South Carolina Travel Guide
Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach is the resort at the centre of a 25-mile strip of unmitigated commercialism. It may not be pretty to look at but it sure is fun. Myrtle Beach sits on the Grand Strand - essentially a very long beach.
In the spring and summer it tends to fill with wild and rowdy students but it is mostly a family resort. There is plenty to do, the many golf courses enjoy a good reputation internationally, and the beach is alive with sailing, paragliding and any other water sport you can think of.
If you are looking for something a little more sedate, then Pawleys Island to the south offers a slower pace of life.
Eating, Drinking and Sleeping
Don't come here expecting international haute cuisine. Myrtle Beach does, however, offer good American fare at many of its nearly 2000 restaurants. This high concentration of eating-places ensures reasonable pricing. Obviously there is the usual slew of fast food joints amongst this number. Despite its location, seafood is not a strong point, travel up or down the coast for this; especially recommended are the restaurants of Murrels Inlet.
During high season prices for accommodation, rise accordingly. If you want to go mid June to mid August, it is as well to book in advance. The range available is wide, from campgrounds and hostels to international chain hotels. As a rule of thumb, the nearer the beach and the centre, then the higher the price.
For entertainment and nightlife there are any one of a number of live music venues to choose from. A speciality are the many country music variety shows but there is music to suit all tastes on offer.
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