The Myrtle Beach Pelicans will soon become a new franchise for the Chicago Cubs. The new affiliation means that the Pelicans will no longer be part of the Texas Rangers, and that a new set of players will be taking the TicketReturn.com field next year. The Chicago Cubs are the oldest currently active franchise that is still playing in their original city. Wrigley field, the Cubs iconic … [Read more...]
Myrtle Beach Among Top Ten Metros in Housing Recovery
The housing market’s slow recovery over the last eight years is finally starting to even out. 371 out of the 400 metro areas monitored by CoreLogic, a data and analytics company, have shown a steady increase in housing prices. The new median price for existing homes is up to $185,038, which is good news all around. Kiplinger has analyzed these results and ranked the top ten metro areas in the … [Read more...]
Tickets Available for “A Lowcountry Evening at Sunnyside”
Tickets are now available for “A Lowcountry Evening at Sunnyside” presented by Murrells Inlet 2020. The event will take place at the historic Sunnyside Plantation on November 14th. Sunnyside Plantation features a one-and-a-half story Greek revival style house built around 1850 by Jacob Motte Alston. The house, constructed of pine and beaded cypress weatherboards, will be open for viewing … [Read more...]
Cast Revealed for Big Break Myrtle Beach
This week The Golf Channel revealed the cast for the 22nd season of its popular reality competition, Big Break. This season finds six men and six women competing for a grand prize worth more than $100,000. The 22nd season, titled, Big Break Myrtle Beach, was filmed at Barefoot Resort and Golf in Myrtle Beach. The cast of 12 are all at different stages in their golf careers but are looking to … [Read more...]
Passenger Numbers up at Myrtle Beach Airport
Passenger numbers were up 6.5% over last July at the Myrtle Beach International Airport[/caption]Good news for Myrtle Beach tourism this week. The number of passengers arriving into the Myrtle Beach International airport in July, was up more than 6.5 percent over 2013. On Wednesday, the Horry County Department of Airports released figures for last month, showing that 114,671 passengers flew … [Read more...]
Getting Married in Myrtle Beach
Every year hundreds of people choose to get married on the beach. Myrtle Beach, with its beautiful coastline and wonderful atmosphere, is an excellent location for beach nuptials. Before you start sending out the invitations, however, make sure you've read the following check list of important information. Marriage Licenses A valid Horry county marriage license is the first thing you’ll need. … [Read more...]
Bike Trails in Myrtle Beach
Bicycling is wonderful exercise for the whole family and is also a great way to experience all that Myrtle Beach has to offer. Exploring the Grand Strand from a bicycle is an amazing way to experience the breathtaking scenery of the Atlantic Ocean, as well as the natural beauty of the coastline. There are lots of bike trails in Myrtle Beach, as well as surrounding communities. If you don’t have … [Read more...]
Dinner Cruises; Barefoot Princess Riverboat
Looking for a unique dining experience in the Myrtle Beach area? The Barefoot Princess Riverboat offers passengers a leisurely cruise along the calm waters of the Intracoastal waterway. Enjoy beautiful scenery, a delicious buffet as well as entertainment while you dine. The cruises depart from Barefoot Landing and offer passage for 130 guests. Groups are welcome and private charters are also … [Read more...]
Myrtle Beach Family Fun: Build the Perfect Sandcastle
A day on the beach just isn’t complete unless you’ve built a sandcastle. It’s the quintessential ‘beach activity’ and can be enjoyed by both adults and kids alike. If you hang out on beaches long enough you are bound to see some pretty amazing sand creations. It’s fun to stroll the beach and see the masterpieces that other people have created. The truth is, building a great sandcastle isn’t as … [Read more...]
New Crown Reef Waterpark Now Open
A new oceanfront waterpark is now ready for visitors in the Myrtle Beach area. The Crown Reef resort, which has been undergoing a $7.5 million dollar renovation since last fall, boasts a brand new waterpark with two four story enclosed waterslides. The park boasts the world’s first hotel ‘explosion’ slide. The waterpark caters to all ages and includes smaller slides for young children, a … [Read more...]