By Isabel Prontes
Myrtle
beach, South Carolina, is one of the most popular
beaches in the Southern region of the
United States. It is a bustling
resort town in South Carolina's Horry County. Every year, countless tourists--usually from South Carolina and the rest of the South, such as Virginia and North Carolina--flock to Myrtle Beach because of its lovely beaches and many recreational activities.
Water Sports
Water sports are popular in Myrtle Beach. No matter what kind of water activities you like, you can find some place to do them in Myrtle Beach. There are many dive areas for scuba diving, and kayaking and windsurfing on the onshore winds of the Atlantic are some of the best ways to enjoy your time on the beach. Other popular activities include surfing, fishing, boating and parasailing.
Water Park
Myrtle Waves Water Park is the biggest water park in South Carolina. It is a great way to have some refreshing, old-fashioned fun in Myrtle Beach. Some of the rides and attractions at the park include Bubble Bay, LayZee River, Ocean in Motion Wave Pool, Racin' River, Arooba Tooba, Snake Mountain and Super Chute. If you love water slides and don't mind getting a little wet, Myrtle Waves Water Park is a fun place to visit.
Myrtle Waves Water Park
3000 Mr. Joe White Ave.
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 913-9260
Broadway at the Beach
Walking down Broadway at the Beach is one of the most exciting and vibrant ways to experience the heart and soul of Myrtle Beach. Broadway at the Beach is home to countless shopping, restaurant and nightlife options. There are also many specialty stores. The Hard Rock Cafe is here. Some stores at Broadway at the Beach are Earthwear, The Disney Store, Tango Bay Clothing Co., Breezin Up, Tropical Reef, Caribbean Vibes and many others.
Broadway at the Beach
1325 Celebrity Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(800) 386-4662
Palace Theatre
The Palace Theatre in Myrtle Beach provides a cultural and artistic twist. At the theater, you can see "Le Grand Cirque," which is an extraordinary show that is full of artistry and imagination. If you want to see some of the best acrobatic and theatrical performers on the planet, you should definitely consider checking out this show.
Palace Theatre
1420 Celebrity Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 448-0588
Ripley's Aquarium
Ripley's Aquarium is another fun place to visit while in Myrtle Beach. It is a marine-life facility that combines education and entertainment, and it is fascinating for people of all ages. The aquarium spans 87,000 square feet and is the most popular tourist attraction in all of South Carolina. Whether you want to see Southern rays, cow-nose rays, living corals, sea anemones, weedy sea dragons or horseshoe dragons, this vast aquarium has it all. Be sure to check out the "Babies" exhibit, which features eggs of baby seahorses, baby sharks and baby caimans.
Ripley's Aquarium
1110 Celebrity Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(800) 734-8888
About the Author:
Isabel Prontes is a freelance writer and traveler residing in Manhattan, NY. She has traveled to five continents and counting. Her work has appeared on a number of websites, such as Travels, eHow.com and "Happy Living Magazine." Prontes has a professional background in public relations; she received a bachelor's degree in communication studies from Pace University.
