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Bay View Resort Expands Amenities With New Outdoor Pool, Hot Tub and Firepit

Bay View Resort Expands Amenities With New Outdoor Pool, Hot Tub and Firepit Located on the Myrtle Beach oceanfront, Bay View on the Boardwalk has long boasted a long list of amenities — and now, the list has grown even longer. Replacing an outdoor splash pad previously found on the resort grounds, a new outdoor pool has been added at...

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Don’t Pass on a Chance to Win a Lifetime of Beach Vacations Do you have an affinity for Myrtle Beach getaways? How would you like to win a FREE stay every year — for the rest of your life? Enter today for your chance to win! That’s a seven-night getaway at any Brittain Resorts & Hotels property. Memories will last a...

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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Got 10 Bucks? Here’s Where to Have Fun in Myrtle Beach

You don’t have to spend a fortune to have fun in Myrtle Beach. There are Grand Strand options that don’t have to sop up all your vacation budget. In fact, if you have $10, you’re golden. There are enough low-cost activities to fill up your getaway itinerary. Plus, it costs nothing to chill poolside with a good read, right? 6...

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...

Rainy Day in Myrtle Beach? Here Are 5 Ways to Beat It

You’ve been planning your beach vacation for weeks. You arrive at your destination, with swim trunks and flip-flops ready. But unexpectedly, a rainstorm throws a wrench in your plans. How can you enjoy a beach vacation in rainy weather? Fortunately, rain at the beach does not necessarily mean the trip is ruined. The vacationer can visit many...

6 Ways to Have Fun on the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

The Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and Promenade: Everything you need for a day at the beach. And it's right ON the beach. The Boardwalk offers visitors a respite from the heat, without having to go far. Shop, eat and have a blast. And there's plenty of history to it, too. PLAY HERE Ripley's Believe it or Not It's all...

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...

Hitting the Murrells Inlet Marsh Walk? Here’s What to Know

Next time you make it to Myrtle Beach, make time to visit the Marsh Walk. The Marsh Walk, a beautiful stretch of waterfront boardwalk, is in Murrells Inlet. Right along an estuary, the Marsh Walk has a coastal vibe all its own. There's a waterfront dining spot for everyone on this half-mile slice of paradise. If you like cold drinks, good...

What is New in 2021 in Myrtle Beach?

Ready to get back to the beach? The days are getting warmer, and that yearning for the sand and sun is getting stronger. It's time to get back to all the fun things we love to do on the Grand Strand. Along with that, there are a few new features to tell you about, too. There's also something spectacular in the works that we'll have to wait...

The Ultimate Guide to the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

Among the many things that make the Grand Strand such an attractive destination for a beach vacation, the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk might be one of the biggest contributors to the area’s distinctly “beach town” vibe. The 1.2-mile wooden walkway...

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