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Myrtle Beach,
South Carolina
Trying to decide where to vacation as a California family that’s fun, unique, and has something for every person in the family? Do you want value, quality, choices, safety, and excitement, all wrapped into one vacation? No it isn’t impossible but you need to be in on the east coast’s best kept secret. Actually on the east coast it’s no secret. In fact some families go back year after year after year. For some it’s a tradition like an annual trip to Martha’s Vineyard or Cape Cod. The good news is that now the news is out. But don’t tell everyone. More than 13 million people from around the world are visiting Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. One visit and you’ll know exactly why it’s the fastest growing, beachside resort community along the eastern seaboard. Sure California has the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Southern California has warm ocean water, (well sort of) Carmel has a white sand beach, and San Francisco has a wax museum but nothing compares to all Myrtle Beach has wrapped into one perfect family vacation destination, all located on a beautiful 60 mile stretch of white sandy beaches with the tropically warm, gentle Atlantic beckoning to surfers and boogie boarders and swimmers of all ages. With races cars, theaters, miniature golf, shopping, musical revues, astounding dining, first class resorts and hotels, and some of the best golf courses in the world, Myrtle Beach truly has everything an entire family could possibly desire to create the perfect family escape of a lifetime. Myrtle Beach also has ideal coastal year-round mild temperatures. Average temperatures in the spring range from 68-83 and in summer from 88-91. Even fall is spectacular with typical temperatures in the 70’s and 80’s, with even winter being mild in the 50’s and 60’s. So it truly is a perfect destination any time of year. Myrtle Beach’s Grand Stand area stretching from Pawleys Island, S.C. to Southport, N.C is home to 111 golf courses and most are family friendly with countless family tournaments and activities. One such course is River Hills Golf and Country Club. Local courses meander along saltwater marshes, the Atlantic Ocean, beautiful native forests and historic plantation. Not only does the Grand Strand offer some of the best golf courses in the world, but there are more than 1,600 restaurants, dozens of superb shopping complexes, and lively nightlife suitable for the whole family. So what kinds of things will keep the kids and teenagers happy while mom relaxes on the beach, shops, or golfs with dad? Funny you should ask… Well first off, one of Myrtle Beach’s gems is the famous Broadway on the Beach where families can dine, shop, play miniature golf or try a unique game of MagiQuest. This one-of-a-kind interactive, hands-on mystical adventure allows families to complete magical quests throughout a 20,000 ft. indoor magical kingdom, with more than 150 dazzling wand activated effects that kids, teenagers, and adults enjoy. Performing magic feats, participants progress through their adventure as their magic wands remember their accomplishments so they can return and play again and again. Also at Broadway on the Beach the family will enjoy Ripley’s Aquarium complete with dive shows, sting rays to pet, and a 330 foot underwater moving glide path. Just blocks from
“Broadway,” is a wonderful water park, Myrtle Waves where 20 acres
of rides for ages include the world’s tallest tubular slides and
complimentary tubes for all the attractions. Also in the area is the
NASCAR Speedway featuring 7 action packed tracks of NASCAR race
cars, two miniature golf courses, climbing wall, simulators, arcade,
bumper boats and lots of other fun for even the tiniest racers. Down the street on the same ocean front strip you’ll find Ripley’s Museums, theaters, and other attractions too. And if top notch musical entertainment is in order, Myrtle Beach has many choices, but Myrtle Beach’s favorite is ONE The Show. Voted number one by Myrtle Beach visitors, this showcases America’s favorite music and dance including country, Broadway, gospel, swing, bluegrass, and rock while delighting the audience with fabulous costumes, amazing production numbers, and clean family comedy that will have everyone laughing till they cry. Where to stay to access and enjoy all the fun, you ask? That’s easy with approximately 460 hotels and 60,000 rooms in the Myrtle Beach area. Many are right on the beach and offer multiple pools, private beaches, outstanding restaurants, and every desirable amenity. Two great choices are the Landmark Hotel and Sea Island on the Beach. Both offer everything a family could need for a perfect hub to explore the area or just hang out on the beach and swim or boogie board the day away. Put all of this fun together with miles of boardwalk style shops, surf shops, miles of restaurants of every kind and size, international buffets, dozens of open-all-night themed miniature golf courses, galleries, zoos, fun parks, theaters, spas, resorts, dinner theaters, and water sports and you’ve got Myrtle Beach. Imagine a cruise without the ship. So consider Myrtle Beach
when you need something “extra” out of the ordinary for your next
family destination. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina---it’s
extraordinary! Submitted by: Carmel L.
Mooney
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