compasscove, Author at Bay View Resort

Myrtle Beach Mini-Marathon Offers Maximum Fun

There's a popular saying in running circles that claims half-marathoners have double the fun of their marathon-running counterparts, in part because they get to enjoy the entire race-weekend experience without all the muscle cramps and training restrictions. That old adage certainly applies to the Oct. 22-23 Myrtle Beach Mini Marathon, a 13.1-mile...

Top 5 Places to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth in Myrtle Beach

A Myrtle Beach vacation has a signature something for all five senses: The beautiful sight of the white-sand beaches, the smell of the fresh salt air, the sound of the tumbling waves and chirping seagulls, the cool feeling of the sand and surf on your toes. But what about the signature taste? For generations of visitors, it's the sweet and...

Myrtle Beach Fall 2016 Events

With the summer season coming to an end and the weather finally cooling down, things are just starting to heat up in Myrtle Beach. There are so many great reasons to visit Bay View on The Boardwalk in the fall. Labor Day weekend kicks off the fall season with several festivals, activities and so much more. Not only do you get great pricing...

Beach vs. Pool: The Great Myrtle Beach Debate

It's a sunny day in Myrtle Beach, you've got your swimsuit and sunscreen on, and you've got a full day to spend in the water. The most important decision you have to make is whether to hit the beach or the pool — the great debate for millions of Grand Strand vacationers annually. Guests at Bay View on the Boardwalk have an even tougher choice...

Six Great Myrtle Beach Restaurants for Groups

Going out to dinner with a large group in Myrtle Beach is a real treat — if you can find a table with enough seats. Large parties can have a hard time enjoying dinner together as a group, as the restaurant staff often scramble to assemble smaller tables into family-style seating. Advance reservations are ideal, or Bay View On The Boardwalk...

Find Free Souvenirs by Beachcombing in Myrtle Beach

The 60-mile stretch of white-sand beaches that surround Myrtle Beach, commonly known as the Grand Strand, is teeming with souvenirs, and we're not talking about the abundance of gift shops and beachwear stores. No, these keepsakes are absolutely free and can be found under your feet at the beach. All you have to do is pick them up, and follow...

Start Your Vacation Day With a Tasty Breakfast

The most important meal of the day is even more critical while you are vacationing in Myrtle Beach. Before guests at Bay View Resort hit the beach, the Boulevard and the Boardwalk for a full day of fun in the summer sun, they need to fuel up so they can go the distance. Bay View guests can visit the on-site Starbucks for coffee, smoothies,...

Let the Good Times Stroll: A Tour of the Boardwalk’s Best Beach Bars

If you like the beach and you like bars, you will love the beach bars in downtown Myrtle Beach. Not only does Bay View on the Boardwalk resort guests have a beach in their own backyard, but they also enjoy easy access to the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, which leads to some of the best beach bars on the Grand Strand. The 1.3-mile Myrtle Beach...

7 Ways to Get Wet and Wild with Grand Strand Water Sports

Many Myrtle Beach visitors see the Atlantic Ocean as a thing of beauty, the perfect place to relax and listen to the crashing waves, or maybe even take a quick dip to cool off. But for the more adventurous guest, the ocean and the waterways that flow into it provide an opportunity to get wet and wild by taking advantage of all the water-sports...

Five Places to Find Free Family Fun in Myrtle Beach

What's the only thing better than summer fun in Myrtle Beach? Summer fun in Myrtle Beach that is FREE. In addition to enjoying all the on-site amenities at Bay View Resort, our guests are right in the center of an array of free entertainment options in the downtown district. Bay View guests also receive complimentary tickets to some of the Grand...

What to Pack for Hot Summer Fun in Myrtle Beach

Before you start shoving random stuff in suitcases to get ready for your Myrtle Beach vacation, take a quick time-out. You can save yourself a lot of trouble and extra luggage if you follow one simple rule (OK, actually two): Pack tight and pack light. How many times have you gone on vacation and not even made it halfway through your travel...

Have a Blast on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk This Fourth of July

Myrtle Beach is gearing up to have a blast again this year for the Fourth of July, and Bay View Resort is ready to put you in the middle of all the festivities. With the adjoining Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade serving as the hub of activities for Independence Day, Bay View guests are only a short stroll away from loads of fun on the...

Five Tips for Getting the Best Bang for Your Buck at Myrtle Beach’s Top Attractions

No trip to Myrtle Beach is complete without a visit to the area's top attractions, and Bay View Resort has your tickets and tips to save big bucks during your family vacation. With our Sun Fun Rewards program, Bay View guests get free passes to some of the most popular attractions in town just for staying with us. And our downtown location...

Spend Father’s Day Fishing with Dad in Myrtle Beach

With 60 miles of pristine Carolina coastline surrounding Myrtle Beach and fishing hot spots available on both the open ocean and in nearby inlets, rivers and lakes, you can find plenty of places to treat Dad to a great day of fishing on the Grand Strand. Here are four of the best options for taking dear ol' Dad out for a fun fishing adventure on...

5 ‘Must Haves’ to Pack for Your Bay View Myrtle Beach Vacation

While vacations are always exciting, deciding what to pack can be a challenge. To help you prepare for your stay at Bay View on the Boardwalk, we offer these five “must-haves” that are sure to help you enjoy the bright Myrtle Beach sun, gorgeous Atlantic Ocean and warm, sandy beaches to the fullest. Swimsuits: All the...

Carolina Comedy Club Delivers Loads of Laughs

Guests who enjoy Bay View Resort are a diverse bunch who always tend to be looking for new adventures. Many are more than willing to try innovative foods, exotic beverages, scenic tours and exciting nightlife offerings. Seeking a break from the more typical beach attractions, some of Bay View’s visitors head up to Broadway at the Beach and take...

Five Tips for Staying Cool on a Hot Summer Day in Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach is known as the Sun Fun City, but too much fun in the hot summer sun can take a toll. Vacationers unaccustomed to the heat reflecting off the white-sand beaches and the summertime temperatures of South Carolina that can approach triple digits must be careful not to get too hot — nothing spoils a wonderful vacation experience like a...

Go Fish! Four Places to Hook a Big One in Myrtle Beach

There are hundreds of restaurants where you can get fresh seafood in Myrtle Beach, but nothing beats going straight to the source. With a 60-mile stretch of coastline bordering the bountiful Atlantic Ocean and lots of inlets and waterways where you can enjoy a relaxing day of fishing without all the waves, the Grand Strand is swimming with...

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