Friday, December 28, 2012

Tips for Saving Money on Vacation Part IV: Food

While on vacation, expenses tend to add up quickly!  It can be hard to find the balance between budgeting your money, yet not limiting yourself in the experiences Myrtle Beach has to offer.  We have already explored how we can save money on airfare, driving and attractions. Today we'll discuss how to save money on one of vacation's greatest indulgences: food!

Pack lunches.  If you're driving, food expenses tend to add up from the moment you hit the road. This is especially true if you have kids with you complaining of hunger every hour! But instead of spending your food budget at McDonald's and Wendy's, why not wait and use it at the local restaurants your destination has to offer? Before you leave on your road trip, be sure to pack a cooler of snacks, sandwiches, fruit, etc to keep everyone fed. Do the same before you hit the beach! A picnic lunch sitting in the sand is an experience you won't want to miss- and it will save you money.  Purchasing water bottles at the beach can be quite expensive, so be sure to bring your own.

Take advantage of discounts. Before you come on vacation, do your research! Many restaurants have places where kids eat free, which will save you a pretty penny. Be sure to also look for coupons on restaurants.com, groupon.com and by stopping at the Official Myrtle Beach Welcome Center on your way into town.

Use the local grocery store.  While you want to enjoy Myrtle Beach's best restaurants, you don't need to eat out for every meal. If your resort has a kitchen, be sure to take advantage of the local grocery store (in fact, many of our vacationers get a kick out of visiting Piggly Wiggly).  If you want to get even more into the local fare, visit the seafood market!  Make your own breakfasts and lunches so you'll have a little extra to spend on dinner.

Be smart.  Most restaurants have huge portion sizes that can be difficult to finish. Be sure to take home leftovers in a doggy-bag and eat the second half of your meal for lunch the next day. If you really want to save, consider sharing a meal. You'll still get full and enjoy the best local cuisine, but you'll pay half as much.  Additionally, lunch prices tend to be significantly cheaper than dinner prices.  Try going out for a big lunch and having a smaller dinner later or even eating at home.

Hit two birds with one stone.  Two of Myrtle Beach's most popular attractions include dinner and a show!  By bundling the two together, you'll likely spend a little less than you would going to dinner followed by a show.  You'll save even more by purchasing discounted tickets to Pirate's Voyage and Medieval Times at the Official Myrtle Beach Welcome Center.

We'll also be happy to provide you with any additional Myrtle Beach information or tickets that you might need. Happy saving!

Friday, December 21, 2012

New Year's Eve in Myrtle Beach



It's time to wave goodbye to 2012 and ring in the New Year in style!  Myrtle Beach is a great place to celebrate, with a wide variety of events for both young and old.


Celebrity Square at Broadway at the Beach, 7pm

Head over to Celebrity Square at Broadway at the Beach for an unforgettable night!  You'll enjoy a night of great music and dancing at Broadway's best clubs, including Froggy Bottomz, Crocodile Rocks, Rodeo, Club Boca and Broadway Louie's.  To top it all off, there will be confetti cannons, a balloon drop, a DJ in the square, a champagne toast, a live feed from Times Square and fireworks!  Tickets run $30 if purchased in advance and are $35 on the 31st.


New Year's Eve Celebration Cruise on the Barefoot Princess, 7 - 9pm

Have a New Years Eve celebration unlike any other!  Climb aboard the Barefoot Princess Riverboat and spend the evening cruising along the famous Intracoastal Waterway.  While on board, you'll be treated to live entertainment, dancing, party favors and a full-service cash bar.  There will also be plenty of delicious food and desserts to keep your strength up during the party!  Tickets are $46 per person or $88 per couple. All aboard!


Noon Years Eve Party at The Children's Museum of South Carolina, 10am - 1pm

Before you take off for an adults' night out, celebrate New Years with the kids!  The Children's Museum will once again host their annual Noon Year's Eve party, where the little ones enjoy fun crafts, exciting games, a balloon drop and even a kid-friendly toast when the clock strikes noon!  Admission is $5.


New Years Eve at Brookgreen Gardens, 6 - 9pm

For a more relaxed evening, celebrate New Year's Eve at South Carolina's famous sculpture gardens.  Stroll through the gorgeous property while admiring the stunning views created by the hand-lit candles and lights strewn throughout the fountains and gardens. You'll also enjoy beautiful music with champagne and refreshments available for purchase.  Tickets are $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers.


New Years Eve Special Event at Comedy Cabana, 7:30 and 10pm

Laugh your way into the New Year at Myrtle Beach's stand-up hotspot, Comedy Cabana!  This local comedy club will feature some of their best comedians, party favors, an autographed photo of the headlining comic, a gift certificate for a future show and a balloon drop!  You'll have 2 opportunities to attend at 7:30 and 10pm, with the later show featuring a champagne toast.  Click here for pricing information.


New Years Eve Party and Concert at Hard Rock Cafe, 9:45pm


If you're searching for a big party, look no further than Hard Rock Cafe!  Everyone will dance to the live music of Black Glass while waiting for the clock to strike midnight.  Hard Rock will also provide confetti cannons, party favors, a huge balloon drop and live feed from Times Square.  Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 if purchased same-day.  Spaces are limited!



New Years Eve Celebration at Legends in Concert, 10pm

Celebrate the New Year with tunes sung by your favorite tribute artists, including Elvis Presley, Alan Jackson, Celine Dion, Johnny Mathis and the Blues Brothers.  Legends will also broadcast the Times Square Ball drop and provide party favors.  If you want to raise your glass at midnight, champagne will also be available for purchase!


New Years Eve with Corey Smith at House of Blues, 9pm

Join Corey Smith, one of country music's hottest new artists, at the House of Blues to welcome the New Year!  Corey and special guests American Aquarium and Indian Rodeo will entertain you while you enjoy dancing, great food and a full-service bar.



New Years Eve Celebration at Landshark Bar and Grill and the SkyWheel, 9pm

Ring in the New Year in true Myrtle Beach fashion at the Landshark Bar and Grill.  You'll enjoy a live DJ, appetizers, a nacho bar, chili stations, a margarita shooter at midnight (or non-alcoholic beverage for those under 21), a live broadcast from Times Square and a ride on the famous Myrtle Beach SkyWheel!  Tickets are $39 per person or $75 per couple.


Be sure to stop by The Official Myrtle Beach Welcome Center to let us know where you will be celebrating your New Year's Eve. We can help you with directions, discounts and more! We look forward to ringing in a New Year with you here in Myrtle Beach!

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

January Events in Myrtle Beach

 
If you're fortunate enough to be starting off the New Year with a Myrtle Beach vacation, you'll have dozens of fun-filled activities to choose from! The Grand Strand has a fantastic line-up of events to kick off 2013 and we're excited to share them with you.


Society of Stranders Mid-Winter Break in North Myrtle Beach
January 18 - 20, See their website

50 years ago, a new dance craze was founded right here in Myrtle Beach, SC - the Shag! Today, the iconic dance lives on. Each year, the Society of Stranders calls on its thousands of Shag fans to escape the colder regions and return to the dance's birthplace for a few days of Shagging fun. Several of the clubs along Ocean Drive in North Myrtle Beach support the craze, playing beach music and hosting special events. Come watch the experts show their skills and teach you how to shag, too!


Magic at the Beach at the Carolina Opry
January 17 - 19, See their schedule


Magic enthusiasts, be ready. South Carolina's premier magic convention is coming to Myrtle Beach! Come enjoy a series of fantastic workshops, dinner buffets, lectures from your favorite magicians, contests and more! The grand finale takes place on Friday night in the Gilmore Auditorium at the Carolina Opry, where a series of world champion and ward-winning magicians will take the stage and perform their thrilling acts!


29th Annual Grand Strand Boat & Sportman Expo at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center
January 11, 10am - 7pm; January 12, 9am - 7pm; January 13 11am - 5pm

Head down to the Myrtle Beach Convention Center for an expo of a wide variety of boating, ATV, hunting and mountain biking equipment. The event will also feature several seminars and, to top it all off, Swampmaster Jeff Quattrocchi will wrestle a 200-pound alligator!


A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline starring Gail Bliss at the Alabama Theatre
January 18 - 19, 7pm

In a special event, the Alabama theatre will host the talented Gail Bliss! Ms. Bliss and a live band will re-create the sound of the legendary Patsy Cline, performing 20 of her greatest hits. If you're a fan of classic country music, this an event you won't want to miss!


5th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Freedom Rally Parade in Myrtle Beach
January 21, 11:30am - 2pm

Celebrate the life and contributions of the great Martin Luther King, Jr. by attending the 5th annual Freedom Rally Parade! The event will begin by the baseball stadium heading down Grissom Parkway toward 21st avenue where it will turn right heading east to Carver St, where it will turn right again to end at Mt. Olive AME Church.


The South East's Best Dance Crew Dance-Off at House of Blues
January 26, 6:30pm


The House of Blues will host dance crews from teams, high schools and anyone who thinks they have what it takes to compete for the title of the South East's best dance crew. Each crew has 3 minutes to perform, after which the 3 celebrity judges will deliberate to determine who will take home the $500 cash prize! Surprises will be given throughout the evening.



Silent Cities at Brookgreen Gardens
January 1 - February 28, Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12pm and 2:30pm

Experience the history and culture of the area through Brookgreen Gardens' seasonal Silent Cities tour. Ride the Trekker through the back roads of the property to the historic former sites of Southern plantations. Here, you'll be taken on a walking tour through the graveyards of former slaves and plantation owners. Brookgreens' knowledgeable staff will expound upon the historical burial customs of African and European origins.


Remember, Myrtle Beach also has dozens of fantastic venues open year-round! Here at Plantation Resort, we also have a wide variety of on-site activities to entertain both you and your little ones! To learn more about what the area has to offer and to purchase tickets to your favorite attractions, be sure to stop by our Front Desk.

Friday, December 14, 2012

Spreading Holiday Cheer


The Holidays are a time of giving; giving love, giving hope, and giving presents.  I found a great blog article on gift ideas and wanted to share it as my gift to you!  Whether you are searching for a gift for a friend, neighbor, co-worker, teacher or for that someone who has everything, look here for some great ideas on gifts that are easy to make but will show the receiver how special they truly are.

On the blog "It's Written on the Wall" you will find 286 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas. These ideas include everything from homemade gifts, to sayings that you can attach to things you buy. They even have creative ways to make your holiday gift look like you put a lot of time and thought into your gift, when in reality it only took 10 minutes to make! Below are highlights and links from their site. If you like their ideas, you can also click on their pinterest link and have a whole new world of gift ideas at your fingertips for any occasion.  For the full blog article, please click the link below.
It's Written on the Wall: 286 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas-It's All Here!

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Nights of a Thousand Candles at Brookgreen Gardens

 
There's no better place to experience the magic and spirit of the Christmas season in the South than Brookgreen Gardens' Nights of 1000 Candles!  This spectacular evening, named as one of the Top 20 events in the Southeast, will make for an experience you will never forget!
 
To celebrate the season, Brookgreen Gardens, the famous property developed as a sculpture garden by the Huntingtons, is illuminated by 5,500 hand-lit candles. You'll find these incredible luminaries floating in the fountains and lining the walks, gleaming under the 250-year-old live oak trees draped with Spanish moss. The landscaping is strewn with sparkling lights and shining Chinese lanterns that illuminate the famous sculptures, creating a Southern winter wonderland.

As you meander through the glowing gardens, you'll hear the strains of beautiful Holiday music drifting across the air. Carolers stroll the paths while a wide variety of additional musicians perform in heated tents, giving you a chance to warm up while enjoying their melodies. Entertainers include vocal groups, guitar quartets, hand bell choirs, Gullah music, pop bands, harpists and even a bagpipe player. (Click here for a performance schedule.)

You can even enjoy dinner by candle-light!  Award-winning Inlet Affairs catering is stationed in a heated tent to serve you a delectable low country feast. The menu features all of your favorite Southern fare including shrimp and grits, inlet clam chowder, snow crab, oysters on the half shell, chicken bog, BBQ and chicken breast with fire-roasted corn and peppers. To warm your insides, hot chocolate, cider and coffee are also available. (Click here for a full menu and pricing information.)

To experience and create precious Christmas memories, be sure to bring your friends and families to Nights of a Thousand Candles. The event runs for 7 nights including December 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 20th, 21st and 22nd from 3 - 10pm. Adult tickets are $16 and children's tickets (ages 4 - 12) cost $7.

On your way into town, be sure to stop by the Official Myrtle Beach Welcome Center in Aynor, South Carolina!  We'll provide you with additional information on this enchanting event as well as the other fantastic holiday attractions the area has to offer. We look forward to sharing the holiday season with you!

Friday, December 7, 2012

Summer Days and Giveaways

This year, The Official Myrtle Beach Welcome Center has offered the chance to win amazing WeeklyMonthly and Grand Prize Giveaways!



Weekly Giveaway: 3 Day, 2 Night Mini-Vacation in Beautiful Myrtle Beach
Monthly Giveaway: 50” Flat Screen TV
Grand-Prize Giveaway: 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Congratulations to our November Winners!

Weekly Winners:

Mr. Stone & Ms. Hughes, Moore, SC
Mr. Kenco, Rock Hill, SC
Mr. and Mrs. Mangum, Monroe, NC
Ms. Braham, Clover, SC


Monthly Winner:
Mr. & Mrs. Walker Ellenwood, GA

Keep posted to see who won our Grand Prize Drawing for the Jeep Grand Cherokee! 

Even though 2012 is coming to an end, we will keep our giveaways going in the New Year! 
Stop in and see what great discounts are available and what prizes you can win!



Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Experience the Holidays in Myrtle Beach!

The holidays are approaching quickly, and Myrtle Beach has wasted no time in filling the city with holiday spirit! The Grand Strand offers a wide variety of incredible shows to fill you with Christmas cheer.

The Carolina Opry Christmas Special
November 1 - January 5

Renowned as "The Holiday Show of the South" and repeatedly voted as the Best Holiday Show in Myrtle Beach, Carolina Opry's famous Christmas Special mixes new updates with your traditional holiday favorites for the 2012 season. The show's incredible performers include the All That clog group of America's Got Talent fame, world class pianist Rocky Fretz and Nathan Herron, a Top 40 contestant on season 4 of American Idol. Don't miss your chance to see why The Carolina Opry Christmas Special has become an annual tradition for locals and vacationers alike!


The South's Grandest Christmas Show at Alabama Theatre
November 2 - December 31

The Alabama Theatre's award-winning show features both Christmas classics and contemporary holiday favorites with Alabama's signature Southern flare. You'll split your sides when comedian Ricky Mokel takes the stage and celebrate with a world-class cast of singers and dancers as they spread the joy and love of the holidays! The special effects, gorgeous set and incredible talent will leave you in awe and filled with the spirit of the season.


Christmas on Ice at the Palace Theatre
November 2 - December 29

Experience one of the best holiday shows on the Grand Strand at the Palace Theatre! This 2 hour extravaganza takes place on a Winter Wonderland stage that includes a 40 ft ice rink. The skills of championship ice skaters, professional dancers and the vocal talents of incredible performers are sure to amaze you. You'll leave truly feeling that "it's the most wonderful time of the year!"


Pirates Voyage Christmas Show
November 9 - December 31

Set sail with Captain Scrooge and the Crimson and Emerald pirate crews through the past, present and future of Buccaneer Bay as they search for the ultimate Christmas treasure! You'll be amazed as colorful toys come to life and perform incredible acrobatic feats and watch in awe as a live nativity (including live animals!) makes its way across the lagoon. To top it all off, you'll enjoy a four-course holiday feast!



The Legends in Concert Holiday Show
November 2 - December 20

Celebrate the holidays with your favorite performers at Legends in Concert! This world famous celebrity live tribute show is sending the spirit of the season your way with Elvis, Alan Jackson, Celine Dion, the Blues Brothers and Johnny Mathis. The artists will serenade you with their signature Christmas classics and the Blues Brothers will split your sides with their hilarious, over-the-top antics. It's the perfect mix of Christmas music and chart-topping hits!


Celebrate the holidays with one (or more!) of Myrtle Beach's famous Christmas Specials. Be sure to stop by the Official Myrtle Beach Welcome Center; we'd love to provide you with discounted tickets and additional information! Happy Holidays, everyone!

Thursday, November 29, 2012

25 Days of Easy Holiday Dessert Recipes


It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Myrtle Beach!  The store parking lots are full of cars as shoppers are finding the perfect gifts for friends and family, twinkling lights from Christmas trees are a glow in the windows of homes, and when you turn on the radio, you can search the stations to find your favorite Christmas song you've been longing to hear since last year.  There is nothing that ushers in the Holiday Season more than wonderful smells of your favorite holiday delicacies that delight the senses and bring back wonderful memories of Christmases past. 

Would you like to bake but just don't have the time?  With all the hustle and bustle of the Holidays, here are 25 quick and easy recipe ideas that will get you into the Holiday Spirit without requiring hours in the kitchen!  You may see an easier version of your holiday favorite or find a new recipe to begin a new Christmas tradtion.

12 Easy Desserts
Five-Minute Fudge Wreath
Cowboy Cookies
Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Grandma Hiers' Carrot Cake
Simple Holiday Bark
Knock-You-Naked Brownies
No Bake Nutella Cheesecakes
Chocolate Volcano Cake
Pecan Toffee Tassies
Old Fashioned Apple Pie
Sweet Dessert Panini
Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding


12 Easy Low-Calorie Desserts 
Pumpkin Spice Cookies
Angel Food Cake
Pumpkin Pie Pudding
Semolina Crema
Raspberry Tart
Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake
Christmas Strawberries
Lighter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Greek Yogurt with Oranges and Mint
Ginger Angel Food Cake
Leftover Pie Dough Cookies
Chocolate Macaroons



1 Family Favorite Dessert














Peanut Buttercup Cookies

1 package Pillsbury peanut butter cookie dough frozen
36 Reese's miniature peanut butter cups unwrapped

Slice frozen dough into 9 sections. Quarter each section. Roll each quarter into a ball and drop into mini muffin pan. (If the muffin pan is not Teflon, lightly grease before placing dough into pan). Bake as the package instructs. Immediately after taking pan out of the oven, press a Reese's miniature peanut butter cup into the center of each cookie. Let cool slightly before trying to remove. For best results, take the edge of a very thin knife and slide around the edges. Let the chocolate re-harden and then stack in an airtight container.   Store in cool area or freeze.

Variations:  If you have a favorite peanut butter cookie dough recipe, use that instead! You can also try using sugar cookie dough if you don't like peanut butter.

If you are coming to Myrtle Beach this Christmas, stop in the Official Myrtle Beach Welcome Center for discounts on tickets, shows, and other area attractions (and maybe a sample of your favorite recipe - Please!)  Happy Holidays and Happy Baking!

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Premier Partner Highlight: Carolina Opry



If you are looking for amazing live entertainment for the whole family to enjoy, visit The Carolina Opry.  This theater presents four of the best shows on the Grand Strand including, "The Carolina Opry", "Good Vibrations", "The Carolina Opry Christmas Special", and "LIGHT Laser Extravaganza". 

The Carolina Opry


 This exciting two-hour show features the nation's top singers, dancers, comedians and musicians to entertain you. Performances cover a wide range of musical styles such as rock 'n roll, Broadway, country, classic hits, pop melodies and gospel. The show is always changing and creating new ways to incorporate music that everyone loves! Let Myrtle Beach fill your vacation with lasting memories from the Carolina Opry. 


Good Vibrations


Re-live the best of the Sixties, Seventies and Eighties in this fun and exciting 90-minute show.  Enjoy hits from legendary artists including the Righteous Brothers, Kiss, Elvis and the Beatles.  This show will make you want to sing along to your favorite songs and dance in your seats all night long! 


The Carolina Opry Christmas Special


Visit the Carolina Opry from the first of November through the beginning of January and watch the magic of the Holidays come alive through music, dancing and humor! Celebrate Christmas with the nation's top performers including America's Got Talent cloggers All That, piano genius Rocky Fretz and new voice featured on American Idol, Nathan Herron.  After watching this spectacular show, you'll walk away filled with the Spirit of Christmas that will last all year long! 




LIGHT Laser Extravaganza


 This 45-minute daily laser show is one you will have to see to believe! Choose from a number of shows including Classic Rock, Family Fun, Praise, Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and Holiday. The incredible color and movement of the lasers, synchronized with music, creates a moving and unforgettable experience.  
laser light show featuring the same 
Don't miss the opportunity to experience the Carolina Opry on your next vacation! Stop by the Official Myrtle Beach Welcome Center in Aynor, SC.  We'll provide you with discount tickets to the Carolina Opry and other area attractions. For questions or additional information, call 1-843-358-8100. We hope to see you soon!  

Friday, November 16, 2012

Shop Black Friday in Myrtle Beach!

 
 
After a day of giving thanks and indulging in the most delicious dinner of the year, it's time to burn those calories by hitting your favorite stores for the biggest annual shopping event - Black Friday! Fortunately for vacationers, Myrtle Beach is a shopper's paradise! So, without further ado, here's your guide for planning a successful Black Friday:

Wal-Mart
2751 Beaver Run Blvd, Surfside Beach
545 Garden City Connector, Murrells Inlet
541 Seaboard Street, Myrtle Beach

Door busters include the Apple Ipad 2 for $399 and a $75 gift card with a 1 hour in-stock guarantee.

Open: 8pm, Thursday, November 22nd


Kohl's
8646 Hwy 17 Bypass, Myrtle Beach

Kohl's is offering early bird specials on items including toys, jewelry, android tablets and cameras. For every $50 you spend, you'll receive $15 in Kohl's cash!

Open: 12am - 1pm, Friday, November 23rd


Best Buy
1145 Oak Forest Lane, Myrtle Beach

Door busters include TVs, laptops, movies, Blu-Ray players, cameras and more! They will hand out tickets up to 2 hours before the sale starts.

Opens: 12am - 10pm, Friday, November 23rd


Office Depot
8678 Hwy 17 Bypass S, Myrtle Beach

Fantastic deals on electronics, including laptops and tablets!

Opens: 5am, Friday, November 23rd


Target
1150 Seaboard Street, Myrtle Beach
140 Sayebrook Parkway, Myrtle Beach

Door buster deals include the Xbox Kinect for $199! You'll also find the Kindle for $50 and sales on TVs, laptops and more.

Open: 9pm, Thursday, November 22nd - 11pm, Friday, November 23rd


Lowe's
8672 Frontage Road, Myrtle Beach
1160 Seaboard Street, Myrtle Beach

Amazing deals on all of your necessary housewares! Check-out their online ad to see hundreds of discounts available to you.

Open: 5:30am - 9pm, Friday, November 23rd


Home Depot
951 Oak Forest Lane, Myrtle Beach

Your one-stop shop for great deals on housewares! To see their extensive list of available discounts, click here.

Open: 5am - 9pm, Friday, November 23rd


Tanger Outlets
10835 Kings Road, Myrtle Beach
4635 Factory Stores Boulevard, Myrtle Beach

Discounts vary from store to store. Shops at the King's Road location include Old Navy, American Eagle, Ann Taylor, DKNY, Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger and more. Shops at the Factory Stores Boulevard location include Banana Republic, Chicos, Coach, Kenneth Cole, Ralph Lauren, American Eagle, Gap, Nike and more.

Opens 12am - 9pm, Friday, November 23rd


Coastal Grand Mall
2000 Coastal Grand Circle, Myrtle Beach

Discounts vary from store to store. Shops include Belk, American Eagle, Bath & Body Works, Dillard's, JC Penney, Kay Jewelers, New York & Company, Old Navy, Sears and more.

Most Stores Open: 12am - 10pm, Friday, November 23rd
Sears Open: 8pm, Thursday, November 22nd - 10pm, Friday, November 23rd


The Market Common
4017 Deville Street, Myrtle Beach

Discounts vary from store to store. Shops include Anthropologie, Bath & Body Works, Fossil, CityMac Apple Specialist Store, Victoria's Secret, Pottery Barn, Tommy Bahama, Williams-Sonoma and more!

Open: Click here for individual store schedules.

Be sure to stop by the Official Myrtle Beach Welcome Center for additional information and brochures. Happy shopping!

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Celebrate Thanksgiving in Myrtle Beach


Thanksgiving is a great time to vacation in Myrtle Beach! We wanted to help you finalize your Thanksgiving plans and  have put together a list of restaurants excited to provide you with your perfect holiday feast.

We have separated the restaurants by location, so wherever you are staying you do not have to go far.


South of the Grand Strand

2657 Beaver Run Boulevard
Surfside Beach, 29575 
843-215-5255 

California Dreaming is a locals' favorite.  Just a few minutes away from Plantation Resort, makes this restaurant ideal for the perfect Thanksgiving feast! 

Oven-roasted turkey breast, sugar cured ham, sweet potato casserole, green beans, honey-butter glazed carrots, mashed potatoes, southern cornbread stuffing, homemade giblet gravy, cranberry relish, cornbread muffins, pecan or pumpkin pie, coffee, tea or soft drink. 

Hours: 12-8 pm
Adults: $18.95
Children Under 10: $9.95

Reservations Recommended.


Salt Water Creek Cafe 
4660 US 17
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
843-357-2433 

Salt Water Creek Cafe gives you an up-scale casual dining experience. Have Thanksgiving in style with slow roasted turkey breast, honey baked spiral ham, sweet potato with pecan topping, house-made stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, broccoli and cheese casserole, honey glazed carrots, house-made gravy, pumpkin or pecan pie. Limited menu also available.

Hours: 12-7 p.m.
Adults: $19.00
Children: $11.00

Grand Strand


1322 Celebrity Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-946-0007 

Specially made for Thanksgiving, this three course meal includes a side caesar salad, turkey covered in gravy sauce served with garlic smashed potatoes, Pepperidge Farm stuffing, vegetables and cranberry sauce, and last but not least pumpkin pie topped with whipped cream!

Hours: 12-6 pm
Adults: $12.95
Children 10 and under: $7.95
Children 3 and under: Free

Reservations Recommended.  
Prices are subject to change.


4617 North Kings Highway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
843-497-9911 

Thanksgiving dinner just like mom used to make!  It includes oven roasted turkey breast, sugar cured ham, sweet potato casserole, green beans, honey-butter glazed carrots, mashed potatoes, southern cornbread stuffing, homemade giblet gravy, cranberry relish, cornbread muffins, pecan or pumpkin pie and coffee, tea or a soft drink.

Hours: Special Thanksgiving dinner served from 11 a.m. until last seating at 6:30 p.m. and regular menu served from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Adults: $18.95
Children under 10: $9.95

Reservations Recommended.



8211 Marina Parkway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
843-839-9500

For those with discriminating tastes!  Your choices include Louisiana seafood gumbo, Caesar salad or steak house salad; 
roasted turkey entree with homemade gravy, cornbread, cranberry relish; a choice of garlic mashed potatoes, grean beans with roasted garlic, creamed spinach or sweet potato casserole; finishing with a pumpkin cheesecake and vanilla ice cream. 

Hours: 1-9 pm
Adults: $34.95
Children 12 and under: $14.95

Reservations Recommended.

North of the Grand Strand

9922 North Kings Highway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
843-449-3984 

A feast fit for a king! A dinner buffet will be served featuring deep fried turkey, rack of lamb, prime rib, ham, shrimp, salmon and oysters.

Hours: 11 am - 7 pm
Adults: $29.95
Children 11 and under: $13.95
Children 3 and under: Free 

Reservations are recommended but are not required.


4640 Highway 17 S
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
843-913-3746 

Enjoy a Thanksgiving buffet accompanied by live jazz music! The buffet includes hand-carved turkey, roast beef with a jus and horseradish cream sauce, salads, boiled shrimp, macaroni and cheese, cornbread stuffing, red beans and rice, herb roasted potatoes, cranberry sauce, sweet potatoes, roasted vegetables, pumpkin and pecan pie, and white chocolate banana bread pudding.

Hours: 11 am- 7 pm
Adults: $22.95
Children: $9.50

$1.00 of each meal will be donated to Sea Haven Youth Shelter.



For the full Myrtle Beach entertainment experience, enjoy dinner and a show! 

2904 Fantasy Way
Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
888-935-6878  

Go back to the 11th Century and feast with the King in the Castle while cheering for one of six Knights as he competes in various tournaments. Medieval noble guests feast on garlic bread, tomato-bisque soup, roasted chicken, spare rib, herb-based potatoes, pastry of the Castle, coffee and two rounds of select beverages. A full-service bar is open for the Adults. Vegetarian meals are also available. 
                                                                                                                                     
Showtime: 6 pm
Adults:$42.50
Children 3-12: $26.00

Children under 3: Free   
    


8901 North Kings Highway
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
843-497-9700 

Set sail with Captian Scrooge and the mystical spirit of
Christmas as he discovers the true meaning of Christmas. The delicious pirate feast is filled with creamy vegetable soup, bread, roasted chicken, BBQ pork, buttery corn on the cob, mashed potatoes, and apple pie.  

Showtimes: 6 pm and 8:30 pm
Adults: $44.50
Children  4-11: $23.00
Children under 3: Free                                                       

                                                                                                                   
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Be sure to stop by and visit us on your way into town at The Official Myrtle Beach Welcome Center. We can give you directions, discounts, and more! 


We wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving!