Top attractions for your Myrtle Beach vacation
June 28, 2010 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Travel
Myrtle Beach is one of the best places you can visit and you go here to relax with all of your family members. Here then is a list of great things to do and why we like these activities and places – they are not too expensive and are an ideal way to spend your time on your south carolina vacation.
There are about 30 thousand residents at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and they really enjoy the tourists. These residents open their hearts and doors to the millions of visitors who come for their Myrtle Beach vacation every single yearNorth Myrtle Beach Waves
From the beautiful beaches to the lovely golf courses, a Myrtle Beach vacation will provide you with an astounding number and quality of things to do.
This is the most exhaustive list of the favorite things to do on your South Carolina Vacation at Myrtle Beach:
Beaches and Water Sports in South Carolina
1. The Beaches of Myrtle Beach – obviously!!
There are more than 50 miles of beaches that provide hundreds of, if not more, beautiful relaxing spots to throw in your and enjoy the water and the weather. Regardless of the fact if you are just a short term visitor or a deep swimmer the sea or just a lounger you will definitely know that this is a paradise within a few hours of staying here.
2.North Myrtle Beach Waves
The North Myrtle Beach Waves waterpark provides tourists with water sports ranging from rafting to wave pools almost anything in between – just too many activities. If you kids with you, you can partake in the Bubble Bay with almost a 800 gallon volcano of water that will soak all the guests every few minutes.
You can find more information at http://www.myrtlewaves.com/
Myrtle Waves Water Park is located at the corner of 10th Ave N. & Hwy 17 Bypass near Broadway at the Beach. Our address is 3000 Mr. Joe White Ave (10th Ave N), Myrtle Beach, SC 29577.
They usually have special deals going on so check their website often.
Special discounts for groups. Admission fees are $24.95 for 7-54yrs, $14 for 3-6yrs and 55yrs and above. Admission for children younger than 3yrs is free.
3. Deep Sea Salt Water Fishing
The Sea Note Sport-Fishing Charters offers a complete guide with licensing and tackle included that allows you to enjoy a great and enjoyment full day of some deep-sea fishing along with all it’s fun and frolic. You can catch a big one while you are fishing there but be sure to take a photo
You can find more information at
Sea Note Sport Fishing Charter, Sea Note Sportfishing Charters
324 Flagstone Dr
Myrtle Beach, SC
riv29588-6104
Phone: (843) 655-3372
4.Apache Pier
Whether you plan to fish from the East Coast’s Longest Pier, relax on the beach, dance to nightly live entertainment, have a bite to eat at our oceanfront restaurant, enjoy Sunday services over the sound of the surf, or cruise the Strand on your Harley, you’re sure to have a memorable camping vacation!
Apache pier is the longest pier on the east coast. Many nights in the summer they have live entertainment. You can rent fishing polls and fish, or our favorite activity is watching to see what the people catch. You can see dolphins, sting rays and jelly fish in the water. They have a small arcade for the children to collect tickets and buy prizes. Very inexpensive.
During the summer season, the Apache Pier hosts lots of live entertainment every night from the beach and dance music events to the line dancing events and even the all fun karaoke. The entertainment is very family and kid friendly and ensures that there are a lot of dancers and singers drawn into the crown. Seasonally, you will find several games such as pool etc.and activities for kids like tie dye crafts and the most famous of all – the fishing tournaments.
You can find more information at
http://www.apachefamilycampground.com/ or call them at
Toll Free: 800-553-1749
Local: 843-449-7323
5. Barefoot landing
Barefoot landing is situated along the famous Intra Coastal Waterway in North Myrtle Beach – this great and scenic place combines the beauty and the nature with fun and the excitement of dining, shopping and lots and lots of entertainment along with special events for the whole of the family. Waterfowl on their migratory paths, the very exotic fishes and all the wildlife call Barefoot Landing their home. This is one of the best places for your myrtle beach vacation.
The landing also has a lot of shopping, restaurants, attractions, and the famous Rocking Chairs to sit and enjoy the lovely waterway. Sometimes you may see crocodiles or you could feed the fishes, or even ride a full size carousel. While you rock on your chair, you will see people sing and even dance.
The boardwalk is a really great place to stroll and the dock feels like an old fishing village.
Barefoot Landing is situated near some of the best North Myrtle Beach hotels and accommodations and that includesBarefoot Resort & Golf along with it’s vast selection of condos and beautiful golf courses.
Family Activities and Dining
1. Family Kingdom Amusement Park
When on your south carolina vacation, it is recommended to set aside a day or two to visit the Family Kingdom. Here you can ride the roller coasters or take a spin on the Ferris wheel and taste many of the traditional southern food and you can then close the day splashing in the water park.
2. Ripley’s Aquarium
When you go to the Ripley’s Aquarium you can see live sharks, dolphins, sting rays and so many other marine species. Here you can get experience touching the sting rays and horseshoe crabs. If you are really up for it and are bold enough you can even sleep with the sharks.
3. Great Family Dining and Live Entertainment
Take a step back in time and make dinner a “knight” to remember at the Medieval Times Dinner and Theater. Enjoy an exciting evening of quality family entertainment set in the Middle ages. From spectacular horsemanship to thrilling swordplay, you’ll be delighted as you savor a four-course banquet served by your personal serf or a wench.
4.River City Cafe in Myrtle Beach
This is a resturaunt that is highly recommended by locals in Myrtle Beach. It’s a great place where you actually your name on the walls – Perfect fries and cheeseburgers – probably the best in Myrtle beach. The dress code is relaxed and fun. You can either eat on the patio or inside the restaurant. For all the fun, the place is quite inexpensive.
5.Dixie Stampede
The Dixie Stampede is a dinner show with live horses on an indoor ring. This is the best show you will see in Myrtle Beach. During the day you can go and visit each of the horses in outside stalls and take pictures. During the show the dinner is served without silverware, and the food is awesome. All families will enjoy this outing. This place is relatively expensive but a fantastic place that you must visit.
6.The Carolina Roadhouse
This restuaraunt is one of the best resturaunts in Myrtle Beach. The best dinner rolls anywhere.
A little upscale, but not to be missed.
7.Nagato Japanese Steak House
Nagatos is an excellent cook at your table Steak House. If you have never been to a resturaunt where the food is cooked in front of you, now is the time to try it. They usually oopen at 4pm, which starts an early bird special. Your family will enjoy the entertaining cooks, along with the outstanding food. You will not regret this dinner and entertainment choice.
8.Hard Rock Cafe and Broadway at the Beach
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Hard Rock Cafe is shaped like a pyramid. Lots of stuff to see, although the music is a little loud. The food is okay, but the decorations are a must see. This is located at Broadway at the Beach, which is a huge shopping complex/imax theater/ Ripleys aquarium( this is good too, but pricey)/ adventure golf.
If you go to myrtle beach, gotta see it. It is really one of the most spectacular Hard Rock Cafe’s in the world.
Golf and Sports
1. Myrtle Beach Golf/Golf Capital of the South
Seeking the perfect course, or a tournament to enjoy? Myrtle Beach is the place to be! Spend a day on the greens at one of the myriad of professionally designed courses.
2. Safari Jeep Tours
Safari Jeep Tours is another don’t-miss activity. Embark on an adventure that lets you delve into local history, nature, wildlife and more on this three and a half hour tour.
Now that you know all about the excellent things to do and see in Myrtle Beach, you probably want to visit. Check out Myrtle Beach vacation rentals or hotels for cozy accommodations throughout your stay.
3. Wacama zoo
Wacamaw Zoo is a Do Not Miss, if you love animals. It is off the beaten path and very “mom and pop” . Many peacocks roam the property. You can feed some of the animals and is one of the best kept secrets in Myrtle Beach. ( extremely inexpensive and is a good ay out of the sun. Mostly Shaded)
Nascar Speed Park
The Nascar Speed Park has a lot of racing for kids of all “sizes”. They also have an arcade. It is a fun stop. It is a little pricey.
Cultural Activities
1. Historical Sites and Cultural Activities
Whether you prefer the blues or jazz, art museums or shag dance championships, there are many activities for culture fanatics as well.
2. Go to historic charleton for the day
It is about 1.5 hours south of myrtle beach. You park in Historic Charleston and choose a tour. These tours cost about $12 per person, but they are airconditioned, guided and allow some drop-off time to explore the city on foot. The narrated tours are excellent and worth the drive. You can also tour a battleship which is close by and well worth it, if you have never been to charleston. This will take up the entire day so plan ahead. Do not miss Charleton if you go to myrtle beach.
Shopping
And there’s a shop for everyone! From outlet malls to specialty shops and flea markets, you are certain to discover something you’d like to take home as a memento of your vacation.
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Myrtle Beach Fourth of July 2010 Events
June 27, 2010 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Travel
The truly incredible thing about a holiday in the Grand Strand is you can always find amazing fireworks no issue what area you are located. Listed here is a sample of the best spots to view the sky light up this specific July 4th:
North Myrtle Beach
- Cherry Grove pier, 3500 N. Ocean Blvd., fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
- Broadway at the Beach, in between 21st and 29th avenues North on U.S. 17 Bypass, fireworks start at 10 p.m.
From: 6/1/2010 to: 8/31/2010
Weekly Fireworks spectacular every Tuesday night over Lake Broadway
This is a “Kid Friendly” Event
Location: Hwy 17 Bypass Between 21st and 28th Ave North
Phone: 843-444-3200
Web: www.BroadwayAtTheBeach.com
- BB&T Coastal Field, 1251 21st Avenue North
Organization: Myrtle Beach Pelicans
From: 7/4/2010 to: 7/4/2010
Time: 9:30 PM
Firework Display following Pelicans game
This is a “Kid Friendly” Event
Location: BB&T Coastal Field, 1251 21st Ave North
Phone: 843-918-6015
Web: www.myrtlebeachpelicans.com
- The Market Common, Valor Park on Farrow Parkway, 9 p.m. fireworks as part of the Italian Festival
Organization: Valor Park
From: 7/4/2010 to: 7/4/2010
Time: 9:00 PM
Fireworks display at Valor Park
This is a “Kid Friendly” Event
Location: Farrow Parkway on old Airforce Base
Phone: 843-839-3500
Web: www.MarketCommonEvents.com
- Le Grand Cirque Adrenaline
Organization: The Palace Theatre
From: 2/2/2010 to: 10/15/2010
This all new production for Myrtle Beach is perfect for the entire family. Featuring all new acts including the not to be missed “Wheel of Death,” the most dangerous act on Earth, Le Grand Cirque Adrenaline is the must see show for 2010.
This is a “Kid Friendly” Event
Location: 1420 Celebrity Circle Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
Phone: 843-448-9224
Web: www.palacetheatremyrtlebeach.com
- FIREWORKS – 2ND AVENUE PIER
Organization: City of Myrtle Beach
From: 7/4/2010 to: 7/4/2010
Fireworks display from second Avenue Pier
Location: 2nd Avenue Pier – Ocean Boulevard
Phone: 843-918-1000
Web: www.cityofmyrtlebeach.com
Surfside Beach
- Surfside Beach pier, Surfside Drive and Ocean Boulevard, 9:15 p.m. fireworks with live entertainment from 6 to 9 p.m. and free ice cream, watermelon and inflatables for the kids
Murrells Inlet
Veterans Pier, behind the MarshWalk in Murrells Inlet, fireworks begin at 10 p.m.
Myrtle Beach Insider’s Tip: My family will be enjoying the 4th of July Boat Parade in Murrell’s Inlet on the MarshWalk and returning for the fireworks at dark.

- Image by Randy’s World (Kinda) via Flickr
- Murrells Inlet 4th of July Boat Parade
Organization: Murrells Inlet Boat Parade, Inc.
From: 7/4/2010 to: 7/4/2010
Time: 1:00 AM to 3:00 AM
Come and enjoy Murrells Inlet and show your American Pride. Watch from the Marsh Walk or enter a boat and participate. Great family entertainment.
This is a “Kid Friendly” Event
Location: Along the Marshwalk in Murrells Inlet
Phone: 843-652-4236
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Wyndham Ocean Boulevard in North Myrtle Beach Travel Deal
June 2, 2010 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Myrtle Beach Vacation, Q&A
Wyndham Ocean Boulevard-Oceanfront Hotel Myrtle Beach Vacation by Family Kingdom Waterpark
May 26, 2010 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Featured
BOOK NOW: www.extraholidays.com Beachside Paradise with Award-Winning Flair. Wyndham Ocean Boulevard, located in North Myrtle Beach, blends stylish retro art deco design with modern beachside amenities and activities. This award-winning resort is close to many of Myrtle Beachs most popular attractions, and has a big variety of on-site pleasures to make your beachside vacation complete. Wyndham Ocean Boulevard is close to many of Myrtle Beach’s most popular attractions and has a big variety of on-site pleasures to make your beachside vacation complete. The resort features three outdoor and two indoor swimming pools, six outdoor and two indoor hot tubs and an outdoor children’s pool offering countless ways to soak, relax, splash and play the days away. There’s also a fitness center, tanning beds, game room and playground. A large variety of daily activities for kids (and adults too) offer limitless fun for the entire family. The Myrtle Beach area is all about the beaches, delectable foods, fun-filled amusement parks and some of the finest unique shopping venues. You will find lively nightlife for the adults including live theater performances, adventurous water sports for the whole family and fishing in an area where you can also learn all about history at the same time. This property is just minutes away from Ripley’s Aquarium and Barefoot Landing. Enjoy high-energy entertainment, comedy, and dancing from rock ‘n’ roll to Broadway at the Carolina Opry, or just keep it …
Shopping Attractions in Myrtle Beach
April 24, 2010 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Directory Listing
Shopping
Broadway at the Beach
1325 Celebrity Cir, Myrtle Beach, SC
843-444-3200
This large complex has a huge selection of shops and restaurants along with movie theaters, nightclubs, and Ripley’s Aquarium.
The Market Common
3410-A Phillis Boulevard, Myrtle Beach, SC
843-839-3500
Market Common is Myrtle Beach’s newest shopping center. Over 30 shops and a wide selection of restaurants are ready for visitors.
Tanger Outlets
10835 Kings Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC
4635 Factory Stores Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC
843-449-0491
Over 100 popular brand-name stores are in each of these two upscale outlet centers. Shop a huge selection with unbelievable prices!
Coastal Grand Mall
2000 Coastal Grand Cir, Myrtle Beach, SC
843-839-9100
Conveniently close to the center of Myrtle Beach, Coastal Grand has 170 stores, restaurants, and a movie theatre!
Colonial Mall/Myrtle Beach Mall
10177 N Kings Hwy # 11A, Myrtle Beach, SC
843-272-4040
Myrtle Beach Mall has a wide selection of stores, restaurants, a movie theatre, and a huge Bass Pro Shop!
Barefoot Landing
4898 Highway 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC
843-272-8349
Barefoot Landing North Myrtle Beach’s home for shopping and dining and is convenient to Alabama Theatre and the House of Blues.
Inlet Square Mall
10125 Highway 17 Byp, Murrells Inlet, SC
843-651-6990
Convenient to the southern end of Myrtle Beach and Murrells Inlet, Inlet Square has a selection of stores and restaurants everyone will enjoy!
Directory of Activities in and around Myrtle Beach
April 24, 2010 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Directory Listing
Activities to do in Myrtle Beach
Apache Pier
At Apache Family Campground
9700 Kings Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC
843-449-7323
Fish from the East Coast’s longest wooden fishing pier! A full bait & tackle shop is at the end of the pier. Open every day.
Cherry Grove Pier
500 N Ocean Blvd, North Myrtle Beach, SC
843-249-1625
This 985-foot fishing pier is the home to many record catches! A full-service tackle shop is on location, and no fishing license is required.
Capt. Smiley’s Fishing Charters
843-361-7445
Offering full-day and half-day inshore guided fishing charters and sightseeing tours. Equipment and fishing license included. Catch flounder, trout, redfish and more!
Downwind Watersports
843-448-7245
Enjoy the beach in a whole new way! Offering parasail rides, jetski rentals, sailboats, ocean kayak rides, and banana boats.
Island Song Boat Tours
843-467-7088
Serene boat tours of the Intracoastal Waterway, Little River Inlet, and Atlantic Ocean. Sunset tours, private rentals, and wedding packages available!
Ripley’s Aquarium
In Broadway at the Beach
1110 Celebrity Cir, Myrtle Beach, SC
800-734-8888
An 87,000 square-foot aquarium. Guests can travel through an underwater glass walkway and enjoy hands-on exhibits!
Waccatee Zoo
8500 Enterprise Rd, Myrtle Beach, SC
843-650-8500
A privately owned 500-acre nature themed zoo with over 100 species of animals and winding trails through the beautiful surroundings.
Alligator Adventure
4604 Highway 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC
843-361-0789
Guests can view over 800 alligators, the world’s largest crocodile, 37 species of snakes, lizards, turtles, exotic birds, and more!
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Brookgreen Gardens
1939 Brookgreen Dr, Murrells Inlet, SC
800-849-1931
This beautifully landscaped 9200-acre garden and preserve contains over 900 sculptures, year-round blooms, and animal exhibits.
Long Bay Symphony Orchestra
1551 21st Ave N Ste 10, Myrtle Beach, SC
843-448-8379
The Long Bay Symphony has been the Grand Strand’s professional orchestra for over twenty years. Come enjoy beautiful music!
TIGERS Preservation Station
4898 Highway 17 S North Myrtle Beach, SC
In Barefoot Landing
843-361-4552
A conservation program for tigers, this exhibit allows viewings of rare tigers and tiger cubs. Get your picture taken with the animals!
NMB Aquatic and Fitness Center
1100 2nd Ave S
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
843-281-3737
The Aquatic and Fitness Center offers a lap pool, therapy pool, gym equipment, free weights, and children’s activities. Visitors welcome for a $10 daily fee.
Entertainment and Amusement in Myrtle Beach
April 24, 2010 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Directory Listing
Entertainment
The Carolina Opry
8901-A N. Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC
800-843-6779
A live entertainment variety show with a talented cast of musicians, singers, dancers, and comedians. Shows sell out nightly!
Le Grande Cirque Adrenaline
In the Palace Theatre
1420 Celebrity Cir, Myrtle Beach, SC
800-905-4228
Come see over 40 acrobats and performers put on an electrifying live show. 2010 will feature all-new acts and the “Wheel of Death,” the most dangerous act yet.
ONE the Show
In the Alabama Theatre
4750 Highway 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC
800-342-2262
Myrtle Beach visitors and locals voted One The Show #1! Back for its ninth year, One The show features hit rock, pop, and country songs along with a stunning presentation from Mary Poppins, the hit Broadway Disney musical.
House of Blues
4640 Highway 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC
843-272-3000
An entertainment and concert venue with dinner shows and performances from the hottest world-famous bands on tour through Myrtle Beach.
Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede
8901 Highway 17 North, Myrtle Beach, SC
800-433-4401
A country-themed fun for the whole family dinner show with live performances, juggling, games and animal tricks. A full 4-course meal is included!
Good Vibrations
At the Carolina Opry
8901-A N. Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC
800-843-6779
Tour the 60s, 70s, and 80s in this retro show! Talented Carolina Opry performers present musical performances from your favorite decades.
Legends in Concert
301 Business Hwy 17 South, Surfside Beach, SC
800-960-7469
In this live tribute show, talented performers recreate the experience of a concert with musical legends like Elvis, Garth Brooks, and Diana Ross.
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament
2904 Fantasy Way, Myrtle Beach, SC
843-236-8080
Travel back to the middle ages with this spectacular dinner show! Enjoy a full-course meal while knights in armor joust on Andalusian stallions.
Amusement
301 3rd Ave S, Myrtle Beach, SC
843-626-3447
A beachfront amusement park with a wooden roller coaster and South Carolina’s largest ferris wheel. Named 5th best amusement park in the nation
Pavilion Nostalgia Park
In Broadway at the Beach
1325 Celebrity Cir, Myrtle Beach, SC
The Pavilion lives on! Classic rides and attractions are open to anyone wanting to relive their favorite Pavilion memories.
Myrtle Waves Water Park
3000 10th Avenue Ext N, Myrtle Beach, SC
843-913-9260
South Carolina’s largest water park includes a huge wave pool, lazy river, chutes, slides, and much more for your summer enjoyment.
NASCAR Speedpark
1820 21st Ave N, Myrtle Beach, SC
843-918-8725
Satisfy the need for speed with 7 miniature racecear tracks, kiddie rides, bumper boats, and appearances by NASCAR drivers.
Freestyle Music Park
211 George Bishop Pkwy
Myrtle Beach, SC
(843) 236-7625
Enjoy rides like the Time Machine Roller Coaster and other musical attractions at this 55-acre music theme park! Genres of music from the 60s to today will accompany thrilling rides and attractions.
Beach Vacation Rentals North Myrtle SC Beach House Vacation Rentals South Carolina – VRBO/260549
April 17, 2010 by Anwar Mehdi
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Want GREAT Cherry Grove Beach Winter Vacation Rentals SC?? North Myrtle South Carolina VRBO
April 15, 2010 by Anwar Mehdi
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www.vrbo.com Indian Summer beach house is one of the North Myrtle Beach House rentals that is located in the Cherry Grove SC section. This 3 bedroom 2 bath home accommodates 11 people. The beach house vacation rental has a fully equipped kitchen with microwave, dishwasher, blender, toaster oven, and coffeemaker. Other amenities included are a washer, dryer, 4 TVs, 3 VCRs, games, books & puzzles for the kids and adults. Additionally, the full 26 ft sundeck is ready for your great picnics or tanning adventures. The north myrtle beach house rental location is only a one minute walk to the beach, grocery store, laundromat, restaurant, ice cream or teeshirt shop. In addition, Cherry Grove Pier is a mere ten minute walk. You no longer have to look at other beach house vacation rentals. Why don’t you let this be your vacation house with its very affordable price? Come see the spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean and experience the true uniqueness of North Myrtle Beach. Besides the summer beach house rentals, we offer excellent 2-nite winter rates from Oct thru Apr. Please go to the website for more info or to see the vacation times available. Don’t you deserve a great vacation now?? www.vrbo.com – created at animoto.com
Myrtle Beach Vacation Spots – more than just a beach
April 10, 2010 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Travel
Myrtle Beach has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, but a Myrtle Beach Vacation does not only mean lounging on a beach – there is so much to do for you and your family.
Medieval Times at Myrtle Beach
While you are on your South Carolina Vacation – you must make it a point to visit Medieval Times at Myrtle Beach – This place will take you back in time to a different era. One’s vacation in Myrtle Beach is not complete until one visits this spectacular entertainment show which happens live and has some of the most amazing special effects you will see and some real competitions. For more than 25 years Medieval Times and the nine castles that it operates all over the world has entertained people with their Hollywood style presentations. They have very authentic medieval tournaments – this place will take you back to the 11th century.
With your colorful coat of arms, you will sit in one of the many areas of their massive arena. And you can enjoy the four-meal course that is for royalty – and you will be implored to cheer for the knight that is wearing your coat of arms fighting for you. Before the main event, you can enjoy some beautiful stallions that are displayed and some of the other smaller shows that are staged before the evening’s joust.
The excitement of all this will rise as you feast on a four course meal while you enjoying the fight for the title of champion – so you can honor your knight.
Fishing on your Myrtle Beach Vacation
Going fishing on a Myrtle Beach Vacation is very fun and it be done either off-shore or on-shore, just depends on what is more convenient for you. The channels and the creeks that go into Atlantic Ocean are mostly salt water based and hence Myrtle Beach is popular for saltwater fishing – not as much for freshwater fishing.
For this fishing trip, you will need a pyramid shaped weight to keep your rig based on the bottom with a very different type of bait and tackle and since this salt water we are talking about here you must remember to rinse your reel with the fresh water every time it is used to prevent damage. The common kinds of fishes you can expect to catch here are flounder, pompano, whiting, spot, bluefish and the channel bass- there are plenty of catches here because of the surf and because of the beach is accessible throughout the year.
The months of the fall season is usually a good time for fishing since it is less humid and is considered. You will see that deep-sea fishing at the Myrtle Beach area is a thrilling experience and a great adventure. You should know that some of the biggest and most well known fish catches can be traced to Myrtle Beach area – it is not surprising as the fishing is so great here.
Fishing on your Myrtle Beach vacation can be an enjoyable experience.
Visit Myrtle Beach Parks on your South Carolina Vacation
You can enjoy a great family picnic in some of the most scenic parks and recreational facilities on your Myrtle Beach Vacation. There are beautiful parks where you can experience a relaxing bike ride or enjoy some action packed horseback riding along the numerous nature trails and bike trails.
You can also find several baseball fields and tennis courts in most of these parks and there are recreational facilities were you can enjoy a game with your family and your friends. For the children there are Myrtle Beach parks like Hill Street Park that offer playgrounds and other activities.
For those sports fans, the J. Bryan Ford Recreation Center has four soccer and baseball and softball fields, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, roller hockey rink, four tennis courts and more. There are many parks that allow you to set up your tent and enjoy a great camping experience. There is plenty to do while on vacation in Myrtle Beach – other than just lounging around on it’s beautiful beaches.
Go Shopping at Myrtle Beach
You might feel your stay is too short once you get a chance to see the wide variety of shopping options available at Myrtle Beach. From shopping malls to factory outlets and even flea markets, Myrtle Beach is full of interesting places to purchase anything you can imagine. Delight in beautiful store windows and visit quaint shops along the miles and miles of boardwalk shopping that awaits avid shoppers. Or, you can go treasure hunting at one of Myrtle Beach’s fascinating flea markets.
Shopping venues in North, South and Centr
al Myrtle Beach can also be enjoyed when barefoot. And , you certainly can’t miss the endless streets of Grand Strand shopping communities like Little River, Windy Hill, Crescent Beach, Ocean Drive and Murells Inlet. There’s a special store that’s waiting for you in each of these small towns along the sixty-mile stretch of sandy beaches. Plus, you don’t have to worry about the non-shoppers; they’ll have plenty to do on the beach, golf courses or excellent amusement parks that can be found on Myrtle Beach.
These are some of the best know shopping places in Myrtle Beach area:













