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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.
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.
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 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.
ONEflight International has joined Visit Myrtle Beach as co-title sponsor of the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic, a 72-hole FedExCup Regular Season tournament to be held May 8-11, 2025, at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club in Myrtle Beach. The announcement was made jointly by the PGA TOUR and Visit Myrtle Beach.
January's national media coverage highlighted Myrtle Beach as a "beach lover’s winter paradise," a must-visit spring break destination, a top affordable U.S. vacation spot, an inclusive destination for accessible travel, a family-friendly getaway, and one of the best places to visit with kids. It was also recognized as a great destination for educational trips. Additionally, Myrtle Beach was featured as a a premier destination for entertainment, nightlife, and golf, and an "easy-to-travel-to" location with numerous direct flights available daily. These coverage themes were showcased by prominent consumer publications such as Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and The Wall Street Journal. They were further reinforced by travel and trade publications, including Travel and Tour World, which discussed the growth of domestic leisure travel, as well as QSR Magazine, Airport Improvement, Lodging Magazine, Group Tour Magazine, Apartment Therapy, Realtor.com, GoBankingRates, Disabled World, and more.
Visit Myrtle Beach, the official destination marketing organization of South Carolina’s Grand Strand, invites couples, families and friends to celebrate a very special Valentine’s Day at The Beach. Whether enjoying an evening stroll along the surf, a candlelit dinner for two or a more unique activity, the Myrtle Beach area offers countless ways to make Cupid’s holiday extraordinary.
Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) is proud to announce a historic milestone, with 2024 marking the highest passenger numbers in the airport’s history. This achievement reflects the Grand Strand's growing reputation as a premier travel destination and desirable place to live, alongside the airport’s unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service.
November national media coverage showcased Myrtle Beach as a top destination for holiday travel, family travel, and those looking for sensory-friendly destinations. Coverage also showcased Myrtle Beach as a destination with a rich history and culture; plentiful outdoor activities, sports, entertainment and music; near air routes; and great local cuisine. These coverage themes were highlighted by AFAR, which shared Visit Myrtle Beach’s efforts to make Myrtle Beach a top travel spot for neurodivergent people and its efforts to encourage local restaurants, hotels, and attractions to be certified autism-friendly through Champion Autism Network (CAN), and Disability Scoop sharing the news of the new TV show, Traveling the Spectrum.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
