Ah, Myrtle Beach. So many people think of spring break, crazy teens, wild parties, and basic juvenile madness. Not so! A Myrtle Beach vacation can be just what the doctor ordered, especially if he ordered that you relax, enjoy yourself, and do so on a budget.
With Myrtle Beach, SC, there’s a lot more than meets the eye. Yes, there are the awesome beaches and the occasional midnight glimpse at a sea turtle which will astound just about anyone. But there’s also amazing food, fantastic shopping, great golf courses, and all manner of fishing from deep sea to freshwater.
Bring the kids on your Myrtle Beach vacation — there are water parks and amusement parks for all to enjoy, whether you drop the older kids off there or make it a family event.
The Grand Strand is literally where it’s at: from food to nightlife to entertainment and beyond. This stretch of beach goes for more than 60 uninterrupted miles, every single one of which is rich with some fare or another.
While most like to think of “fun in the sun,” Myrtle Beach is quite lovely in the fall and winter months, offering sandy beaches to walk barefoot on and plenty of shopping at outlet malls for those interested in high end labels with the right price tag attached.
Of course, no Myrtle Beach vacation is complete without a visit to the Myrtle Beach Promenade and boardwalk. Sure, you’ll get the amazing view of the coastline from the boardwalk, but you’ll get the best of activities on the promenade, which is always aflutter with special events, entertainment, and things to do. There’s always something for people of every age; whether it’s a festive street carnival for the little ones or an outdoor music venue for adults, all of this and everything in between is available at the Promenade and boardwalk.
There are always vacation packages available to Myrtle Beach, some better than others to be sure. For the best value in family vacation packages to the area, contact the Sea Mist Oceanfront Resort and ask about the “Family Value Package.” For those traveling couples, look into the “Sunday Super” package available from Paradise Resort — this deal offers a 40% discount if you begin your stay on a Sunday and stay for at least four consecutive nights. And for those looking for the all-around deal, the Palace Resort offers discounts of up to 25% based on season, and always gives its guests the benefit of a special vacationer’s card that allows visitors to enjoy shopping, restaurants, and other local attractions at a discounted price.
When you make the decision to take a Myrtle Beach vacation try and narrow down what you’d like to do there — whether it’s a golf vacation, an anniversary weekend, or a longer family fun park vacation, there’s so much to do. Sit down and make a Top 10 list — of course you’ll have to include the promenade and a nighttime walk on the boardwalk no matter what, but beyond that, prioritize wisely so you get the best of the beach and a taste of the South too.
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