week Held in 18th Century Victorian market-place with period-clad arts and crafts and gifts vendors.

Myrtle Beach Convention Center 2101 N. Oak St Myrtle Beach, SC 843-448-9483 dickenschristmasshow.com

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43rd annual souTh carolina sTaTe Bluegrass FesTival Myrtle Beach Convention Center 2101 N. Oak St Myrtle Beach, SC 706-864-7203

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28Th annual inTracoasTal chrisTmas regaTTa Annual boat parade, starting at Little River and continuing down the waterway to Dock Holidays Marina.

843-249-8888 christmasregatta.com

nighTs oF a Thousand candles Brookgreen Gardens Fri and Sat evening, live music 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet 800-849-1931 brookgreen.org norTh myrTle Beach chrisTmas Parade Main Street 843-281-2662 NMBEvents.com

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nighTs oF a Thousand candles Brookgreen Gardens Thu, Fri and Sat evening, live music 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet 800-849-1931 brookgreen.org 31sT annual Beach Ball classic Myrtle Beach Convention Center 843-213-0032

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conway chrisTmas Parade Conway’s annual parade is the largest parade in Horry County. Main Street in Conway Conway Chamber of Commerce – 843-248-2273 Conwayscchamber.com

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chrisTmas Towne FesTival Free children’s festival featuring inflatable rides and games, pony rides, train rides, food and entertainment for all ages.

Free photos with Santa 843-626-7444 myrtlebeachchristmastowne.com

For updated event information, visit

GrandStrand Events.com,

compiled by the Myrtle Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.

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nighTs oF a Thousand candles Brookgreen Gardens Fri and Sat evening, live music 1931 Brookgreen Dr., Murrells Inlet 800-849-1931 brookgreen.org

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When the Sun Goes Down The Stars Come Out! Local Theaters Offer Entertainment for Any Taste!

Home to some of the finest entertainers around, the Myrtle Beach area shines after dark. Offering music, comedy, dance and much more, local theaters light up the stage with excitement!

Like Broadway show tunes? Or is country music more your cup of tea?

The Myrtle Beach area also has shows ranging from rock-n-roll to pop and celebrity tribute shows, giving audiences an incredible variety of entertainment.

Audiences can tap their feet along with Irish dance shows or be amazed by acrobats and magic shows.

Family-friendly themed productions feature dinner and an action packed show.

Audience participation is required while watching pirates fight it out on land and sea. Or cheer on your favorite knight and his steed in a medieval jousting match.

Whether being amazed by laser light shows or doubled over with laughter, live entertainment in the Myrtle Beach area has something everyone will enjoy. When the sun goes down in the Myrtle Beach area, the fun is only just beginning!

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For Best Seats, Call 843.913.1124 or 800.746.9845 or visit TheCarolinaOpry.com 8901-A Highway 17 North in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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Myrtle Beach Boardwalk & Promenade– The Best Mile on the Beach Welcome to the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk!

Stretching from the Second Avenue Pier to the 14th Avenue Pier, the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk is home to festivals and events all summer long including Ocean Boulevard’s Hot Summer Nights at Plyler Park, located in the heart of the downtown area.

Highlights of Hot Summer Nights include: Live Concerts on Tuesdays and Saturdays A “Kids Carnival” on Monday nights featuring inflatables, bounce houses, face painters, jugglers, balloon artists, stilt walkers and more!

Wednesday night features an amazing fireworks display off the 2nd Avenue Pier.

Sunday nights feature juggling, acrobatics, a fire show, stilt walkers, human statues and more!

Thursday features a strolling bagpiper on the Boardwalk and on Friday, a strolling Dixieland band.

The 1.2 mile-long Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Boardwalk and Promenade traverses through the sand from the 14th Avenue to 2nd Avenue Piers in Myrtle Beach. The boardwalk provides oceanfront views of the pristine oceanfront, numerous shops and restaurants along its path, and is divided into three different sections.

The northernmost portion winds down from the 14th Avenue North Pier to Plyler Park.

The mid-section is located from Plyler Park to the former Pavilion Amusement Park site at 8th Avenue North and encompasses more of a carnival-like atmosphere with oceanfront dining and businesses.

The southernmost end of the boardwalk leading up to the 2nd Avenue pier has a meandering oceanfront park.

Interesting facts: The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk took nine months to build, cost close to $7 million and is made up of

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To keep the Boardwalk user-friendly for everyone, Myrtle Beach has put the following rules in place.

• From May 1 through Labor Day, pets are allowed on the boardwalk only between 5 and 10 a.m. From the day after Labor Day through April 30, pets are allowed on the boardwalk at any time, but must be on a leash at all times, and you must pick up and properly dispose of any droppings.

• Bicycles are allowed on the boardwalk on the same schedule as pets. (Law enforcement bicycles are allowed year-round.)

• Skateboards, roller skates and rollerblades are prohibited on the boardwalk. Segways and other privately-owned motorized or electric vehicles also are prohibited, except those for handicapped or disabled individuals.

• Feeding birds is prohibited.

• Glass bottles and containers are prohibited.

• Littering is prohibited.

• Alcoholic beverages are prohibited, except in approved sidewalk cafes.

• Soliciting, vending or distribution of free products or samples is prohibited, except for three City Council-approved vending franchises at Fourth, Fifth and Sixth Avenues North.

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Be amazed matey, as me pirates battle each other, on deck, in water and in the sky above me full sized pirate ships, in a 15 foot deep indoor hideaway lagoon! Landlubbers be ye prepared for spectacular acrobatic competitions, live animals, beautiful mermaids and more. Join me crew for a delicious four course pirate feast!

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Let’s Go Shopping!

For Many, Shopping is Their Favorite Vacation Activity The Myrtle Beach area exceeds expectations, with everything from high end boutiques to funky one-of-a-kind shops to outlet malls filled with bargains. Whether you spend every day shopping or have an all out, daylong shopping marathon to search for treasures, you’ll have fun perusing the area malls and shops.

Getting ready for some serious back-toschool shopping? Find bargains on everything the children need. Beachwear stores are fun to browse through – and a great place to get deals on souvenirs. Maybe you’re looking for the perfect bathing suit or resort wear outfit? Or, is your golf wardrobe in serious need of an update? Even holiday shopping is a breeze in the Myrtle Beach area.

Myrtle Beach area outlet malls have great deals on clothes, home furnishings, jewelry and more. Area shopping malls feature elegant department stores and the latest fashions – and no matter where you are staying, one of the area’s three malls is close to you! Market Common has an urban appeal with many wellknown names alongside unusual boutiques.

Broadway at the Beach and Barefoot Landing are fun for the family, with duck ponds, lakes and even fireworks shows. Each has great food for refueling exhausted shoppers!

With an incredible variety of shops and merchandise, the Myrtle Beach area has what it takes to please even the most discriminating shopper.

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Device Tracks Missing People The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, one of the largest chambers of commerce in the Eastern United States, operates three visitors centers and is teaming with a group to help protect tourists with autism, Down syndrome and Alzheimer’s disease who may get lost or wander off.

Through Project Lifesaver, lost or wandering visitors with autism, Down syndrome or Alzheimer’s disease can be tracked through a personalized wristband that emits a tracking signal. Those who wear the wristband can be quickly located and returned to their families and caregivers. The chamber has purchased several wristbands that visitors with special needs can use at no charge during their stay in the Myrtle Beach area. This is the first time

in the United States that Project Lifesaver is being offered to visitors, according to Project Lifesaver International.

Project Lifesaver relies on proven radio technology and a specially trained search-andrescue team. When caregivers notify the local Project Lifesaver agency that a person is missing, a search and rescue team is dispatched to the wanderer’s area and starts searching with the mobile locater tracking system. Search times have been reduced from hours and days to minutes.

Horry County Public Safety is the first public agency to be Project Lifesaver certified in South Carolina and only one in four to be certified in the state.

For more information about Project Lifesaver, call the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce at (843) 626-7444 or visit one of our three welcome centers.

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One-And-Two, Three-And-Four, Five-Six– The Smooth-Stepping Shag

A visit to the northern end of the Myrtle Beach area will certainly lead you to beautiful beaches and bright sunshine, but as the sun sinks into the western sky, strains of beach music will call you to join the smooth, sure-footed dancers swaying and swinging to the beat. This is the Shag, the state dance of South Carolina.

The Shag originated here in the ‘40s and ‘50s and has been a favorite of young and old ever since. Twice a year, Shag dancers enjoy a weekend of smooth moves and partying in the Ocean Drive section of North Myrtle Beach – there is even a Junior S. O. S. weekend for the younger dancers! Similar to the jitterbug and swing dancing, the Shag is slower and smoother.

When watching the experts on the floor, from the waist up they look calm and relaxed, but their feet seem to defy the laws of gravity.

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Planning a Myrtle Beach Area Wedding A wedding on the beach is the dream of many couples coming to the Myrtle Beach area to tie the knot. With a little advance planning, your special day can be everything you dreamed of and more.

A visit to Conway, the country seat, is your first stop. Marriage licenses are issued at the Probate Court Office (843-915-5370). It’s in the County Courthouse at 1301 Second Avenue, Conway. Marriage licenses are issued between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, but the office is open until 5:00 p.m.

Georgetown is the county seat of Georgetown County and marriage licenses are issued at 401 Cleland Street, Room 140 (843-545-3274).

The office is open 8:30 am-5 pm. Both Probate Offices are closed for all legal holidays, so it is very important to plan your trip accordingly.

To receive a marriage license from the Probate Court, you’ll need to: 1) file a marriage application; 2) file a statement, under oath or affirmation, that the persons seeking the contract of matrimony are legally entitled to marry, together with the full names of the persons, their ages and their places of residence;

3) pay the appropriate fee; and 4) observe the 24-hour waiting period. If either person is under 24, a birth certificate is required.

Everyone must show a photo identification.

All ministers of the Gospel, Jewish rabbis, officers authorized to administer oaths in this State, and the chief or spiritual leader of a Native American Indian entity recognized by the South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs are authorized to administer a marriage ceremony South Carolina. Fees range from $50 for county residents to $100 for out of state residents.

Non-commercial weddings are allowed on public beaches throughout the area, but commercial weddings are only allowed on the handful of oceanfront lots that extend to the high tide line. Both commercial and noncommercial weddings are allowed in public parks in the City of Myrtle Beach with an approved permit. Contact the City of Myrtle Beach Parks Division at 843-918-2332 for permits. You must rent a shelter if one is available. Permits for weddings may be denied based on factors including traffic and neighborhood impact.

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Seafood is always a favorite, whether you like it broiled, fried, sautéed or maybe even raw. From all you can eat buffets to fine dining, the seafood here is fresh and delicious. Traditionalists will be delighted to find that fried fish platter or southern country supper – and don’t forget the hushpuppies!

For land lovers, there are plenty of options from great Italian to Brazilianstyle steakhouses. If the kids want burgers, don’t worry, there are plenty of places to find them. Is Thai food your favorite? Or maybe you have a craving for sushi? No problem, all of these can be found in the Myrtle Beach area.

The Myrtle Beach area has many small, family owned restaurants that feature fresh, local cuisine, prepared a number of ways. The “farm to table” movement has arrived here, with locally grown and prepared food taking top billing. Want a meal with a view?

Head to the waterfront and enjoy a spectacular sunset while you eat.

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“Carolina Coastal” is how this culinary genre is often described. It’s rooted in using a wide array of locally and regionally fished, grown and produced foods.

Chefs use local ingredients like Carolina rice, stoneground grits, shrimp, blue crab, grouper and country ham in traditional recipes handed down from the local Gullah community and rich cultural history.

The Gullah are African-Americans descended from slaves brought to the southern colonies in the early 18th century, specifically for their ability to cultivate rice. Most of their foods are stewed, grilled or roasted; very little is fried.

There’s also a trend to more fresh, more local. In fact the South Carolina Hospitality Alliance has created a “fresh on the menu’’ designation for restaurants. To qualify, a least 25 per cent of the ingredients have to be locally grown. That’s easy in an area known for its fresh local seafood, rice, grits, sweet potatoes, peaches and berries.

While restaurants up and down The Grand Strand prepare this cuisine, one of the most interesting spots to experience it is Murrells Inlet, seafood capital of South Carolina, 25 minutes’ drive south of central Myrtle Beach. Murrells Inlet is in the heart of the Low Country.

There are plenty of options for the budget conscious as well. Early bird specials and coupons are available, as well as restaurants that feed the kids for free!

Cafeteria-style service offers a way to please everyone without breaking the bank.

For breakfast, the traditional pancake house is sure to please everyone. Or maybe a specialty coffee drink with a pastry is more to your liking? However you fuel up for the day there are lots of options. Lunch offerings range from the small, intimate restaurant to the familyfriendly chains that please everyone.

From peach cobbler to shrimp and grits, the Myrtle Beach area has a memorable dining experience in store. Let’s go out to eat!

Examples of Carolina Coastal Cuisine Dishes • Cracker Crusted Scamp Grouper, Carolina Gold risotto timbale, fresh oyster stew, butter poached onions and leeks and parsley froth • Caw caw Creek pastured pork chop, stone ground grit soufflé, field asparagus, brandy demiglace • Carolina Shrimp with Country Ham and Sweet Potato Hash and Mustard Verjus Sauce dredged in stone ground grits batter and pan fried • Shrimp and Grits • Carolina Shrimp with tasso ham, tomato, scallion, and bourbon cream over stone ground Adluh mills parmesan thyme grits • Pulled pork and baby mustard greens, seasoned and wrapped in sweet dough, steamed, and served with two barbeque sauces • Cornmeal fried Carolina oysters with Piccalilli relish Courtesy of Chef Kurt M. D’Aurizio, Divine Dining

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Check the Calendar and Plan Your Myrtle Beach Vacation to Coordinate With One of the Area’s Many Food Festivals Beach Boogie & BBQ Festival Bring your beach blankets, dancing shoes and big appetites to this Myrtle Beach festival.

Held every Labor Day weekend, this family friendly event offers free beach music concerts (practice your shag-dancing skills) and, of course, heaps of Southern-style barbecue.

Don’t miss the Saturday barbecue championship when top pit masters from around the county compete in a smoky cook-off.

GrandStrandEvents.com Blue Crab Festival Sleepy Little River wakes up in a big way each year when more than 50,000 people visit the annual Blue Crab Festival. Held every May, this fun festival features live music, arts and crafts, children’s activities and, of course, the delicious blue crab! bluecrabfestival.org Coastal Uncorked Held every spring in Myrtle Beach, this festival features a restaurant week; extravagant tasting tents, gourmet village and a strolling music and art promenade. Guests will also have the opportunity to participate in outdoor entertainment at Market Common, the Coastal Uncorked Golf Tournament and the Coastal Uncorked Food Challenge and Tasting Finale. coastaluncorked.com Loris Bog-Off Festival Delicious chicken bog is the star of this annual festival, held every October in Loris, South

Carolina. The basic ingredients of chicken bog are chicken, sausage and rice, but visitors will have a hard time deciding which delicious variation is the best. Come enjoy the friendliness of this small southern town, as well as plenty of tasty food, entertainment, fireworks and more. lorischambersc.com Shrimp & Jazz Fest The sounds of cool jazz drifting through live oaks and the smell of fresh-caught shrimp cooking are a combination hard to beat. Visit historic Little River on Columbus Day weekend for this fun festival that offers games for the kids, entertainment, arts and crafts, and plenty of delicious shrimp. littleriverchamber.org Taste of the Town Having a hard time choosing which restaurants to try on your Myrtle Beach vacation?

Sample them all! The Taste of the Town festival, held every fall, brings more than 50 local restaurants to the Myrtle Beach Convention Center for one evening, where visitors can sample the diverse offerings of Myrtle Beach area restaurants.

Taste of Georgetown Held as a benefit for the Family Justice Center, this fall festival features delicious cuisine from local restaurants, plus plenty of entertainment for the family. Held on Front Street in Georgetown, S.C., visitors are encouraged to come hungry! tasteofgeorgetownsc.com

For updated event information, visit GrandStrandEvents.com

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Sea Captain's House Seafare Restaurant Seafood House Seafood World Shiver Me Pinchers Big D's Of Waccamaw, Inc. Farm House Restaurant Coastal Wine Boutique & Tasting Room Cravinley's Buffett in a Box Desserts Etc! Hard Rock Café - Myrtle Beach House Of Blues Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville Tommy Bahama's Restaurant Angelos' Steak & Pasta Kansas City Prime Logan's Roadhouse New York Prime Ruth's Chris Steak House Texas Roadhouse Dagwood's Deli & Bumsteads Pub Dagwood's Deli & Sports Bar Soho Café & Bar Sugami - Japanese Restaurant Grapefull Sisters Vineyard at Carrollwoods RV Park Hyman Vineyards

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These Talented Professionals Ensure a Delicious Dining Experience Casey Blake Chef Ervin “Casey” Blake II, a Pawleys Island, S.C., native, got his start in the restaurant business by lying about his age to get his first job bussing tables and soon moved on to cooking. He got his second job at Drunken Jacks a few years later and after three years became the Executive Chef. Casey studied at Horry-Georgetown Technical College, but most of his skill comes from hands-on experience. Now on his 18th year with Drunken Jack’s Restaurant, this seasoned chef oversees both Drunken Jacks Restaurant and Inlet Affairs Banquet and Catering. Casey has gotten local recognition for winning “The Best Damn Chowder” award from the Murrells Inlet community and attends annual food shows for ideas on the latest food trends.

Bradley Daniels Originally from Orlando, Florida, Bradley’s passion for cooking was sparked by the memories of watching his grandmother cook. After graduating from Carson-Newman College in Tennessee, Bradley returned home to attend Le Cordon Bleu in Orlando, and to work for celebrity chef Todd English at his eclectic seafood restaurant Bluezoo. Under the guidance of Executive Chef Edward Bilicki, Bradley’s culinary skills flourished. After leaving Bluezoo, this passionate chef expanded his culinary education at several prestigious restaurants where he fell in love with the concept of drawing from indigenous ingredients and cuisines. As Executive Chef at Croissants Bistro & Bakery, Bradley uses local and fresh ingredients, drawing from the many farms and fisherman that South Carolina has to offer.

Curry Martin Born and raised in the South, Curry Martin has always had an appreciation for good food served in a comfortable atmosphere.

A graduate of the culinary arts program at Johnson and Wales University, Curry interned at The Cloister at Sea Island. In 2000, Curry traveled to France where he apprenticed with Restaurant Pierre Orsi in Lyon and Restaurant Michel Rostang in Paris. Today, this innovative chef focuses on keeping flavors of foods as natural as possible, using simple, yet the highest quality product available. In June 2009, Martin purchased the Aspen Grille and moved to Myrtle Beach. His passion lies in creating the overall dining experience of good food and good service in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.

Michael McKinnon Executive Chef Michael McKinnon, of the Cypress Room Restaurant at the Island Vista Resort, is a local native and began working in kitchens at the age of 12 where he helped out in his father’s Myrtle Beach restaurant, the Kings 17. He landed his first Executive Chef position in 1988 with the Sea Island Inn (which is now the newly rebuilt Island Vista Resort). He has an Associates Degree in Culinary Arts from Horry Georgetown Technical College and has won numerous regional awards.

Michael’s cuisine style is Modern American with European influence and he is committed to using regional farm to table fresh ingredients while implementing a simplified, stylish technique with dynamic presentations.

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Bonjour Y’all A Certified SC Grown “Fresh on the Menu” restaurant, Croissants offers only the freshest ingredients from our area farmers and fishermen.

843.448.2253 | www.Croissants.net 3751 Grissom Parkway Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

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a dining experience

LIKE NO OTHER

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Grand Strand Events

The Official Events Calendar for the Myrtle Beach Area

MYRTLE BEACH AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

GrandStrandEvents.com A C U LT U R A L V I E W O F M Y R T L E B E A C H

Come celebrate arts and culture amidst the scenic beauty of Myrtle Beach, America’s Beach Playground. Stroll through the world’s largest outdoor sculpture garden.

View extraordinary displays of modern art situated on the shore of the Carolina coast.

Listen to a world-class symphony. Or take in a live show with mesmerizing entertainment.

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GOLF

Hit the Links With More Than 100 Courses, the Myrtle Beach Area is a Golfer’s Paradise With each passing year, the destination nationally known as a golfer’s paradise finds new ways to make a day on the links more exciting and enjoyable. The 100-plus courses that span the Myrtle Beach area offer enough variation in style, location and difficulty that everyone from the novice to the pro will find the perfect fairway. In 2010, Golf World named named the Dunes Golf & Beach Club as one of the top 50 resort golf courses in the United States.

Choose from dozens of public courses designed by golf legends such as Arnold Palmer, Greg Norman and Robert Trent Jones; some face the ocean and others line the Intracoastal Waterway. With breathtaking landscapes and wide-open greens, golf in the Myrtle Beach area is just as much a lifestyle as it is a sport.

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Hit the Links

With more than 100 courses, the Myrtle Beach area is a golfer’s paradise.

With each passing year, the destination nationally known as a golfer’s paradise finds new ways to make a day on the links more exciting and enjoyable. The 100-plus courses that span the Myrtle Beach area offer enough variation in style, location and difficulty that everyone from the novice to the pro will find the perfect fairway. In 2009, Golf Digest named 7 area courses to its annual “Top 100 Public Courses in America” list.

Choose from dozens of public courses designed by golf legends such as Arnold

Palmer, Greg Norman and Robert Trent Jones; some face the ocean and others line the Intracoastal Waterway. With breathtaking landscapes and wide-open greens, golf in the Myrtle Beach area is just as much a lifestyle as it is a sport.

It’s easy to enjoy the game here. Book a tee time online to ensure a prime location or season for your adventure, or take advantage of numerous specials ▲ Learn more

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It’s easy to enjoy the game here. Book a tee time online to ensure a prime location or season for your adventure, or take advantage of numerous specials offered by area courses. Summer rates provide optimum seasonal value; playing early in the week or in the afternoon are ways to enjoy the best of the sport even on a budget. Some courses offer free play for kids, one round free after playing three or a reduced rate for last-minute tee times.

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Golf packages are another way to make the most of the experience, with dozens of area hotels and resorts offering special deals. Some packages include lodging, tee times, taxes and fees, meaning golfers can spend their time on the course rather than on the phone making plans.

With its selection, quality and value, the Myrtle Beach area continues to live up to its national reputation as a top golf destination.

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Golf is Family-Friendly This Summer, Enjoy a Round With the Kids Introduce your children to the game of golf and make memories they’ll never forget. Throughout the summer, area golf courses participate in a “Kids Play Free” program, allowing children ages 16 and under to play free when accompanied by a paying adult. This is great news for golfing families.

For beginners and those wishing to improve their swing, The Golf Capital of the World has partnered with a few of the game’s best instructors to create special Golf Summer School programs.

Summer school has never been more fun with expert tutelage and state-of-the-art instruction

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equipment. Your quest for higher education will guarantee future success on the golf course!

And, some of the world’s best golf courses will be hosting Summer Family Golf Tournaments, featuring a series of single-day events designed to allow families a little golf competition with their family vacation. Hosted once per week during the summer months, the format is a two-person Captain’s Choice (scramble) using the Callaway System, so no handicap is necessary. Each event includes three divisions: Open, Couples and Adult/Youth.

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22 River Club 23 River Hills Golf & Country Club 24 Tidewater Golf Club & Plantation 25 Tradition Golf Club

Myrtle Beach State Park

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GOLF STAY - Vacation Packages

Members as of September 9, 2011

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North Myrtle Beach area (Windy Hill, Crescent Beach, Ocean Drive, Cherry Grove, Atlantic Beach, Little River)

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(800) 236-3243

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5560

4698

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Waterway/Cypress

6644

6183

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4624

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Fazio Course

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4820

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Love Course

72

7047

6542

6055

5346

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Norman Course

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7035

6487

5718

4953

N/A

72

6844

6347

5695

4947

N/A

72

6614

6217

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4807

4807

Beachwood Golf Club

(800) 526-4889

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Blackmoor Golf Club

(800) 882-3902

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Caledonia Golf & Fish Club

(800)-483-6800

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6526

6121

5710

4957

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Dunes Golf & Beach Club

(843) 449-5236

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6565

6175

5345

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Eagle Nest Golf Club

(800) 543-3113

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6417

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Farmstead Golf Links

(866) 749-7277

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Grande Dunes Golf Club

(888) 886-8877

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Litchfield Country Club

(800) 882-3902

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Long Bay Golf Club

(800) 882-3902

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Meadowlands Golf Club

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(800) 882-3902

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(800) 882-3902

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River Hills Golf & Country Club

(800) 264-3810

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Tidewater Golf Club & Plantation

(800) 446-5363

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Tradition Golf Club

(877) 599-0888

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True Blue Golf Course

(888) 483-6800

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Wachesaw Plantation East

(800) 882-3902

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Waterway Hills Golf Club

(800) 882-3902

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Whispering Pines Golf Course

(843) 918-2305

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Wild Wing Plantation

(800) 736-9464

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Willbrook Plantation Golf Club

(800) 882-3902

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5829

4956

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Witch of Myrtle Beach, The

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(843) 236-9393

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The Best of the Beach Soft sand and sparkling water combined with the soothing sounds of crashing waves – our 60 miles of beautiful beaches draw visitors to the Myrtle Beach area year after year. Here are few tips to make the most of your time on the shore.

Shell Collecting: The tip of Cherry Grove in North Myrtle Beach and Shore Drive in Myrtle Beach are great spots for finding that special treasure.

Oceanfront Water Sports: Try your hand at Jet Skiing or Parasailing at 17th Ave. South in North Myrtle Beach or 29th Avenue South in Myrtle Beach.

Surfing: Watch the experts “hang 10” on the beaches near Garden City Pier, Springmaid Pier in Myrtle Beach and near 27th Avenue South in North Myrtle Beach.

Dining off the Dunes: Slip on your flip-flops and walk right off the beach to grab a bite along Ocean Drive in North Myrtle Beach, along the Boardwalk in Myrtle Beach and Atlantic Avenue in Garden City.

A Panoramic View: Take a ride on the SkyWheel or a helicopter ride for a bird’s eye view of the spectacular Grand Strand.

It’s Magical Here

Wide fairways and beautiful bent grass greens provide a sensational backdrop for what is sure to be one of your most enjoyable days of golf. Man O’War features several island greens and one “island hole” that will give you plenty to talk about long after the round ends.

For Tee Times Call 843-236-8000 www.MysticalGolf.com

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It’s Magical Here

It’s Magical Here

Hailed by Golf Digest as Myrtle Beach’s most underrated course. 18 holes set amid a 500-acre forest of oak and cypress. Awarded 4 1/2 stars in “America’s Best Places to Play.”

Enjoy the magic of The Witch.

This Dan Maples gem offers dramatic elevation changes, stunning water holes, and gorgeous bent grass greens, creating one of the most memorable golf experiences on the Grand Strand. Located in Carolina Forest off Highway 501.

For Tee Times Call 843-347-2706 www.MysticalGolf.com

For Tee Times Call 843-236-9393 www.MysticalGolf.com

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How to Get Here Driving Distances to Myrtle Beach Atlanta, GA

364 miles

Baton Rouge, LA

884 miles

Boston, MA

888 miles

Buffalo, NY

815 miles

Charleston, WV

434 miles

Charlotte, NC

171 miles

Chicago, IL

959 miles

Cincinnati, OH

638 miles

Columbia, SC

138 miles

Daytona Beach, FL

426 miles

Detroit, MI

838 miles

Indianapolis, IN

763 miles

Lexington, KY

563 miles

Memphis, TN

747 miles

Miami, FL Montreal, Que

704 miles 1,049 miles

Mobile, AL

686 miles

Nashville, TN

593 miles

New Orleans, LA

826 miles

New York City, NY

685 miles

Orlando, FL Ottawa, Ont Philadelphia, PA Quebec, Que

500 miles 1,010 miles 596 miles 1,197 miles

Raleigh, NC

193 miles

Savannah, GA

227 miles

St. Louis, MO

898 miles

Syracuse, NY

818 miles

Tampa, FL

553 miles

Virginia Beach, VA

370 miles

Washington, DC

450 miles

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Myrtle Beach transportation includes traveling by air, by car or by train! And travel to South Carolina’s Myrtle Beach area is easier than ever. The favorite way for visitors to get to the Grand Strand is by car, but if you’re planning a long weekend getaway, fun shopping expedition or a golf outing, Myrtle Beach transportation can accommodate.

Visit our online map to navigate the Myrtle Beach area like a local on our new highways.

Traveling by Air If you’re the traveler who wants to get to the Grand Strand fast so you can begin enjoying the sights and sounds of the Myrtle Beach area sooner, no problem. Flying to the Myrtle Beach area is quick and effortless with so many wellknown carriers including Delta, Continental, Myrtle Beach Direct Air, Spirit, Northwest, United and US Airways. Check to see if your location flies to the Myrtle Beach area.

The Myrtle Beach International Airport serves as the commercial airport for the Grand Strand and also offers service for private companies. Once you’ve arrived, don’t fret over transportation to your ultimate destination. Myrtle Beach transportation is available whether you’re seeking a rental car, taxi or limousine service. In addition to the Myrtle Beach International Airport, there are several other local airports serving the private and corporate sectors.

Traveling by Car We want you to visit so we’re working hard to expand roadways for travel to South Carolina’s Myrtle Beach area. A proposed Interstate 73 corridor would create more of a direct route for visitors to the Grand Strand from states throughout the upper Midwest and Northeast.

Want to know how “close” you are to the Myrtle Beach Area? Take a look at these cities and the driving distance from them.

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Visitor Centers Myrtle Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Main Office and Myrtle Beach Welcome Center 1200 N. Oak St. Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (843) 626-7444 (800) 356-3016 Hours: Post Labor Day through April Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Closed Sunday May through Labor Day Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Airport Welcome Center, Myrtle Beach International Airport 1100 Jetport Rd. Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 (843) 626-7444 (800) 356-3016 Hours: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Daily

South Strand Welcome Center 3401 U.S. 17 Bus. S. Murrells Inlet, S.C. 29576 (843) 651-1010 (800) 356-3016 Hours: Post Labor Day through April Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Closed Sunday May through Labor Day Monday-Friday: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Sunday: Noon-5 p.m.

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airports

Non-Stop Cities Served by MYR Airlines Allegiant Air: Allentown, PA; Fort Wayne, IN; Grand Rapids, MI; Huntington,WV (Tri-State); Knoxsville, TN; Youngstown, OH Continental: Newark, NJ Delta: Atlanta, GA; Detroit, MI NYC - La Guardia DirectAir: Columbus, OH; Hagerstown, MD; Newark, NJ; Niagara Falls, NY; Orlando, FL; Pittsburgh, PA; Plattsburgh, NY; Springfield, IL; Worcester, MA Lakeland, FL Porter: Toronto, ON Spirit: Atlanta, GA; Atlantic City, NJ; Boston, MA; Charleston, WV; Chicago, IL (O’Hare) Detroit, MI; Ft. Lauderdale, FL; Latrobe, PA; New York, NY (LaGuardia); Niagara Falls, NY; Plattsburg, NY; Washington D.C. (Ronald Reagan Washington National) United: Charlotte, NC; Newark, NJ; Washington, D.C. (Dulles) US Airways: Charlotte, NC; Washington, D.C. (Ronald Reagan Washington National) * some routes seasonal and subject to change per airline’s flight schedules

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The Horry County Department of Airports was created in November 1987 as an agency of Horry County. The director of the airports is appointed by the county administrator. There are four airports managed by the Horry County Department of Airports. For additional airport information call 843-448-1580.

Grand Strand Airport (CRE) Located within the city limits of North Myrtle Beach, this airport serves private and corporate aircraft with parking, refueling, maintenance and with full-service, fixedbase operators. This is an ideal stop for people visiting the North Strand or transiting from the Northeast to farther South.

Conway‑Horry County Airport (HYW) Located five miles west of the county seat of Conway, this airport serves general aviation aircraft with parking, refueling and maintenance. The Conway-Horry County Airport is home to the North American Institute of Aviation (NAIA), one of the finest aviation schools in the nation. The school offers complete ground and flight training to secure FAA private, commercial and ATP licenses. The school has a college-type atmosphere with dormitories for full-time students.

Twin City‑Loris Airport Located two miles northeast of Loris, this facility serves as an unattended airport for public use. This is an excellent training airport for practice approaches and landings by private aircraft.

Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) Located approximately one mile from the Atlantic Ocean in Myrtle Beach, the Myrtle Beach International Airport serves as the only commercial airport for Horry County and the Grand Strand. The airport is a full service airport including all Bureau of Customs and Border Protection.

Myrtle Beach Aviation The general aviation, fixed-based operator, located at the Myrtle Beach International Airport provides aircraft fueling and hangar services.

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myrtle Beach Parking & meters March 1 marks the beginning of seasonal parking regulations on Ocean Boulevard.

Parking is prohibited on the Boulevard from March 1 through September 30.

This also marks the return of dedicated transit lanes for public transportation vehicles (Lymo), other buses (charter or private, more than 15 seats) and emergency vehicles. Southbound, the lanes run from 29th Avenue North to Mr. Joe White Avenue and from Eighth Avenue North to First Avenue North. Northbound, lanes run from First to 29th Avenue North. The transit lanes are in effect from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. daily, but all traffic may use the lanes during other hours. (Delivery vehicles are allowed to use the transit lanes between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m. to load or unload.) When the lanes are in effect, from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m., regular traffic is allowed to briefly enter the transit lanes to bypass a vehicle that is turning left. Regular traffic should return to the general-purpose lane immediately after passing the turning vehicle.

Vehicles turning right may briefly merge into the transit lane to facilitate the right-hand turn.

Park by phone is available in Myrtle Beach.

Park by phone allows parkers to feed their meters via their cell phones, so they don’t need change.

To use Park by phone, a parker simply calls the toll free number shown on the meter. Repeat users are recognized electronically, so that all they need to do is enter their meter number and the amount of time they wish to park. New users can register with their first call or do so online at parkmobile.com. Any parking charges are billed to a credit card along with a 35 cent per use fee.

Short-term parking has been extended to three hours, instead of two. Short-term meters are located mainly near the amusement parks.

New, more-descriptive meter stickers will tell customers which meters offer all-day parking or short-term parking. The stickers also make clear that it costs just $6 to keep an all-day space all day. That $6 per day rate is comparable to, or better than, private parking fees.

Currently, the parking meters are in effect from March 1 through September 30.

For more information on parking meters and pay stations visit CityOfMyrtleBeach.com/Meters.html

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Weather

Step Outside and Enjoy Mild Temperatures and Ocean Breezes The Grand Strand is an Ideal Vacation Destination Any Time of Year Annual Weather Statistical Averages Temperatures based on more than 30 years of data.

Sunny days Overcast days Frost days Days when maximum temperature is more than 90° Days with .10 inches of rain or more Number of sunny days during an average summer month Number of sunny days during an average winter month Wettest months Driest months Record High (105°F) Record Low (4°F)

215 150 42 40 77 18 15 Aug. & Sept.

April & Nov. Aug. 22, 1983 Jan. 21,1985

Average Temperature Highs And Monthly Precipitation Water and air temperatures based on 30 years of data (1981-2010) in degrees Fahrenheit.

Month January February March April May June July August September October November December

Air 57° 61° 68° 75° 82° 88° 91° 89° 84° 77° 69° 60°

Water 51° 52° 57° 62° 69° 77° 81° 83° 80° 73° 65° 55°

Precipitation 4.02” 3.45” 4.27” 3.31” 3.20” 4.79” 5.93” 6.42” 6.84” 4.63” 3.26” 4.06”

Ocean Water Trivia During the summer months, the ocean water along the Grand Strand is about 20°F warmer than the ocean water along New York beaches. Over the last 30 years, the lowest temperature Grand Strand ocean water has reached is 47°F (in January) and the highest was 88°F (in July).

Temperatures along the southern coast are usually cooler than inland areas during the summer because of the sea breeze.

Source: South Carolina State Climate Office

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Know and Obey These Safety Guidelines Beach ordinances vary according to beach municipality and are posted at public beach accesses. Obey these guidelines for your safety and enjoyment and for that of others around you. Be aware of these regulations that apply to all locations: Sea Oats - It is illegal to cut, break or otherwise destroy sea oat plants, beach grass and sand fencing.

Animals - Check each locality for animal restrictions as dogs and horses are not allowed on some beaches.

Glass Containers - All glass containers are prohibited.

Fireworks - Discharging fireworks is illegal.

Swimming - Swimming is not permitted beyond 50 yards from the beach or in water over shoulder height.

Piers - Jumping or diving from piers is prohibited.

Umbrellas and Shading Devices - Must be placed above the high-tide line and shall not exceed the maximum size 12’ x 12’ or 144 square feet, with a maximum height of 9 feet. Shading devices must not impede any lifeguard’s line of sight.

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important rules & ordinances Within the City of Myrtle Beach • No loud mufflers. No straight pipes. No revving of engines or excessive noise.

• Everyone on a motorcycle is encouraged to wear a safety helmet and protective eyewear (glasses, goggles, face shield, etc.) at all times while the cycle is moving.

• The State of South Carolina regulates the use of golf carts on the public streets. Here are the rules under South Carolina law:

• No more than two motorcycles allowed in a public parking space.

• Curfew is in effect from 1-6 a.m. for juveniles under age 18.

• No alcohol consumption or open container possession allowed in parking lots and garages of any business.

• It is a crime not to pay the restaurant or not to leave your name and address if you dispute the bill, service or food.

• No loitering allowed in posted parking lots of any business. No loitering allowed after hours in parking lots once the business is closed. Store parking is for customers, not parties.

1. Only the owner of the golf cart or his agent or employees may operate the vehicle. The operator must be a licensed driver, have proof of financial responsibility and a permit to do so, and have them in his or her possession during operation. The S.C. Department of Motor Vehicles issues the $5 permits.

2. Operation is not allowed on primary highways, such as US 17, Kings Highway and US 501.You may cross a primary highway, but you may not drive along it.

3. Operation is allowed on any secondary highway or street if the operation is within two miles of your residence and during daylight hours. Vehicle must be operated by the permitted, licensed and financially responsible owner or his agent and must be complete with all equipment required by statues when you put vehicles on the public ways.

• No use of parking lots or landscaped areas of any business next to the road or street for chairs, coolers, parties, drinking or food service.

• Parties responsible for permitted or unpermitted special events that require an extraordinary public response may be held financially responsible for the cost of that response.

• No overnight parking or storage of trailers and oversize vehicles is allowed on the street; except for professional tour buses, church buses and other organizational buses that park in a safe and lawful manner.

• Photo identification required for hotel check-in; minors (under 18) cannot check in without a responsible adult present. All guests in a room must be identified. Parking hang tags required for all guest vehicles.

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Hall of fame Discover SC’s Outstanding Citizens Located within the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, the Official South Carolina Hall of Fame was created in 1973 to recognize and honor contemporary and past citizens who have made extraordinary contributions to South Carolina’s heritage and progress. From the founding of the colony to landing on the Moon, the sons and daughters of South Carolina have played a part in some of the most momentous events in modern history.

The latest to be inducted to the Official South Carolina Hall of Fame are Baptist song leader William “Singing Billy” Walker and noteable composer Carlisle Floyd. The Official South Carolina Hall of Fame is funded by the City of Myrtle Beach and the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Portraits of all inductees are on display in the lobby of the Convention Center, which is located at 21st Ave. N. and Oak Street. Admission is free and open to the public Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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myrtle Beach state Park

Huntington Beach state Park

Opened in 1935, Myrtle Beach State Park is South Carolina’s oldest park. Set on 312 acres on the south end of Myrtle Beach, this park holds one of South Carolina’s last stands of easily accessible, oceanfront maritime forest.

Visitors have a wide variety of activities to enjoy, including camping, a fishing pier full of anglers and nature programs for all ages.

Throughout the summer children’s programs are available that give young nature lovers a chance to learn more about dolphins, sea turtles and the abundant bird and plant life that call the leafy park home. Most are free with park admission. Campers may reserve campsites or rent a cabin on site. Pets are allowed in outdoor areas with restraints. Day trippers may now enjoy a weeklong State Park pass for only $30.

For more information about Myrtle Beach State Park, call 843-238-5325 or visit SouthCarolinaParks.com

Set on 2500 acres just south of Murrells Inlet, Huntington Beach State Park offers wide pristine beaches, sea breeze camping, fishing in the surf or from the jetties, as well as some of the finest bird watching on the coast. Nature lovers also will enjoy the park’s Environmental Education Center and wide variety of programming, including the chance to see loggerhead turtles and other endangered plant and animal species up close.

The park’s freshwater lake is a sure-fire place to see alligators and sometimes even a mink or two. Kayaking tours are available, as well as birding expeditions led by experienced birders.

For more information about Huntington Beach State Park, call 843-237-4440 or visit SouthCarolinaParks.com.

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rainy Day fun!

Don’t Let Wet Weather Slow You Down There are Lots of Ways to Play Indoors in the Myrtle Beach Area The entire family will enjoy visiting Myrtle Beach’s amazing aquarium with huge sharks swimming overhead and plenty of other interesting marine life. The area’s new science museum also provides plenty of rainy day thrills and excitement. For many, a Myrtle Beach area vacation is not complete without a trip to the arcade – who’s ready to play?

If a quiet day suits you better, try a visit to one of our local art galleries or museums. The Myrtle Beach area also has plenty of bookstores and libraries to help you find the perfect book.

Shopping has always been a favorite for rainy day fun and there’s something for everyone in one of our many shops, malls and outlets. And, when everyone gets hungry, make the meal an event with one of our themed restaurants or dinner shows featuring swashbuckling pirates and medieval knights.

The sports-minded visitor will find plenty to do when grey skies threaten. Like to bowl? The Myrtle Beach area has several bowling alleys. Or how about bingo? You can even play miniature golf indoors at several courses along the Grand Strand!

Don’t forget the popcorn and sodas when you take the family to a movie. The Myrtle Beach area has theaters close to every location. Live entertainment and comedy shows are also sure to please.

Visit our “Play” section for lots more options for rainy day fun. With so much to do, you may not notice that the sun has come out!

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More to Explore!

The Myrtle Beach SkyWheel, located on Ocean Boulevard, is the centerpiece of the 1.2 mile Grand Promenade and Boardwalk. Take a ride in one of its 42 climate controlled gondolas that seats up to six people. Each ride lasts about 8 to 12 minutes and oers panoramic views of downtown Myrtle Beach and beyond from a height of 200 feet above sea level. A state-ofthe-art lighting system, featuring over a million lights, delivers an LED light show after sunset each evening for an

unforgettable Myrtle Beach experience.

The world is upside down in WonderWorks at Broadway at the Beach. As soon as you see the dramatic exterior, designed as an upside-down building, you know you are in for a treat. Family fun awaits with more than 100 interactive, hands on exhibits. The unexplainable will come to life and the unusual will be the norm, from being blown around by a 74 miles per hour hurricane wind to a ride on a virtual 360 degree roller coaster and so much more.

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Pirates are plundering at the new Pirate’s Voyage Dinner Attraction in the former home of Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede, where you will experience the spirit and swashbuckling excitement of pirates that called the Carolina coast home. Enjoy a fivecourse pirate’s feast while the Crimson and Sapphire pirates battle it out – an unforgettable family experience!

Watch for the opening of the family friendly Pat Boone Theater, located in Myrtle Beach in the former NASCAR Café building. Legendary entertainer for 50 years, Pat Boone and his family will feature a world-class illusionist as well as gospel music and other special events.

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Experience the Past–Embrace the Present Myrtle Beach Area Cultural Arts Scene The arts have long been a part of the Myrtle Beach area, but the past few years have brought even more offerings for lovers of the cultural arts. Several museums in the area highlight our rich history and our own Franklin G. Burroughs-Simeon B. Chapin Art Museum features rotating art exhibits along with an impressive permanent collection of antique maps, prints and local art work.

The performing arts are alive and well with the Long Bay Symphony performing approximately 30 shows per year and the Carolina Master Chorale, a 70 member community chorus, collaborates with the symphony throughout the year.

The Myrtle Beach Colored School served African-American students in the Myrtle Beach area for more than 20 years. Now, a new Historic Myrtle Beach Colored School Museum and Education Center provides a window on that past, as well as a door to the future for all.

Located at 900 Dunbar St. in Myrtle Beach, the historic school is open for tours from 10 amnoon on Monday and 1-4 pm Tuesday-Friday.

On the south end of the Myrtle Beach area, another living history museum is found on Freewoods Farm, where visitors experience life on an African-American owned farm. A little farther south in Pawleys Island is the Gullah Museum which explores this fascinating culture with lectures and authentic arts and crafts.

Visitors interested in the history of the Civil War may wish to visit the S.C. Civil War Museum at 4875 Hwy 17 Bypass, South, Myrtle Beach. History buffs will be fascinated by period firearms, edged weapons, clothing, books and more. The Market Common District is situated on the site of the former Myrtle Beach Air Force Base and the Historic Myrtle Beach Air Force Museum has outdoor exhibits, plaques and more located on the grounds.

The Horry County Museum at 428 Main St. in Conway highlights the history of the area with

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exhibits ranging from quilts to tools used in the activities of daily life as well as exhibits of local art. Experience what life was like on a “one-horse farm” at the L.W. Paul living history farm just outside of Conway. The beautiful downtown area of Conway has galleries offering the work of local artists, a Gullah shop and glass blowing.

Considered the finest presentation of outdoor sculpture in the world, Brookgreen Gardens in Murrells Inlet was created in the 1930s by Anna and Hyatt Huntington. Today visitors can view more than 900 works, see indigenous wildlife and learn more about local history.

Even the youngest visitors can enjoy a cultural experience at the Children’s Museum of South Carolina in Myrtle Beach, packed with exhibits to fascinate kids while teaching them about the natural world.

Enjoy Broadway and off-Broadway plays at Atlantic Stage, the area’s only non-profit theatre. At Uptown, home of the Carolina Improv Company, experience the spontaneity and laughter of improv geared for everyone from the youngest to the oldest members of the family. Conway’s Theater of the Republic just celebrated its 41st season. Recent productions include Hairspray and A Tale of Two Cities.

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Member Listings

Members as of September 9, 2011

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Central Myrtle Beach, Conway

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North Myrtle Beach area (Windy Hill, Crescent Beach, Ocean Drive, Cherry Grove, Atlantic Beach, Little River)

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South Myrtle Beach area (Surfside Beach, Garden City Beach, Murrells Inlet, Litchfield Beach, Pawleys Island)

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ANIMALS Kennels Benji's Bed & Breakfast Canine Command Center, Inc. Tamroc Kennels Veterinarians Animal Emergency Hospital The Pet Doctor BANKS Bank of America BB&T - 76th Ave. BB&T - Murrells Inlet BB&T - Oak St. BB&T - Sayebrook BB&T - Socastee BNC Bank Coastal Carolina National Bank Conway National Bank - 21st Ave. N. Conway National Bank - 9726 Hwy. 17 N. Conway National Bank - Hwy. 17 Bypass S. Conway National Bank - Murrells Inlet Conway National Bank - Surfside Beach Crescent Bank - Garden City Crescent Bank - Myrtle Beach First Citizens Bank - Myrtle Beach First Citizens Bank - Surfside Beach First Federal - Myrtle Beach First Federal - In Lowes Foods at Grande Dunes First Federal - Murrells Inlet First Federal - Myrtle Beach First Federal - North Myrtle Beach First Federal - Surfside Beach First Federal - Wal-Mart N. First Federal - Wal-Mart S.

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(843) 237-7117 (843) 293-1407 (843) 236-1313

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(843) 445-9797 (843) 650-1555

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(843) 443-6270 (843) 692-0909 (843) 652-5005 (843) 443-4260 (843) 294-2145 (843) 294-7415 (843) 626-2265 (843) 839-5662 (843) 626-4441 (843) 449-3373 (843) 293-4422 (843) 651-8135 (843) 238-5125 (843) 429-2461 (843) 626-2200 (843) 444-4396 (843) 650-9925 (843) 650-0504 (843) 497-9841 (843) 357-3503 (843) 916-7954 (843) 249-6755 (843) 238-0814 (843) 692-0660 (843) 215-4425

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First Palmetto Savings Bank - Myrtle Beach First Palmetto Savings Bank - North Myrtle Beach First Palmetto Savings Bank - Surfside Beach First Palmetto Savings Bank - Myrtle Beach NBSC, a division of Synovus Bank Plantation Federal RBC Centura Bank - Pawleys Island RBC Centura Bank - Myrtle Beach Sandhills Bank South Atlantic Bank - Myrtle Beach South Atlantic Bank - Murrells Inlet South Carolina Bank and Trust, NA Myrtle Beach TD Bank Tidelands Bank - Myrtle Beach Tidelands Bank - Murrells Inlet VistaBank Waccamaw Bank Wells Fargo CHURCHES beachCHURCH - Myrtle Beach Community Church Christian Mission, Inc. First Church of Christ, Scientist First Presbyterian Church Gathering Community Church Ocean View Baptist Church Saint Andrew Catholic Church Saint Philip Lutheran Church Seacoast Vineyard Church St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church Unity Christ Church

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(843) 272-0274 (843) 281-9055 (843) 650-1401 (843) 839-3900 (843) 626-1801 (843) 315-2400 (843) 237-1400 (843) 444-3800 (843) 280-2265 (843) 839-0100 (843) 848-2000 (843) 839-8610 (843) 445-5745 (843) 429-2002 (843) 839-1801 (843) 488-2800 (843) 234-9265 (843) 626-5674

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(843) 236-9700 (843) 293-2411 (843) 449-5496 (843) 448-4496 (843) 828-3333 (843) 449-3384 (843) 448-5930 (843) 449-5345 (843) 445-9000 (843) 448-3773 (843) 238-8516

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MEDICAL Chiropractic Grand Strand Health and Wellness United Chiropractic Clinics Doctors Care - Surfside Beach Dentists Carolina Center for Cosmetic & Restorative Dentistry Carolina Dental Center Inlet Dental Center, Inc. Ocean Drive Dentistry Sexton Dental Clinic Health-Home Care Comfort Keepers Home Instead Senior Care Mercy Care ResCare HomeCare Hospitals Georgetown Memorial Hospital Grand Strand Regional Medical Center Waccamaw Community Hospital Nursing Homes Myrtle Beach Manor NHC Health Care/Garden City, LLC Ophthalmology Coastal Eye Group, PC Optometrists Coastal Vision Center Distinctive Eyewear Vision Center Socastee Eye Clinic Physical Therapists Indigo Therapy Specialists, LLC Physicians & Surgeons Carolina Coastal Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Carolina Forest Family Medicine

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(843) 357-9355 (843) 903-3507

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(843) 238-1461

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(843) 248-3843 (843) 357-2122 (843) 215-0579 (843) 249-7736 (843) 449-0431

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(843) 249-9200 (843) 215-9777 (843) 848-6480 (843) 692-2557

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(843) 520-8263 (843) 692-1000 (843) 520-8263

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(843) 449-5283 (843) 650-2213

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(843) 449-7115

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(843) 650-2400 (843) 213-1201 (843) 293-8101

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(843) 357-4039

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(843) 448-9977 (843) 236-9925

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Carolina Forest Imaging Center, LLC Carolina Health Specialists Coastal Cancer Center Coastal Carolina Oral & Maxil ofacial Surgery - Dr. Edward Eckert & Dr. Brian Harsha Coastal Carolina Otolaryngology Coastal Carolina Otolaryngology Associates, PA Eastern Carolina Regional Eye Center Grand Strand Internal Medicine Grand Strand Primary Care Inlet Medical Associates, PA Primary Medical Associates South Strand Internists, PA Strand Orthopaedic Consultants SERVICES Auto Dealers Addy's Harbor Dodge Affordable Automobiles Rentals & Service Grand Strand Nissan, Inc. Hadwin-White Pontiac-Buick-GMC, Inc. Hyatt Pontiac Buick GMC Myrtle Beach Automotive Myrtle Beach Chrysler Jeep Sparks Toyota Auto Repairs/Service DeFalco's Automotive & Towing Hussey Motor Co., Inc. Midas Muffler & Brake Shoppe Camper Trailers Camping Connection Ocean Lakes RV Center Car Washes The Car Wash Detrick's Car Wash Detrick's Car Wash

phone

(843) 236-7878 (843) 449-9559 (843) 692-5000 (843) 448-1621 (843) 215-1068 (843) 449-6449 (843) 449-6414 (843) 293-5601 (843) 236-1950 (843) 651-4111 (843) 238-5654 (843) 650-4006 (843) 236-3222

Area C C C C S C C S C S S S C

(843) 236-2277 (843) 712-2690 (843) 236-2191 (843) 448-2376 (843) 448-4426 (843) 424-4260 (843) 448-1191 (843) 236-2161

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(843) 477-1700 (843) 448-5182 (843) 236-2370

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(843) 238-3329 (843) 238-5532

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(843) 626-5418 (843) 650-8648 (843) 839-3305

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Cellular Telephone Systems AT&T Mobility T-Mobile operated by A-1 Wireless T-Mobile operated by A-1 Wireless Child Care/Nurseries Kiddie Park Convention Services/Facilities Convention Makers, Inc. Myrtle Beach Convention Center Coupons Grand Strand MAP & Coupons Monster Coupon Book Destination Management Destination King Fitness Great Bay Fitness, LLC Golf-Cart Sales/Services Graham E-Z-Go Health Clubs Body & Soul North Myrtle Beach Aquatic & Fitness Center Sky Fitness Health/Wellness Green Gals at the Beach The Myrtle Beach Diet Massage Therapy Massage Envy Spa Organizations Oceanfront Merchants Association Radio Stations Cumulus Broadcasting Wilmington Cumulus Media, LLC Next Media Operating, Inc. Qantum of Myrtle Beach, LLC WEZV / WYEZ

phone

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(843) 545-1545 (843) 839-4000 (843) 839-4000

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(843) 448-3413

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(843) 650-6300 (843) 918-1225

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(843) 626-2412 (843) 293-7338

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(901) 766-1836

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(603) 498-2519

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(843) 236-1515

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(843) 650-7685 (843) 281-3737 (843) 293-3488

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(843) 497-7738 (843) 692-9494

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(843) 213-4050

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(843) 997-6695

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(910) 763-9977 (843) 651-7869 (843) 448-1041 (843) 293-0107 (843) 903-9962

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Real Estate: Company Ally Management, Inc. (843) 497-3555 Angie Shoemaker - ReMax Beach and Golf (843) 267-2314 Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Elliott Coastal Living (843) 280-5704 Burroughs & Chapin Company (843) 448-5123 Century 21 Boling & Associates, Inc. (843) 449-2121 Century 21 Thomas Real Estate (843) 249-2100 Coldwell Banker Chicora Real Estate (843) 272-8700 Coldwell Banker Chicora Real Estate - Carolina Forest (843) 903-4400 Coldwell Banker Chicora Real Estate & Relocation - Surfside Beach (843) 233-8000 Coldwell Banker Chicora Real Estate- Garden City (843) 651-2270 Corder Properties, Inc. (843) 839-9960 Keller-Williams Realty (843) 443-9400 King One Properties (843) 497-9100 Leonard, Call & Associates, Inc. (843) 626-7676 LITUS* Properties (843) 449-9000 Prudential Myrtle Beach Real Estate (843) 449-9444 RE/Max Ocean Forest (843) 497-7369 RE/MAX Southern Shores (843) 236-2844 RealtyWorks, Inc. (843) 650-1652 Select Homes & Services, Inc. (843) 692-2800 Vintage Estates Realty (843) 626-7030 Waccamaw Land & Timber Co., Inc. (843) 449-0441 Watermark Real Estate Group (843) 314-4284 Real Estate: Property Management Diamond Property Services (843) 839-2020 Pinnacle Real Estate Management, LLC (843) 449-8103 Strand Management Group (843) 236-7581 Real Estate: Sales Century 21 Broadhurst & Associates, Inc. (843) 448-7169 Dockside Realty - Richard Shattuck (843) 222-0965 Hoffman Corporation, dba The Hoffman Group (843) 692-3333 Jerry Pinkas Real Estate Selling Team (843) 839-9870 Lakeside Crossing (843) 349-4444 McNab Team, LLC, dba RE/MAX Town & Country (843) 839-0200

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Oak Estates at Island Green RE/MAX Southern Shores - Pamela Palmiter Waterbridge Rental Services American Tent & Party Rental / Starrett Brothers Tent Mfg, Inc. BRAVO! Event & Party Rentals North Strand Beach Services Salon/Spa Services The Awakening Spa Divine Salon & Spa Mirage Hair Studio Rejuvenation Day Spa & Salon Television Stations Beach TV - The Tourist Network WBTW TV-13 WFXB FOX 43 TV WMBF News WPDE - TV15 WWMB - TV 21 Timeshare Club Regency Interval Owners Assn, Inc. Ellington Resort at Wachesaw Plantation East Marriott's OceanWatch Villas at Grande Dunes Sheraton Broadway Plantation Tire Dealers Black's Tire Service Black's Tire Service Tire Town

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(843) 215-3905 (843) 995-1161 (843) 839-7800

Area C C C

(843) 294-4004 (843) 413-0525 (843) 272-3259

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(843) 213-5370 (843) 839-1716 (843) 449-9983 (843) 236-6934

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(843) 449-6420 (843) 293-1301 (843) 828-4300 (843) 839-9623 (843) 234-9733 (843) 234-9733

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(843) 294-2060 (843) 357-5282 (843) 692-5600 (843) 839-7441

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(843) 626-7402 (843) 272-3875 (843) 448-7035

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Business Name

Travel Agencies All About Travel CruiseOne Great Escapes Cruises & Tours TRANSPORTATION Airlines Allegiant Travel Company Direct Air & Tours Horry County Department of Airports Taxicabs Anchor Taxi Creekside Cab Resorts Transportation Transportation Sunway Charters and Tours WEDDINGS Wedding Chapels The Myrtle Beach Wedding Chapel Ordained Minister Seaside Wedding Chapel Together Forever Wedding Chapel & Reception Hall - Wedding Officiates Wedding Chapel By The Sea Weddings A Beautiful Wedding Amazing Grace Weddings Beach People Weddings Have Gavel-Will Travel

phone

Area

(843) 497-8586 (866) 211-8801 (843) 903-1578

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(702) 505-8888 (843) 916-9700 (843) 448-1580

C C C

(843) 444-0101 (843) 357-8444 (843) 450-2111

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(843) 293-1773

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(843) 626-6905

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(843) 249-3146

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(843) 361-0104

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(843) 946-9672

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(843) 650-3528 (843) 650-3971 (336) 314-0503 (843) 448-9253

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Lodging

A Home Away From Home Check in to the Vacation of your Dreams in the Myrtle Beach area No matter what you envision as the perfect place to stay, it is here waiting for you to enjoy. The options for laying your head are as endless as your view of the Atlantic.

The two of you may have sweet dreams in a perfect efficiency overlooking the ocean, or bring the gang and spread out in a roomy Pat Boone theater beach house. A family of four may decide

to opt for a cozy cottage with quiet places for the kids to nap. The choices are endless.

The excitement of your Myrtle Beach area vacation begins with choosing the perfect accommodation. From elegant sophistication to homey and rustic, is the perfect home away from home is waiting just for you! the Carolina oPry

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Leave Everything to Us! Our Hotels and Motels Make the Living Very Easy Indeed A worry-free vacation is waiting at Myrtle Beach area hotels and motels.

From luxurious to budget-friendly, we have your perfect fit. Come back from a day enjoying the beach to a spic and span room, the freshly made bed just waiting for you to fall into an afternoon nap.

Families will enjoy amenities such as wave pools and water slides, while others take advantage of full service spas

and beach chairs set up and waiting on the shore. Friendly staff is always ready to help you find your way to the day’s destination or with a suggestion for the night’s dining experience. Smaller, familyowned hotels and motels are welcoming and cozy, as well as budget friendly.

There are hotels and motels in the Myrtle Beach area to fit every need and budget – the perfect home away from home!

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The Gang’s All Here!

Find the Perfect Vacation Rental for Your Group Memories of beach houses packed with family are a part of most of our histories – those days when collecting shells and steaming crabs were the most important tasks at hand. Make new vacation memories with a Myrtle Beach area beach home rental – the options are endless!

The Myrtle Beach area has vacation rentals ranging from the ten bedroom executive home, with all of the latest amenities, to rustic oceanfront cottages

reminiscent of vacations past. Invite your college roommates to share some special time together in a condominium complete with an on-site pool and Jacuzzi. Organize that long put off family reunion in an ocean front beach house with plenty of room for napping babies and resting grandparents.

Whoever you gather together for your next beach reunion, the Myrtle Beach area will provide the place for your special time together.

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Back to Nature

Myrtle Beach Area Campgrounds Offer Fun and Relaxation

Do you love your roomy tent with the screened porch attached? Or is your camping preference a sleek, new motor home? For those and everything in between, the Myrtle Beach area offers a wide range of camping experiences.

Today’s campgrounds include not only water on site, but cable television, internet access and much more. The Myrtle Beach area takes “roughing it” to

a new level, offering campers live entertainment, dining, bike rentals, pools, waterparks and more.

Camping gives us the opportunity to fall asleep under the stars and wake to the sounds of the waves crashing against the shore. A chance to get back to nature combined with budget friendly pricing make camping in the Myrtle Beach area a fun and memorable experience.

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Pamper Yourself with a Myrtle Beach Area Vacation Package Make Your Trip Planning Easy

as you like. You can include travel, lodging, entertainment and even dining to make your vacation as smooth as possible. Set up agendas that include tee times for some and trips to local attractions for others in your group.

Take a break from planning with a customized Myrtle Beach area vacation package – and jump right into the fun!

You know what you want from your Myrtle Beach area vacation, so why spend hours planning every detail? With a vacation package featuring only the options you choose, all you have to do is pack!

Taking a long weekend at the beach?

Or a shopping vacation? Vacation packages are available for any type of trip or budget.

Add as much or as little to your package

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