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Myrtle Beach’s Newest Family Addition: Funplex

Bring your cast of family characters to the newest diversion on the Grand Strand: Funplex. It's great for your children, your grandkids, and youngsters of all ages. Family and thrill rides, games, and food are fun for everyone. Funplex, an amusement park in Myrtle Beach, is a visit to last a whole day. Funplex is affordable enough to warrant...

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It’s Gonna Be Hot: The World Champion Chili Cookoff Is Coming to Myrtle Beach

There’s potential for things to get even hotter this summer in Myrtle Beach. We’re not talking about the weather. The spice will fly with the World Championship Chili Cookoff. The 55th annual event will be Sept. 23-25 and return to Myrtle Beach for the second straight year. Imagine getting to sample more than 500 award-winning chili —...

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10 Best Things to Do Before Summer Is Over

Tips to Make Your End-Of-Summer Beach Trip Rock One last summer jaunt is in high demand on the Grand Strand.Will you get to the coast once more this season? If so, will you make the most of it? It’s impossible to do it all, so we narrowed the list to 10 things you should do at the beach before summer ends.Let’s do...

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5 Ways to Make Your Birthday Extra Special in Myrtle Beach

As far as a site for your birthday — can you beat Myrtle Beach? It’s your special day, so spend it in a special way. Turning the page on another year seems like a great thing to do in your favorite vacation spot. Make this the year you light your candles on the Grand Strand. We’ve got a few ideas for you. Tips for Planning a...

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LOL! Here Are the Funniest Comedy Shows in Myrtle Beach

You won’t have to drive far from your resort to find a funny time on the Grand Strand. Yes, we said funny, not fun. Although you’ll have fun there, too.Here are Myrtle Beach’s favorite comedy shows.Laugh until it hurts worse than your sunburn! The Grand Strand is home to some hilarious talent. And it attracts touring...

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Time to Celebrate National Donut Day in Myrtle Beach

We would hate for you to miss a sweet holiday like this! June 5, 2022, is National Donut Day, and if you’re on the Grand Strand, you’re in for a treat. This area is home to some remarkable donut spots. Some offer specials for this observance of the most well-rounded dessert on earth. Remember — calories don’t count on National Donut...

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Guidebook to the Best Freebies in Myrtle Beach

A tropical getaway to Myrtle Beach doesn’t have to break the bank. You can find a great deal on a Grand Strand resort, and the savings don’t end there. With valuable coupon books available at the resort, you’ll have a wealth of free activities to partake in. You have to know where to look! We’ve compiled this guide to help give your...

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Take in the Carolina Country Music Fest in Myrtle Beach

This summer, the Carolina Country Music Fest is set to cause a stir in the Myrtle Beach music scene. This event has become a seasonal hallmark for The Grand Strand. Country Music’s stars and up-and-comers converge on the beach for three days of music and fun. This year’s show promises to be the best yet. Here’s all you need to know...

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Another Round! Best Waterfront Place to Be for Happy Hour

If you’re able to get to the waterfront for happy hour — do it. Every hour in Myrtle Beach is fun, but happy hour takes on a new meaning. You can find drink and food specials at many restaurants. (And it’s usually longer than an hour.) So come hungry and ready to mingle. Beach lovers congregate in these places, where meetups and...

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How to Navigate Nightlife in Myrtle Beach

Ready to party until dawn in Myrtle Beach? Well, we know a few places you can dance the night away, at least. The Grand Strand is no stranger to late-night fun. And in warm spring weather, it’s a welcome expression of freedom from the freeze. If you have it like that where you’re coming from. Here are places to boogie or at least stay up...

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Morning Till Eve: How to Spend a Day at Bay View Resort

Morning Till Eve: How to Spend a Day at Bay View Resort When you’re in Myrtle Beach, it’s easy to load up a day with things to do. When you’re at Bay View, it’s easy to find tons of fun activities, right around your resort. To prove it, we compiled this day-in-the-life snapshot. We could have done a whole week’s...

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Top Things to Do on the Boardwalk to Make Your Teenager Happy

Don’t look now, but it seems as if your teen is having a great time with you in Myrtle Beach. Stay calm. This tends to happen to all ages on the Grand Strand, even with goofy parents present. We’ve found that the Boardwalk has lots of spots your impressionable kids find fun. And when you see them posting pics to Instagram or sharing the...

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5 Can’t Miss Alabama Theatre Shows to Catch in 2022

If you ever struggle to find something new to do on the Grand Strand, this list of shows is for you. With so much fun in the sun to be had, it’s good to know you can have a blast indoors on the Grand Strand, too. This area is host to so much talent. Entertainment venues here have no shortage of performers to choose from. Here are five...

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5 Places to Hang Out on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

5 Places to Hang Out on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk Before you leave for home from your getaway, you ought to check out the iconic Myrtle Beach Boardwalk. It’s a popular walkway through the heart of Myrtle Beach, with someone for everyone. It has places to grub and places to chill and chase thrills, too. You can take the boardwalk...

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Motor to Myrtle Beach for the Run to the Sun Car Show

The main event for motorheads far and wide is coming to Myrtle Beach in March. The Run to the Sun Car Show, in its 33rd year, will happen March 17-19. Car enthusiasts aren't going to want to miss a beach getaway and a chance to see some of these fine automobiles. The Pee Dee Street Rodders sponsored the first 32 renditions of this event. In...

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7 Myrtle Beach Dive Bars to Check Out

Myrtle Beach is pretty — but sometimes, you’re looking for gritty. The Grand Strand has that, too. There are some infamous dive bars around that locals love and visitors fall in love with. You know the type, where the atmosphere is hot and the beer is ice cold. Here are a few to try out next time you’re on the strip. The...

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4 Advantages to Booking Early for a 2022 Myrtle Beach Getaway

Ready to make the drive to Myrtle Beach? We don’t blame you! Beach dreams are often born in the winter.Or maybe you’re driving to the airport to get here … either way, one tip: Plan early for it!There are advantages to getting ahead of the game for your escape to Myrtle Beach. It’s never too early to start daydreaming...

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5 Stunning Places to Take Photos in Myrtle Beach That’ll Shine on Instagram

May our social media feeds prosper, as our phones’ storage capacity fills by leaps and bounds. When you visit Myrtle Beach, you’re in no shortage of spots you’ll want to stop — and snap a shot. Where are the best ones? We’ve calculated areas that seem most prone to the aim-and-shoot pause on the Grand Strand. This is in no way an...

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