Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is known for its phenomenal summer weather, full of sunny days and perfect beach temperatures. So what happens if you are faced with a rainy day during your Myrtle Beach vacation? If the weather isn’t good for a day at the beach or other outdoor activities, there are plenty of Myrtle Beach attractions that are indoors!

Ripleys Package

There are a few awesome Ripleys attractions in Myrtle Beach! Ripleys Aquarium, Believe It or Not Museum and Haunted House are all indoor activities perfect for rainy days. Explore beautiful sea life, crazy oddities and scary monsters all with one low package price.

IMAX Theatre Myrtle Beach

The IMAX Theatre at Broadway at the Beach provides a stunning movie experience for children and adults. The dome shaped screen will completely surround you in the movie! The IMAX Theater offers both 2-D and 3-D movies, and features a new show every few weeks.

Wonder Works

If you like to have a ton of fun while learning and exploring, check out Wonder Works ! One of the Newest Myrtle Beach attractions located at Broadway at the Beach, Wonder Works is sure to put you in a good mood on a rainy day!

Arcades

An often overlooked when thinking about Myrtle Beach attractions are the many area arcades! Introduce your children to classsic games like Pac Man, or feel like a kid again yourself playing new favorites like Deal or No Deal! Arcade locations include downtown Myrtle Beach near the boardwalk, and in Garden City near the pier.

Coastal Grand Mall

Shop til you drop at Myrtle Beach’s newest indoor mall. Coastal Grand Mall includes stored like Dicks Sporting Goods, Old Navy, Belk, JC Penny and more!

Indoor Flea Market

Located on the south end of Myrtle Beach, the Indoor Flea Market is a popular Myrtle Beach attraction with tourists and locals alike. Browse dozens of vendors and find a bargain!

Hotels

Fun on a rainy day might not be far away at all! Many hotels in Myrtle Beach have indoor pools and planned attractions perfect for rainy days! Check with the staff of your hotel or condo to keep current with special activities and events!

Don’t let a rainy day in Myrtle Beach put a damper on your beach vacation or your mood! There is no shortage of indoor Myrtle Beach attractions . These are just a few!

Find Myrtle Beach hotels near the best attractions the area has to offer!

One of the newest Myrtle Beach attractions is Wonder Works! When you visit Broadway at the Beach, you will certainly noticed the all new upside down building– the home of Wonder Works! At Wonder Works, kids and adults alike can interact, discover and explore with over 100 exhibits, making it one of the hottest new Myrtle Beach attractions since its opening in the Spring of 2011.

Are rides at amusement parks a little too tame for you? Then come to Wonder Works and design your own roller coaster! Once you’ve added enough twists, turns, and upside-down loops, test it out in the Wonder Works coaster simulater– capable of turning 360 degrees in any direction! Or, if roller coasters aren’t your speed, take a simulated submarine ride! Not many other Myrtle Beach attractions can can provide this kind of fun!

Other exhibits at Wonder Works include a bubble exhibit, a hurricane wind simulator, and an icy water exhibit where you can feel just how cold the water was on the night the Titanic sank. All exhibits at Wonder Works are aimed to be educational and fun for all ages, not just children, so check them out while you’re enjoying your stay at one of our Myrtle Beach hotels.

Wonder Works is also home to the Soar + Explore exhibit, located just outside of the upside down building. At Soar + Explore, challenge yourself at the ropes course, or zipline across the lake at Broadway at the Beach! The ropes course at Wonder Works is three levels high and 40 feet tall. A combination of different obstacles designed with 3,000 ropes and cables make the course fun for challenging yourself, or completing the course as a family or team.

The Zipline stands 50 feet above the water, giving you a bird’s eye view of Broadway at the Beach. Travel 1,000 feet across the smooth zipline for an experience you’ll never forget!

Several of our Myrtle Beach hotels are located near Broadway at the Beach, so you’ll be in the perfect location to enjoy many Myrtle Beach attractions including Wonder Works!

Whether you are visiting Myrtle Beach or are a local, the Myrtle Beach Convention Center will be hosting some exciting events in 2012 that you won’t want to miss. If you’d like to attend any of these events, check out our list of Myrtle Beach hotels to make your reservation.

Republican Presidential Debate- January 16, 2012

On Monday, January 16, the Myrtle Beach Convention Center will be hosting the Republican presidential debate. Sponsored by Fox News and the Republican Party of South Carolina, the Republican presidential debate will be nationally televised. This is a public event and tickets will go quickly. To book tickets or request additional information on the presidential debate, contact the South Carolina GOP.

Grand Strand Boat Show- February 9-12, 2012

Whether you own a boat or are a boating enthusiast, the Grand Strand Boat Show is the only boat show in the area that will cover all of your boating needs. Knowledgeable vendors will be on hand to help you with anything from purchasing a new or used boat to finding sailboat and yacht charters. For more information, visit the Grand Strand Boat Show and Sale website.

Myrtle Beach Marathon- February 17-18

The Myrtle Beach Convention Center will be home to the Runners Expo and the starting line of the Myrtle Beach Marathon. The Myrtle Beach Marathon supports the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of South Carolina and the Horry County Chapter of the American Red Cross.

Cheer Competitions- March 16-April 1

For years, the Myrtle Beach Convention Center has hosted national cheer competitions featuring squads from all over the country, and 2012 is no exception! These competitions are open to the public.

Myrtle Beach Classic Volleyball Championship- May 26-28

The Myrtle Beach Volleyball Classic is an exciting and affordable volleyball tournament that is open for public viewing.

NEXSTAR National Talent Competition- July 8-14

Are you a dancer who has what it takes to become the next big star? Register for the NEXSTAR national competition being held at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center. If you are simply a fan of the performing arts, come to this public event to watch some of the area’s finest dancers showcase their talent.

These are just a handful of upcoming events at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center . Keep an eye out for more exciting events, or book your own conference or special event at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center today!

There are many Myrtle Beach hotels to choose from, so begin doing your homework now to best plan your Myrtle Beach trip.

Spring in the Grand Strand is almost synonymous with Myrtle Beach Bike Week and the roar of the Harleys will soon be heard again in Horry County.

Check out out great list of Myrtle Beach hotels to find a place to stay during Bike Week in Myrtle Beach.

This year Myrtle Beach Bike week takes place May 11-20. Motorcycle enthusiasts and local business are expecting a great turn out for 2012, as last year numbers of attendees were up significantly. If you are planning on attending Myrtle Beach Bike Week , there are a few spots that you can’t miss while you’re here.

If you find yourself in North Myrtle Beach, be sure to stop by Barefoot Landing. Here you will find tons of on-site vendors and activities, as well as the year-round attractions, dining, and shopping that Barefoot Landing provides.

South of Myrtle Beach, Murrells Inlet is a must-see destination for anyone trying to make the most of Myrtle Beach Bike Week. In Murrells Inlet you will find vendors, attractions, bars and restaurants all aimed towards bike enthusiasts. Suck Bang Blow, the famed biker burnout bar, has two locations in Murrells Inlet. Several places in Murrells Inlet also host special Poker Runs during Bike Week.

Myrtle Beach hotels become booked quickly, so book early or check out some of the hotels in Surfside Beach, such as the Surfside Beach Resort. The town of Surfside Beach is only minutes away from Murrells Inlet, and is still a biker friendly community.

If you’re looking to venture out on your own, try taking a “daycation” by cruising down to Georgetown or Charleston. Or, head North of Myrtle Beach to Wilmington, North Carolina for the day. There is plenty to see and do in each city.

If the enforced helmet law kept you away from Myrtle Beach Bike Week in previous years, you will be happy to know that the law has been overturned. Although, individuals under 21 are still required by law to wear a helmet while riding.

The Grand Strand area looks forward to hosting Bike Week this spring, and we wish everyone a fun and safe time!

There are many options for things to do in Myrtle Beach on New Years Eve in 2011. In fact, many Myrtle Beach hotels will be offering discounts and package specials designed specifically for New Years. Whether you’re in the mood for a quiet dinner with friends or an exciting New Years Eve party, Myrtle Beach is the place to be to bring in 2012.

If you are looking for an exciting New Years Eve party to attend, Broadway at the Beach will be hosting one of the best in Myrtle Beach. Celebrity Square will feature an 8:00 PM fireworks display and music will be playing all night long as you celebrate at some of Broadway’s popular clubs. For only $35 you can get into eight clubs to party the night away and welcome in 2012.

Check out the Ripley’s Kids Only New Years Eve Bash if you’re planning a family trip to Myrtle Beach to celebrate New Years. The party starts at 8:00 PM and features crafts, pizza, music, and karaoke. The party will last until 8:00 AM on January 1st and is $69 per child. This is a great option for those parents who would like to enjoy a night to themselves without having to worry about taking care of the kids.

For those more interested in going to dinner on New Years Eve in Myrtle Beach, check out Mykonos. Featuring live entertainment and a four-course meal, Mykonos is a great option for New Years. $79 per couple gets you a four-course dinner (appetizer, soup or salad, entree, and dessert) and a bottle of wine. Mykonos will be offering an early bird special (before 6:00 PM) for only $49 for those who would prefer earlier dining.

If you’re looking for something unique to do this New Years Eve, check out the Comedy Cabana. Comedian Mitchell Walters (of Comedy Central and Showtime fame) will be performing two shows (alongside Greg Lausch and Cooter Douglas) at 7:30 PM and 10:00 PM.

Many Myrtle Beach hotels are offering packages of their own for New Years vacations, so be sure to look into those as well. We hope to see you in Myrtle Beach for New Years and also hope that you’ll have a great 2012!

When it comes time for your Myrtle Beach vacation this year, don’t just book one of the many generic Myrtle Beach hotels. Instead of spending money on Myrtle Beach hotels, consider Myrtle Beach condos as an alternative.

Myrtle Beach condos often offer more room for you and your family to enjoy your Myrtle Beach vacation. Many Myrtle Beach hotels offer nothing by way of kitchen space and many of our Myrtle Beach condos feature full kitchen areas complete with refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens. When you stay in one of the many Myrtle Beach hotels, you are forced to eat out, which can add up quickly especially if you’re taking a Myrtle Beach vacation with your entire family. By staying at one of our Myrtle Beach condos, you can purchase food from the grocery and have a place to cook since you won;t have to spend all of your Myrtle Beach vacation money on expensive restaurants.

Here are some of the top Myrtle Beach condos that we recommend for a great Myrtle Beach vacation:

Atlantica

With two large resort buildings, this fantastic Myrtle Beach resort offers all of the amenities of Myrtle Beach hotels– and then some. When you stay at the Atlantica, you will never be bored! With such resort amenities as lazy rivers, kiddie pools, a ten-foot waterfall, and a large whirlpool spa, the Atlantica is one of the top Myrtle Beach resorts! Centrally located near such attractions as The Market Common and Broadway at the Beach, the Atlantica is the perfect hotel-condo that your family is sure to enjoy.

Holiday Sands

This oceanfront hotel-condo offers amenities that are sure to keep every member of the family active while enjoying Myrtle Beach. Enjoy such amenities as indoor and outdoor pools and jacuzzis, an excercise facility, and an onsite restaurant! All units at the Holiday Sands are non-smoking and have internet access, allowing you to stay connected while you’re enjoing all that Myrtle Beach has to offer. The Holiday Sands is conviniently located to the Myrtle Beach International Airport, the Market Common, Myrtle Beach State Park, and Broadway at the Beach.

If you’re ready to begin planning your Myrtle Beach vacation, check out all of our Myrtle Beach hotel and Myrtle Beach condo listings. We look forward to seeing you in Myrtle Beach very soon!

Myrtle Beach is a fantastic option for those who are considering taking a winter vacation. Many Myrtle Beach hotels and Myrtle Beach condos are seeking to fill rooms so they reduce their rates during the winter months to boost occupancy. Many of our Myrtle Beach condos are offering reduced rates that make planning your Myrtle Beach vacation a breeze. Of course, what would a winter vacation in Myrtle Beach be without some holiday celebrations?

Some of the most popular Myrtle Beach attractions during the winter months include live variety shows, many of which are holiday-themed. The list of great Myrtle Beach attractions for the holidays include live variety shows produced by venues such as the The Alabama Theater and the Carolina Opry. The shows offer a wonderful blend of family-friendly acting, singing, dancing, and theatrics that the whole family is sure to enjoy. When you’re planning your trip to stay in one of great Myrtle Beach condos, make sure that you include time to check out one or two of these spectacular holiday shows.

Here is an overview of two of the top Myrtle Beach attractions for the holidays:

Carolina Opry– The Christmas Show

Known as “The Holiday Show of the South,” the Christmas Show at the Carolina Opry is simply fantastic. The music, acting, costumes, and special effects (especially the brilliant light show) make the Christmas Show at the Carolina Opry one of the top in the entire state of South Carolina, let alone Myrtle Beach. This is the twenty-fifth year that the Carolina Opry has presented their Christmas show and they are certainly looking forward to this year’s performance.

The Alabama Theater– The South’s Grandest Christmas Show

The Alabama Theater is one again running its annual production, The South’s Grandest Christmas Show from until December 31st. A southern tradition that includes spectacular acting, dancing, and eye-catching special effects, The South’s Grandest Christmas Show at the Alabama Theater promises to be one of the best renditions yet. Differing slightly from last year’s production, this year’s show includes Ricky Mokel, a comedian who is starring in his first production at the Alabama Theater. This is truly one of the top holiday Myrtle Beach attractions , so be sure to attend!

Many of our Myrtle Beach condos offer discounts and/or package deals for shows such as these. As a matter of fact, Myrtle Beach condos offer many of the same amenities as Myrtle Beach hotels (often with more space)!

Check out our great list of Myrtle Beach hotels and Myrtle Beach condos to plan your Myrtle Beach winter vacation!

Many people book full family vacation packages at Myrtle Beach hotels. While there are many great Myrtle Beach hotels in the Myrtle Beach area, booking hotel-condos for family vacation packages is the best way to go to truly enjoy your Myrtle Beach vacation. Here are some of the top reasons why you should consider renting Myrtle Beach hotel-condos for your vacation rather than renting expensive Myrtle Beach hotels:

Myrtle Beach Hotel-Condos Offer More Space than Myrtle Beach Hotels

Hotels in general (not just the ones in Myrtle Beach) don’t offer vacationers much space, Sure you can rent larger hotel rooms and suites but those can cost significantly more for smaller additional space. Hotels are also often generically decorated, making them not particularly inviting places to stay.

With hotel-condos, vacationers receive not only more room but more privacy as well. Condos are decorated by the individual owner so hotel-condo vacation packages can offer a degree of comfort that no generic hotel decoration could. Hotel-condos are especially useful for extended stays or long vacations because vacationers often don’t feel cramped in hotel-condo rooms like they would in a standard hotel room.

Hotel-Condos Offer Features that Hotels Don’t

The majority of hotels have no kitchen space. They may offer amenities such as coffeemakers, mini-refrigirators, and microwaves but usually not more than that. Extended stays (especially long vacation packages) can become expensive and calorie-laden if you’re constantly eating out or ordering room service. With hotel-condos you get a full kitchen so you can prepare your own meals just like you would at home while you’re on vacation. Many people are seeking to save money when they book vacation packages and go off of their budget when they are forced to buy meals every day. By staying at a hotel-condo you can save money, cook your own food, and then store your leftovers in a full-sized refrigerator.

Also remember– hotels are not the only oceanfront properties in Myrtle Beach. Many of our Myrtle Beach hotel-condos are oceanfront and offer full and partial ocean views.

Book your Myrtle Beach vacation at one of our fantastic hotel-condo locations today!

Don’t forget– Myrtle Beach hotels are open for Thanksgiving! Many people enjoy booking stays at Myrtle Beach hotels during the Thanksgiving holiday. There are plenty of attractions in Myrtle Beach that remain open during Thanksgiving so that visitors to Myrtle Beach can make the most out of their trips to the Myrtle Beach area. While staying in Myrtle Beach hotels, many people don’t feel like cooking on Thanksgiving. Thanks to some great restaurants in Myrtle Beach, vacationers need not worry about where their Thanksgiving meal will come from. Below are some great Myrtle Beach restaurants that will be open on Thanksgiving Day for lunch and dinner:

Greg Norman’s Australian Grille (Barefoot Landing) (843) 361-1000

Traditional Turkey Dinner- $24.95

Includes:

• Sliced oven-roasted turkey
• Traditional dressing
• Garlic mashed potatoes
• Gravy and cranberry sauce
• Buckeye pie (with chocolate syrup and whipped cream)

Ruth’s Cris Steakhouse (8761 Marina Parkway in Myrtle Beach) (843) 839-9500

Several Course Thanksgiving Meal- Adults (Age 13+) $34.95; Children (12 and under) $14.95

Includes:

• First Course (Choose from): Caesar Salad, Louisiana Seafood Gumbo, or Steak House Salad
• Entree: Roasted turkey, homemade gravy, cornbread, and cranberry sauce. Sides: Buttered broccoli spinach, mashed potatoes, or sweet potato casserole.
• Dessert (Choose from): Pumpkin pie, bread pudding (with whiskey sauce), or Pecan pie

This Thanksgiving meal will be offered from 1 PM-9 PM.

California Dreaming (Surfside Beach) (843) 215-5255

Thanksgiving Menu– Adults (13+) 18.95; Children (12 and under) $9.95;

Includes:

• Oven-roasted turkey
• Sweet potato casserole
• Honey-butter carrots
• Sugar cured ham
• Traditional stuffing
• Cornbread muffins
• Pecan or pumpkin pie

This Thanksgiving meal will be served from 12 PM-9 PM.

Those who are staying in Myrtle Beach hotels this Thanksgiving should have no problem finding a place to enjoy their Thanksgiving meals!

If you’re interested in coming to Myrtle Beach for Thanksgiving this year, check out some of our great Myrtle Beach hotels. Many offer special package deals for the fall and winter months, so be sure to check them out as well as some of the best Myrtle Beach attractions (many of which will be open during the Thanksgiving holiday).

Myrtle Beach is a wonderful place for family vacations. The combination of sun, sand, water, and sheer fun brings families vack for their yearly family vacations year after year. Myrtle Beach is known for its great shopping and dining as well as its robust list of attractions. It can be difficult to appease everyone when planning family vacations due to family members having varying interests, but here are some of the best attractions in Myrtle Beach for the whole family to enjoy.

Family Kingdom

Centrally located to many Myrtle Beach hotels, Family Kingdom is one of the most popular destinations in Myrtle Beach for family vacations. This great seaside amusement park (the only one in Myrtle Beach) features over thirty rides including Go-Kart tracks, an exciting wooden roller coaster, a log flume, and a one-hundred and ten foot freefall Slingshot Zone. When you’re done enjoying the amusement park rides, make your way over to Family Kingdom’s water park. The oceanfront water park features areas especially for children, multiple styles of water slides, and a lazy river to add to your relaxation. This attraction is centrally located to many Myrtle Beach hotels, making it one of the best attractions in Myrtle Beach for family vacations.

Children’s Museum of South Carolina

This is a must-do for those who are vacationing with younger children. The Children’s Museum of South Carolina is a fun and interactive destination that allows children to have a great time while still learning. Who would have thought that family vacations could be fun AND educational? Children will have the opportunity to view and interact with exhibits including subjects such as electricity, health and anatomy, art, culinary skills, weather, and geology. The museum is also centrally located to many Myrtle Beach hotels, making it easy to enjoy a fun and educational day with your child or children.

IMAX 3D Theater

Treat your family to the cinematic adventure of a lifetime with the IMAX 3D Theater. The movie screen at IMAX is over six stories tall and is technically measured at sixty feet tall and 83 feet wide. The theater seats four-hundred people and utilizes tiered seating decks so that all members of your family will be able to see the screen perfectly. Most of the films run for just under forty-five minutes, ensuring that all attention spans are satisfied. IMAX 3D films are mostly educational in nature, making the IMAX experience all the more rewarding. Located just a few blocks from many major Myrtle Beach hotels, IMAX should be an easy fit into your vacation schedule.

If you’re ready to begin planning your family vacation in Myrtle Beach, check out some of our great Myrtle Beach hotels.