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This Travel Park Received “Park of the Year”

Myrtle Beach Travel Park has been named the “Park of the Year” by the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds (ARVC).

The ARVC hosted a virtual event, the 2020 Outdoor Hospitality Conference & Expo, earlier this month to announce the award. The Myrtle Beach Travel Park was awarded the Park of the Year Award, recognizing exceptional parks and outdoor hospitality, in the “Mega Park” category of awards.

The Myrtle Beach Travel Park was recognized for its beauty, amenities, activities, and industry-leading marketing.

Paul Bambei, president and CEO of ARVC, addressed the announcement saying, “The parks that receive the Park of the Year honor are at the pinnacle of the industry. These parks are not only wonderful destinations with fantastic amenities but more importantly, the owners and staff at these parks continually provide over-the-top customer service. Even in a difficult year, these parks still found a way to go above and beyond in efforts, by providing world-class amenities, experiences, and customer service!”

Plan a visit to the Myrtle Beach Travel Park and see for yourself why this stunning park was awarded such a prestigious award.

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Myrtle Beach Invitational Will Not Take Place In Myrtle Beach

With uncertainty surrounding the safety of playing sports during the current pandemic, a variety of sports organizations have made the difficult decision to postpone or cancel sporting events altogether. The Myrtle Beach Invitational, which was typically held at Coastal Carolina University, will not be held along the Grand Strand this year.

The Myrtle Beach Invitational is a Division I college basketball tournament, usually taking place in November and featuring a variety of basketball teams from across the nation. This year’s tournament would have featured promising teams like the University of Nebraska, University of Pittsburgh, and the University of Missouri.

The cancellation of the Myrtle Beach Invitational will not only bring a hit to basketball fans but also to the city of Myrtle Beach itself.

It is estimated that the invitational brings in around $2 million in sports tourism every year. With tourism to the city already taking a hit, this will inevitably cause more uncertainty for many businesses who were counting on the increased revenue.

As many basketball teams have been pulling out of the invitational, it is uncertain whether or not the invitational will take at all.

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Grand Strand Golf Directors Association Disbands After 30 Years

As a hub for all things golf, the Grand Strand Golf Directors Association has been a part of Myrtle Beach since 1990. Now, 30 years later, it’s time the organization closed its doors. As a pinnacle part of the Myrtle Golf scene, the Grand Strand will be thoroughly missed.

At its peak, the organization had over 200 members, each partaking in monthly golf outings. Over the course of the last few years, the headcount has dwindled to about 50.

“The industry has changed,” said GSGDA member A.J. Gohil, who was also a former president and vice president of the group. “There’s so much happening online. It’s not like it was in the old days where you had 100 hotels and 100 golf directors, one at each hotel. Now you might have one golf director taking care of 10 hotels from their home or a satellite office. There aren’t as many hotel directors, and people are working from all different locations and it’s harder to get them out”

Throughout the years, the organization has established scholarship funds for local students. The amount reaches $2,500 per year with a maximum of four years per student. That isn’t the only charity work the group has participated in. The GSGDA has given 100 + college scholarships and raised over $350,000 throughout its time as an active organization.

While coronavirus has played a role in the ultimate closing of GSGDA, it was the prior years combined that made the decision final. Instead of coming together as a group, many of the Grand Strand golf courses have changed gears and allowed walking in order to practice social distancing. Walkers need only carry their bags or use a pull cart in order to enjoy the 18 holes.

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Best Spots For Oysters in Myrtle Beach

Seafood lovers of Myrtle Beach, are you excited for National Oyster Day? This year’s celebrations fall on August 5th, the perfect time of year to enjoy the delicacy that is bivalve mollusks. As a means of appreciating the holiday, there are plenty of local spots to shuck an array of oysters. Here’s a round-up of the best spots for celebrating this year’s National Oyster Day in Myrtle Beach.

Bimini’s Oyster Bar and Seafood Cafe

If you haven’t tried an oyster shooter, Bimini’s is the place to go. With platters of seafood and oysters of all sorts, you’re sure to find something you love at this local eatery. Located only five minutes from the Myrtle Beach Strip, you can visit Bimini’s for dining in or take-out between 3 p.m. and 10 p.m.

Hook & Barrel

Bluepoint oysters are a staple for lovers of Hook & Barrel. Visit the epicurean establishment for excellent food and presentation. If you visit during happy hour between 4 and 6 p.m. indulge in some oysters for $1 a pop. For bloody mary fans, you won’t want to pass up a bloody mary oyster shooter. Pro tip: Top your shooter with shrimp for an all-around savory sip.

Dirty Don’s Oyster Bar & Grill

For a more laid back bar feel this National Oyster Day, visit Dirty Don’s for outdoor dining or take out from 11 a.m – 10 p.m. This family-friendly locale offers a delicious oyster roast and sweet specialty drinks. In case you’re craving some seafood alongside your oysters, Dirty Don’s has you covered from crab legs to shrimp and lobster.

Captain George’s Seafood Restaurant

This all American seafood restaurant is best known for its buffet and absolutely fresh seafood. Their raw oysters are salted to perfection, so you’re sure to savor each bite. Visitors are welcomed to practice social distancing inside from 2 p.m – 9:30 p.m. on this National Oyster Day.

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Volunteers Help Fund Wheelchair Mats in North Myrtle Beach

Volunteers of the Adaptive Surf Project and the Surfrider Foundation began installing 6 new wheelchair mats across North Myrtle Beach this week. These wheelchair beach access points allow those that have a disability to enjoy the shore more easily.

Created using UV resistant plastic, the beach mats reduce the distance that wheelchairs must travel over the sand. North Myrtle residents volunteered their time installing these to better improve a beach they know and love.

“These six wheelchair mat locations along the North Myrtle Beach coastline meet South Carolina Department of Health & Environmental Control (SCDHEC) and South Carolina Office of Ocean & Coastal Resource Management (OCRM) regulations,” read a post on the city’s Facebook.

You can find the mats in place at the following locations:

4200 North Ocean Boulevard
3400 North Ocean Boulevard
6th Avenue South
33rd Avenue South
47th Avenue South
Shorehaven Drive in the Crescent Beach section.

North Myrtle beach remains to have 140 beach access points, of which 44 of them are wheelchair accessible.

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Myrtle Beach Speedway Announces Summer Schedule

In May of 2020, the Myrtle Beach Speedway announced they planned to close until further notice. Due to COVID-19, the speedway had concerns for the safety of employees and guests. They’ve since re-opened their doors and rolled out a new summer schedule.

The outdoor facility has several safety precautions in place adhering to the sanitation standards recommended by the CDC. All guests are asked to practice social distancing. Surfaces are disinfected continuously and they assure that those employees working are healthy.

Each week, the speedway fills with vintage cars, chargers, and more. Each week starts a new theme for guests to participate in. Advanced car registration and tickets are for sale online.

Also, a part of the summer schedule is the MB NATIONALS Summer Heat from July 23rd – 25th. This heat is the self-proclaimed “biggest and baddest truck and car show in Myrtle Beach, SC.” Vehicle registration begins at $50 and spectator tickets start at $20. It appears this summer won’t be a bummer for speedway fans. For more information regarding coronavirus guidelines, visit the official website of the Myrtle Beach Speedway.

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Myrtle Beach Pelicans Will Not Play Their 22nd Season

The Myrtle Beach Pelicans recently released a statement explaining that their 2020 season will be foregone due to COVID-19. Many minor league teams have also officially shelved this year’s season. No sector of the sporting industry remains untouched by Coronavirus, but the Pelicans are hopeful of their 2021 plans.

“These are unprecedented times for our country and our organization as this is the first time in our history that we’ve had a summer without Minor League Baseball played,” Minor League Baseball President and CEO Pat O’Conner explained. Out of concern for safety, the option to cancel this year’s season was a necessity.

“We work throughout the year in anticipation of opening our gates to fans from near and far for unforgettable nights with friends old and new. We miss the smiling faces, shared experiences, and the all-inclusive sense of community the Pelicans and Minor League Baseball stands for,” the head of the Pelicans said in a press release.

Fans with season tickets can expect contact from the Pelicans Staff regarding their next step. For now, the Pelicans are gearing toward an unforgettable 2021 season.

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Horry County Schools To Suspend Athletic Conditioning

Horry County Schools will cease athletic conditioning until further notice. Though the team has not reported a positive COVID-19 case, as numbers start to climb in the county, they’ve decided to take action. A statement has not been issued addressing the 2020 season.

Typically, football and other athletic conditioning take place every summer in preparation for the new school year. No equipment was permitted this June, and only nine players were allowed per each coach pod. This was in regulation with COVID-19 social distancing requirements. As of now, there hasn’t been any news regarding the cancelation of the actual sporting season.

All coaches were told this news prior to the Fourth of July weekend. This was done in part by the assumption of celebrations that could potentially spread the virus. The suspension is in place until further notice. For now, athletes will sit tight and wait for more news regarding their conditioning and the future of their season.