For decades, South Carolina's Grand Strand has been a mecca for vacationers and retirees looking for that great escape. Stretching for more than 60 miles along the Atlantic Coast, this string of beach resorts includes such ocean-side communities as Myrtle Beach, considered the Strand's hub, Cherry Grove, Ocean Drive, North Myrtle Beach, Atlantic Beach, Surfside, Litchfield, Pawleys Island, and Georgetown.
Things to do in Myrtle Beach
Broadway At The Beach
This 350-acre shopping, dining and entertainment complex features over 100 specialty shops, 20 restaurants, 10 nightclubs and 15 attractions such as Myrtle Waves Water Park, Ripley's Aquarium, the IMAX Discovery Theater, NASCAR Speedpark, the Palace Theatre and MagiQuest. Themed restaurants and clubs include the Hard Rock Cafe, Planet Hollywood and NASCAR Cafe. Call (843) 444-3200 for more information.
1325 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC
Carolina Safari Jeep Tours
For an ultimate adventure, hop aboard customized, safari-style 12-14 passenger jeeps - no special fitness level needed. Entertaining, world class pathfinders take you on a one-of-a-kind tour to see nature at its best including wildlife in a natural habitat. Travel to three different eco-systems and other natural and historic sites. Call (843) 497-5330 for more information.
PO Box 6799, Myrtle Beach, SC
Family Kingdom Amusement Park & Oceanfront Water Park
Family amusement park with over 30 fun filled rides and Myrtle Beach's only oceanfront water park. Enjoy the roller coasters, go-carts, carousel, flume rides, speed slides, kiddie pool and lazy river with waterfalls. Call (843) 626-3447 for more information.
300 Fourth Avenue South, Myrtle Beach, SC