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Explore the unique neighborhoods of Myrtle Beach.

The best trips aren’t just about where you go—they’re about what stays with you. The laughter echoing down the boardwalk. The first time the kids see the ocean. The familiar feeling of a place that somehow still surprises you. Myrtle Beach is more than a destination. It’s a tradition in the making, where memories are passed down and new ones are born with every visit. Plan the getaway that brings it all together at VisitMyrtleBeach.com

Located in the northern end of the Myrtle Beach area and just a short drive inland, Loris began as a railroad town serving the lumber industry in the late 1880s. Loris is also the birthplace of chicken bog, a traditional Southern dish consisting of rice, chicken, sausage and spices. In celebration of this scrumptious dish, the community hosts the annual Loris Bog-Off Festival each year which draws thousands to the area. Additionally, a revitalized downtown offers shopping, dining and a local farmer’s market with a feast of fresh produce and home baked goods.

The fishing village of Murrells Inlet was once the lair of the infamous pirate Blackbeard. Today, it’s an outdoorsman’s dream. No matter your boating preference, there is an experience for every taste. And when visiting what is known as the “seafood capital of South Carolina,” you know a delicious meal awaits after a fun-filled day.

Connue sous le nom de Capitale mondiale du golf, Myrtle Beach possède également une scène culinaire et brassicole vibrante, des attractions amusantes pour tous les âges, et se trouve sur 60 miles de magnifique littoral. Consultez cette fonctionnalité Destination 101 (en français) pour un aperçu rapide de ce à quoi vous attendre lors de votre voyage à Myrtle Beach, en Caroline du Sud. 

Founded more than a century ago, the small town of Aynor is located 35 miles inland on Highway 501. Celebrated for its friendliness, the community is referred to as “Little Golden Town.” 

September brings the famed Harvest Hoe-Down Festival to Aynor, where country living is celebrated with food, games, music and fun for the entire family.

On the Hook is where you can find the answers to all your questions! How do I clean a fish? What seasonings should I use on grouper? Why does fish taste like this? What's life like as a shrimp boat captain? Learn all this and MORE from Dylan Foster, our seafood expert right here in the Seafood Capital of South Carolina. Trust us ... your cooking game will be changed forever. Check out www.visitmyrtlebeach.com/onthehook for more!

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A visit to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is a great way to make family memories and safety is key to to making them the best!