Here at Coral Beach Resort and Suites, we're proud to have been named "Best Family Accommodations" by the Travel Channel.  Our resort caters to families of all shapes and sizes as well as couples and individuals.  If you are planning to stay in Myrtle Beach during your next family vacation, look no further than Coral Beach.

Our rooms are spacious enough to accommodate any family.  Whether you choose our cozy efficiencies or our largest oceanfront suites, your family will be staying in style.  Each room comes complete with fully equipped kitchens, cable TV, wifi, and other creature comforts.

You'll find plenty of amenities to keep your family busy at Coral Beach.  There are 10 pools to choose from.  If you're looking to relax, coast along in our lazy river or enjoy our indoor heated pool or jacuzzis.  Your kids will have a blast in our waterpark exploring the submarine and shipwreck.  If that's not enough water for you, remember, the beach is only steps away!

After a long day at the beach there is still plenty to do.  Our on-site recreation center features an eight lane bowling center, arcade, game room and more.  If that's not enough your family will enjoy our live seasonal entertainment including pool parties and karaoke.

Take a break from cooking for your family while you stay with us.  Enjoy our Marketplace breakfast buffet every morning and grab some lunch at Sandbucker's Beach Bar & Grill.  Just want to stay inside after a long day of excitement?  That's fine too.  Let us deliver directly to your room.

Just because we have plenty for families to enjoy doesn't mean we don't have great offerings for adults, too.  Unwind in our saunas or work out in our fitness center.  If that's not enough we also offer free tennis priveleges at a nearby club.

Coral Beach is centrally located, so it's easy to get to nearby attractions.  Whether you want to enjoy one of the great family friendly shows like Dixie Stampede or the Alabama Theatre, or shop and have fun at Broadway at the Beach, you're minutes away at our resort.

With all this and more, it's no wonder that the Travel Channel considered Coral Beach such a family-friendly resort.  For over 20 years, we have offered plenty of fun for all types of families.  The next time you're planning a family getaway, think of Coral Beach Resort & Suites.

First of all, Happy Thanksgiving to everyone! We here at Coral Beach, Sea Crest and Holiday Inn-“At the Pavilion” hope that this holiday season is superb one for all of our guests, both current and future.

With Thanksgiving upon us, that means that Christmas is just a month away.

Here in Myrtle Beach, the yuletide season has become a great time to visit the Grand Strand due to the moderate weather and wealth of activities in which you can partake.

There are a host of shows at area entertainment theatres who host annual Christmas-themed productions, including the Carolina Opry, the Alabama Theatre and Dixie Stampede. Each of these theatres offers a different perspective on the entertainment aspect and all provide a holiday show well-worth seeing.

In addition to the theatre’s productions, there are several other Christmas-related activities in Myrtle Beach. One of the most breathtaking is Brookgreen Gardens’ Night of A Thousand Candles event has become a tradition for many locals and visitors alike. Taking place the first three weekends in December (Dec. 4 and 5, December 11 and 12 and December 17 through 19), this Grand Strand-area haven sees art, environment and music melded into a Christmas-themed, awe-inspiring sight. A favorite seasonal event in the Myrtle Beach area, carolers and musicians add the sounds of the holidays to the enchanting garden scene. Performers this year include a variety of genres and talents, such as: Rocky Fretz;; the Vocal Edition choral ensemble group; and Eric Jones performing the African Kalimba, while the Stand Youth Ballet.

Also, from December 5-7, the 19^th Annual Winter Arts & Crafts Show will be held in Myrtle Beach. For nearly two decades the Annual Winter Arts & Craft Show has been one of the premier craft shows in the Myrtle Beach area, routinely offering a solid display of more than 200 craft vendors.

Along the Grand Strand, there are also Christmas parades in North Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach and Conway for children, and adults alike, to enjoy.

All of us here at our great resorts are looking forward to the month of December and all of the happiness and joy it brings! So, until next time, feel free to let me know your thoughts on what’s happening at any of our three resorts.

Best,

Lynette

We here at the Coral Beach, Sea Crest and Holiday Inn-“At the Pavilion” know firsthand that the fun that Myrtle Beach has to offer is positively endless. Rain or shine, summer or fall, there is plenty to keep you and your family happy and busy all vacation long!

Headed for a day on the beach? Take the kids on a banana boat ride or see Myrtle Beach from a different angle and go parasailing at Downwind Sails or Ocean Watersports. Both are conveniently located off of Ocean Boulevard in Myrtle Beach.  You could also spend your afternoon or evening at one of the numerous parks or attractions along the Grand Strand. Or you could walk around Broadway at the Beach and enjoy dining, shopping and attractions for the whole family, including miniature golf, the IMAX theatre, Ripley’s Aquarium and the Pavilion Nostalgia Park. 

For those who just want to kick back, relax and enjoy a good show, you certainly have your pick! Choose from The Carolina Opry, Alabama Theater, The Palace Theater, The Dixie Stampede or Medieval Times. 

Even though we’re drawing closer to the  end of summer, there are still countless things to do and visit along the Strand, including arts and crafts shows, the upcoming, Blue Grass Festival and the Beach Ball Classic.

There are several arts and crafts festivals in the coming months including 34^th Annual Atalaya Arts and Crafts Festival, which will be held September 25-27 at Huntington Beach State Park near Murrells Inlet, the Dickens Christmas Show at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center November 12-15 and the 2009 Springmaid Winter Arts Festival, which will be held December 5-7.

Also, in October, the Market Common will be hosting its Second Annual Oktoberfest. This year, the German festival will take place on Saturday, October 2 and will feature The Reingold Band, food and beer selections and specials from all of the Market Common restaurants and bars and host of children's activities.

In December Myrtle Beach is home to the Beach Ball Classic where 16 of the finest boys high school basketball teams and 16 of the girls finest basketball teams from around the country will compete for a Championship Trophy.  This 10 day event has all the action a sports fan could ask for with teams for the 2009 games coming from Neveda, Texas, Wisconson, Kentucky, New York, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia.  Beach Ball Classic is December 18-31.

With so much to do, Myrtle Beach promises to have everyone in your family sleeping like babies at the end of fun-filled day.

What’s your favorite thing to do in Myrtle Beach?

Until next time, feel free to let me know your thoughts on what’s happening at any of our three resorts.

We’re having another wonderful day here in Myrtle Beach!

The summer season is off to a great start for the guests of Coral Beach Resort & Suites, Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort and Holiday Inn-“At the Pavilion.” The weather has been phenomenal, the beaches are as beautiful as ever and all of the great Myrtle Beach attractions are running full tilt. It looks like 2009 is going to be a great year for Grand Strand visitors.

Speaking of attractions, “Hot Summer Nights,” which is sponsored by The Oceanfront Merchants Association and the City of Myrtle Beach, is a fun-filled oceanfront experience that’s bringing a summer full of FREE music, entertainment and fireworks in Plyler Park. Located steps away from Holiday Inn-“At the Pavilion,” on Ocean Boulevard at Mr. Joe White Avenue,  Plyler Park is the home for a plethora of daily events for those who visit Myrtle Beach’s boulevard.

Every Tuesday and Saturday there are music concerts for fans of all genres, with extra concerts set for July 4 and Labor Day weekends.  Fireworks illuminate the sky every Wednesday at 9:30 p.m. from the Second Avenue Pier (weather permitting) and there is a kids’ carnival from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. every Monday through August 17.  The carnivals include bounce houses, cotton candy, bungee run, street performers, scavenger hunts and music over the public address system.

This is a great addition for Myrtle Beach visitors and locals alike. To learn more about this great addition for your vacation at the Holiday Inn-“At the Pavilion,” which is the only three diamond resort in the heart of Myrtle Beach, check out http://www.myrtlebeachdowntown.com/.

Until next time, feel free to let me know your thoughts on what’s happening at any of our three resorts.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is the most popular ocean-side resort destination along the east coast of the United States. Millions of visitors arrive each year to view its magnificent coastal topography, visit the areas many historical and cultural attractions, and, one can’t fail to mention, play golf. Of the many reasons for the popularity of Myrtle Beach, the most important is its wonderful weather.

 The area has an average daily temperature in the mid ‘70’s. Best of all, as a region with a subtropical climate, Myrtle Beach experiences mild winters. At its coldest, in January, Myrtle Beach rarely cools below the low 50’s and often the daytime highs reach the mid- 60’s. This is perfect golf weather for those who are otherwise shoveling snow and bundling up in parkas farther north. December and February are even better with an average daily temperature in high 60’s. Nights are colder, however with temperatures dipping down near freezing.

 For golfers and nature lovers, spring is the best time to visit Myrtle Beach. In March and April the daytime temperature hovers around 70. During spring the nights are still cool, but pleasant. High 40’s to mid-50 degree temperatures also make this the perfect time for romantic walks along the shoreline, a patio dinner at one of the amazing seafood restaurants along the shoreline, or a visit to the nearby Intracoastal Waterway to watch the sailboats headed to Florida with their running lights glowing in the darkness.

 Like all regions with subtropical climates, Myrtle Beach is humid in the summer. Average temperatures are in the high 80’s and low 90’s throughout June, July, and August. But it is a moist heat and this is the time to enjoy the cooling waters of the Atlantic Ocean. However, you will be surprised at how warm the water is in comparison to beaches in the northeast. Water temperature is in the low 80’s in July and August, begins falling in September and reaches a bracing 50 degrees in the winter months.

 Spring water temperatures are in the 60’s. Even in the heat of the summer there is good news in that the evenings are cool – low 70’s is the average at night and the sea breeze will further invigorate you. For golfers, July is the wettest month, with over 5 inches of precipitation. But the sun shines more often than not in Myrtle Beach. There are, on average 215 days of sunshine in this ocean-side paradise, 150 days of overcast skies, and only 70 days of rain. Keep in mind that the hottest months are also the least expensive months to play. Greens fees fall as fast in June, July and August as the temperatures rise.

 You will find frequent afternoon thunderstorms this time of year, so plan to get your golf in early in the day. Whatever your plans include in Myrtle Beach the weather is likely to cooperate. From sightseeing at nearby historical sights in the fall, golfing while your friends shiver at home in the winter, sunbathing in the heat of summer, or sailing in the spring, the weather is often Myrtle Beach’s best attraction.

Despite last week's wild fire that began near the Barefoot community in North Myrtle Beach, hotels in Myrtle Beach have now resumed normal operations and are telling tourists to come on down. While many residents of the North Myrtle Beach area were displaced because of the wild fire, the popular tourist attractions in the Myrtle Beach area remained unaffected for the most part and at this point all attractions and hotels are open and operating normally.

This includes the golf courses, with the exception of two Barefoot Resort courses, which are possibly Myrtle Beach's most popular tourist attraction. The Myrtle Beach area has approximately 55 golf courses totaling 1,026 holes. While the wild fires burned more than 20,000 acres and destroyed nearly 70 homes, miraculously almost all of Myrtle Beach's golf courses were spared from any damage.

The ability of the hotels and tourist attractions to remain in operation despite the wildfire is attributed to the quick action of local and state emergency personnel who acted diligently to control the wildfires. Also, due to the natural barrier created by the Intracoastal Waterway, much of the fire and smoke associated with the wild fires was prevented from reaching the tourism related businesses located along the Grand Strand. The Grand Strand is located east of the Intracoastal Waterway while the wild fires occurred west of the Intracoastal Waterway, which has allowed the tourist attractions to remain largely unaffected, even from the smoke which often lingers for days or weeks after a wild fire.

Even though the Myrtle Beach area was largely unaffected by the wild fires, Myrtle Beach officials have asked tourists to avoid Highway 22, Highway 31, and Highway 90, at least until the end of April, as portions of these roadways remain closed for precautionary measures due to the wild fires. These Myrtle Beach officials have also stated that the Myrtle Beach International Airport is open and completely unaffected and that as of April 24, 2009, all area golf courses are open and operating on a normal schedule.

At this point it should be pretty clear that the Myrtle Beach area is now operating normally despite the wild fires, but it is understandable that potential tourists may still have some questions. Potential tourists can contact the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce with any questions or concerns. Horry County is also making officials available to answer any questions or concerns regarding the wild fires.

Tourists who do make it down to Myrtle Beach during the remaining days of April will be able to participate in Myrtle Beach's Go Green Month, which lasts through the entire month of April. During Go Green Month, tourists who show that they recycle are able to receive coupons and savings from many area merchants.

Although the wild fires struck right at the beginning of the tourist season, it appears that Myrtle Beach has met the challenge and they are open for business.

Hello from Myrtle Beach.

As you may have witnessed through various news outlets, a wildfire that began yesterday is currently affecting a section of the North Myrtle Beach area.  Tourism throughout Myrtle Beach proper and in particular, the Coral Beach Resort, Sea Crest Resort and Holiday Inn-“At the Pavilion”, have not been directly impacted by this terrible event.

The fire is currently located well west of the Intracoastal Waterway, affecting a small area of the Grand Strand, approximately 20 to 25 miles north.  To date, the wildfire has caused damage to private homes in the North Myrtle Beach area. Luckily, no major injuries have been reported and area fire and safety personnel are tirelessly working to minimize impact to homes and wooded lands in the surrounding area.

Even with the tragedy currently affecting our area, Coral Beach Resort & Suites, Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort and Holiday Inn-“At the Pavilion” are open. In addition, we are continuing to accept reservations for those looking forward to a Myrtle Beach family vacation weekend.

We are deeply saddened by the current happenings in our area and are keeping our friends and neighbors in our thoughts and prayers. As we move forward, we ask that you do the same.

Until next time, feel free to let me know your thoughts on what’s happening at any of our three resorts.

When searching for oceanfront efficiency units for your next vacation, a search on the Internet will result in many choices of locations and many accommodations from modestly priced ones to luxury facilities. There are many beautiful beaches from which to pick. Would you rather have a nice, wide sandy beach or a more rugged rock lined coast? There is much information available on the Internet to aid you in deciding on a location for your vacation.

Once you have decided on an oceanfront destination for your vacation you will need to decide what kind of efficiency will fill your needs. Is being on the first floor a consideration? Is a porch or patio with an ocean view desirable and available? How many bedrooms are available in a unit? Is there more than one bathroom if your group is large enough to need this? Does anyone in your group require that the facility be handicapped accessible? Among the questions that will need answers are whether pets are allowed if you desire to have your dog or cat accompany you.

Also, there is the matter of smoking. If you are a smoker, check to see what the policy is at a potential rental site. To some, a swimming pool is desired so be sure to see if the facility you are considering has one if this is important to you. If there are children in your group this may be particularly important. Jacuzzis are offered by some facilities if you like to have a relaxing soak after a day on the beach.

To help make your decision easier many sites on the internet offer very good photos of the outside of their buildings as well photos of the rooms which will give you a good feel of what to expect once you arrive at your destination. Most also have directions on their site to guide you. When picking your efficiency it may also be important to you to find what type of entertainment is nearby. Is history your thing?

 If so, you may want to book efficiency in a coastal area that is rich with history with tours available to interesting sites. Taking a trip to the oceanfront is enjoyed by many people and is an ideal family vacation. With so much information available on the Internet today, it is possible to sit in the comfort of your home with your family members and search and search until you find the ideal location for your vacation rental.

If you will be taking your family on this trip it is important to find out whether this is a child-friendly facility and whether there are activities that the children will enjoy. Some landlords have limits on the number of people who can stay in a unit so that should also be checked out. The idea of a vacation is to find a place that all of the participants will enjoy and the place you chose to stay can go a long way in whether you enjoy your stay.

Welcome again to our premier oceanfront resorts blog and Happy Spring to you! I’m Lynette Emiroglu, director of sales and marketing for Coral Beach Resort & Suites, Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort and Holiday Inn-“At the Pavilion.”

Throughout all of our resorts, we’re currently running a phenomenal special that will certainly help resort visitors like you in planning your next Myrtle Beach vacation.  Dubbed the “Early Book” savings program, it is designed to help Myrtle Beach-bound vacationers save on lodging costs.

For a limited time, vacationers who book their Myrtle Beach vacations in advance can save up to 35 percent on lodging costs at Coral Beach, Sea Crest or the Holiday Inn-“At the Pavilion.” The rates for this special are as follows:

·         Booking 90 days in advance – 35 percent savings

·         Booking 60 days in advance – 30 percent savings

·         Booking 30 days in advance – 25 percent savings

·         Booking inside 30 days of visit – 20 percent savings

In addition to the “Early Book” program, our three properties are offering one free night’s stay during the leisure seasons with the purchase of a two-night stay in-season via our “Free Stays Program.”

We are excited about these great savings opportunities for potential and repeat Myrtle Beach vacationers. In the face of today’s economic uncertainty, we fully believe in providing value to those who deserve, and are in need of, a relaxing vacation. Our three properties have been a fixture in Myrtle Beach for more than 25 years, and we feel obliged to give customers more value for their money.

Until next time, feel free to let me know your thoughts on what’s happening at any of our three resorts.

Hello and welcome to the first installment of our premier oceanfront resorts blog. I’m Lynette Emiroglu, director of sales and marketing for Coral Beach Resort & Suites, Sea Crest Oceanfront Resort and Holiday Inn-“At the Pavilion”, and I am glad you’ve taken the time to read this inaugural blog.

Here at our resorts, we have more than 25 years of experience in providing the best, most relaxing vacations in Myrtle Beach. In our quest to go the extra mile for our guests by giving you more than they expect when it comes to a vacation, we’re now stepping into the social media arena to better connect.

Through this blog, I hope to provide a soundboard to relay what’s happening in Myrtle Beach and our resort properties, new services we have on tap and tips and trends that are prevalent in today’s vacation marketplace.

For 2009, our three properties have some exciting vacation packages and programs on the horizon. To ensure you’re one of the first to learn about what’s new with our premier resorts, check back here regularly.

Until next time, feel free to let me know your thoughts on what’s happening at any of our three resorts.