May is motorcycle month in the Myrtle Beach area with two separate, week-long events occurring during the month. Myrtle Beach Bike Week occurs during the second week of May and Atlantic Beach Bikefest occurs over Memorial Weekend. With all of the vacationers in the area enjoying the festivities, finding the best place to safely park […]

If you’re planning on traveling down South, don’t forget to pack your appetite. North Myrtle Beach and Myrtle Beach have a variety of great restaurants that offer good ol’ country cookin’ almost as delicious as mama’s. Before you go on the hunt for the perfect dish, check out our list of south’s tastiest treats. Fried […]

Are you someone who loves to celebrate? Whether it’s my anniversary, Cinco de Mayo or my dog’s birthday, any reason to make my day a special occasion is a win in my book. Here are some upcoming holidays that are sure to put a smile on your face. National Beer Day – Saturday, April 7th […]

Looking to make the most out of your vacation? Not only is Myrtle Beach full of family fun, but also neighbors some of the Carolinas’ most charming cities you won’t want to miss out on. Here are 5 day trips that are just a short drive from the Grand Strand. Charleston Situated about two hours […]

Who doesn’t love the occasional break from the sun? With an abundance of shopping choices in and around the Grand Strand, you’re sure to find the perfect gift for your best friend back home or yourself. If you’re staying in North Myrtle Beach, Barefoot Landing has a variety of fun shops offering everything from beautiful […]

Enhance Your Vacation Rental Experience by bringing these items Maybe you’re new to the vacation rental arena or, perhaps you’ve been booking your vacations through a vacation rental company for years. Whether you are a newbie or a novice, we have some tips to make your vacation rental experience top notch. Oceana Resorts is unique […]

Pull the kilt out of the closet and dust off your ghillies, the Saltwater Highland Games are back in North Myrtle Beach. This three day festival held the weekend after St. Patrick’s Day celebrates Scottish culture with a famous feat of strength competition and a variety of athletic events in support of local charities and […]

As a transplant to this area, I find the charm and language here in the South puts a smile on my face on a regular basis. It took me a while to acclimate and, sometimes, to decipher as some of the accents can be a bit on the heavy side. One thing I learned rather […]

Tipping is often a controversial topic. We have received requests from many of our guests to provide some guidelines for tipping while on vacation. While not a mandatory practice, it is often customary – especially considering that most of those working in professions where tipping is common, hourly earnings are below the minimum wage. In […]

Come sing in the New Year at Sandtrap Sports Bar & Grill's annual New Year's Eve Karaoke Party! Sandtrap will be open all night long featuring live karaoke music, a midnight champagne toast and a full stocked bar. Enjoy the oceanfront views and watch the ball drop on their multiple flat screen televisions. This is [...]