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What You Need for a Day at the Beach

Everything You Need for a Day at the Beach Heading to the beach for a day requires a few items, but it does not require renting a U-Haul to get them all there. Outings on the Grand Strand’s beautiful beaches are what make Myrtle Beach vacations so memorable, and being prepared helps immensely. Armed with the “essentials” and...

Round up These Beach Reads for Fall

If there’s one part of uncertainty when packing for a fall beach trip, it should never be your beach read. A beach read is as essential as flip-flops and a beach towel. Tucking away that book you’ve wanted to delve into, but life keeps getting in the way? That’s how you know your packing is complete. We reveal a short list of books...

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The Book on Myrtle Beach for Independence Day Fun

There are plenty of options for fireworks in Myrtle Beach on July 4. Summers include lots of shows “just because” on the Grand Strand. Time on the coast seems like a great enough reason to celebrate this way! On July 4, Myrtle Beach turns it up a notch. Here’s how to spend this holiday on the Grand Strand — plus tips for enjoying...

Summer Events Roundup for Myrtle Beach

From musical productions to fun runs to baseball, the Grand Strand has plenty going on this summer. Myrtle Beach’s favorite team, the Pelicans, will host a series with their coastal rival Charleston RiverDogs from June 23-July 3. Other series for the Pelicans this summer: Vs. Fayetteville Woodpeckers...

No Umbrellas, No Problem: Guide to Rentals in Myrtle Beach

Underpack even once for a beach trip, and it’s a valuable lesson. Overpack once, and it's as valuable. Although you want to be prepared when you hit the shore, you don’t need EVERYTHING. Some things you can do without. Others, you can rent. Such as chairs and umbrellas — here’s how. Umbrellas are …...

Kick Back and Let These Restaurants Deliver to You in Myrtle Beach

Kick Back and Let These Restaurants Deliver to You in Myrtle Beach Dining in Myrtle Beach can be a cultural experience. And that’s in the few blocks around Ocean Reef Resort. A vacation destination known for its calabash seafood has lots more to offer. Especially if you’d rather not leave the resort. Here are restaurants near...

Spring Trip to the Grand Strand? Here’s What to Know

Spring Trip to the Grand Strand? Here’s What to Know What’s the matter with dreaming about spring in the winter? Every day, we’re closer to a warm weather visit to Myrtle Beach. Why not turn dreaming into planning your first trip? Here’s a step-by-step guide to making that dream a reality. From accommodations to finding a...

7 Best Bike Paths to Ride in Myrtle Beach

7 Best Bike Paths to Ride in Myrtle Beach Ready to ride? Make sure to bring your bike with you next time you visit Myrtle Beach. Especially in the offseason, the air is cool, and the paths are clear to get your miles in. The Grand Strand boasts a wealth of places to ride. ...

Things to Play as a Family on the Beach (or at Your Resort)

Things to Play as a Family on the Beach (or at Your Resort) Parasailing? An absolute blast. The same can be said for kayaking the salt marsh, deep-sea fishing, and riding SkyWheel at night. But you don't have to go to such extremes to find fun on your Myrtle Beach vacation. A perk of staying in a Brittain Resort is ... staying in....

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