Mar Vista Grande Resort and Family Kingdom

The Mar Vista Grand Resort has the unique distinction of being the only North Myrtle Beach hotel to receive a 2012 AAA Four Diamond award. It is an honor only given annually to the finest hotels and restaurants.

A visit to the Mar Vista Grand Resort, 603 S. Ocean Blvd., provides families with splendid accommodations with an array of amenities including hot tubs, indoor pools, spa and a state-of-the-art fitness center. These luxurious services are a part of the enjoyment experienced beyond the walls of their plush oceanfront rooms.

Such exquisite relaxation should be paired with fun of the highest caliber, and if it’s delight you desire for the whole family that you seek Family Kingdom in Myrtle Beach will fill the bill.

It is an exceptional fun place for several reasons, with the most prominent being that it is the only seaside amusement park in Myrtle Beach.

Tucked right in the middle of the kinetic atmosphere of Ocean Boulevard, Family Kingdom is a hot zone of unfettered fun.

Comprised of an amusement park and a water park, Family Kingdom Myrtle Beach is a realm where folks of various ages can immerse themselves in good times.

The energy alone that emanates from Family Kingdom is enough to entertain for hours. Since it is located centrally, 300 S. Ocean Blvd. in Myrtle Beach, visitors can experience the magic of the amusement park by simply being in the vicinity.

From the cheerful sounds of laughter being heard from children and adults to the lights illuminating of the Ferris wheel, you know the adrenaline is explosive and excitement is the air.

There are a variety of rides at Family Kingdom that can be pleasing to all, including the following:

Carousel: Although antiquated, no one can deny the mass appeal in enjoying the sheer pleasure of sitting on one’s favorite animal replica and lazily riding around and around while surveying the scenery around you.

Bumper Boats: This ride is comparable to racing bumper cars, except it is instead a water ride that guarantees there will be plenty of splashing antics.

Kiddie Swing: The littlest members of your group – the children – will be happy with this miniature version of the adult thrill ride called the “Yo-Yo,” which are the high-flying swings. These swings, however, are low to the ground to delight, not frighten, the kids.

If you go:
What: Family Kingdom
Where: 300 South Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577
Hours: Hours vary. Call for information. Family Kingdom’s amusement park is open from March through October. Its water park is open from May through September.
Cost: There is no admission charge. Guests pay per ride or they can buy an all-day wristband for $24.50 plus tax.
Information: Call 843-626-3447 or visit http://www.familykingdomfun.com/
. Directions from Mar Vista Grande Resort: Start going southwest on Ocean Boulevard/S.C. 65/South Ocean Boulevard toward 7th Ave. S. Turn right onto 27th Ave. S. Turn left onto North Kings Highway/U.S. 17 South. Turn slight left onto N. Kings Highway/U.S. 17 Business. Turn left onto 3rd Ave. S. Turn right onto South Ocean Boulevard/S.C. 73. Family Kingdom is on the right.

Posted 11/16/12

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