Grand Strand Freedom Week Celebrates 20 Years with Special Events Jan. 17-21 to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy

Grand Strand Freedom Week Celebrates 20 Years with Special Events Jan. 17-21  to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy

The Carolina African American Heritage Foundation (CAAHF), in partnership with the City of Myrtle Beach and the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce (MBACC), will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Grand Strand Freedom Week, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with special events from Jan. 17 to 21, 2025.

Visit Myrtle Beach Honored with 2024 Travel Vanguard Award for Autism-Friendly Travel Efforts

Visit Myrtle Beach Honored with 2024 Travel Vanguard Award  for Autism-Friendly Travel Efforts

Visit Myrtle Beach is proud to announce its recognition as one of nine travel organizations and one of only two U.S.-based destination marketing organizations to receive a 2024 Travel Vanguard Award from Afar magazine, an international authority in inspiring and empowering conscientious travelers.

Myrtle Beach Classic Honored with PGA Tour's 'Best-in-Class Element" Award for the Q at Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach Classic Honored with PGA Tour's 'Best-in-Class Element" Award for the Q at Myrtle Beach

The PGA TOUR has recognized the Myrtle Beach Classic with the “Best-In-Class Element” award for its innovative and groundbreaking feature, The Q at Myrtle Beach. This accolade places the inaugural Classic among the standout events of the TOUR’s 2024 season, recognizing its exceptional creativity, audience engagement and impact on the game.

Myrtle Beach PR Tourism Highlights for November 2024

Myrtle Beach PR Tourism Highlights for November 2024

November national media coverage showcased Myrtle Beach as a top destination for holiday and family travel, outdoor activities including golf and fishing, entertainment and music, and great local cuisine. These themes were highlighted by features in Travel & Leisure, which showcased Myrtle Beach as an affordable Thanksgiving getaway, Conde Nast Traveler, which updated an article including Myrtle Beach as a city that goes all out for Christmas, and Fishing Booker, which named the area a top Thanksgiving fishing location.

Myrtle Beach PR Tourism Highlights for October 2024

Myrtle Beach PR Tourism Highlights for October 2024

October national media coverage featured several coverage themes including Myrtle Beach’s status as an affordable and budget-friendly travel destination, especially for fall travel, leading golf and sensory-friendly spot, and a great place to retire. Prominent coverage included stories with The Washington Post, Forbes, Southern Living, and The Post and Courier, as well as with travel- and food-focused publications such as Travel Off Path, The Group Travel Leader, Travel and Tour World, Travel Week, QSR Magazine. The coverage featured several priority messaging themes including affordable, family, and event-based experiences; accolades; experiences beyond The Beach; the destination’s evolving culinary scene; and more. 

Winter Wonderland at The Beach Illuminates Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, Brings Festive Weekend Events for 30-Plus Days of Holiday Fun

Winter Wonderland at The Beach Illuminates Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, Brings Festive Weekend Events for 30-Plus Days of Holiday Fun

The holiday season in Myrtle Beach is set to be more enchanting than ever with the return of Winter Wonderland at The Beach. This annual oceanfront light display and festival, produced by the City of Myrtle Beach in partnership with the Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance and the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau, promises a unique blend of coastal charm and holiday spirit.

Peacock Network to Premiere Visit Myrtle Beach’s TV Series ‘Traveling the Spectrum’ on Dec. 12

Peacock Network to Premiere Visit Myrtle Beach’s TV Series  ‘Traveling the Spectrum’ on Dec. 12

The Grand Strand’s long-standing commitment to being a welcoming destination for neurodiverse families is highlighted in the groundbreaking new TV series “Traveling the Spectrum,” set to make its nationwide debut on Dec. 12 when it premieres on the Peacock streaming network.

Visit Myrtle Beach’s Sandy Haines Earns Certified Tour Professional Certification by National Tour Association

Visit Myrtle Beach’s Sandy Haines Earns Certified Tour Professional Certification by National Tour Association

Visit Myrtle Beach proudly announces Sandy Haines, director of group tour sales, has earned the Certified Tour Professional (CTP) certification by the National Tour Association (NTA).

Haines was recognized for her achievement during this year’s NTA Travel Exchange, a gathering of travel industry leaders held Nov. 17-20, 2024, in Huntsville, Ala. Earning the CTP designation requires significant industry experience, completion of specialized coursework in areas like business management and tour operations, and passing assessments to demonstrate expertise.

Festive Cheer and Winter Warmth in Myrtle Beach, SC

Festive Cheer and Winter Warmth in Myrtle Beach, SC

With sunny days lasting well into December, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, offers an inviting escape for a magical holiday getaway. Visitors to the Grand Strand this winter will enjoy a mild climate that’s perfect for outdoor activities, beachside relaxation and an array of festive celebrations that include popular annual events and traditions.

Nominate Your Favorite Grand Strand Chefs for 2025 James Beard Awards

Nominate Your Favorite Grand Strand Chefs for 2025 James Beard Awards

The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce (MBACC) Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is encouraging the community to recognize the talented chefs and restaurateurs in the region by nominating them for the 2025 James Beard Awards.

The James Beard Foundation (JBF), renowned for honoring excellence in culinary arts, is accepting entries and recommendations through Nov. 29, 2024.

Myrtle Beach PR Tourism Highlights for September 2024

Myrtle Beach PR Tourism Highlights for September 2024

September national media coverage featured several coverage themes including Myrtle Beach’s position as a budget-friendly travel destination and a top place to travel to this fall; the top affordable places to live and retire; the best beaches; the thriving culinary scene; and the inclusive nature of the destination for travelers with autism. 

Prominent coverage included stories with The Travel, The Weather Network, Travel Off Path, Meetings Today, Travel Noire, Travel and Tour World, Fox News, AFAR, Leisure Group Travel, and Town & Country. The coverage featured several priority messaging themes including affordable, family, and event-based experiences; accolades; experiences beyond The Beach; the region’s evolving culinary scene; and more. 

Myrtle Beach PR Tourism Highlights for August 2024

Myrtle Beach PR Tourism Highlights for August 2024

August national media coverage featured several coverage themes including Myrtle Beach’s position as an affordable and budget-friendly travel destination; the best last-minute vacations and destination to vacation for Labor Day; and the best places to live and retire. 

Prominent coverage included stories with E! News, Reader’s Digest, HGTV, Southern Living, and The Travel. The coverage featured several priority messaging themes including affordable, family, and event-based experiences; accolades; experiences beyond The Beach; the region’s evolving culinary scene; and more.