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5 Restaurants Near Ocean Reef That Your Taste Buds — and Wallet — Will Love

Frequent Grand Strand visitors know that the region — as one of the premier beach-vacation destinations in the Southeastern United States — offers an amazing variety of delicious dining options. After all, with 1,700-plus restaurants located along our 60-mile stretch of Carolina coastline, there are flavors here to satisfy all types of...

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Top 5 Spas for Relaxation and Rejuvenation in Myrtle Beach

There are endless ways to relax in Myrtle Beach, whether lounging poolside, kicking back in an Adirondack chair with a glass of wine, or letting the sea breeze rock you to sleep. One of the best ways to truly unwind, however, is at one of the area’s top-notch spas. Indulge in an afternoon of luxury and pampering and emerge a refreshed person...

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6 Top Spots on the Grand Strand for Capturing Instagram Photos

As Instagram aficionados know, no vacation is complete until the destination of choice’s hottest spots have been visited, photographed and documented on the photo-driven social network. And on the Grand Strand, there’s definitely no shortage of opportunities to snap some great pics in places that are so iconic...

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Where Are the Best Places to Watch College Football in Myrtle Beach?

Regardless of the season, sport or time zone, when the biggest of sporting battles take to the field (or the court, pitch, ice, etc.), the biggest of sports fans must catch the game — whether they’re off on vacation or back at...

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Annual Festival to Bring Irish, Italian Flavors to the Grand Strand in September

Veteran visitors to the Grand Strand know that the Myrtle Beach area is something of a melting pot, with a wide range of nationalities and cultures represented on our beautiful, 60-mile stretch of the Carolina coast. And in late September in North Myrtle Beach, thousands will fill the downtown streets to celebrate two of the most prominent...

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Read the Rave Reviews Left by Guests at Ocean Reef Resort

At Ocean Reef Resort, we work hard to keep our guests happy while they enjoy the vacation of a lifetime on the Myrtle Beach oceanfront. So, of course, we’re thrilled when they share impressions of their stays on the Grand Strand. After all, one of the top ways newcomers learn about our ...

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Fall Festivals You Must Check Out in Myrtle Beach

When the kids start heading back to school and the cooler weather creeps in, what a great time to plan a fall getaway.  Head to Ocean Reef Resort in Myrtle Beach and enjoy the smaller crowds, cooler temps and more money in your pocketbook.  If you do plan a trip, make sure to add these great events to your calendar. Atalaya Arts &...

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Are Any Events Being Held in the Myrtle Beach Area Over Labor Day Weekend?

A product of the American labor movement that became an official federal holiday in 1894, Labor Day was created to honor the countless contributions that the American workforce has made to our nation’s well-being. And, considering that the holiday is meant to recognize Americans’ hard work, it’s hard to imagine...

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5 Beach Games That Will Stoke Your Competitive Spirit in the Sand

We all know that the beach is a great place to kick back, relax and soak up some sunshine — and many would argue that it’s most enjoyable when doing next to nothing all day. But for those whose competitive spirits accompany them nearly everywhere they go, the beach’s soft sands can also serve as a natural...

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