Here's an interesting piece of information about Ripley's Aquarium - it filters more water in one day than the city of Myrtle Beach does during the entire summer season. We learned that on a behind-the-scenes tour that taught us a great deal about just what makes the aquarium tick. Seeing the backstage area of Ripley's gives a person an even greater appreciation for the wonderment the general public can experience on a regular basis when they visit one of the Myrtle Beach area's most popular attractions. Make a point to check out the Swarm!…

Hard to believe that Thanksgiving is a little more than a week away. So, it's official; the holiday season is upon us once again. Take a drive around the Myrtle Beach area, and you'll see homes and businesses already adorned with their seasonal baubles, trinkets and lights. The Carolina Opry is also into the spirit of the season already, in the form of their amazing Christmas show. It's a wonderful marriage of song, dance, comedy and plenty of holiday cheer. And hey, the little ones in your household will be happy to know the performers even…