Magiquest- Myrtle Beach
October 30, 2011 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Myrtle Beach Vacation
The Myrtle Beach Magiquest was opened on June 4th 2005 at Broadway, Myrtle Beach. This interactive entertainment venue is a joint venture between Burroughs & Chapin Co., Inc. of Myrtle Beach S.C. and Creative Kingdoms, LLC, of Rhode Island. It consists of live action adventure game in a fantasy world of imagination and interactive play. The players use the magic wands that contain motion sensors and an infrared light-emitting diode. The players activate the magic wand by waving and pointing it at an object. The goal is to accumulate powers and proceed to higher levels of the games.
The game objects consists of statues, ceiling tiles, animatronic chests, pictures, projection rooms and video kiosks. Most of the objects have lights and audio that turn off automatically after activation. The video kiosks and projection rooms contain touch screen video displays to interact with the system. The players not wishing to use magic wands can purchase a magical key or compass. Before starting the games, the guests receive instructions on using the quests or adventures. An instruction booklet is also supplied with the magic wand but for certain quests no booklet is supplied. A player in the Magiquest is called Magi.
Magiquest Games:
Inside the large two level room, there is a big tree house on one side, a castle structure on the other side and pathways to dark dungeons and crypts. Just near the entrance there is a Stonehenge looking structure where you will go first and frequently return to select your quests. Some quests are very simple while some others are long and complex.
Magiquest Characters:
The Quest Master: The wise and powerful Quest Master is the wizard who rules the Kingdom of Magiquest.The Quest Master provides the players the important clues to complete many quests and adventures.
Princess Candice: The Princess Candice is granddaughter of the Quest Master who knows all the secrets of the Kingdom of Magiquest.She makes healing stars in the night sky with her beautiful voice and powerful magic.
Princess Amora: She is the younger daughter of the Quest Master. She has the ability to summon creatures from the stars in the sky.
Bartholomew: He is the official record keeper and cartographer of the Feudal Realm. One of the educators at the Magi Academy.
Carren: She was an orphan in the untamed Panchaean Desert but was raised by the Bosha – a carnival-like group of Magi related to the Shadow Clan.
Gwendolyn: Gwendolyn is the Director of the Magi Academy and a member of the Magi Council. One of the premier Duelists staying in the Feudal Realm bested only by the Quest Master and Xavier.
If you complete all quests in the first volume of the Ancient Book of Wisdom you will be known as the Master Magi. Many quests can be successfully completed only through team work along with family members or friends. The Magiquest provides the participants hands on experience on logical thinking and creativity.
Kings Mountain State Park, South Carolina
October 26, 2011 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Featured
The Kings Mountain State Park is a 6,885 acres state park located in the piedmont region of South Carolina. This favorite park was largely developed by Civilian Conservation Corps of America. The park includes miles of hiking trails, campgrounds, fishing lakes, equestrian facilities.mini golf courses and Living History Farm. The farm includes gardens and animals, barn and gin, blacksmith and carpenter shop and a house.
Kings Mountain Park
Self guided tours to the farm are available on weekends during April, May, September, and October and from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The campsites in the state park are provided with tent sites, electricity and water. Sixteen miles of hiking trails are available in the Kings Mountain Park. Fishing and boating are possible in the two lakes of the park.
The campsites Cherokee and York include rustic cabins, mess house, bathhouse and therefore ideal for large groups. The park is next to the Kings Mountain National Military Park which was a site of revolutionary war battle.
The park is open to public from Monday to Sunday from 8 am to 6 pm.There is no entry fee for children below 15 years. Pets are allowed in most of the areas provided they are kept under physical restraint or on a leash below 6 feet.
Festivals and Events in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
September 21, 2011 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Activities
The Annual Loris Bog off Festival:
The 2011 Loris Bog off Festival in South Carolina will be held on October 15th 2011.Over 200 arts and crafts vendors are scheduled for this festival. There will be a free concert by Steel Magnolia and a chicken bog cooking contest is also arranged during the festival.
Alive After5 in the Celebrity Square:
Alive After5 is a free concert series held in Celebrity Square, Broadway. Every Thursday, different local bands are performed on the main stage. A part of the proceeds from beverage sales will be donated to the Myrtle Beach Performing Arts Center. The Alive After will start from September 22, 2011.
The Atalaya Arts and Crafts Festival-2011:On September 23rd the Atalaya Arts and Crafts Festival will be held at Huntington State Park. Art works of more than hundred artists will be on display at Murrells Inlet. The park is located on the south end of the Grand Strand.
The St. John’s Greek Festival-2011:
The St. John’s Greek Festival-2011 will be held on Sep-22 to Sep-24.The venue of this festival is the St. John The Baptist Greek Orthodox Church in the Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. A large number of people come out to eat the Greek foods such as home made pastries, spanikopita, Greek Salad and many more. Live Greek music and dance entertain the crowd on all days.
The Irish Italian International Festival:
This festival will be held September24th 2011 at Main Street, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The one day festival will feature live entertainment, great food, music, dance, arts and crafts to celebrate the culture of Irish Italian community.
The 4th Annual Oktoberfest:
From September30th to October 2nd, the Market Common in Myrtle Beach offers the 4th Annual Oktoberfest to enjoy a variety of German beers and wines. There will be live music, kid’s activities like pumpkin decorating, and a wonderful fireworks presentation by South Atlantic Bank.
Charleston Place Hotel, South Carolina
June 28, 2011 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Featured
The Charleston Place Hotel is located in Charleston near the old city market. This luxurious hotel is ranked as one of the best hotels in North America. The hotel is situated within walkable distance of all major Charleston attractions like museums, shopping complexes, churches etc. The Conde Nast Traveler has rated this hotel as one of the top 10 Hotels in North America. The hotel boasts the fine Italian marble lobby, 12 foot crystal chandelier and well furnished elegant suites. The hotel is just 10 miles away from the Charleston International Airport.
The visitors can undertake outdoor sports and leisure activities ranging from golf to eco adventures. They can do jogging or drive to the nearest plantations to enjoy flora and fauna.
Charleston Place Hotel Features:
Business Centre:
The business centre of the hotel has all the state-of-the-art facilities for the business and corporate events. These include photo copiers, computers, binding and finishing services and presentation materials.
Executive Rooms:
The Executive rooms resemble the early American design with either one king size bed or two double beds. The amenities in the rooms include telephones with voice mail, elegant desk and chair, hair dryer, iron and ironing boards, TV and high speed internet. The junior executive suite has king size bed with French doors that lead into a parlor. The bathrooms have Italian marbles and brass fittings.
The Chairman’s Suite:
It is located in the eighth floor of the hotel with a king size bed and a small sitting area. A spacious living and dining area has a six person dining table. The suite has a pull out sleeper sofa and large wet bar.
Presidential Suites:
The presidential suites are located in the seventh and eighth floor and measure approximately 1,200 square feet. The suite has one king size bed, six person dining table and an integrated sound system.
Club Rooms:
The club rooms are located on the top two floors of the hotel and are exclusive for the guests registered in a Club level room or Club level suite. The rooms have either a king size or double bed with a Martha occasional chair, executive desk, chair and armoire. The bathrooms have botticini marble and brass fittings. The rooms have television, telephone with voicemail and high speed internet access.
Parlor Suite:
The Parlor Suite comprises a king size room on one side and anther double bedded guest room on the other side. The living room has a dining table with eight seats. Other amenities in the parlor suite include telephone with voice messaging, TV/VCR/DVD, high speed internet, iron and ironing boards, bathrobes and hair dryer.
The Charleston Place Hotel Restaurant:
Charleston Grill:
The Charleston Grill menu is a unique combination of Southern, French and Contemporary cuisines.
Thoroughbred Club:
The Thoroughbred Club offers cocktails, afternoon tea, appetizers and desserts. It is open from morning 11 am until midnight on all days. The Thoroughbred Club is best suited for an afternoon get together.
Palmetto Café:
The Palmetto Café is located on the main floor of the Charleston Place Hotel. This café overlooks a lush courtyard which has a bronze fountain and green plants. The café is open on all days from 6:30am to 11am for breakfast and from 11:30am to 3pm for lunch.
The hotel offers twenty-four hours in room dining service to the guests ranging from lunch, breakfast, dinner, and picnic lunches for excursions and the gourmet cuisine on the day of departure.
Spa services:
A comprehensive health club comprising an indoor/outdoor salt water pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, and children’s pool gives the finest spa services to the guests. The practices include therapeutic massages, detoxifying treatments, skincare treatments and exercises aimed at improving the mental and bodily health. The Spa is located on the fourth floor of the hotel.
Outdoor Activities:
Some of the attractions in Charleston include the Fort Sumter, art galleries, museum, South Carolina Aquarium and the Patriots Point Maritime Centre. For the water sports activities, only thirty minute drive from the hotel is required. All activities like windsurfing, parasailing, jet skiing, kayaking and eco- tours are offered in the beaches next to the hotel.
Charleston, South Carolina is one of the most exciting cities in the world. The Charleston Place Hotel offers the unique and memorable experience to the guests with its superb service and amenities. The Check-in time at the hotel is 4:00 p.m. and the check out time 12:00 noon. There are parking facilities adjacent to hotel. Pets are allowed inside.
The Best Myrtle Beach Attractions for Your Kids
February 22, 2011 by Anwar Mehdi
Filed under Featured
Image by adventurejournalist via Flickr
Visit South Carolina and be sure to have a good time for everyone. A lot of inviting things had been said about the famed South Carolina Myrtle Beach. The fun and the good time should not stop there. Good thing is that Myrtle Beach has also got a lot of fun activities for kids.
Heart-throbbing Myrtle Beach Attraction for Kids
What can be better than a good time under the South Carolina sun and the choice for a wild and heart-throbbing adventure in spots near by? Well, that is what Myrtle Beach has got for kids.
The fun never stops at building sand castles and it should include a good time in amusement parks, and of course educational adventures with mom and dad.
Myrtle Beach Family Kingdom. Home to South Carolina largest Ferris wheel. A ride will not only make you soar to good heights but will allow you to take sight of the pure white sands in contrast with the deep serene blue of Myrtle Beach. Roller coasters and adventure rides can all be yours for a well-worth it package. This should give your kids the thrill of being up there during your South Carolina vacation.
Myrtle Beach Aquarium. If the sun and sand should need something else to fire the kids up, then taking them up close with sea creatures should suffice. Myrtle Beach Aquarium or Ripley’s Aquarium will surely complete your vacation to South Carolina with the kids. Deep sea creatures, from the most dangerous ones in the reefs to the most attractive and colorful fishes are all in your reach. Not only will this vacation experience mean so much fun, it will also be very educational- works the best for your kids.
Alligator Adventure. Take the thrill a level higher. After coming up close with creatures from the deep, have the reptiles huge and great in your acquaintance list. See real people (trained ones) hand-feed the fierce reptiles and let them have their fill for the day’s meal. The Serpentarium in the park allows you to have a good look at the Giant Green Anaconda. Of course, all these will give you and your kids a whole new experience to be very blissful to have.
Sun, sand and great time with real heart-throbbing adventures. The fun never stops at Myrtle Beach. There is so much to do for you and your family especially with all these must-visit Myrtle Beach Attractions for Kids. Have a well-spent time and be sure to explore the still many attractions and fun in Myrtle Beach. If you are after a good time then visit South Carolina now!
