When you think of your “happy place,” where do you go? For some, it may be the cozy mountains or the posh city, but for those of us who consider ourselves “beach people,” it’s the sand and surf that make us smile. The tranquility that comes from the lull of the waves, the simple blues and tans that make up… Read More “Decoration Ideas, Bring Garden City Beach Back to Your Home.”

Love is in the air as February 14th nears. If you’re looking for a romantic Valentine’s get-away, come enjoy beautiful Myrtle Beach. Whether you are looking to spend the weekend, or you’re already a local, there are plenty of heartfelt ideas for you and your loved one. Something unique that our beach-side oasis offers, is the ability to head out… Read More “Love is in the Air this Valentines Day”

With so many restaurants to choose from along the Grand Strand, deciding where to eat can easily become overwhelming. That’s why we asked our viewers to rank their favorite spots to eat at the MarshWalk where great dining meets beautiful inlet views. If you are not familiar already, the MarshWalk offers several waterfront dining options that are connected by a… Read More “Top Places to get Seafood at the MarshWalk”

Why Booking Direct Makes a Difference What is a vacation rental? How do I know if the bedroom set-up is right for my family? How close is this condo to area activities? Can I use a tent or canopy on the beach? There are many things to consider when planning the perfect vacation for your family and Garden City Realty… Read More “Book Direct with Garden City Realty”

This Superbowl Sunday, we’ll be seeing red as the Kansas City Chiefs play the San Francisco 49ers. Even if these aren’t your favorite teams, Superbowl Sunday is the perfect time to sit down with family and friends for one of America’s biggest sporting events of the year. Show your spirit with these winning party ideas: First off, begin planning your… Read More “Superbowl Sunday Party Ideas”

We have all heard once or twice not to swim by a pier, but what is the exact reasoning for this? While movies and TV shows have made it look fun to jump and splash around these structures, there are many underlying dangers. For one, many pier jumpers will face legal consequences. In Horry County, for example, there is a… Read More “Safety Tips for Swimming by the Pier”

Each January first, we like to imagine all of the ways we will be different in the next 365 days. Our resolutions include how we will eat better, work harder, change our mindsets. Sometimes along the way, we lose sight of the amazing things we hope to do and fall back into the patterns of life. So, this year, let’s… Read More “Bring the Beach into Your 2020 Resolution”

If you’re missing the calming lull of ocean waves, think about taking a ride out into the Atlantic on a dolphin tour! With some companies continuing into the winter months, there are various options to take the family on a fun, educational day trip—or to just start planning ahead for 2020! Most dolphin tours glide through the coastal waterways in… Read More “Dolphins”

As winter slowly approaches and steals away our beach days, we may want to hold onto the things that remind us of those warm afternoons in the sun. One way to do this is to bring the beach inside—minus the sand. And so, we turn to decorate with seashells, a wonderfully nautical, and cheap solution to our winter blues. Displaying… Read More “Seashells”

Fall, the season of crunchy leaves, cool breezes, and football. Yes, the season to huddle in the bleachers or around the coffee table, cheering on your favorite players. This year do something special for your fellow-football-fans with a fun party! Here are some ideas to pumpkin-spice it up:  Organize a neighborhood tailgate! Not everybody wants to line up outside of… Read More “Football season is in full swing”