Myrtle Beach is the top vacation destination according to TripAdvisor's 2026 Summer Travel Index!

Planning a day at the beach? We've got some suggestions to help make the most of your day. Key Points Plan ahead to make your day at the beach as enjoyable and healthy as possible by freezing drinks in advance, and protecting your skin. Additional suggestions include packing a kiddie pool, leaving the designer shades safe at home, and being smart about protecting your valuables. Stay Hydrated Start your beach day by filling up available water bottles, setting a reminder on yo

Myrtle Beach recently earned the #2 spot on HGTV’s list of the best beaches in America. Read this article to see why.

Warm, sunny days are perfect for a trip to the beach, yet can be easily ruined if your valuables disappear! The best advice is to bring as little as possible; of course, most beachgoers still need to bring smartphones, keys and wallets. Here are several techniques to hopefully keep your possessions safe, which can increase the chances you'll come back to the resort with all of your belongings! Key Points You can protect your belongings by reusing empty jars, bringing a waist

Photo from VisitMyrtleBeach.com If you’re planning your Myrtle Beach visit in July (or any of the next several months) and you are looking forward to some sand and sun at the beach, we have some important information to pass on to you: The Army Corp of Engineers is renourishing the Grand Strand with fresh sand to alleviate erosion and protect our coastline. To do this they must close off sections of the beach for a couple days at a time. On the weekend of July 4th, our very o

Perhaps one day while you're enjoying the warm water and beautiful weather at the beach, you find yourself drifting away from shore. Stay calm! You may be caught in a rip current, and we've got information to help keep you safe. Key Points Rip currents are responsible for 100 drowning deaths each year in the U.S. Swim parallel to the shore to escape. Rip currents can happen any time of day. Know Before You Go Rip currents are powerful, fast-moving channels of water that flow

If you love collecting seashells, you'll find the uninterrupted shoreline of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, the perfect place to search! We have some tips to help you make the most of your shelling adventure. Key Points Early morning is the perfect time to search for shells. Bring polarized sunglasses and mesh bags to make your exploration easier. Many shells can be easily found during low tide. Remember to leave shells that are inhabited. Right Time You’ll find that early mor