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Another Round? 5 Spots to Have a Drink on the Boardwalk

Another Round? 5 Spots to Have a Drink on the Boardwalk Whether you’re in for a Shirley Temple or a scotch and soda, the Boardwalk is a great place to stop. There’s a good bit of fun to find on the Boardwalk anyway. But when you’re relaxing on vacation, a drink with good company is just the thing. Especially on a winter...

Visit These Myrtle Beach Joints for Fall Beer, Cocktails, and Coffee

Visit These Myrtle Beach Joints for Fall Beer, Cocktails, and Coffee The exchange from summer to fall flows with the right drinks. Coffee, beer, and cocktails also change seasons, and you can find an awesome array in Myrtle Beach. Pumpkin spice everything dominates social media feeds. But many other flavors usher in cooler days. The...

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Get Down to the Jeep Jam in Myrtle Beach

What an innovation, the Jeep. So versatile. Fit for the swinging single on the loose or the family in search of adventure. Pack them tight or fly solo. Through the mud, through rush hour, on vacation, and off the beaten track. No wonder we love Jeeps. Oct. 28-30, Jeep lovers will converge on the Grand Strand once again. Don’t miss...

Your Comprehensive Handbook to Grand Strand Fishing Piers

Your Comprehensive Handbook to Grand Strand Fishing Piers Fishing on the pier can prove to be a great way to spend a day in Myrtle Beach. And there are a few to choose from in the area. Although they jut out into the same body of water, there are some differences to know about. We’ll introduce you to the ones most visitors like to...

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 —...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

What to Expect When Traveling to Myrtle Beach in the Fall

All the cars seem to be headed thataway and you’re headed thisaway. Welcome to a fall retreat to Myrtle Beach. It’s a great time to vacation here for many reasons. The crowds are thinner, the air is cooler, and most everything is still open for business. As you buck the trend for an autumn beach retreat, here are a few things to keep in...

10 Best Restaurants 10 Minutes from Bay View Resort

10 Best Restaurants 10 Minutes from Bay View Resort Bay View Resort is a great place to stay, isn't it? It's right in the middle of all the fun things you'll find in Myrtle Beach. And it's also a bit of an oasis from it all, too. And best of all, when you get hungry, you don't have to go far to find some of the Grand Strand's best...

Your Independence Day Getaway Agenda for Myrtle Beach

It's almost our nation's birthday. It's a federal holiday, too, and in 2021, it lands on a Sunday. This means the official holiday is Monday, July 5. You've already asked off for the Friday before to make it a four-day weekend, right? Myrtle Beach is a great destination for celebrating Independence Day. What says summer more than July 4? And...

Myrtle Beach Inshore and Offshore Fishing 101

Not all beach bums are there for only the sun. Some like to cast a line. Whether inshore or offshore, fishing is a big deal in Myrtle Beach. There's plenty for the casual fisherman and the avid sportsman here. Here's a guide to fishing on the Grand Strand, a look at the famous 2nd Avenue Pier, and other things to know. Quick...