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July 3, 2022June 29, 2022

Enjoy Grand Strand Handicap Accessible Activities

There are many handicap-accessible activities to participate in during your stay at the Grand Strand! Imagine planning an entire vacation, packing, and traveling just to arrive and find out that there are few activities that you can participate in. No one deserves to feel left out during vacation. At Garden City Realty, we are happy to assist in your search… Read More

December 21, 2021December 21, 2021

GARDEN CITY REALTY’S GUIDE FOR BEGINNING BIRDERS

While dipping your toes in the Atlantic may not be ideal this time of year, there’s another outdoor winter activity you can partake in when you’re visiting along the South Strand that you might not have thought about. Have you ever tried birdwatching – or simply “birding” as it’s called by those in the know? You may not have expected… Read More

October 25, 2021October 27, 2021

Fall 2021 Vacation in Garden City Beach: Your Seven Day Coupon Guide

When the leaves start falling and the air gets chillier, it’s time to start planning your fall break vacation, so why not visit the Garden City Beach area? The beach may not seem like your typical fall vacation spot, but there are plenty of things to do in Myrtle Beach near your vacation rental that don’t involve cold weather and… Read More

July 9, 2021July 8, 2021

Garden City Realty’s Early Arrival Survival Tips

You packed up the family wagon in the wee morning hours, got a jump on rush hour traffic, there weren’t excessive bathroom breaks along the way, and somehow your crew landed in Garden City Beach ahead of schedule. Because Garden City Realty’s (GCR) vacation rentals are booked at 100 percent occupancy through July with limited availability in August, do not… Read More

June 25, 2021June 28, 2021

2021 FOURTH OF JULY ACTIVITIES NEAR GARDEN CITY BEACH

With the world beginning to reopen in 2021, we’re all looking for anything and everything to celebrate. Why not have some fun in Garden City this Fourth of July? There are plenty of events, fireworks, and activities near Surfside Beach to get you outside and in the sun. That’s why Garden City Realty did some research to make it easier… Read More

September 24, 2020October 27, 2020

Dog-Friendly Activities

We see our pets as parts of the family. They live with us, sleep with us, and share in some of our happiest moments. Although we can’t take them everywhere, we sure can try to include them as much as possible—even when it comes down to the family vacation. Now, it may seem impossible to include your furry friend on… Read More

August 14, 2020October 27, 2020

Things to Do on a Rainy Day

Are you feeling trapped in the house on a rainy day? Even though the weather seems bad, there are still plenty of things to enjoy during a summer storm! Here’s a list of rainy-day activities for a gray afternoon: If you’re vacationing, you might’ve had a few long days in the sun. This is the perfect time to refresh and… Read More

May 9, 2018

Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally 2018

79th Annual Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally May 11-20, 2018 The Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally is almost here! Weekly festivities will include bike shows and vendors, as well as a 200-mile loop-tour through Horry and Georgetown Counties. South Strand visitors can expect hot-spots like the Beaver Bar, Suck Bang Blow, and Jamin’ Leather to be jammed packed with events… Read More

February 9, 2015

Pack the Valentine-themed crafts and snacks for your kid-friendly beach getaway

When I have the time, and patience, to plan ahead before a trip I like to create themed goodie bags for the kids that are inspired by our journey. Whether it’s the destination, season, or parts of the country were traveling through, it’s always fun to find different ways to get the kids excited about the trip. Other than… Read More

July 10, 2014

Vacation Tips for the Frugal Vacationer (Mom)

Now, even though I only live a few minutes from the beach my family needs a vacation too (not everyone goes to the beach for vacation, shocking, I know) and sometimes we go on what we like to call a stay-cation by taking in local events and activities aimed at tourists. There are a lot of free things to do… Read More