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Sip This Signature Cocktail During Your Grand Strand Getaway

New Orleans has the Hurricane, Singapore has the Singapore Sling, and Havana has the Mojito — so why shouldn’t the Grand Strand have its own signature cocktail? As a matter of fact, it does. And while the “Myrtle Mule” may not be a real thing yet (that we’re aware of, anyway), there is a drink that’s exclusive to ...

Spend a Memorable Memorial Day on the Grand Strand

Viewed by many as the unofficial start to summer, each year’s Memorial Day weekend sees Americans from coast to coast gather with friends and family to commemorate those who died protecting our nation’s freedoms. And in what just might be the most fitting way to pay tribute to the sacrifices made by the United States’ military heroes, most...

Make Your Anniversary Absolutely Amazing With a Grand Strand Getaway

Whether you’re looking to spice up the usual anniversary routine (because, let’s face it, you’re probably not the only one thinking that the go-to gift, dinner and a movie routine is getting a little tired) or you want to mark a particularly pertinent anniversary year in style (because, of course, any milestone year ending in a 5 or 0 is...

Plan the Perfect Weekend Getaway for Your Grand Strand-Loving Husband

With its 60-plus miles of beautiful Atlantic coastline, abundance of comfortable (and affordable) accommodations, and long list of family-friendly activities and attractions, the Grand Strand has something for everyone to enjoy. So, no matter who you’ve got in your vacation crew, you’re covered here — and you can rest assured that visitors...

Unforgettable: Catch a Can’t-Miss Concert During Your Grand Strand Getaway

Research has found that hearing your favorite music is one of the most powerful ways to spark fond memories from your past. For example, listening to a classic summer song that played often during a memorable beach trip might instantly usher in memories of toes in the sand and good times spent on the shoreline. Hearing the tune that served as the...

Planning Late? Don’t Let It Keep You From a Great Spring Break

Want to enjoy an epic spring break getaway, but running short on time for all the planning needed? No need to worry — thanks to the impressive list of easy-to-reach attractions on the Grand Strand and the prime oceanfront location of Myrtle Beach’s Caribbean Resort & Villas, your planning just...

6 Ways to Take a Healthy Getaway on the Grand Strand

While it can be easy to set aside your healthy habits when taking a vacation — which is perfectly acceptable, of course, since giving yourself a break from the usual routine is one of the keys to a revitalizing getaway — on the Grand Strand, there are also plenty of opportunities for those looking to stay the course to maintain a healthful...

4 Rocking Reasons to Visit Myrtle Beach in the Spring

While summertime may be the most popular time of year for vacationers to visit the Grand Strand, seasoned travelers and locals know an insider’s secret that the peak-season crowds may not always be privy to — springtime on the Grand Strand is hard to beat. If you’re looking to put a future beach getaway on the calendar to help you power...

Cool New Penguin Exhibit Planned at Ripley’s Aquarium

Boasting attractions such as a 750,000-gallon shark tank, an Indo-Pacific coral reef brimming with brightly colored tropical fish, and a hands-on multimedia playground where guests can learn about (and even touch) fascinating creatures the likes of horseshoe crabs, Myrtle Beach’s Ripley’s Aquarium has already made a huge splash among families...