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Tis the Season with Holiday Events
Posted by Hope Robbins | Wednesday, December 5, 2018

It seems as if our fall started out with a couple of rough spots, Halloween and Thanksgiving slid right on by and now we’re saying hello December! How did we get here so fast? Not sure if it’s just me, but I feel like I blinked and the year is pretty well done! But that’s okay, we are just in time for the best time of the year!

With December rolling in, there are a plethora of holiday activities going on and the beach gets very festive this time of the year! The water may not be as warm as August, but still feels pretty good and the sand isn’t as hot as it could be, the feeling of it between your toes is nothing but pure bliss. Not to mention the ocean is still waving!

I am not sure what it is about the holiday season, perhaps the spirit of Christmas, but this time of year brings out the magic for folks. Shops are a buzz with people shopping for loved ones and friends while humming the Christmas tune being piped throughout the store. There is an excitement in the air and colored lights and decorations abound everywhere you go.

With that said, we just want to let you in on a few Events that are taking place this time of the year that the kid in us all would not want to miss!

In fact, this the perfect time to head down for a few days. No long lines at your favorite eatery, no traffic jams and you can pick the best seat on the beach and the best part of all…you can save more money.

Don’t forget, besides our low, competitive rates, we are always offering different ways to save you money through various website specials, make-a-bid offers and Vacation E-Z Payment programs. Look at the many ways we can help save you money on your next vacation and help you find some great places to visit!

Remember, BOOK DIRECT AND SAVE!!!

We’ll see you on the beach!

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Post Florence 2018
Posted by Hope Robbins | Friday, September 28, 2018

Thankfully, our cities along the coastline on the Grand Strand made it through Florence pretty well unscathed and are wide open and sunny!

However, our neighbors to the North were not so lucky. Areas in North Carolina were hit hardest with Florence’s wrath. Her wind and rains left some serious damage behind. But other areas, such as parts of the Outer Banks, Myrtle Beach, North Myrtle Beach, Surfside and Garden City were spared from devastation.

Behind these coastal cities are towns. Towns and communities where people live and raise families that work in these coastal cities, rely on these areas for their income and make the commute to the coast every day. These people are ones that provide the linens on the beds or cook a steak to perfection or run the little shop at one of the many shopping venues. These are people that vie to provide the perfect family vacation. These areas and these folks’ homes did not fare so well.

Here it is 3 weeks after Florence and these communities are left in a state of despair with their homes being flooded, roads being washed away and travel into the city becoming precarious and sometimes nonexistent.

For example, some of our restaurants are running slight crews because not all co-workers have access to open roads and can make it in, but a few are still there smiling and cooking up awesome goodness.

Our rural areas are weary, water logged and worried, but we want to see your smiling faces because we all want our “normal” back. We want to get back to business. We want to share our beach. We ask that you do come see us. We also ask you pack your patience and exercise kindness. As that waiter that served you dinner probably drove at least three hours from his temporary housing to be able to provide you excellent service because that’s what we are all about.

For those displaced by Florence, Booe would like to help you. Booe is offering nightly rentals or if a rental is needed longer, Booe offers monthly rentals as well. You can read more about these offers here.

We are a community that lives and breathes the beach and we love sharing it. We also know how important it is to give back to our communities in times of need. Here are a few organizations in the area that are taking donations

Habitat for Humanity

Helping Hand of MB http://www.helpinghandofmyrtlebeach.com/

Helping Hand of MB is in need of pork and beans, pasta sauce, canned veggies- tomatoes, mixed vegetables, carrots, spinach, pinto beans, and potatoes. Also ramen noodles, instant potatoes, and canned fruit. Donations can be made Monday through Friday from 9-2. Just come to the back door for Helping Hand. In the same building as the Community Kitchen but we are a completely different agency

Harvest Hope Food Bank https://www.harvesthope.org/

United Way Hurricane Florence Recovery Fund https://www.unitedway.org/recovery/hurricane-florence

Red Cross https://www.redcross.org/

Local churches and schools are doing donation drives such as Ocean View Baptist, Conway schools, Loris schools and Kingston Elementary.

Suggested Donation Items:

Non-Perishable Foods
Toiletries
Diapers
Baby Food/Supplies

Help Booe help our community!

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Secret Season 2018
Posted by Booe Realty | Wednesday, August 15, 2018

Just because school is starting back and summer is winding down does not mean you can’t keep on summering! We want to let you in on a little secret us locals down here call the Secret Season! The weather is still great, the water is still warm, the main tourist season is over since school is back in session and our weekends are still made for fun! Even if you didn’t get a summer vacation before the strict regime of early mornings and homework begin, you can still sneak in a little vacay to the beach! You should ask yourself….why wait?

The Secret Season! This time of the year is the perfect time to head down to Myrtle Beach for a few days or perhaps a week! Enjoy no long lines at your favorite eatery, no traffic jams, picking the best seat on the nearly-empty beach and the best part of all…you can save more money.

To top it all off with the icing on the cake…. Our rates are near or at the lowest of the year and you can take advantage of the many specials we always offer! Don’t forget to visit our website and view our various website specials, make-a-bid offers and Vacation E-Z Payment programs. Look at the many ways we can help save you money on your next vacation and help you find some great places to visit! Isn’t it time to make some more family memories?

When it’s time to make the plans for this much-needed vacation, please remember to BOOK DIRECT AND SAVE!!! As we say goodbye to the Summer of 2018, let’s give a warm welcome to the Secret Season!!

We’ll see you on the beach!

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Myrtle Beach Welcomes Summer
Posted by Hope Robbins | Thursday, June 21, 2018

Happy summer 1st! Looks like it’s officially summertime!! Let the fun begin! Summertime is what songs are written about. There is nothing quite like a week away from work and the monotony of the daily routines. The warm sunny days and hot lazy nights. Vacation is where you sit back, relax and unwind from the rest of the year. Sometimes with a cool drink in your hand, sometimes a few. Summer vacation is the adult equivalent to a kid’s “schools out”.

And everyone knows when you are planning a week away with the family, everyone is in a frenzy to get packed and going! With that frame of mind, there is always something left behind. So to help out with packing, we have comprised a little list of items you may want to bring when staying in one of our Myrtle Beach vacation rentals.

Items to bring for a Myrtle Beach vacation rental stay
Laundry detergent
Additional rolls of paper towels
Additional trash can liners (large ones too!)
Additional toilet paper
Don’t forget the Antibacterial soap!
Dish sponge and towel
Napkins
Zip-Loc bags, plastic wrap, aluminum foil, etc.
Condiments, spices, etc.
Flashlight and extra batteries in case of power outage….or for the moonlight walk on the beach
First aid kit
Sunscreen and aloe (time to turn so you won’t burn!!)
Insect repellent (it’s SC and we have big Mosquitoes!!)
Beach towels
Sheets, pillowcases, bath mats, wash cloths and bath towels (unless purchasing a linen package)
Tissues
Toiletries
Hairdryer (some properties provide these)
Umbrellas (let’s hope you won’t need this one)

Rentable Items
Chairs and umbrellas set up along the beach can be rented from the nearest lifeguard station.
Contact Lack’s for rates on beach rentals at (843) 448-7741.
Contact John's Beach Service for rentals at (843) 448-6454.

These items can be rented (or purchased) from a local vendor:

Beach Chairs
Beach Umbrella
Bicycles
Baby Equipment (high chairs, strollers, cribs, etc…)
Kayaks
Surf Boards

However, also with summer comes a few storms. Although it is a word we aren’t allowed to say, June through November has all of us watching the weather. If ever there is such an event (that we hope does NOT happen), below are some links you may want to familiarize yourself with.

Red Sky Travel Insurance – For anything that could possibly mess up your vacation.

Q&A about storms – This page is a plethora of information if ever in the event there is a (NOT GONNA SAY IT). This page provides phone numbers, directions and weather information.

But now, back to the fun. Everyone is toting about “live like a local”. Well, we have some great places we like to keep secret, but we think you’ll love them as much as we do. We have spilled the beans before on a few of our favorites, but here is a list again, just in case you missed it.

NORTH STRAND

Crab Catchers – 4474 Water Front Ave, Little River, SC 29566. A relaxed dockside bar & grill offering a simple menu of seafood, steaks & sandwiches plus patio dining.

Horry’s Restaurant – 1155 Hwy 9 E, Longs, SC 29568. A relaxed dockside bar & grill offering a simple menu of seafood, steaks & sandwiches plus patio dining.

Chris’s Pizza and Pub - 170 Surfrider Blvd, Longs, SC 29568. As a locals favorite, Chris' Pizza and Pub offers pizza, subs, wings, and more along with a full bar. Dine-in, Pick-up, and Delivery is available.

Jay’s Asian Fusion - 2186 S.C. 9 E., Longs, SC 29568. Hibachi to sushi, General Tso’s Chicken to Ton Yum Goong soup. Prompt service and authentic flavors make this spot worth the small trek from the beach.

CENTRAL STRAND

Blueberry Grill 7931 N. Kings Hwy, MB, SC 29572. Creative breakfast & brunch fare is offered in a casually stylish, modern space with a patio.

Fire and Smoke 411 79th Ave N. MB, SC 29572. Gastropub offering handcrafted cocktails along with upscale American snacks, small plates & entrees.

Lulu’s Cafe – 1903 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. Classic American breakfast and lunch spot.

Travinia Italian Kitchen – 4011 Deville St, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. Large selection of Italian food

Famous Toastery – 2005 Oak Heart Rd., Suite 5, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579. Fresh, made-to-order, from scratch recipes

Mr. Fish – 6401 N Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572. Market and restaurant of fresh seafood and soft shell crabs

Big Mike’s Soul Food – 504 16th Ave N, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. Down-home joint dishing up big plates of Southern comfort food like fried chicken & collard greens.

Burky’s Grill – 4001 N Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. Counter-serve spot with a ’50s feel serving grill classics, including fried bologna, plus ice cream.

Tupelo Honey – 3042 Howard Ave, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. An all-day menu of Southern comfort food with a creative twist, plus craft beers & cocktails.

Midtown Bistro – 2004 Hwy 17 S #3, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582. Pizza, burgers, steaks & pasta served in a family-friendly environment with contemporary decor.

CO Sushi – 3098 Deville St, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. Local sushi spot featuring uniquely inspired dishes with robust flavors and handcrafted cocktails.

Croissants Bistro & Bakery – 8014 North Kings Highway Myrtle Beach, SC 29572. Comfort food menu for breakfast, brunch & lunch, plus breads, pastries & cakes baked daily.

Hook and Barrel - 8014 N Kings Hwy Suite B, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572. Sustainable food & local produce in an eco-friendly restaurant from the kitchen to the front of the house.

Fiesta Mexicana – 410 70th Ave. North, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572. Festive quarters back up an eclectic Mexican menu & a tequila bar.

Handley’s Pub and Grub - 3873 Renee Drive, Myrtle Beach 29577. Excellent wings, tasty burgers and some specialty dishes that complement the extensive beer selection nicely.

Southern Pancake House - 7100 N Kings Hwy, Myrtle Beach, SC 29572. Family Owned and operated since 1979. Serving the best breakfast and lunch in Myrtle Beach.

Luigi's Trattoria - 503 61st Ave N, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. Luigi’s Trattoria welcomes you to visit us.. We are a family-owned restaurant known for great food, great staff, beautiful decor, and so much more.

OFF THE STRAND

Crady’s Eclectic Cuisine on Main - 332 Main St., Conway, SC 29526. As one of the few places that serve up a real Sunday brunch on the beach, Crady’s food is just as they describe it. Eclectic.

This is just a peek at a few place along the Grand Strand that we locals frequent. But not to worry, make yourself a regular here and the next time you want to head to the beach, you’ll probably stumble on some of your own!� There is, after all, more than just an ocean view!

And don’t forget, besides our low, competitive rates on our Myrtle Beach vacation condo or home rentals, we are always offering different ways to save you money through various website specials and our very popular make-a-bid offers. Look at the many ways we can help save you money on your next vacation and help you find some great places to visit!

Remember, BOOK DIRECT AND SAVE!!!

We’ll see you on the beach!

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Summer is in sight
Posted by Hope Robbins | Friday, June 8, 2018

Well, June has rolled in HOT and fast! The time is flying by and summer is upon us! So much is going on in Myrtle Beach, it seems like a whirl of events. And that’s just for the beginning of June. We have the Carolina Country Music Fest going on right now and it’s not too late to get in there. They’ll be performances all weekend long and what a fantastic lineup they have. The Loomis Brothers circus is in town!!! Woohoo, who doesn’t love a circus!

Fireworks and long summer nights are starting to kick in. Check out Broadway at the Beach’s fireworks schedule and Barefoot Landing’s schedule. Not to mention the activities they have planned each night. My fav is the Sunday character appearances; Spiderman, Captain America, Disney princesses and many more. And if it gets too hot, run through the splash pad and grab some ice cream. What a fantastic way to spend the day! Click here for a whole list of festivities going on during the summer. I am sure there will be some fun in the sun happening while you’re planning to be here too!

This is just a peek at all that takes place along the Grand Strand during June! But not to worry, Myrtle Beach has plenty going on all summer long or any time you want to just get away! There is, after more than just an ocean view!

And don’t forget, besides our low, competitive rates, we are always offering different ways to save you money through various website specials and our very popular make-a-bid offers. Look at the many ways we can help save you money on your next vacation and help you find some great places to visit!

Remember, BOOK DIRECT AND SAVE!!!

We’ll see you on the beach!

May Stays
Posted by Hope | Wednesday, May 9, 2018

They say April showers bring May flowers, but that didn’t seem to be the case this year. April brought some chilly temps, but thankfully, May is here and warming up pretty nicely! The beaches have been sunny and folks have been taking advantage of the pleasant weather. It was beginning to feel a new season had developed this year; “spinter”! While it was supposed to be warming up the effects of snow and ice seemed to linger. Hopefully, that is all behind us now and we can focus on fun in the sun!

Perhaps you already know but May is a busy month in Myrtle Beach. We have so much going on this time of the year, it’s hard to keep up like the World Famous Blue Crab Festival, Harley Spring Bike Week, Atlantic Beach Bike Fest and so much more. May is probably one of the best times to be here except for the summer when the beach is ready for that much anticipated vacation.

But just to give you an idea of what May is like at the beach, we have provided a few of the events below that you just don’t want to miss out on.

Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally is set for May 11-20, 2018 and will feature bike shows, vendors, tours and more around the Grand Strand. There will be hangouts like Jamin’ Leather, Beaver Bar, the Rat Hole, Suck Bang Blow, Myrtle Beach Speedway, Ocean Annie’s Beach Bar and many others.

Mayfest on Main is May 12th, 2018 The 13th Annual Mayfest on Main Festival will be held on Main Street, Saturday, May 12, 2018 from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm. This one day rain or shine event brings approximately 15,000 to celebrate May and the beginning of summer.

Museum Day at Horry County Museum will take place May 12th, 2018 and free to the public. Celebrate the Horry County Museum and our local history! This special event day is free to the public and will feature various activities, demonstrations and information stations from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM on Saturday, May 12th. Visit artifact and fossil ID tables, learn about our natural history, and experience living history demonstrations of butter making and Colonial food ways.

37th Annual Blue Crab Festival will take place on May 19th, 2018 in Little River. Located at the Historic Little River Waterfront, the World Famous Blue Crab Festival is one of the largest festivals in the Southeast with attendance of about 50,000. The festival will feature live beach music, a kid’s zone, and approximately 300 arts and crafts, specialty food, and business expo vendors.

Road Wild 135 Race at the MB Speedway on May 19th, 2018. Road Wild 135 Race Presented by Whelen Engineering featuring Twin Races by NASCAR Whelen All American Series Late Models (NWAAS) 40 Laps each race, Chargers 30 Laps, Super Trucks 40 Laps, Vintage 15 Laps.

2018 Black Pearl Memorial Day and Bike Fest will take place from May 25th to May 28th, 2018 (Memorial Day Weekend) in Atlantic Beach. During Memorial Weekend, people from all over the country travel here to join in festivities including: shopping, vendors, food, music, entertainment, shows, and much more!

Animal Day at the Farm in Conway will be all day on May 26th, 2018. Experience life on the "one horse farm" in Horry County from 1900 - 1955 at the L. W. Paul Living History Farm. Join us on May 26th from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM to learn about the different animals on the farm and their various roles.

Military Appreciation Days takes place the whole month of May in various areas throughout the Grand Strand.

This is just a peek at all that takes place along the Grand Strand during the month of May! But not to worry, June has plenty going on as well as July, August, and September or any time you want to head to the beach! There is, after more than just an ocean view!

Remember, BOOK DIRECT AND SAVE!!!

We’ll see you on the beach!

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Hidden Treasures of Myrtle Beach
Posted by Hope Robbins | Friday, April 6, 2018

Finally, we are seeing sunny and 70 something! Spring is finally arrived and hopefully, will stick around. I don’t know about you, but this beautiful sunny weather has us ready to plan some beach days. Since winter has finally been shown the door, we are gearing up for a fabulous season with a lot of visitors taking advantage of beach time now. Even though it isn’t officially vacation season, Myrtle Beach is still a warm, friendly place to visit anytime.

Quite a few folks that come down this time of year to enjoy the quiet beaches and less traffic also like to “live like a local” while they are here. Along with that, they prefer to dine like one as well. As you know, Myrtle Beach has no shortage of restaurant options, but there are also some hidden treasures that are best known to the locals.

So, we comprised a list of some of the best eats in Myrtle Beach a little off the beaten path.

NORTH STRAND

Crab Catchers – 4474 Water Front Ave, Little River, SC 29566. A relaxed dockside bar & grill offering a simple menu of seafood, steaks & sandwiches plus patio dining.

Horry’s Restaurant – 1155 Hwy 9 E, Longs, SC 29568. A relaxed dockside bar & grill offering a simple menu of seafood, steaks & sandwiches plus patio dining.

Patios - 4495 Mineola Ave, Little River, SC 29566. A roomy deck on the water is a highlight of this colorful spot with food, TVs, live music & karaoke.

Rockefellers Raw Bar - 3613 Hwy 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582. Casual eatery known for seafood cooked in steam kettles has a full bar with happy-hour specials.

The Parson’s Table – 4305 State Rd S-26-850, Little River, SC 29566. Thoughtfully sourced American dishes come in a former church with stained-glass windows.

The Brentwood - 4269 State Rd S-26-852, Little River, SC 29566. Special-occasion option for French cuisine & Lowcountry fare offered in a 1910 home with a full bar. (It is rumored this place is haunted. The Brentwood was even featured on paranormal)

Sea Blue - 501 Highway 17 North, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582. Sleek, contemporary venue with a patio featuring elevated steak & seafood dishes & a full bar.

CENTRAL STRAND

Blueberry Grill – 7931 N. Kings Hwy, MB, SC 29572. Creative breakfast & brunch fare is offered in a casually stylish, modern space with a patio.

Fire and Smoke – 411 79th Ave N. MB, SC 29572. Gastropub offering handcrafted cocktails along with upscale American snacks, small plates & entrees.

Lulu’s Cafe – 1903 N Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. Classic American breakfast and lunch spot.

Travinia Italian Kitchen – 4011 Deville St, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 . Large selection of Italian food