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Attraction Spotlight: The Gay Dolphin Gift Cove

September 11, 2024 | If you’ve ever been to Myrtle Beach, then you’ve been to the Gay Dolphin Gift Cove; a sprawling oceanfront gift shop that features the largest inventory of collectible items and fun Myrtle Beach souvenirs. While the Gay Dolphin is familiar as a boardw …

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Capturing the Perfect Myrtle Beach Photo: Tips From The Pros

September 10, 2024 | Cute babies happily playing on the Grand Strand sand with pails and shovels, a child trying skimboarding for the first time, a couple capturing their Myrtle Beach romance: they’re all special occasions that deserve to be documented in photos. Achiev …

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Native American History in Myrtle Beach

September 9, 2024 | When thinking about the history of the Grand Strand, many minds immediately go back to the days of plantation owners and slavery. While that is understandable, as we are reminded of plantation history through attractions such as Brookgreen Gardens, Hopese …

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#SaveThePelicans

September 6, 2024 | The Myrtle Beach Pelicans are more than just a baseball team—they are a beloved cornerstone of the community, where families like Janet’s have worked together for years, where Chris and Melissa’s son found a place to belong, and where people lik …

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Shining the Spotlight on Local Products from the Myrtle Beach Area

September 4, 2024 | The Grand Strand is home to over 300,000 people, many of which are business owners with creativity and motivated mindsets. Several business owners from the Grand Strand have created successful products that can be found in stores regionally or nationwide. …

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Top 5 Reasons to Choose Myrtle Beach Over Disney World

August 31, 2024 | You know the song: “M-I-C … K-E-Y …M-O-U-S-E!” Now discover why others are singing a different vacation tune: “M-Y-R…T-L-E … B-E-A-C-H!” Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, has been named America’s no. 1 family vacation destination by various …

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Fun Facts About the Myrtle Beach SkyWheel

August 26, 2024 | If you’re looking for things to do in Myrtle Beach for an upcoming vacation, the SkyWheel has likely appeared on every best-of list you’ve found. That’s because the massive observation wheel is one of the top attractions in the Grand Strand. This co …

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13 Reasons to Visit Myrtle Beach in the Fall

August 15, 2024 | If you can’t stand the heat…visit Myrtle Beach in the fall! While a majority of Myrtle Beach visitors book their hotels from May to August, many other vacationers wait out the summer and book their hotel during the “off-season.” Most people who ar …

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Hotels Near the Myrtle Beach SkyWheel

August 13, 2024 | Book a stay at one of these oceanfront hotels near the Myrtle Beach SkyWheel to enjoy accommodations close to this iconic landmark and plenty of vacation fun. Similar to a Ferris wheel but significantly taller, this architectural wonder stands at almost 2 …

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5 Great Day Trips from Myrtle Beach

August 12, 2024 | Many people who visit Myrtle Beach may not ever want to leave, but if you’re staying for a while, why not take a fun day trip to a nearby city or town? There are many places within a short distance from Myrtle Beach that are worth visiting for a day (or …

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Barefoot Landing Welcomes New Waterfront Restaurant

May 20, 2024 | Big Chill Island House, boasting 370 seats and stunning Intracoastal Waterway views, has officially opened its doors at Barefoot Landing. The menu features fresh, local seafood alongside innovative culinary creations and classic American favorites. Diners …

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Myrtle Beach Hotels on The Strip

April 24, 2024 | Myrtle Beach hotels on The Strip provide some of the best accommodations in the area. The Strip, as it is known to longtime beachgoers, comprises the downtown area of Myrtle Beach along Ocean Boulevard. This area from 9th Avenue North to 4th Avenue South …

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