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Fall is Prime Time for Bird-Watching on the Grand Strand

Seagulls are the most commonly spotted birds in Myrtle Beach during the summer season, and the winter months attract a completely different type of snowbird to the Grand Strand. But in the time between, this 60-mile stretch of Carolina coastline is a major layover site for some of the most rare migratory birds in North America making their way...

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Sleep With the Sharks at Ripley’s Aquarium in Myrtle Beach

Don't get us wrong. The Strand's friendly staff would love for you to be our guests and spend every night of your Myrtle Beach vacation in our luxurious resort. But we would certainly understand if you decide to check out this unique overnight opportunity at Ripley's Aquarium with the "Sleep with the Sharks" event. The...

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North Beach Guests Can “Go Ape” at Local Zipline, Ropes Course

Visitors come to North Beach Plantation to relax and enjoy the comfortable oceanfront accommodations, the first-class amenities and the AAA Four Diamond Award service that all adds up to a luxurious vacation. But for those guests who want to inject some extreme sports adrenaline into their Grand Strand getaway, a new and exciting attraction is...

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North Beach Guests Can “Go Ape” at Local Zipline, Ropes Course

Visitors come to North Beach Plantation to relax and enjoy the comfortable oceanfront accommodations, the first-class amenities and the AAA Four Diamond Award service that all adds up to a luxurious vacation. But for those guests who want to inject some extreme sports adrenaline into their Grand Strand getaway, a new and exciting attraction is...

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Top 10 Myrtle Beach Restaurants with Special-Diet Menus

Need Gluten-free, Vegan or Vegetarian meals in Myrtle Beach? Read on! Dining out can be a hassle for those with dietary restrictions. Finding a decent restaurant that can satisfy everyone in your party is hard enough without adding gluten-free, organic, seafood allergies and vegetarian/vegan diets to the mix. Fortunately...

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Celebrate the Holiday Season in Myrtle Beach

Trying to decide how and where to celebrate the holidays this season? The 60-day stretch from Halloween to New Year’s is the perfect time to escape to Myrtle Beach and add some salt-air spice to your festivities. Paradise Resort offers the same great accommodations and amenities at low rates, giving your family a home away from home to...

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Enjoy Bowling, Movies and More at Frank’s Theatres & Entertainment

Ever have one of these family arguments or date-night debates? One wants to go to dinner and the movies, another wants to go bowling and dancing, and the kids just want to play video games. This common dilemma may be tough to solve in most cities but not during your Myrtle Beach vacation, thanks to a guy named Frank. Frank's...

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Duplin Winery Brings Taste of the Carolinas to Barefoot Landing

Guests at North Beach Plantation don't have to travel very far to experience the fruity flavors of the Carolinas' finest wines. Duplin Winery, the largest winery in the South, has opened an outpost in North Myrtle Beach at the popular Barefoot Landing complex, which is just across Highway 17 from North Beach. Located beside the...

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Top 5 Reasons North Beach is the Best Resort for a Romantic Getaway

Every happy couple has their own story about plans for a romantic getaway gone horribly wrong. Whether it's lost luggage at the airport, the lack of a babysitter for a nice night out to dinner, or a nightmare problem with a hotel, even bad dates turn into funny stories over time. But you don't have to worry about having one of those bittersweet...

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