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nwbeerguide · 3 years

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Crooked Hammock Brewery announces the upcoming release of “Cackalackin, an “easy-drinking American Peach Wheat”.

Press Release

... (North Myrtle Beach, S.C.) - Crooked Hammock Brewery will soon release a new beer inspired by the Carolina coast that highlights the indigenous peach flavors found throughout the south and especially in South Carolina. In keeping with the celebration of the area contained in the flavors of this beer, the brewery partnered with local artist Cathy Collins to create accompanying artwork that expresses the beauty and spirit of exploring the Myrtle Beach area.

Cackalackin’, an easy-drinking American Peach Wheat, embodies the “Hammock State Of Mind” feelings of escapism and adventure with an initial explosion of peach giving way to a sweet, pillowy finish. Cackalackin’ will be released on Saturday, May 29, at 11 a.m. at the North Myrtle Beach Crooked Hammock location. The beer will be available on draft and in 16oz to-go 4packs throughout the summer.

“In planning for our North Myrtle Beach summer seasonal, we decided that we wanted to highlight the indigenous peach flavors found in the south while collaborating with a local artist who could help us artistically portray "Cackalackin," simply defined as a verb for getting out there and enjoying the beauty of the Grand Strand, on the can,” said Tom Little, Crooked Hammock Beer Brand Manager. “After meeting with Cathy and learning about the depth of her roots along the Carolina coast, she was the clear and obvious choice.”

Cathy Collins worked with Crooked Hammock to create a design that embodies the spirit of the Grand Strand with inspiration from the colors and landscapes tucked away in the corners of the area. She has lived in the Myrtle Beach area for around 40 years and has more than 20 years of experience as a mural artist and painter, with residential and commercial projects throughout the southeast.

Cathy grew up on the area’s rivers, creeks and marshes, exploring by foot and by boat while clamming and catching fish and oysters. Her idea for the Cackalackin’-inspired artwork came from time spent on the area’s waterways enjoying the vivid combination of colors in the sunrises and sunsets. The peach colors scattered throughout the sky and reflecting off of the blue water in her piece both capture the blush of those sunrises and sunsets as well as nod to the beer’s peach flavors.

Cathy’s Cackalackin’ artwork will not only be featured on the beer can, but is also displayed in a mural in the bathroom hallway at the North Myrtle Beach location.

About Crooked Hammock Brewery

Crooked Hammock Brewery opened its doors for its first location in Lewes, Delaware in October of 2015. After four short years, it extended its reach just north of the original location with a 4,000 square foot space opening in Middletown, Delaware in fall 2019. In March of 2021, Crooked Hammock opened a third location in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Crooked Hammock is a craft brewery, restaurant and backyard beer garden that creates an easy-going, approachable environment. The craft beer lineup boasts light and perfectly crushable beers to lie in a hammock with and pairs nicely with the classic backyard cookout inspired menus. Its mission is to provide a place for all ages, incomes, and interests to experience and enjoy the hammock state of mind. Both locations include a backyard beer garden with activities for all ages, with hammocks, corn hole, ping pong, playgrounds, bocce, and more.

About La Vida Hospitality

La Vida Hospitality is a hospitality and entertainment management company based out of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. La Vida is a leader in creating lifestyle-focused hospitality brands that create emotional bonds with its team, guests and surrounding communities. The brands it develops embrace the mentality of taking a break, enjoying the ride, and always making memories along the way.

More information about La Vida Hospitality can be found online at www.lavidahospitality.com.

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aureliasaid · 3 years

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Four Dalmations

Croatia June 14-22, 2019

Quick summary - 7 days in the Dalmatian Coast - 2 nights in Spilt, 2 nights in Hvar, 3 nights in Dubrovnik. Weather was incredible with blue skies every day, highs in the 80s and lows in the 70s. Much warmer than I expected as winds were nil. See final thoughts after.

Saturday, 6/14

Landed Dubrovnik after a new direct flight from Philly (which apparently is a big deal as all the Croatians knew about and asked us about it. Maybe the only direct flight from the US.) We were driven to Spilt to start our journey. About a 4 hour drive (and through the odd little stretch of Bosnia, which is a pain for passport checks,) it is very picturesque along the coastline seeing the water the entire time, the oyster “fields,” the agricultural valley, and vineyards all along the way. Also lots of open mouth naps en route.

We arrived to a very crowded Split...can’t imagine July and August. We were staying at the Hotel Vestibul, which is a unique and modern very small hotel carved out of the vestibul of the Diocletian Palace, a huge walled former palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, built around 230 AD and now Spilt’s Old Town. In the Dark Ages, it became a village within the walls and remains the old town today full of narrow passageways and charming nooks and piazzas. You can dodge the crowds once on the interior away from the Dalmatian singers, cruise ship crowds, weekenders, and waterfront. Once inside, you will find a sophisticated and hip world full of restaurants and shops and millions of sobe (rooms.) The Croats are not dumb with every enterprising option possible for travel to the islands, activities, açaí bowls, etc.

Tip - I’m not an AirBnB person, but Europe apparently is a great place to do it as they are all supposed to be quite nice.

A mix of all its past history, Croatian food illustrates this as evidenced on the menu. Lunch was the highlight after long travels and the hotel suggested Uje Oil, clearly a modern enterprising owner (tapas like olive oil bar) where we landed at an outside table for a perfect meal of trying the Croatian favs including Italian-like arugula pesto pasta, sausages showing the Hungarian influence, and pasticada, the traditional stew over gnocchi for a mix of the two. Known for its wines, fun fact is that Croatia has been traced as the origin of the Zinfandel grape. We dove in with a light white from Istria, the Malvasia grape. Perf. nap. Eat again at Brokeria, a very hip, casual buzzy spot inside the palace walls. A sparkling rose from Istria from the Tehran grape, octopus on the grill, pasta with truffles (in season and not crazy expensive like in Italy,) smoked seafood risotto and sea bass over a cauliflower mash. Nice. (Others to consider are Zoi and Paradox.)

Sunday, June 16

Maja #1 (pronounced Maya - 30 letters in the Croatian alphabet with lots of consonants) met us at 10am for a historical tour of the Diocletian Palace and surrounding area which was quite interesting taking you from the evolvement of all of the Croatian history from the late Roman Empire, to the Dark Ages of the Barbarians to the Middle Ages of the Christians to the Renaissance of the Venetians Empire, through to a short stint of the Napoleonic French through the Austrian Hapsburgs. (Oh and home to some of the Game of Thrones filming.)

Afterwards, we went to the Kozjak Mountain slope around the Kastel township for a private lunch. Most interesting was listening to Maja talk about where she lived. Her family was originally from the area, but her parents had left and moved to Sarajevo for better work opps. Their summer home was still in the area. When the war broke out with Serbia in 1992 invading first on the Dalmation coast, they told family to move to Sarajevo. That was poor advice as then the Serbs invaded Bosnia and Sarajevo. Her family escaped Sarajevo back to the coast. In this area, you typically lived in good size homes, but of several apartments with other family members, with your own bit of olive trees, maybe fruit trees (cherries in season now,) small vineyard, etc. Enough to make your own of each (or have small producers make for you.) Lunch setting was in a peaceful (Biblical) park with a vineyard and church backdrop. The weather was gorgeous, but hot. The five course meal was remarkable with local pairings of wine. Most notable was the Zinfandel and various types of posip and plavac mali wines.

Back for down time, which Relia and I spent in Zara before we reworked our plans of going to Dvor restaurant on the coast and hiring a boat to take us to Trogir, Croatia’s Little Venice. An small island about 30-40 minutes by car and the same by 20’ center console boat, it is a large marina area, much like the old town of charming limestone mass of buildings and not quite as crowded. The recommended restaurant of TRS was booked, so we landed at Trogar, our chef of the day’s restaurant. It was marginal at best, surprising given the sophisticated and creative meal at lunch, but Robert made us welcome with his final offer of carob rakija liquor. (Other restaurant options suggested was Alka and Marijana.) Back to Split by Uber, plentiful and cheap and always an unusual sensation to me at home and really strange overseas. To bed.

Monday, June 17

Thomas, the Atlantic Marine outfitter skipper met us at the town port just in front of the main gate and Hotel Vestibul entrance in a 25’ motor boat. A two hour ride to the Pakleni Islands off Hvar Island for sun and fun. First swim spot was Stonica, (loved the circled up catamarans pumping pop music for a week of partying. On then to Palmizana Island that has 3 restaurants - we chose the Langanini Bar for lite bites, cabanas, bean bags, and tree cabanas. Most expensive meal yet! but a great change up of Asian food. We headed for Havr Grad (town) to check into the Adriana Spa Hotel, right on the main harbor riva (promenade.) Quite modern, perhaps OTT and thus lacking in some practicalities and maybe Fodor’s is right that it sometimes misses on the 5 star with just small hiccups.) BUT still very lux, sleek and incredible views. We didn’t spa, but it seemed top notch if you like that. Serious breakfast buffet included.

Met our guide at 5pm for an 11k walk to the abandoned village of Malo Grablje for a special dinner at the “home” of a former resident’s whose son opened a restaurant here 10 years ago. The hike was beautiful along the coastal path, but could be shortened by taking a car to the path rather than walking from the hotel. Also would be cooler at this hour since the road is exposed to the afternoon sun and rather toasty. Eat a snack before you go and it is rocky so sturdy shoes. The village was just left by all the inhabitants in the 1960s and now too many family members own the buildings, so they can’t agree on selling anything.

The meal was spectacular with the traditional one pot dish slow cooked in the coals of Peka made with veggies, meats (ours was lamb and veal) or seafood, house made wine and warm just-made sugar coated almonds with Proshec (carob liquor) to finish. Taxi home for sure.

Tuesday, June 18

We met Filip, +385 99 8097 097, our new skipper who was funny and confident with incredible English learned from gaming on War Craft. Off to the Blue Cave, which is a grotto from the volcanic island of Bisevo of incredible blues from the light seeping in under the rock formations. Beautiful and unique, but skippable. Its crowded, though they move the small touring boats along quickly.

We were ready to escape the crowds and swim, so we toured rugged and cave areas of Vis and then to Stinivia cove for a swim. Fairly crowded and the water some debris since its a cove, but still the Adriatic color and temp is totally refreshing. The bathing suit and nationality watching is unending entertainment.

Though there is a small cafe there, we bailed and headed to the port town of Vis Grad which Filip described as large, but was actually small and rather sleepy. He made quick reservation at Tavern (Konoba) Vatrica, which was perfect. Covered terrace on the waterfront, casual with ham and cheese, grilled prawns, salad with creamy feta, Vis rose...perfect. Back for a few more swims at yesterday’s caves by way of the WWI tunnels and lookout plus the WWII submarine tunnel hideout since it was an allied base. The Yugoslavs took it over as there military areas post war.

Cleaned up and a drink in the Hotel Top Bar for the views, a few hands of cards and then a walk to the sunset and apres beach scene at Hula Hula. Def. a scene with bride tribes and more. Canceled our dinner at Gariful - tired of sit down spots and headed to Filip recommended Lola, a small, back street, alley outdoor cafe of excellently prepared “street food”, action packed with the young and DJ thumping remix 90s tunes. Filip also recommended Passarola, a cool and hip looking restaurant off the town square alley with several terraced garden spaces. Would have been perf if we wanted a less casual spot. Back for a rooftop finale round of cards...can’t get enough of the view.

Wednesday, June 19

Yay! Back in the boat with Filip to head to Dubrovnik by way of Korcula, Orebic, and Ston. Korcula, home of Marco Polo and the Silk Road, is a charming town and would be a great place to stay a night or two. Then onto Orebic, on the Peljesac peninsula, considering the best wine growing region in Croatia. We had a stop for a wine tasting at Korta Katarina, a winery estate and lux hotel started by Americans. It was interesting, but unless you are really into wine, skippable. On to Ston, home of the best oysters in the world. A short boat ride to an oyster farmer’s private island to learn about how the oysters are grown, and then a delightful starter of oysters and huge pot of mussels alla buzzara (in white wine, olive oil, garlic and onions) under the shade by the water. Also homemade wine and myrtle berry infused grappa, a very typical aperitif throughout. D.I.V.I.N.E.

Back in the van for an hour trip along the coastline to Dubrovnik. If you thought Spilt was crowded, wow. Though a much smaller city than Spilt, it feels WAY more crowded and much more intense because of being located on the hillside as well as the old city attraction....not to mention the Game of Thrones/Kings Landing magnet.

A reservation mix up which had us for 3 nights at the Excelsior Hotel, switched us to their sister hotel Bellevue. Our Croatian travel agency Calvados Club upgraded our rooms significantly as a result and while it is a 20 minute walk to town vs. a 5 minute walk, it is a smaller hotel, larger rooms and totally renovated on a gorgeous cove that made it feel very private (despite the public beach - all Croatian beaches are public.) Lovely indoor pool, unreal views, very hip and cool. We may have turned out better in the long run.

Poor planning on our fault when we booked the Michelin starred restaurant in Dubrovnik - 360 - for dinner after the oyster and mussels fest. But we were ready and it was quite the gastronomic affair with delightful views and service.

Thursday, June 20

Maja #2, met us to take us to the 3 hr kayak tour from the old city by Fort Lovrijenac around the island of Lokrum and back. Very fun. A few dips and viewing of the nudie beach...a head shaker for me. We walked home so Will could grab a recommended xxxcici sammy while the rest of us ate at the Bellevue beachside cafe and lounged Adriatic style at the Bellevue carved out private beach with umbrellas and chaises, and beach boys while watching the cliff jumpers and reading on the rocky beach. The water temp is just perfect and the water is incredibly clear. I am a huge Adriatic fan.

Maja picked us up at 4 pm for a walking tour of the Old Town concluding with the one mile walk around the city walls for amazing views of the yachts, charming houses, islands and Adriatic. Ready for another break from traditional food and restaurants, we hit a bar on the water built into the walls before having “CroAsian” food at Azur in one of the back/side streets. It was casual and delicious. Highly recommend.

Friday, June 21

Off to the Konavle valley, also known for its wineries and vegetable fields, and fruit orchards to Grude for biking through the countryside and vineyards. Gorgeous backdrop of the stone mountains, cypress trees and once gain crystal blue skies. This area was so named for its system of canals used to irrigate the crops....Roman aqueducts brought water to the area. Very bucolic and well known for its wine and history. A two hour on and off road before meeting Maja to go to a local farm in Cilipi at the home of Marin Vukorep ([email protected]) for a delightful meal very similar to Malo Grablje, but maybe more fun with everything consumed from the farm (prosciutto, goat cheese, bread, olive olive, vegetable purée soup, peka, red and white wine and over 10 homemade rakija varieties with fig, walnut, apricot, etc. Lots of fun - gorgeous setting, relaxing, interesting and another gorgeous day. Debated going to the seaside town of Cavtat, but too full and sleepy!

Back for more Adriatic indulgence and a regroup on dinner (again) after such a large lunch. Bailed on Posat wanting a casual place and discussed Bar Bota for mussels, Kamenice, Tabasco pizzeria, Taj Mahal Bosnian food and Levanat in the Lapad area, but ended up at Mea Culpa pizzeria in the Old Town which was perfect. And that’s a wrap.

Saturday, June 22

Well, not quite as William and I were awaiting the Fort opening at 8am to check it out since we could still use our wall ticket. Check. So long for now.

Final thoughts - We loved everything we did, where we stayed, food and history. The two things we might have changed were the Blue Cave and wine tasting. Everything else was great with enough time to sightsee and yet enjoy the summer time water activities. We might change a few things, but it really depends on one’s MO. We might have stayed in Trogir or Hvar and done a day boat trip to Spilt and Trogir for at least 3 or even 4 nights in the islands perhaps with an overnight in Korcula and maybe just two nights in Dubrovnik. The history is incredible dating back to the Greeks and Romans and throughout right up to modern day with the too recent Yugoslav wars. Mid June is already packed and I would not even think about going in July or August unless you stay on a boat or in the islands. May would be too early for me to enjoy water fun, but Sept should still be very good. Plus July and August would be really hot. Climate is just like NC - hot and humid with lots of the same vegetation. The Croatians are very proud of their country and really do tourism well. It is not a sophisticated 3rd world country like Italy, though there probably is still lots of government corruption and low wages. It is a energized and modern that is savvy about its tourism.

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surfsidescrentals-blog · 4 years

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Best Surfside Beach House Rental

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george-sykes86 · 7 years

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When 2 became 3

It was now time for the arrival of a Mr Patrick Hunt. Our ranks would be bolstered for the next 2 weeks in which would see us venture out of the wilderness and into the more populous locations of Bariloche, Mendoza and Santiago.

Fresh from our 24 hour bus journey we fell through the door of our apartment to find Paddy had already done the evening shop and had beers on ice for us. What a man! Desperate to shake of the the journey we showered and changed and headed out into town to explore the nightlife which proved to be excellent. One street in particular owns closed off to cars after 8pm and as the bars opened temporary stages housed local bands. With only a short amount of time to take in the enormous lakeside town and the surrounding national parks we quickly booked ourselves onto a raft of activities.

Day 1 took us to a stunning lake in search of kayaks. After serif up camp Harriet set off in the direction of the only kayaks visible only to return dejected having failed to use her feminine charms to persuade the hotels resident kayak specialist to part with his prized possessions for an hour. After a bit more sun we set off on a walk around the lake to see some waterfalls marked on the map. At the end of the path we were faced by a dilemma. Two signs, one pointing to the falls the others saying kayaks. I am sure you can guess which won. Day 1 also featured a major highlight. Steak night. Finally we found a restaurant in Argentina that sold us mountains of meat with incredible wine for an outstanding price. Smiles all round! Day 2 featured a ferry trip on the main lake to the last remaining myrtle forest and the beautiful Victoria island. The scenery was spectacular and the day was only tainted by the presence of other people. It started on the ferry with a procession preferring to ignore their amazing surroundings and instead desperately battling each other to get a photo of a seagull eating a cracker out of their hands. This resulted in a lot of rubbish photos, a few painful fingers and my bag being covered in seagull poo. Next up was the myrtle forest and amongst the amazing orange trees were hoards of Asian tourists taking awful selfies. Harriet quickly lost patience and most of the tourists were lucky not to be thrown over the edge of the walkways as she stormed through. Finally we reached Victoria island with our strategy now well defined. Go in the opposite direction to the crowd. With the majority of people flooding to the only restaurant on the island we headed to the beach with its wooden jetty perfect for a bit of tomfoolery. Finding it deserted we set about absorbing as much sun as possible and honing our synchronised diving and bombing skills. By the time the crowds descended upon us we had had our full and headed off to explore the rest of the island in peace. On day 3 it was time to inject some exercise into the week to counteract the steak and wine. This came in the form a 35km hilly cycle around the circuit Chico in the national park. Before setting off we were instructed to take the bikes for a ride to make sure everything was in order. Suitably satisfied and decked out in high via jackets we set off down the road. At the foot of the first steep hill a quick lesson in using gears was quickly dismissed by Harriet who declared her legs were made for cycling. Sadly her attention to detail when checking the bike initially was not up to the same level and although she was able to generate as much power as lance armstrong in his prime a 30% incline without the bottom cog on the front proved her undoing and also almost the undoing of our relationship. After a quick call to the shop a replacement was delivered and things went much more smoothly after that. Beautiful views, some fine cycling and all topped off with a trip to the Patagonia brewery where craft beers were enjoyed in one of the best located bars on the continent. That was pretty much it for Bariloche as after a day washed out with heavy storms it was off again in the bus for another 20 hours up to Mendoza Being the main wine producing region in Argentina we always knew what would take centre stage in Mendoza. During our 5 days there most of the activities either focussed on wine or involved drinking plenty of it. We tried our hand at being proper gauchos with a sunset horse ride in the hills followed by a BBQ and bottomless wine from the vineyard. Despite only booking the activity in the afternoon the sunset was sadly obscured by thick cloud to then unhelpfully be informed by our guide that Mendoza only has 60 days of cloud a year. We managed to pick two of them for our stay. This was a mere speed bump though and we had an excellent evening which finished with a sing along to some classic Argentinian folk songs such as Wonderwall by Oasis. Having not had enough of the bikes in Bariloche we decided to hit the road again but this time at a more sedate pace as we trundled between vineyards to sample the local produce. Harriet was the only casualty of the day not partaking of the final vineyards bounty citing too much sun as the cause. I am prepared to give her the benefit of the doubt on this occasion. Wanting to take it up a notch we took to the waters with a morning of white water rafting followed by paddle boarding in the near by lake. The rafting started as a pleasant wholesome activity but as soon as the white water began to crash over the boat it became a fierce competition between the two boats culminating in the guide for the other boat being pulled into the river after a sneak attack. The paddle boarding was conducted at a slower pace but Harriet was able to demonstrate an unexpected proficiency for the sport. Added to this smorgasbord of excursions was the main reason we were in Mendoza on those particular dates. The annual harvest festival was not to be missed. The streets, lined with outdoor restaurants were treated to an enormous parade with each region having it own float to showcase ta local produce and more importantly its queen. This unexpected extra turned out to be a glorified beauty pageant with one region taking home the bragging rights. Having been warned that the floats often involved the throwing of gifts into the crowd and that concussions were not uncommon, I had my first taste when I was hit between the eyes by a piece of fruit. Luckily only a grape. Bigger items were to follow but I had my wits about me by then. One the floats had passed we were treated to matching bands and some extremely overdressed dance troops. The working theory is that the dancing is some sort of local weight loss initiative as we were passed by wave after wave of thickset Argentinians dressed head to toe in what can only be described as a mix of costume between a flamenco dancer and a Spanish matador. Combine his with 30 degree heat and the pained expressions on their faces said it all. Having seen all this we should not have been surprised when the grand finale, a huge ceremony in the towns amphitheatre, was postponed by a day. The reason given was that there was political problems leading to payment of the dancers. In think the more likely reason is most of the cast were on an IV drip after their earlier exertions. This could have put a damper of the end of the visit but we instead substituted t with a trip to the world famous 1884 restaurant by Argentinian hero Frances Malmann for some excellent steak and wine. Thankfully the next leg of the journey was to Santiago which was a mere 6 hour bus journey over the Andes. This could quite possibly be the most spectacular bus trip on the planet. Santiago was just a short stop to see the major sites but we were all impressed by its understated charm and haphazard layout as a result of the seismic activity that it suffers from. After a couple of days of gentle sightseeing we crowned our two weeks with Paddy with a few drinks. As it turns out the local favourite, a Pisco Sour, slips down nice and easily. I am sure there will be a few more to be had, particularly as both Peru and Chile claim to be the inventors so t would only be fair to try both. 2 weeks has whistled by and we said our goodbyes before jumping into desperate taxis. Paddy headed for the airport to catch his flight home and we set off for the bus station, next stop the port town of Valparaiso.

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bentonpena · 4 years

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15 Affordable Beach Towns in the U.S. Where You Can Actually Live

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No matter the weather, it’s safe to say most of us dream of escaping to warmer climes and beach vacations. But if you want to live that salt life all year round, moving to a beach town isn’t an unattainable dream. There are many inexpensive coastal cities around the country. Here are 15 affordable beach towns, based on median home values under $250,000, and ordered from most to least populous.

Situated on the Treasure Coast of the Sunshine State, Port St. Lucie—full of quiet neighborhoods, golf courses, and waterways—has a laid-back vibe. Sporty types will love all the activities, from boating and fishing on the St. Lucie River; to watching the New York Mets play at Tradition Field during spring training; to attending the PGA Center for Golf Learning and Performance.

There’s never a dull moment in this Space Coast city, where visitors and residents find endless things to do. Known for its many parks, ranging from natural preserves to cyclocross (bicycle racing) tracks and paintball fields, Palm Bay also offers golf courses, as well as many trails for running, cycling, and more. Waterfront dining and ample shopping opportunities round out the experience.

A well-rounded beach town located on the Space Coast, Melbourne has a bit of everything. Its historic downtown features quaint shops and restaurants while the miles of pristine beaches draw sunbathers, surfers, and snorkelers. Set along the scenic Indian River Lagoon, the city hosts popular annual festivals like Oktoberfest, the Filmmaker’s Festival, the Arts Festival, and Aviation Day.

Jacksonville, North Carolina

Jacksonville is a military town through and through, thanks to the presence of Camp Lejeune, the largest Marine Corps base on the East Coast. Memorials and sites around town honor troops, including the Freedom Fountain, Lejeune Memorial Gardens, the Montford Point Marine Museum, and more. Outdoor activities like fishing and paddling are popular pastimes in addition to local sporting tournaments and events.

Mississippi’s second largest city after the capital, Gulfport is all about fun. In the waterfront entertainment district, people stroll with cocktails in to-go cups while taking in the diverse public art. Tourists can’t resist activities like ziplining through the coastal canopies or boating to the scenic Ship Island. At the town’s picturesque harbor, charter a fishing boat to toss a line into the Gulf.

Cajun flavor permeates this town in southeast Texas that’s equal parts history, culture, and nature. Between Lake Sabine, Sea Rim State Park, and Pleasure Island (a manmade island and entertainment hub), aquatic activities abound, including windsurfing, fishing, and boating. The Museum of the Gulf Coast displays items like a replica of Port Arthur native Janis Joplin’s psychedelic Porsche and other quirky pieces.

Located in Florida’ panhandle, Pensacola is a popular vacation destination, thanks in large part to its gorgeous white-sand beaches and warm waters. History buffs are intrigued by the Spanish settlement origins, as illustrated at the Historic Pensacola Village, while aviation enthusiasts thrive in the local flying culture. Navy pilots train in Pensacola, which is also home to the Blue Angels Naval aerobatics team and the National Naval Aviation Museum.

Try your luck in Biloxi, a Gulf Coast city known for its many casinos. Locals and visitors alike let the good times roll in two entertainment districts. Those inclined to quieter pursuits may prefer to lounge on the white-sand beach, hit the links on a championship golf course, or take a sunset sail on a schooner. You can even embark on a shrimping trip in Biloxi, once known as the Seafood Capital of the World.

Atlantic City, New Jersey

Another city known for its casino culture, Atlantic City is also famous for its wide beaches and classic boardwalk lined with souvenir shops, rides, arcades, and all the greasy food your heart desires. New York may be the city that never sleeps, but AC isn’t far behind, thanks to the many casinos, nightclubs, and lounges, which regularly host concerts, comedy acts, and other live entertainment.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Myrtle Beach is a classic seaside vacation town where sun-kissed residents make memories on the 60 acres of coastline and the iconic boardwalk, lined with eateries, souvenir shops, arcades, the Family Kingdom amusement park, and the SkyWheel (one of the highest Ferris wheels in the nation). Its more than 100 golf courses are also a big draw.

Fort Walton Beach, Florida

A quiet Gulf Coast town in Florida’s Panhandle, Fort Walton Beach captures unspoiled natural beauty at its finest. The beaches are made of powdery white sand, and the waters are a brilliant emerald green—particularly off Okaloosa Island. Get up close and personal with marine creatures at the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, or read up on local history at the Indian Temple Mound Museum.

Ocean Springs, Mississippi

Ocean Springs just oozes small town charm. Its quaint main street, with brick buildings sporting wrought-iron detailing, is lined with old oak trees, while three entertainment districts offer plenty of diversions. The town is also known for its artistic vibe and festivals, including Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival, Mississippi’s largest fine arts festival.

Our only West Coast contender, Aberdeen, is located at the mouth of Grays Harbor, formed by the Chehalis, Wishkah, and Hoquiam rivers in Washington. It offers a variety of parks; a popular spot is the Kurt Cobain Memorial Park, named in memory of the late Nirvana musician who was born in town. After a day outside, stop into one of the town’s many coffee shops for a pick-me-up.

Bay St. Louis, Mississippi

Nope, not that St. Louis. This is Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, a quaint seaside town with nautical character to spare. In addition to its alluring beaches, warm waters, and first-rate fishing, the town offers land-bound pleasures like exploring its many art galleries, Creole cottages, and 19th-century abodes.

Outdoorsy types will love the simple life in Freeport, Texas, about 50 miles south of Houston. The town offers ample fishing opportunities, including charters and tours, and the Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge, comprising 40,000 acres of wetlands and a huge variety of flora and fauna. Walk the boardwalks, hike the trails, or take a car tour of the preserve.

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Traveling to Myrtle Beach

This past June I had a chance to go on a trip to Myrtle Beach with a handful of my friends. We discussed going somewhere out of New Jersey and Pennsylvania for a trip because we mostly would visit the Poconos and the Jersey shores. We wanted to see something different, a new place. Now, I know you’re thinking isn’t Myrtle Beach mostly for visiting the beach. Well, you’ll be pleasantly surprised that there is a lot more to do when you are visiting Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. One thing I will mention to you for future knowledge is that you should fly to South Carolina instead of driving for twelve hours. If you have not traveled for that long before, you will be struggling after a couple hours. Though we rotated in three hours shifts for who was driving it wasn’t any easier for a passenger. So before you decide to travel somewhere that is over a few hours make sure to decide if you are a road trip person or a flying person.

When we arrived in Myrtle Beach it was all worth it. We noticed how much different it was from the North East. People weren’t in any rush. The people were also very welcoming. Every single person that we came across was friendly, kind, and would talk with you about anything. One thing that we all found quite interesting were the amount of mini golf places. Within a mile radius we counted over ten different mini golf places. So, if you are into golfing I would recommend going to Myrtle Beach. There were many large golf courses as well. But, besides that I wanted to list the top three places to visit that I found when we went to Myrtle Beach.

Myrtle Beach:

Yes, the beach is absolutely gorgeous. You will never want to leave. The ocean is a lot warmer because the weather is mostly in the ninety’s throughout the entire summer, it is just a different kind of hot. The beach is very clean. It’s a lot different from the beaches in Jersey or even in the North East part of the country. They also do not get very crowded. The busiest we saw the beach was on Saturday, which rightfully so. Even then, you had plenty of space to roam. If you get up early enough you can catch the sunrise which is amazing. While visiting a few of us managed to wake up early enough to go and watch the sunrise and it was something to see. We also spent a night watching the sunset, but the sunrise was a sight. Also, do not let the news freak you out, we did not run into any sharks in the water (which we were in every single day). Do yourself a favor and spend as much time as you can on the beach. They also offer banana boat rides, parasailing, and boat rides.

Aqua Water Park:

If you are looking for a fun time with your family and friends then you must go to the Aqua Water Park located in North Myrtle Beach. We spent an afternoon at the water park and were able to jump around on inflatable floats for an hour. It will make you feel like a little kid all over again. You can even go water skiing and zip lining after. The prices are inexpensive and the amount of laughs that you will have with your friends and family will be worth it. Just beware it is a lot harder than you may think. There were many times where we fell down, couldn’t climb the inflatable monkey bars, or simply climb up a rope to get to the top of the highest part of the inflatable park.

Myrtle Beach Boardwalk:

The Boardwalk is in the heart of Myrtle Beach and is a lot of fun for both families and friends to go for a night out. They have a beautiful sky wheel that lights up rainbow at night. For the group of friends that are traveling down there are numerous bars, shops, and even a few karaoke bars that are worth visiting, Broadway at the Beach is one of the best. On Saturday’s and Sunday’s there was a live DJ that played music in the middle of the boardwalk. It’s enjoyable for all ages.

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15 Best Golf Destinations In America: Where To Play & Stay For A Great Trip To The Links

Did you know the United States accounts for around 45 percent of the golf courses in the world? Whether you’re looking for championship golf courses or small-but-mighty nine-hole courses, don’t pack your clubs before you’ve checked out our list of the best golf vacations in America.

Planning A Great Golf Getaway

When you’ve decided which town to tee off in, consider a vacation rental as your home base. You’ll enjoy amenities like a full kitchen, laundry, extra space to store your golf gear, and maybe even a patio or pool! Choose to stay in the heart of town for post-round entertainment or steps from the first hole to maximize time on the course. A spacious rental is ideal for your group golf getaway—and you can find the perfect one right on FlipKey.

If you’re looking for activities off the course, our friends at TripAdvisor can help with that! Below, you’ll also find great excursions, tours, and experiences in each destination—which you can book on TripAdvisor.

Scottsdale, AZ

Home of TPC Scottsdale and the PGA Tour’s annual Phoenix Open, this desert city tops our list as one of the best golf destinations in the American Southwest. Try out a day in the life of a tour pro on the 36-hole Stadium Course, with its upscale amenities and panoramic views of the McDowell Mountains. For a classic desert golf experience, Troon North Golf Club offers two 18-hole courses stretching through the natural ravines and foothills overlooked by Pinnacle Peak. Book a Sun State Helicopter Tour over the Sonoran desert hills and finish your trip on a (literal) high.

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Myrtle Beach, SC

Boasting around one hundred golf courses, Myrtle Beach has more than earned its title of “Golf Capital of the World.” The Arnold Palmer-designed championship course at the Arrowhead Country Club spreads across 360 acres of verdant terrain, with 63 bunkers, 12 scenic lakes and an abundance of natural flora and fauna. Want to brush up your backswing before hitting the first tee? Look no further than the Classic Swing Golf School. One of the best golf trips for anyone who enjoys the ocean, you can explore Myrtle Beach’s coastal waters on a Guided Stand-Up Paddleboard Tour, where you’ll spot brown pelicans, dolphins, and even loggerhead sea turtles if you’re lucky.

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Monterey, CA

Nestled into the Big Sur coastline, Monterey is home to 20 world-class golf courses. The 18-hole Del Monte Golf Course is one of the oldest in America and has been challenging golfers with its small, sloping, old-school greens since 1897. Nearby Pebble Beach hosts the annual Pebble Beach National Pro-Am, which rotates between the Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spyglass Hill Golf Course and Poppy Hills Golf Course. If you can drag yourself away from the greens, a Half-Day Whale Watching Tour is an amazing chance to spot some of Monterey’s humpback and blue whales as they migrate along the Pacific coast.

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Coeur D’Alene, ID

Swing into the world’s only floating, movable golf greens at Coeur d’Alene Resort Golf Course. The gorgeous Lake Coeur d’Alene views on nearly every hole make CDA one of the best golf destinations for anyone who enjoys life on the water. Away from the greens, ROW Adventure Center offers daily kayaking and rafting tours. For something a little more serene, book a Lake Coeur d’Alene Cruise at dusk and enjoy a gourmet dinner with views of enviable lakeside homes set against a stunning Pacific Northwest sunset.

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Orlando, FL

The Waldorf Astoria Golf Course at Walt Disney World follows the contours of Bonnet Creek nature preserve, offering an 18-hole masterpiece that seems to fold into the natural terrain. With more than 150 golf courses, Orlando is probably the best golf vacation for year-round play, but there’s plenty more to enjoy in “The City Beautiful” too. Cool off snorkeling alongside manatees on a Crystal River Manatee Snorkeling Tour, which includes an airboat ride on the Homosassa River.

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Pinehurst, NC

You’ll find nine courses to challenge your skill at the Pinehurst Resort, but Course Number 2 remains one of the world’s most celebrated. Designed by Donald Ross and opened in 1907, it has served as the site of more single golf championships than any course in America. All that golfing is bound to work up an appetite so indulge yourself on a Culinary Tour of the Pines, where you’ll visit some of the top eateries in Pinehurst Village, along with a craft beer tasting to complement each dish.

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Traverse City, MI

One of the best golf destinations in the Midwest, Traverse City is home to the Arnold Palmer-designed Manitou Passage and Jack Nicklaus’s groundbreaking Bear course at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa. After dark, explore some of the city’s best breweries, wineries and distilleries on a Traverse City Wine And Beer Tour, where your chariot for the night could be anything from a sleek, black Mercedes Benz van to a tie-dye Funky Bus.

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Hilton Head Island, SC

With over 33 world-class championship courses, Hilton Head Island often makes the list of best golf vacations—and for good reason. Harbour Town Golf Links, the brainchild of Pete Dye and Jack Nicklaus, is one of Golf Digest’s top 20 courses in the country. If you can drag yourself away from the greens, a Soo Locks Boat Tour is a wonderful way to explore the island’s historic Soo Locks, where freighters, barges, and tugboats traverse the 21-foot drop between Lake Superior and Lake Huron every day and night.

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St. George, UT

Tee off against a backdrop of red rock vistas at the Johnny Miller signature Entrada at Snow Canyon Golf Course. The 18-hole course will excite even the most seasoned golfer, and boasts an award-winning clubhouse as well. Dixie Red Hills is a short nine-hole par-34 course built on a natural spring, but don’t let looks deceive you—it’s more challenging than it seems. Make the most of Utah’s annual 300 days of sunshine and explore Zion National Park while you’re at it with a Half Day ATV Tour of the Major Sand Dunes.

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San Antonio, TX

One of the best golf destinations in Texas, TPC San Antonio at the Marriott Hill Country Resort hosts both the Valero Texas Open and San Antonio Championship. Two golf courses, designed by Pete Dye and Greg Norman, offer two very different playing experiences to accommodate golfers of all levels. The Palmer Course at La Cantera, set over 250 acres, is another favorite thanks to its breathtaking views. A Birdie Wine Tour in Fredericksburg is the ideal way to relax after a day on the greens.

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Bend, OR

Dubbed “the Palm Springs of the North,” Bend’s sunny, dry climate means it’s one of the best golf vacations you can take. Pronghorn Golf Club and Tetherow Golf Club were each ranked among America’s 100 Greatest Public Courses, according to Golf Digest magazine. For a change of scenery, book a Beginner’s Fly-Fishing Tour on Bend’s pristine lakes and rivers, where you’ll get all the guidance you need to catch beautiful alpine trout and finish the day with an authentic fish fry.

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Gulf Shores, AL

There’s nothing like golfing on Gulf Shores, under a blue Alabama sky with the warm ocean breeze on your face. Kiva Dunes Golf Course, meandering 7,092 yards through natural sand dunes and lake, is rated the top public golf course in Alabama by Golf Digest. The Gulf Shores Golf Club is also popular with visitors who come to enjoy the challenging course and traditional plantation-style clubhouse. Explore the surrounding waterways by kayak on a WildNative Tour for a chance to see alligators, bald eagles, ospreys, herons, cormorants, and pelicans up close.

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Branson, MO

Thousand Hills Golf Course puts Branson on the map as one of the best golf destinations in America. Voted “Best Of The Ozarks” nine years in a row, the 18-hole course meanders through beautiful hardwood forests and across Ozark streams. Branson Hills Golf Club has also been voted the number one course in Missouri by Golf Week for six years running. Don’t leave Branson without seeing Table Rock Dam, the College of the Ozarks and other city highlights on a Small-Group Half-Day Tour of Branson via Luxury Vehicle.

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Columbus, OH

Okay, so the Jack Kidwell-designed Wilson Road Golf Course is Columbus’s only executive nine-hole golf course (and well-worth a round or two), but this great city makes our list of best golf destinations for a different reason. Jack Nicklaus, the man with 18 career major championship victories, was born and raised in Columbus. You can all about his achievements at the Jack Nicklaus Museum, what reviewers call an “interesting museum, even for non-golfer [people] who are ambivalent about sports.” Discover more of Columbus’ charm and history on a thrilling Segway tour which takes in the Scioto River, the thriving Short North arts district, the vibrant Arena District and historic downtown.

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Albuquerque, NM

For panoramic views of the Sandia Mountains, strategically placed bunkers and challenging green complexes, look no further than the Sandia Golf Club. This 7,750-yard championship course cuts through the rugged high desert landscape and will challenge and delight golfers of all levels. See the Sandias from a different angle on an Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise, the perfect way to finish an unforgettable golf vacation.

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15 Best Places To Vacation In South Carolina

It should come as no surprise that South Carolina is one of the best places in the USA to spend a vacation. It could be the tranquil beaches, spell-binding history, or full-blast of Southern charm and hospitality—or all of the above! We’ve rounded up 15 of the best places to vacation in South Carolina so you can decide for yourself.

Best South Carolina Getaways: Where To Stay

With so many good options, choosing where to stay in South Carolina can be overwhelming! That’s why at FlipKey, we did some of the leg work. We analyzed the lifetime average vacation rental review scores on TripAdvisor and FlipKey (FlipKey is a TripAdvisor company), for all South Carolina destinations. Then, we identified which spots were among the highest rated according to reviewer rental scores. Cities and towns needed at least 100 total reviews, and at least a 4.50/5.00 average score to rank. Travelers have rated the following 15 destinations as some of the best places to stay for a South Carolina vacation.

Seneca

Seneca’s charming character is best seen in its historic downtown—walk down tree-lined boulevards full of historic homes and quaint shops to see for yourself. Aside from its cute looks and historical appeal, Seneca is one of the best South Carolina getaways because of its prime location in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and on the edge of Lake Keowee, making it a great choice for families with energetic kids or anyone with a penchant for the outdoors. Grab a paddle board or a kayak and hit the water, then round out your day with a fountain soda or an ice cream cone from Hochstetler’s Country Store.

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Port Royal

Lowcountry natural attractions are at their best in the sleepy town of Port Royal, which offers close proximity to walking trails, a community beach, and plenty of ways to experience the area’s wildlife—especially the fish and birds that live in its estuaries. Take a fishing charter out on the marsh or walk through the Cypress Wetlands to experience the area’s nature for yourself and see why this peaceful retreat is one of the best South Carolina vacation destinations for nature-lovers.

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Litchfield Beach

Located on classy Pawleys Island in South Carolina’s Grand Strand, Litchfield Beach is a dream come true for golfers. Play a round on one of the town’s many golf courses before jumping into warm ocean waters or grabbing a bite at the Eggs Up Grill. To take advantage of the quiet Atlantic waters ringed by marshes, rent a kayak or charter a boat for a full day of adventure.

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Saint Helena Island

One of South Carolina’s Sea Islands, St. Helena is one of the last remaining places to learn about the Southeast’s distinct Gullah culture; start your trip at the Gullah Center to learn all about Gullah origin and language. Other popular sights include the striking Chapel of Ease and Fort Fremont—two historic buildings covered in Spanish moss—and Downtown Frogmore, where you can find art galleries, shops, and restaurants serving up plates of fresh seafood.

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Charleston

Charleston, South Carolina, USA at the historic homes on The Battery.

Great food, fun nightlife, tons of attractions, and history galore, Charleston is one of the best places to visit in South Carolina and aptly considered the “Gem of the South.” Though you can stroll through downtown Charleston in just a couple hours, passing pocket gardens and hidden fountains as you go, the downtown area is packed with enough boutiques, museums, and historical houses and monuments to keep you busy for days. Look for rentals in the heart of downtown Charleston for easy access to the Battery, White Point Gardens, and the Charleston Market, or choose something in the trendy Upper King district to easily walk to Hampton Park and the hippest bars and restaurants. Flat terrain and a small area means that anywhere in Charleston is just a short walk or bike ride away.

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Bluffton

A young population and vibrant community set the coastal town of Bluffton apart from its nearby neighbors. Be sure to check out top Bluffton sites including the Rose Hill Mansion and the Church of the Cross—popular for its dramatic location overlooking the May River—and then head to Old Town Bluffton for a first-hand look at the city’s mingling of the old and the new.

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Harbor Island

Private and quiet, Harbor Island is one of the best South Carolina vacations for beach-induced bliss. Find a vacation rental right on the dunes of the 1,400-acre barrier island for a taste of total tranquility, or take a 20-minute drive across the Sea Island Parkway and into Beaufort for all the amenities of town. Because it strikes the perfect balance of away-from-it-all and close-to-everything, Harbor Island is one of the best places to stay in South Carolina for a taste of the Palmetto State’s diversity.

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Greenville

Up-and-coming Greenville has evolved from a sleepy Southern town to a lively urban center in the foothills of South Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Stroll through the city’s pedestrian-friendly downtown to see why—plenty of boutiques, restaurants, and breweries await. Plus, Greenville boasts popular parks, museums, theaters, and a river walk, made all the more enjoyable by the area’s comparably temperate climate. Falls Park on the Reedy and the Swamp Rabbit Trail are two particularly popular destinations for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Folly Beach

Just 20 minutes from downtown Charleston, Folly Beach is the the Holy City’s laid-back neighbor. Join the crowds sunbathing, surfing, and swimming on any weekend between May and October when the weather is warm, or enjoy the beach’s less-visited historical attractions such as the Morris Island Lighthouse. Folly Beach County Park is also a good choice for seeing the natural beauty of Folly Beach’s driftwood and sand dunes without the crowds.

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Mount Pleasant

A short drive from downtown Charleston and across the spectacular Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge drops you in the trendy suburb of Mt. Pleasant—the name says it all. The town emulates Charleston’s charm with farm-to-table restaurants and friendly boutiques, but is most popular for the Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum, home to the docked USS Yorktown, and the Shem Creek area. Hit the marshy tidal waters of Shem Creek on a kayak or stand up paddle board, or slurp oysters and grab a beer while watching the sunset from one of the many creek-front restaurants with outdoor seating.

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Daufuskie Island

Accessible only by boat, Daufuskie Island is a living museum of Lowcountry history and nature. Though many people visit to see the popular Pat Conroy novel The Water is Wide come to life, others come to explore ancient oyster mounds, visit the 135-year-old First Union African Baptist Church, and learn about the mingling Gullah, Spanish, and Native American cultures that continue to shape the island. See it all in a day with a golf cart tour, or do it yourself by walking the well-marked Robert Kennedy Historical Trail.

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Kiawah Island

A beach getaway takes a classy twist on Kiawah Island, a favorite South Carolina vacation destination filled with golf courses, country clubs, and 10 miles of beaches. Even if you’re not a golfer, you’ll enjoy the picture-perfect sand dunes and swaying sea grasses that cushion the island in an away-from-it-all sense of serenity.

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Hilton Head

Consider Hilton Head your one-stop-vacation-shop: play a round of golf or tennis at more than 33 locations, ride a beach cruiser down the Hilton Head Island Bike Trails, or spend a full day playing in gentle Atlantic waves. Hilton Head is also home to a number of cultural activities, including the Coastal Discovery Museum, Harbour Town Lighthouse Museum, and a wide variety of art galleries featuring everything from pastels to metalworks. Hilton Head is no stranger to “best of South Carolina” awards, and its excellent rental review scores further confirm that it’s a great place to spend your vacation.

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Myrtle Beach

The kid-friendly Vegas of South Carolina, Myrtle Beach offers so much more to do than just relax on the sand. Myrtle Beach is one of the best South Carolina vacation destinations for families, known for its action-packed Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and the flashing neon lights of Broadway at the Beach shopping and entertainment complex. You can also catch a flashy music or dance performance, visit the kid-pleasing Ripley’s Aquarium or Family Kingdom Amusement Park, or take in miles of views on the Myrtle Beach SkyWheel.

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15 Best Places To Vacation In South Carolina

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Seneca

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Port Royal

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Litchfield Beach

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Saint Helena Island

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Charleston

Charleston, South Carolina, USA at the historic homes on The Battery.

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Bluffton

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Harbor Island

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Greenville

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Folly Beach

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Mount Pleasant

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11 Reasons to Love Living by the Beach

1. Turtle Patrols

It’s no secret that, in the Golden Isles, we love our sea turtles. The Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island offers dozens of ways to get up close and personal with the lovable reptiles. One way is by taking part in one of the nonprofit’s Turtle Walks or Nest Walks. During nighttime or morning trips, naturalists walk participants down beaches in search of nesting mother turtles. The evening turtle walks, held throughout July, are open to those 18 and over.

2. Movie Nights

There’s magic in movies, but have you ever seen a movie while floating in an inner tube? You might just get the chance this summer when Summer Waves, the waterpark on Jekyll Island, stays open late for swim-in movie showings of family fun films relating to water. “The Little Mermaid” is set for July 1 at 8:30 p.m. If dry land is more your thing, that’s ok, too. Movies on the Green, hosted by the Jekyll Island Authority, plays free movies on the grassy space in the center of the Beach Village, with a showing of “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story” slated for 8:30 p.m. on July 28 and “Frozen” at 8 p.m. on August 25.

And while the Glynn Place Mall in Brunswick boasts a fancy new GTX theater, there are other unique ways to take in some old school flicks, too. For instance, the historic Ritz Theatre, operated by Golden Isles Arts and Humanities, offers Cinema Gourmet showing classics paired with a discussion and dinner from local favorite Indigo Coastal Shanty. It runs from the fall to spring. But the Ritz is not the only spot to find oldies but goodies — the Georgia Theater Co. offers Flashback Cinema, featuring the likes of “Gone with the Wind” for a modern-day crowd. The program runs from spring to summer.

3. Cruising By

Living on the coast means finding fun ways to get on the water. While there are plenty of options, few can beat a good ol’ wine cruise. Waterfront Wine and Gourmet in Darien offers both onshore tastings as well as trips around the picturesque rivers and tributaries around the area. Ticket prices include different wines and hors d’oeuvres.

Other vendors offer cruises to other locations. Undoubtedly, the most recognizable boat in the area is a biggie — the Emerald Princess II. The multi-story casino ship shoves off daily from Gisco Point, under the Sidney Lanier Bridge in Brunswick. It takes passengers out to international waters, where players have a chance to try their luck at a variety of games. For those who just want to enjoy the ride, a bar and a sun-drenched top deck can offer an uber-relaxing option.

4. Time Travelers

The Golden Isles are rich in history — from Jekyll to Brunswick and St. Simons Island — and every acre is sprinkled with fingerprints of the past. Three of the area’s most iconic landmarks stand as silent witnesses of days gone by, and all have been touched by conflicts that have defined our country.

Fort King George in Darien, for instance, was first established in 1721, serving as the southern outpost of the British Empire in the New World. Soldiers there weathered harsh conditions, fending off threats from the Spanish and Native Americans. Today, a reconstruction of the barracks can be found on the historic site, which showcases what life was like for these early settlers.

On St. Simons Island, one finds a similar site. Fort Frederica, located on the north end of the island, once served as a home for British soldiers also serving General James Oglethorpe in the 1700s. Some ruins of that 1736 encampment can still be seen today with archaeological digs still underway.

Over on the south end of the island, another local icon — the St. Simons lighthouse — stands tall next to the Keeper’s Dwelling, both maintained by the Coastal Georgia Historical Society. First erected in 1810, the lighthouse has guided countless sailors safely to shore. Of course, it also withstood tribulations, such as being burned by the fleeing Confederate Army as Union soldiers approached in 1861. Today, visitors can scale all 172 stairs of the rebuilt structure to get a breathtaking panoramic view of the Isles.

5. Shark Tooth Hunts

Go on the search for fossilized sharks teeth, which can be found in a few low-key places around the Golden Isles. Cumberland Island is known for being a spot to find sharks teeth along its shores. Teeth can also be found near the Sidney Lanier Bridge and on some Jekyll Island beaches.

6. Holiday Celebrations

Whether you are ready to celebrate July Fourth or it’s time to plan your Labor Day weekend, there will be plenty of ways to enjoy the holidays here along the coast.

A special treat for vacationers and residents each year is the over-the-top firework displays during Independence Day celebrations. If you are in downtown Brunswick, head over to Mary Ross Waterfront Park for the festivities that include a display that lights up the night sky. On St. Simons, the place to be is on the south end of the island, where the Pier Village will be taken over by gazers for the evening spectacle that shoots off from the pier. If you find a spot on the beach, you can turn around to catch Sea Island’s display, too. And new this year, Jekyll Island will be lighting off their firework display a day early on July 3.

Celebrate the end of summer during Labor Day weekend with a variety of activities. Sea Island’s Southern Grown festival returns for the fourth year with concert headliner NEEDTOBREATHE ready to sway the night away at Rainbow Island for the Saturday evening concert during the multi-day festival. The Little Light Music Series will also conclude that weekend with a performance by the Sensational Sounds of Motown on Sunday. And for those on the hunt for a good find, swing by the Pier Village for the St. Simons Island Antique Show that will feature vendors and sellers with their wares on Saturday and Sunday.

7. Paddle & Stretch

There are lots of ways to get in your exercise outdoors this summer. With each lunar cycle, Omcore Yoga and Body hosts a full moon beach yoga session at Coast Guard Station. All levels are invited and donations to local causes are accepted rather than payment for these dusky excursions.

Wanting a more full-body experience while taking in the sites? Try your hand at paddleboarding or kayaking. Kingfisher Paddleventures’ owner Norm Leonard often includes ecological and historical tidbits in his tours. Turtle Tides Paddleboard and Kayaks, in the Pier Village, also offers tours and rentals, as does South-East Adventure Outfitters, in its Pier Village spot.

8. Beach Bliss

Tourists and residents can find solace in the simplicity of a summer beach day. Pack a bag, grab a chair, and drive out to one of the area’s many beautiful beaches.

On St. Simons, beach accesses are located at Massengale Park, the Coast Guard Station, and Gould’s Inlet. Just remember that the tides can affect how much beach there is, especially if you prefer the south end beaches near Myrtle Street.

On Jekyll Island, beach goers can head out to Great Dunes Park, located in the middle of the island and Jekyll’s biggest beach, or they can sit among the famously picturesque gnarled branches on Driftwood Beach on the north end.

On the southern side of the island, St. Andrews Beach and Glory Beach both offer relaxing spots to park a chair and enjoy the sound of the waves.

9. Fresh Catch

There are quite a few places to turn to when you are ready to cook up some of the Isles’ freshest catches.

Frank Owens with City Market not only supplies local restaurants, but also the public with his downtown Brunswick store on Gloucester Street. Owens can be found hoisting in fish, shrimp, and oysters as he carries on the family business that was first started by his great-grandfather in 1948.

Poteet Seafood Company in Brunswick also has been packing Wild Georgia Shrimp for more than three decades. The operation, owned by shrimp boat captain John Wallace, includes a packing facility as well as a public market that carries various seafood including scallops, crab, clams, spices, and more.

10. Festival Time

Venture outdoors this summer to enjoy some sweet sounds of music by the sea. The Little Light Music Concerts series has returned this summer to St. Simons Island. The concerts take place once a month on Sunday evenings on the oceanfront lawn beneath the St. Simons Lighthouse. Participants are encouraged to bring picnics and lawn chairs.

There’s also Sounds by the Sea, run by Golden Isles Arts and Humanities. These summer concerts are held at Neptune Park from May to September, and attendees are invited to bring picnic blankets and chairs. The season includes Annie Akins on July 22, Maggie and Jackson on August 26, and Gwen Hughes and the Kats on September 23.

The annual Sunshine Festival will also take place on St. Simons from July 4 to July 7 at the St. Simons pier. The multi-day festival provides an Independence Day celebration that will include an arts & crafts show, a 5K race, and fireworks.

11. Sweet Stroll

Cater to that sweet tooth this summer when you take an afternoon stroll by the St. Simons pier or the Jekyll Beach Village.

Frozen yogurt flavors, Italian gelato, and sorbets are just a few scoops away at the pier location of Fuse, which also has locations mid-island and on Jekyll. Tasty pairings such as cherry pie, early grey tea, and more dazzle the taste buds at Moo Cow Ice Cream, just a hop and skip from the pier village, too.

If you are wanting something more than ice cream, the iconic St. Simons Sweets, also located in the Pier Village, sells a variety of delicacies, from cookies to chocolate and more. Across the street, Sunset Slush will be serving up Italian Ice all summer.

Just across the St. Simons Sound, Island Sweets Shoppe in Jekyll Island’s historic district offers old-fashioned candies along with ice cream, fudge, pralines, and more.

Source: Golden Isles: The Magazine for Brunswick, St Simons Island. Jekyll, & Sea Island. By: Bethany Leggett, Lindsey Adkison, Lauren McDonald.

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10 Affordable Summer Beach Vacations You’ll Love

What if we told you that you could rent a gorgeous villa just steps from the beach for less than $150/night? It’s true!

We looked at the average nightly rate for a two-bedroom rental on FlipKey and assure you it is possible to visit some of the world’s best beach locales this summer, without breaking the bank. From the jaw-dropping shores of Thailand to the photogenic beaches of Hawaii, our list spans the globe. With plenty of vacation rentals to choose from and free beach access in each destination, here’s our countdown of the most affordable summer beach destinations for the vacation of your dreams!

10. Sunset Beach, North Carolina | $141/nt

“This was the perfect place to spend a week at the beach. I can’t wait to go back!” – FlipKey Traveler

Sunset Beach is a haven for beach-lovers, golf enthusiasts…and vacationers on a budget. Situated along the picturesque coast of North Carolina, this destination buzzes with life during the summer months. Book a tee time at Thistle Golf Club or reflect on the beach before dropping a heartfelt note in the Kindred Spirits Mailbox. Don’t let the day escape without indulging in some soft shell crab at a local seafood shack. If you tire of things to do (and we doubt you will!), Myrtle Beach is just a short drive over the border in South Carolina and offers lots of free things to do.

9. Pahoa, Hawaii | $140/nt

“If Paradise exists on Earth, it is probably here!” – FlipKey Traveler

Collect your flower lei at the airport, then leave the congested tourist towns behind and head to Pahoa. This small town in Hawaii is known for its stunning natural beauty and refreshingly tranquil setting. The best part about Pahoa? One minute you can be horseback riding through the tropical Jungle of Kapoho and the next you’re walking along otherworldly black-sand beaches. Whether your heart’s set on a cozy beachfront cottage nestled along the Pacific Coast or you prefer a secluded hideaway surrounded by lush forests, there’s a place for all price ranges in Pahoa.

8. Lovina Beach, Indonesia | $123/nt

“The accommodation was perfect, the setting gorgeous and the pool provided a welcome backdrop for our days.” – FlipKey Traveler

Situated on the island of Bali, this sliver of beach paradise is an obvious choice for a summer getaway. Opt for a luxurious villa near the namesake Lovina Beach and everything the area has to offer will be at your fingertips. Whether you wander its black-sand shores or climb aboard an early-morning dolphin watch through the Bali Sea, you’ll want to get in as much as you can while visiting Lovina Beach! Schedule a massage by the sea, sign up for a traditional Balinese cooking class, and experience the local culture—you can do it all without breaking the bank.

7. Aguadilla, Puerto Rico | $121/nt

“Paradise at its best!!! If you want a place to kick back and just let your hair down, this is the place.” – FlipKey Traveler

Aguadilla has it all: world-class beaches, an interesting historic district, a variety of eclectic Caribbean restaurants—even an ice skating complex! Lather on sunscreen and spend your days under the sun at Crash Boat Beach—from swimming and snorkeling to surfing and sunbathing, the possibilities are endless at this popular beach spot. When you need a break from the sun, discover the ruins of the Old Aguadilla Lighthouse or simply relax, piña colada in hand, in the comfort of your rental. For less than $121/night, make sure to book a place on the water so you can wake up to the sound of waves crashing along the coast each morning.

6. Vero Beach, Florida | $123/nt

“Vero Beach offered all of the amenities of a tourist town, without the noise and traffic. The atmosphere was one of quiet and relaxation.” – FlipKey Traveler

In Vero Beach, hot summer days are best spent by the beach. Grab your boogie board and ride the surf at Wabasso Beach Park or laze the day away on the unspoiled shores of South Beach Park. Prefer to stay dry? Hop in a kayak to explore the serene inlets surrounding Round Island Beach Park. Keep your camera ready as manatees, turtles, dolphins, and more are known to make an appearance here. Away from the water, this affordable summer beach spot offers high-end shopping, delectable cuisine, and a laid-back atmosphere that will keep you returning year after year.

5. Kingston, Jamaica | $116/nt

“What a quiet and relaxing time we had for our 10 days in paradise. WE HIT THE JACKPOT!!!” – FlipKey Traveler

Feel the spirit of Bob Marley and embrace the tranquil island vibes during a summer getaway in Kingston. Jamaica’s capital, this cosmopolitan destination offers visitors many options: fascinating cultural landmarks, historic museums, and miles of breathtaking beaches to name a few. Whether you’re exploring the Blue Mountains’ exotic jungle landscape or soaking up sun at a nearby beach, you’ll enjoy Jamaica for its affordable rentals and its countless adventures.

4. Jacksonville, Florida | $106/nt

“Would 10/10 recommend to anyone looking for an inexpensive but luxurious stay.” – FlipKey Traveler

Bargain-hunting travelers will find great rental deals in Jacksonville! Whether it’s a day spent frolicking in the waves at Atlantic Beach, or an evening grilling on your rental deck, there are countless ways to relaxing in Jacksonville. It’s the perfect place for those who want to enjoy nature, while still having the conveniences of a big city.

3. Venice, Florida | $103/nt

“Our stay was everything and more. We also met the neighborhood turtle!” – FlipKey Traveler

Located on the beautiful Gulf of Mexico, Venice is a beach bum’s dream. Plant yourself near the water’s edge and let the emerald waves lap your toes as you doze. When you’re not relaxing, walk the beach in search of shells. Venice is the shark tooth capital of the world and you never know what unexpected treasures might wash ashore. In town, wander down Venice Avenue to see the area’s iconic pink architecture, or settle in for the evening at your rental. From Mediterranean-style homes to waterfront condos, there’s a place for everyone—and every budget!

2. Madeira, Portugal | $98/nt

“We loved walking along the sea wall, with waves crashing on our right & the cliffs on our left. We’d really recommend this place!” – FlipKey Traveler

Experience Madeira during the summer months when the sun is shining, the sky is a brilliant blue and temperatures remain comfortably in the 70s. While there are countless places to hit the beach throughout the island, heading inland to explore is equally rewarding. Climb to the top of Pico Arieiro for incredible panoramic views or admire the colorful Palheiro Gardens in Funchal. End each day watching the sunset over the water while sipping a glass of Madeira wine. Does it get any better?

1. Khao Tao, Thailand | $92/nt

“Sa Noi Beach is only 5 minutes away and is our favorite beach in Thailand because of how quiet and beautiful it is with mountains on each side of the beach.” – FlipKey Traveler

With a plethora of budget-friendly villas and bargain beach homes, it’s no surprise that Khao Tao tops our list of affordable summer beach vacations. Snap a selfie with the giant gold Buddha at the temple of Wat Tham Khao Tao then continue on to the beach. The area is renowned for its amazing coral reefs, and with lots of cheap diving courses available, you’ll be an expert diver by the end of your stay. Expect hot and humid weather with sea breezes offering relief once the sun goes down.

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