Category: Best Of Myrtle Beach

The Most Instagrammable Spots Around Myrtle Beach

Family taking a selfie picture on the beach in Myrtle Beach,SC

There’s so much to do during a vacation to Myrtle Beach, but in these modern times, a big part of your vacation is sharing all your experiences with social media. With beautiful beaches, nostalgic venues, and everything in between, there are lots of great opportunities for sharing Instagram posts with your friends, family, and followers. Here are some of the best places to snag the perfect pic or video for IG.

 

9th Avenue North and Ocean Boulevard

There are tons of great places to snap a pic of along Ocean Boulevard, but it’s hard to top all the attractions at the intersection of 9th Avenue North and Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach. This corner of the Grand Strand is home to landmark Myrtle Beach destinations like Peaches Corner and the Bowery. Right across the street is Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, home of hundreds of unique exhibits, as well as Myrtle Beach Zipline Adventures, an adrenaline-filled park with 600-foot-long zip lines that reach speeds of up to 40 MPH. On top of all this, you’re also only a few steps away from gorgeous beach views, offering even more great shots to share on Instagram.

 

Apache Pier

There are several piers located around the Grand Strand but Apache Pier holds the crown of the largest in Myrtle Beach, jutting out 1,206 feet into the Atlantic Ocean. In fact, Apache Pier is the longest wooden fishing pier on the entire east coast! For a small entry fee, guests can stroll out onto the pier above the gently rolling waves, enjoying cool ocean breezes and watching as pelicans soar down the coastline. You might even spy dolphins surfacing out past the breakers! Since the pier extends so far out into the ocean, it makes for one of the best spots to take a picture of the Grand Strand shoreline. In addition, fishing gear rentals are available, so you test your angling abilities and snap a shot of yourself hoisting a freshly-caught mackerel, flounder, or red snapper!

 

Broadway at the Beach

Holding the title of South Carolina’s most visited attraction, there’s no shortage of great places to snap a pic for the ‘Gram around Broadway at the Beach! Around Celebrity Square, plenty of restaurants like Hard Rock Cafe and Wahlburgers make for great shots either outside or inside with your mouth-watering meal. After sunset, the area transforms into Myrtle Beach’s nightlife headquarters, with entertainment hot spots like Crocodile Rocks, Fat Tuesday, and Senor Frogs serving up hot beats and cold drinks! Around the rest of Broadway, landmark attractions include Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Wonderworks, and Ripley’s Aquarium, home to a brand-new penguin exhibit! In addition, you can also snag some exciting videos on the thrill rides at the Pavilion Nostalgia Park, but make sure to hold onto your phone!

 

Now that you’re ready to plaster your Instagram with some awesome pics and videos of your Myrtle Beach vacation, the last thing to do is to head to our specials page and see just how easy and affordable booking can be! Don’t miss out on all the fun and plan your next Myrtle Beach getaway today!

Shop Til You Drop! The Best Shopping Along the Grand Strand

A lady really enjoying shopping.

No Myrtle Beach vacation is complete without the perfect souvenir! No matter if you’re all about kitschy and cheesy or high-class elegance, there are tons of great shopping opportunities waiting for you during your trip to Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand! During your vacation to Myrtle Beach be sure to visit some of these awesome shops and shopping areas!

The Gay Dolphin

A trip to the Gay Dolphin is a can’t-miss stop on your Myrtle Beach vacation! Located along the famous Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and in operation since 1946, the Gay Dolphin is a giant gift shop encompassing three stories and over 30,000 square feet of anything and everything souvenir. Looking for a life-size pirate sculpture? Fine jewelry? Beachwear? Shark teeth? Whatever your idea of a perfect souvenir is, with over 70,000 unique items, the Gay Dolphin is sure to have it!

The Market Common

For first-class shopping in a modern downtown setting, The Market Common is sure to delight shoppers. The Market Common offers visitors a tremendous assortment of shops and boutiques including Pottery Barn, Orvis, Sunglass Hut, Anthropologie, Coastal Urge, and many more. In addition to the long list of great shops around the area, fantastic dining options are around every corner, with eateries like Co Sushi, Tupelo Honey Cafe, Travinia Italian Kitchen, and Nacho Hippo satisfying any appetite!

The Hammock Shops Village

The Original Hammock Shop opened in Pawleys Island all the way back in 1938 as one of the few roadside shops in Pawleys Island. The “arrogantly shabby” atmosphere that Pawleys Island is famous for remains but over the years new additions have joined the Hammock Shop, with many shops taking residence in historic buildings moved to and reclaimed as stores. Over 20 neighbor stores are located within the Village including Haute Hanger, Elegantz, The Freckled Frog, and Coastal Wine Boutique, all comfortably shaded under a canopy of live oaks and coastal pines.

In addition to these great shopping destinations, you can also scope out amazing deals at one of two area Tanger Outlets as well as Coastal Grand Mall, the largest mall in the state of South Carolina. The easiest way to have some extra shopping money during your trip to Myrtle Beach is to book your Grand Strand getaway! You’re guaranteed to reserve an amazing Myrtle Beach vacation rental at an unbeatable price.