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August 15, 2015

Summer May Be Ending, But It’s Never Too Late to Start Your Vacation

Summer Isn’t Over Yet…As we approach the middle of August, school is starting back up and some are returning to work. Summer sure does seem to fly past us and some may think they didn’t have enough time to enjoy the vacation they hoped and planned for. Here’s the thing – it’s not too late.Life can get in the way,… Read More

July 14, 2015

VRBO

VRBO – Vacation Rental By Owner Facts you need to know… Have you been thinking about marketing your own property on VRBO®, HomeAway® or Craigslist®? Have you thought about booking your own summer vacation through either of these sites? Over the course of last year, I have received dozens of questions regarding these two topics: the risks and rewards of… Read More

June 30, 2015

Mini-Golf at the Beach

Vacationing and golf go hand-in-hand when visiting the Myrtle Beach area. Known for its award winning golf courses, South Carolina’s “grand strand” is a popular destination for beach go-ers, restaurant connoisseurs, and avid golf players. While everyone has the capability of going to restaurants and the beach, not everyone has the ability to play a round of golf. Fortunately, the… Read More

May 22, 2015

Pluff Mud: Gotta Love it

Pluff Mud: Gotta Love it By William Hewitt You know that smelly, gooey, dark mush that you always try to avoid? No, not your mother-in-law’s cooking. I’m talking of course about the slick matter that molds the geographical shape of its ecosystem and keeps it nutritionally balanced: pluff mud. All low-country locals know of it, smell it, and oddly enough have even tasted it.… Read More

May 20, 2015

Fishing on the South Strand

Fishing on the South Strand By William Hewitt The shores of South Carolina host a variety of species of fish, crustaceans, and mollusks, attracting many locals and tourists to take part in the sport of fishing. Whether you prefer trolling from the stern of a boat, angling from the planks of a pier, or casting from the shorelines of the ocean,… Read More

April 30, 2015

The Ultimate Cheat Sheet on Vacation

The Ultimate Cheat Sheet on VacationVacation. We all need one, most of us get one, but some of us have no idea what to do once we have one. Where do I go? What do I do? How much is this going to cost me? It is important to take time to map out a plan and possibly a list… Read More

March 3, 2014

Voted 2013 Best of the Beach

Garden City Realty was voted best vacation home rental company in the visitors voice section of the 2013 Best of the Beach contest, a specialty publication of The Sun News. This recognition marks the fifth year in a row that Garden City Realty placed in this category, taking first place in 2010 and 2009. Voting for the annual Best of… Read More

August 15, 2012

Summer Recipe Series: Peach Salsa

Summer is in full swing and one of the greatest things about this time of year is the amazing fresh produce available. If you’re like me, now is the perfect opportunity to take advantage of the freshest ingredients and make dishes that are full flavored yet still light enough to beat the heat without being heavy (because the last thing… Read More

July 20, 2011

New Movie Theater in Murrells Inlet Opens with a Bang!

Anyone who lives on or likes to visit the South end of the Grand Strand are in for a treat! A new, state-of-the-art movie theater has opened at the Inlet Square Mall! The 11 screen cinema features Sony surround sound, comfy leather chairs, and stadium seating, sure to be a hit with residents of Garden City, Murrells Inlet and Pawleys… Read More

April 28, 2010

Fried Green Tomatoes: A Garden City Beach summer staple!

Welcome to the first in the Southern Summer Recipe Series! Every week, we will be featuring a favorite recipe from one of the Garden City Realty staff, in hopes that you might be able to bring a little piece of the Beach back to your home! Our very first recipe is a southern summer staple: the fried green tomato! For… Read More