Myrtle Beach, SC

Myrtle Beach Is The Heart of The Grand Strand

Unlike the border cities to the left or the right, Myrtle Beach is the heart of the Grand Strand. It has the largest population of all the cities on the Grand Strand. Myrtle Beach has an approximate population of 32,240 as of July 2017 according to the U.S. census bureau and it continues to grow.

A Few Historic Tidbits About Myrtle Beach

In 1936 the city became an island because of a separation caused by the Intracoastal Waterway. There is evidence that some of the first residents of the area were the Withers family. They left the area after a devastating hurricane in 1822. The area remained uninhabited until Franklin Burroughs; an entrepreneur arrived in the late 1900’s. Franklin Burroughs had a vision to make Myrtle Beach a resort area. To this day, Burroughs/Chapin remains active in Myrtle Beach.

What Is The Attraction To Myrtle Beach?

Myrtle Beach offers something for everyone. Young people and families alike are attracted to the beach and boardwalk. There are so many fun things for people of all ages to do. You can rent a beach house or stay at a condo with an awesome view of the ocean or Intracoastal Waterway. The choices are numerous.

The huge Ferris wheel has become somewhat of the landmark in Myrtle Beach. It has become synonymous with Myrtle Beach. You can see miles of beautiful beach as the Ferris wheel takes you up. There is entertainment for all at Myrtle Beach. Golfers are attracted to the many great golf courses in the area. Broadway at the Beach is a great place to take the family for entertainment, delicious food, and people watching. You can definitely get your exercise by just walking around and checking out the shops. Myrtle Beach offers live entertainment with big name celebrities that would rival any major city. The small theatre at the Market Common is a good choice to see a play. If you are an art lover you will appreciate that Myrtle Beach has several art galleries. You can also enjoy great shopping and dining at the Market Common. The beautiful lakefront at the Market Common has become the hub for many social activities in the Myrtle Beach area. On a rainy day enjoy the Grand Coastal Mall or get your bowling on at the new bowling alley.

Baby boomers from around the country and Canada continue to flock to Myrtle Beach and the surrounding areas because of the lower cost of living and the moderate winter temperatures that rarely go below freezing. There is a major housing boom going on in the area. Tideland Health Center is also building a huge outpatient facility just outside of Market Common proper.

Traveling To Myrtle Beach

Driving- Take I-95 from the North or South – There are several routes from I-95.
Fly- Myrtle Beach Intl Airport – Several major airlines fly here.
Train- Amtrak stops in Florence- Approximately an hour drive to Myrtle Beach.
Bus- Grey Hound- Arrive in downtown Myrtle Beach.

Myrtle Beach has a beautiful coastline, great dining and packed with activities for all age groups.