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.
National/Regional Tourism News
9/1, Yahoo! News, Myrtle Beach brewery hosts Labor Day Oktoberfest bash
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9/1, Yahoo! News, Community unites through gospel music, praise at annual Myrtle Beach festival
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9/1, Wavecrea, Hotels With Indoor Pools Myrtle Beach Sc
9/1, H5, Step Aside, Florida: The Carolinas and Tennessee Are 2024’s Top Affordable Living Spots
9/1, The Travel, 7 Cheapest East Coast Cities To Travel To In September 2024
9/2, Yahoo! News, Myrtle Beach, SC, man makes Top 10 on MasterChef. Here are 5 things we know about the cook
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9/2, Yahoo! News, Horry County beach rules set to change after Labor Day
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9/2, Yahoo! News, SC has one of 10 most affordable fall destination spots in US for Airbnb rentals. Take a look
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9/3, Country 103.7, 4 New After Labor Day Rules For Myrtle Beach
9/3, The Weather Network, Myrtle Beach: Your ultimate sun-kissed getaway (sponsored post)
9/4, Yahoo! Life, Myrtle Beach Convention Center looks forward to South Carolina’s Largest Garage Sale
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9/4, Yahoo! Life, Myrtle Beach Jeep Jam returns for 7th annual event in October
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9/4, Travel Off Path, These Are The 5 Most Affordable U.S. Cities To Visit This Fall According To Airbnb
9/4, LA Family Travel, Exploring the Atlantic Coast: The Top 17+ Things to Do in Myrtle Beach for Families
9/5, The Travel, 7 Carolina Beach Towns With Myrtle Beach Vibes, But Better (lauds Myrtle Beach as a year-round destination for entertainment, a perfect family beach destination, known for world-class golf courses and more while comparing other cities and Grand Strand beaches)
9/5, Yahoo! Life, ‘Bigger and better than before’: Beach ‘n Chili Fest returns to Grand Strand for 4th year
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9/5, Yahoo! Life, SC coastal city named one of most ‘Instagrammable’ beaches in U.S. Is it on your post?
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9/5, Yahoo! Life, Grand Strand speeds through 2024 Mustang Week at Myrtle Beach Mall
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9/5, Yahoo! Finance, PGA Tour’s economic impact illustrate golf remains big business in South Carolina
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9/6, Yahoo! Life, 30,000 Mustang enthusiasts ride into Myrtle Beach for Mustang Week
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9/6, Yahoo! Life, Celebrate fall with these new 11 seasonal craft beers from Myrtle Beach, SC area breweries
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9/6, Yahoo! News, New McDonald’s restaurant to open in the Myrtle Beach, SC area. Where will it be located?
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9/6, Hooked On Golf, Front Nine Renovation of King’s North at Myrtle Beach National is Set to be Complete for Early October Reopening
9/6, WTOP News, The Best Places to Live By the Beach in the U.S. in 2024-2025
9/7, Memorable TV, Chef Swap at the Beach: 3-Course Club Dinner (Cooking Channel, Saturday, September 7, 2024) (Chef Swap at The Beach)
9/7, Yahoo! Life, 5 of the highest-rated campgrounds for tents, RVs and cottages around Myrtle Beach, SC
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9/7, TV Is My Pacifier, Saturday on TV – 9/7/24 (Chef Swap at The Beach)
9/8, Yahoo! Life, SC city fastest growing for retirees in US. Here’s why it beat out Florida as best place
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9/8, Meetings Today, A Meeting Planner's Guide to the Most Prominent Hotels and Event Venues in South Carolina
9/9, Yahoo! News, 9 Grand Strand charities awarded more than $225,000 following inaugural Myrtle Beach Classic
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9/9, Sky 21, Top 5 Buffets In South Carolina: Where To Find The Best Southern Flavors
9/9, My Kukun, A look at the fastest growing towns in America
9/9, Club and Resort Business, Renovation of Myrtle Beach Gem Nears Completion
9/9, Flag Stick, Golf Travel: Front Nine Renovation of King’s North at Myrtle Beach National Nears Completion
9/9, NCESC, 10 Best Marriott Beach Hotels in the U.S.
9/9, Off Road Xtreme, 2024 Myrtle Beach Jeep Jam Coming Soon: Obstacle Course, Show-N-Grime, And More
9/10, Yahoo! News, A new grocery store could open near Market Common. Is it a Trader Joe’s? What we know
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9/10, Yahoo! News, Here are Grand Strand, Pee Dee communities holding 9/11 remembrance events
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9/10, I Way Magazine, Foundation to Showcase Grand Strand's Culinary Talent
9/10, East End Taste, How to Plan Your First Family Vacation to Myrtle Beach
9/10, Yahoo! News, Here are 6 of the best karaoke hot spots in the Myrtle Beach, SC area. Have you tried any?
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9/11, Yahoo! News, Myrtle Beach holds annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony at Warbird Park
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9/11, Yahoo! News, Myrtle Beach first responders honor sacrifices of 9/11 fallen at evening tribute
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9/11, Yahoo! News, 1,500+ lbs. of food donated to Helping Hand by Waves of Praise Gospel Fest attendees
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9/11, Travel Noire, NO PASSPORT, NO PROBLEM: THESE ARE THE TOP 8 BEACHES IN THE USA
9/11, MSN, Top Beaches in USA
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9/12, World Atlas, 8 Most Bike-Friendly Towns In South Carolina
9/13, Yahoo! News, Grand Strand’s culinary scene to be highlighted on national stage
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9/13, MSN, Revealed: The 30 Best Waterfront Cities In America
9/13, Memorable TV, Chef Swap at the Beach: Farmers Market Basket Challenge (Cooking Channel, Saturday, September 14, 2024)
9/13, AAFMAA, Where Americans Are Moving in 2024
9/13, Geeky Hobbies, September 14, 2024 TV and Streaming Schedule: Complete List of New Episodes, Movies and Specials
9/14, Yahoo! Life, Biggest SC shag festival is here. What to know about shag dancing and where to learn it
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9/14, Yahoo! Life, Myrtle Beach isn’t known for fall foliage. But these scenic drives offer plenty to see
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9/14, MSN, The best town to retire to in the South, based on data—and see the rest of the top 50
9/14, TV is My Pacifier, Saturday on TV – 9/14/24 (Chef Swap at The Beach)
9/14, Islands, With Festivals And Beaches, This South Carolina Island Offers A Quiet Coastal Fall Vacation
9/16, Yahoo! Entertainment, Country music singer Justin Moore to headline Careteam Plus benefit at Pelicans Ballpark
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9/16, Travel and Tour World, TravelingWiki Foundation To Boost Industry Presence In Bay Area Following Breakthrough Autism Training At LIFT Academy
9/16, Mindfully American, 15 Fastest-Growing Cities in the U.S.
9/17, Mindfully American, 25 U.S. Tourist Attractions Americans Love
9/17, Travel Press, Myrtle Beach invites travel agents to upcoming webinar
9/17, Fox News, This South Carolina travel guide will spark joy for visitors looking for beautiful beaches, historic tours
9/17, Halla Back, This South Carolina travel guide will spark joy for visitors looking for beautiful beaches, historic tours
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9/17, SW Florida Daily News, Discover The Hidden Gems Of South Carolina: Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head, And Beyond For Your Perfect Getaway!
9/17, World Travel Blog, This South Carolina travel guide will spark joy for visitors looking for beautiful beaches, historic tours
9/18, Yahoo! Entertainment, Myrtle Beach man wins Fox’s ‘Master Chef.’ See what he cooked to take top honors
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9/18, Yahoo! News, Myrtle Beach man cooks way to final 3 on ‘Master Chef.’ You can meet him at a watch party
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9/18, AFAR, This Inclusive Beach Town Welcomes Autistic Travelers (sponsored content)
9/18, Travelling Weasels, THE 8 BEST MYRTLE BEACH RESORTS FOR THE ULTIMATE SOUTH CAROLINA GETAWAY
9/18, Ford Performance, MUSTANG WEEK RETAINS BUCKET-LIST STATUS FOR BOTH OWNERS AND FANS
9/19, Yahoo! Life, Visit Myrtle Beach and 3 local chefs return from NYC after taking culinary talents to the national stage
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9/19, Yahoo! Entertainment, ‘MasterChef: Generations’ winner Michael Leonard: ‘It’s like I’m living this alternate reality’ [WATCH]
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9/19, Woman Around Town, Creating Lasting Memories: Unforgettable Experiences in Myrtle Beach
9/19, AFAR, A Disability-Friendly Weekend Guide to Myrtle Beach (sponsored content)
9/20, Yahoo! Life, 11 events to check out around Myrtle Beach, SC if you’re in town for the Fall Bike Rally
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9/20, Geeky Hobbies, September 21, 2024 TV and Streaming Schedule: Complete List of New Episodes, Movies and Specials
9/20, World Atlas, 7 Picturesque Towns In Atlantic Coast For A Weekend Retreat In 2024
9/20, The Pop Culturist, What's On Tonight (Saturday): Radio on the internet (Chef Swap at the Beach)
9/20, AFAR, The Ultimate Food and Drink Guide to Myrtle Beach (sponsored content)
9/21, Memorable TV, Chef Swap at the Beach: Spicy Fusion Challenge (Cooking Channel, Saturday, September 21, 2024)
9/22, Yahoo! Life, New steakhouse opening in Myrtle Beach, SC. Owner has other restaurants in city
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9/22, World Atlas, 7 Welcoming Towns To Retire In The Southern United States
9/23, Franchising.com, New Hand & Stone Spa Set to Open in Myrtle Beach – Carolina Forest
9/23, International Franchise Association, NEW HAND & STONE SPA SET TO OPEN IN MYRTLE BEACH – CAROLINA FOREST
9/24, Leisure Group Travel, OUTDOOR THINGS TO DO IN MYRTLE BEACH
9/24, Group Tour Magazine, Outdoor Escapades
9/25, Yahoo! Life, PET PATROL: 2024 SeptemberFest! in Barefoot Landing
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9/25, Yahoo! Life, Thousands expected in town for fall Myrtle Beach Bike Rally
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9/25, New York Style Guide, 6 COMPELLING REASONS TO PLAN A FAMILY VACATION TO MYRTLE BEACH
9/25, Carmen’s Luxury Travel, Travel Guide on How-To Select The Best Family-Friendly Restaurants
9/26, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Why you should give Myrtle Beach another chance for your beach trip
9/26, Yahoo! Entertainment, Carolina Country Music Fest tickets go on sale in October; festival set for June 5-8
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9/26, Go Last Minute, Myrtle Beach: The Most Well Known "Hidden Gem" in America
9/26, Yahoo! News, SC and local alcohol regulations to know before the 2024 Fall Myrtle Beach Bike Rally
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9/26, Yahoo! Life, New Myrtle Beach hotel opening for Halloween. It’s so scary that only adults can get in
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9/27, Post and Courier, Tropical Storm Helene moves through the Myrtle Beach area today. The fall bike rally is still on.
9/27, Memorable TV, Chef Swap at the Beach: BBQ Cookoff! (Cooking Channel, 28 September 2024)
9/27, Family Vacationist, Double your fun at these family resorts with awesome 2-for-1 deals
9/27, The Pop Culturist, What's On Tonight (Saturday): The horror, the horror (Chef Swap at the Beach)
9/28, TV Is My Pacifier, Saturday on TV – 9/28/24 (Chef Swap at the Beach)
9/28, Jim Byers Travel, From North Carolina To New York And Detroit To Palm Beach, Nine Great Eastern And Midwest U.S. Destinations For Fall
9/30, Yahoo! Life, Vacation Myrtle Beach-branded resorts offering discounted rates for Helene evacuees
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9/30, Yahoo! Life, 5 things to know about shellfish in the Myrtle Beach, SC area before harvesting season
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9/30, Yahoo! Life, More than 40 states represented at World Championship Chili Cook-Off in Myrtle Beach
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9/30, Town & Country, What to Pack for a Myrtle Beach Getaway