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Historic Taste of Georgetown Tour Offers Flavorful Trip to Lowcountry

Looking to spice up your Myrtle Beach vacation experience with some distinctive South Carolina flavor? Take your taste buds for a culinary tour through the historic port city of Georgetown. Located only 30 miles south of Compass Cove Oceanfront Resort, Georgetown has a rich past that is deeply rooted in food. Once the world's...

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Five Reasons to Ride to the Myrtle Beach Fall Bike Week

When it comes to discovering the beauty of the Grand Strand in the fall, many vacationers choose to visit the Myrtle Beach area on two wheels rather than four. That's especially true for the annual Myrtle Beach Fall Bike Rally, which welcomes thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts to the Strand on Oct. 1-7 for a fun-filled week of...

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Celebrate Labor Day Weekend in Myrtle Beach and Save at Compass Cove

Labor Day weekend in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is the perfect time and place to say farewell to summer, and Compass Cove Oceanfront Resort provides the perfect opportunity. Located on the Atlantic Ocean and beautiful beaches near the downtown district, Compass Cove Oceanfront Resort is close to all the Labor Day weekend festivities...

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Motor City Musical Headlines Lineup at the GTS Theater

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is more than 800 miles from Detroit, Michigan, but the Sun Fun Capital also offers a small taste of the Motor City at the GTS Theater. Located near The Market Common on the south side of Myrtle Beach, only a short drive from Compass Cove Oceanfront Resort, the GTS Theater offers big-time entertainment in an...

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Myrtle Beach Hosts the Ultimate Birthday Party for America on the Fourth of July

Celebrate Uncle Sam's 242nd birthday in "America's Favorite Family Beach Vacation Destination" - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The Fourth of July is the peak of the summer season on the Grand Strand, a 60-mile stretch of Carolina coastline that welcomes millions of visitors each year with its sandy beaches, cool Atlantic...

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Don’t Miss the Sizzling-Hot Summer Festival Lineup in Myrtle Beach

The thermometer isn't the only thing on the rise in Myrtle Beach this summer. So are the festivals, and there's no better place for a party than America's favorite family beach vacation destination. Right on cue, the Grand Strand's festival season heats up with the arrival of summer. It's the perfect time to...

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Spring Brings Fun Festivals to Myrtle Beach Social Calendar

Guests at Compass Cove Oceanfront Resort can experience the fun and comfort of staying and playing at the popular resort while also taking in all of the spring festivities. Here's a guide to help you plan your trip so that you can attend as many Myrtle Beach spring festivals as possible: * April 20-22, Myrtle Beach Food...

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Top 5 Restaurants for Sushi in Myrtle Beach

Mention “seafood” in Myrtle Beach and someone is sure to point your toward the popular seafood  Calabash-style restaurants and buffets, or to the Murrells Inlet Marsh Walk in the “Seafood Capital of South Carolina.” But ask about sushi and you might get a few blank stares. They might not be decked out in neon lights or have the long lines...

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Experience Small Town Fun at Socastee Heritage Festival

Millions of vacationers visit Myrtle Beach, South Carolina each year for the beach, attractions, shopping, dining and entertainment in The Sun Fun Capital. But if that's all you see and do during your Grand Strand getaway, you are missing out on the many surrounding communities with their own distinctive vibes. Myrtle Beach may get...

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Get ready for the 2018 Quilt Gala, Sponsored by the Grand Strand Quilters

Not too far from the Compass Cove Resort is the 24th Annual Quilt Gala at the Ocean Lakes Family Campground.  If your passion is quilting, you won’t want to miss this event.   The Compass Cove Resort is a great place for your accommodations, amenities and amazing oceanfront views. The first gala took place at the Horry County Museum in...

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Spreading Christmas Cheer at Compass Cove Is a Snap (or 5) With Our Holiday Hunt

While comfortable temperatures and white-sand beaches don’t always jump to mind when most of us think of the holidays, they both await on the Grand Strand for those dreaming of an escape from the cold and snow. The Myrtle Beach area offers a great and easy-to-access way to get a break from the winter weather – and without missing...

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Welcome 2018 in Style With a New Year’s Trip to Myrtle Beach

While New York is famed for its televised Times Square ball drop and Las Vegas is known for shutting down the Strip so crowds can watch the fireworks from the streets, few places nationwide can offer the subtropical climate, the fun, coastal atmosphere, and the family-friendly environment found right here on the Carolina coast when 2017 rolls...

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