http://mbsun.ifg.net/ en jim@mbgolfinsider.com Copyright 2010 2010-03-13T13:18:54+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/youve-saved-for-it-now-save-on-it/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/youve-saved-for-it-now-save-on-it/#When:11:42:50Z With the economy still in a slump, many families are pinching every penny they can again this year. Scheduling a much-needed break from the hustle and bustle of daily life can seem like an extravagance out of your reach. However, if you get a little creative and plan ahead, you can craft a Myrtle Beach vacation to fit your budget. You get the welcome break from reality with a minimum hit to your wallet. Try these seven tips for saving on your family vacation. 1.  Bring some friends. Instead of springing for a hotel room for just your immediate family, consider inviting some friends or extended family to share the cost of a multi-room suite, vacation home or condo. If you have kids, invite traveling companions with kids, too. You’ll have instant playmates and entertainment for your little ones. 2.  Hunt for coupons. Don’t skip past the brochure racks in the hotel lobby and area supermarkets. They are usually chock full of coupons for local entertainment venues and restaurants. Area visitors’ centers often have discount offers for attractions, too. Check around for the best deals. 3.  Have a picnic on the beach. Instead of lunches out, pack some cold cuts or PB & J to eat on the beach. Save some dough for a special meal out at night if you can swing it. (Take home your leftovers for a quick and easy lunch the following day.) 4.  Pack smart. Bring as many supplies as you can from home so you don’t get stuck buying essentials such as sunscreen and toothpaste on your trip. If you do forget a common toiletry item, check with your hotel’s front desk to see if they have a complimentary extra. 5.  Bring along your own entertainment. Board games, puzzles and card games are good (and free) ways to entertain kids after a long day at the beach or on a rainy day. 6.  Budget, budget, budget. Decide before your trip how much you want to spend on dining and entertainment, and stick with it. If you have kids, let them choose an activity within your price range. 7.  Watch the clock. You can get better deals at certain times of the day: An afternoon discount at a water park or miniature golf course; a late-day tee-time discount; an early-bird special for dinner; food and drink specials during happy hour. Get more for your money by planning around these deals. And, of course, all this depends on getting a great deal on your Myrtle Beach trip to begin with.  Check here for hotel savings, or here for your rental of choice. Blog, Myrtle Beach Area, Hotels, Visitor Info, Beach 2010-03-16T11:42:50+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/celebrating-the-49th-annual-canadian-american-days-this-week/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/celebrating-the-49th-annual-canadian-american-days-this-week/#When:20:25:51Z The Myrtle Beach area rolls out the red carpet this week for its friends from the North, as the 49th Annual Canadian-American Days festival welcomes Canadian and American visitors with a lineup of fun events, giveaways, discounts and concerts taking place throughout the Grand Strand. Participants can choose from a variety of events and activities (many free), including band concerts, the kickoff celebration expo, St. Patrick’s Day parade and dance, festivals and much more. Discounts and special offers are also available for area attractions, restaurants, golf and services. Canadian-American Days draws as many as 100,000 Canadian visitors and snowbirds. The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce introduced Canada Days in 1961 to attract Canadian families during their spring school break. The name was changed to Canadian-American Days in 1963. It is regarded as the first international festival organized in South Carolina. This week’s highlights include: 2010 RBC Bank Canadian-American Days Kickoff Celebration Expo, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. March 16 – This expo officially kicks off Can-Am Days and features exhibitors, musical entertainment, prizes and giveaways. Myrtle Beach Convention Center, Exhibit Hall C, Myrtle Beach. Free to the public. 16th Annual South Strand Wildlife and History Day, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. March 17 – Enjoy family-friendly entertainment, exhibits and activities. The Taste of Murrells Inlet, a culinary extension of the event, will boast specialties from some of the finest restaurants in the “Seafood Capital of South Carolina.” Huntington Beach State Park, 16148 Ocean Hwy., Murrells Inlet. Free for Canadians with valid ID. Adults: $5, S.C. senior citizens: $3.25, children 6-15: $3 and children 5 and under: free. For more information, visit SouthCarolinaParks.com or call (843) 235-8755. 2010 RBC Bank Presents the 208th Army Reserve Band, 7 p.m. (doors open 6 p.m.) March 19 – Christ United Methodist Church, 2901 Fantasy Way, Myrtle Beach. Free but tickets are required. Tickets available 10 a.m. March 16 at the 2010 RBC Bank Canadian-American Days Kickoff Celebration Expo, Myrtle Beach Convention Center. 2010 RBC Bank Presents the U.S. Navy Band, 7 p.m. (doors open 6 p.m.) March 20 – Beach Church, 557 George Bishop Pkwy., Myrtle Beach. Free but tickets are required. Tickets available 10 a.m. March 16 at the 2010 RBC Bank Canadian-American Days Kickoff Celebration Expo, Myrtle Beach Convention Center. For more information, call (843) 626-7444/(800) 356-3016 or visit CanAmDays.com. The MBACC reserves the right to make changes to festival events without notice. Source: Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Blog, South Carolina, Myrtle Beach Area, Family attractions, Visitor Info, Music, Entertainment, Shopping 2010-03-15T20:25:51+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/play-2-get-1-free-this-spring/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/play-2-get-1-free-this-spring/#When:23:13:36Z Play two of these Prime Times Signature Courses this spring, and get an afternoon round for free!  Offer runs through April 9, 2010. Check out MBN.com for all the details! Golf Vacations, Golf, Visitor Info, Myrtle Beach Area, Blog 2010-03-14T23:13:36+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/taking-on-the-gambler-at-kings-north/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/taking-on-the-gambler-at-kings-north/#When:12:18:54Z Links Illustrated host and PGA TOUR veteran Hugh Royer, III shows you how to do it. Golf, Golf Instruction, Visitor Info, Myrtle Beach Area, Blog 2010-03-13T12:18:54+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/glen-dornoch-stroking-a-day-away-by-the-waterway/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/glen-dornoch-stroking-a-day-away-by-the-waterway/#When:13:29:40Z By Becky Billingsley No need to find a different place to enjoy your post-game glow after a round at Glen Dornoch, because between the food, drink and view all your needs and desires are covered. This is assuming you are the kind of person who enjoys sitting on a patio, eating from-scratch recipes, sipping frosty beverages, looking upon sea birds foraging beside the Intracoastal Waterway, and appreciating a relaxing view of trees, tide and unsullied nature. The Glen Dornoch Grill in Little River is inside a well-appointed, 13-year-old clubhouse with an understated elegance drawing attention from every angle to that view. Inside and out, gracefully straight architectural lines convey the sense of a frame for a gorgeous landscape. This is where Food and Beverage Manager Carol Burns and a friendly staff prepare what she calls “everyday healthy food,” but she is being modest. The fare is actually the kind of delectable recipes someone has lovingly prepared to put you in the comfort food zone. The menu isn’t lengthy or complicated. Every day there are freshly prepared batches of Chicken Salad, Tuna Salad and Egg Salad, which can be plated with crackers, put on a croissant or, in the case of the tuna salad, served warmed as a Tuna Melt. Presentations are created with a mind for visual and gastronomic pleasure, with tasty accompaniments such as tomato and hard-boiled egg wedges, shredded Cheddar cheese, Arugula lettuce and dill pickle spears.That Chicken Salad is Burns’ personal recipe with a kiss of dill and other deft touches. Golfers often buy extra to take home and enjoy again later. Another selection for which the restaurant is known is The Glens Burger, which is an Angus cheeseburger served on thick Texas Toast with grilled onions, chips and a pickle. There are also Hot Dogs, Chicken Fingers, Grilled Ham and Cheese, and cold sandwiches including Turkey and Swiss. Sandwiches come with toppings that are also prepared with care, from their delicate julienne cuts to fresh herb garnishes. Course regulars have learned to be aware of the day’s house-cooked specials, such as a hot Meatloaf Sandwich with Bacon served on Texas Toast with sides of cole slaw and onion rings. If the weather is pleasant, as it is most of the year, diners can enjoy their meals seated at patio tables with an elevated view of the waterway. In the morning that could be a Breakfast Sandwich filled with egg, cheese, bacon, sausage or ham, and a glass of juice. Later in the day the sandwich and salad menu can be accompanied by beer or cocktails. If it is cold or rainy the restaurant is likely still busy, because the public knows Glen Dornoch as a gorgeous locals’ dining secret. Even in the rain, the view and the food provide total relaxation. Glen Dornoch is at 4840 Glen Dornoch Way in Little River and the number is (800) 717-8784. It’s open daily from dawn to dusk. Restaurant Reviews, Golf, Visitor Info, Myrtle Beach Area, South Carolina, Blog 2010-03-12T13:29:40+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/weekend-spotlight-can-am-days-dance-filled-nights/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/weekend-spotlight-can-am-days-dance-filled-nights/#When:12:50:00Z By Lauren Poster This weekend marks the unofficial celebration of St. Patrick’s Day here on the Strand. A few days chock full of events help visitors and residents alike celebrate the green in a variety of ways. In addition to the Ocean Boulevard St. Patrick’s Day Celebration (1-11 p.m. Saturday) and the North Myrtle Beach holiday parade and festival (9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday), Market Common will be presenting the second annual Irish Fest this Saturday, featuring an array of Irish and Irish-style brews, food, and live music outdoors in Valor Park from 11 a.m. To 5 p.m. Unrelated to the Irish but no less fun are the National Shag Dance Championship Finals, held over the next three nights at the Spanish Galleon in North Myrtle Beach. Visit www.shagnationals.com for more information on this local tradition. People from all over the world come to spectate and participate. Another local staple, 2001 Nightlife, is unveiling its new club, Next Level, Friday and Saturday nights with doors opening at 8 p.m. Newly renamed the 2001 Entertainment Complex, this series of clubs is tucked away from the hurly burly of downtown on Lake Arrowhead Road off Restaurant Row, and features a nice combination of wild dance music and lower key entertainment for partyers of all ages. The band No Limit will perform both nights. Annually, the middle of March marks the celebration of Can Am Days in Myrtle Beach. This is the 49th year Myrtle Beach has officially honored its neighbors to the north, and this year is no different. March 13th-21st are the official dates, but most events don’t really begin until March 15th. Go to www.visitmyrtlebeach.com/Canadian_American_Days/ for more information. Finally, REO Speedwagon will be performing at the House of Blues on Friday night, followed Saturday night by the ebullient Ben Folds, an eclectic pop pianist known for such hits as “Rockin’ The Suburbs” and “Brick.” Get out and go wild. Whether you’re Irish and want to be kissed, or are just looking for a good time, there’s more than enough entertainment to go around. Beach, Entertainment, Bars, Music, Visitor Info, Family attractions, Myrtle Beach Area, South Carolina, Blog 2010-03-11T12:50:00+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/time-to-get-your-irish-up/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/time-to-get-your-irish-up/#When:15:19:49Z By Lauren Poster To get your green on in Myrtle Beach this year, check out these family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day events, scheduled for March 13 because of the Wednesday holiday this year: Annual North Myrtle Beach St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival, Main Street, North Myrtle Beach, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This 22nd annual event features a parade down Main Street, two stages of live music, rides, games, arts and crafts. The parade begins at 9 a.m., and the festivities continue all day. For more information, visit StPatNMB.com. Downtown Myrtle Beach celebration on the oceanfront, Myrtle Beach oceanfront at the end of Mr. Joe White Avenue, 1-11 p.m.  The Myrtle Beach Pipe and Drum Corps is one of the more traditional acts, nestled between lots of fun rock acts, like Cracker and Drivin’ N’ Cryin’.  You will find plenty of Irish food and a variety of beers on tap. An after-party for the grownups is at Bumstead’s Pub, 400 Mr. Joe White Avenue.  For more information, visit MBDowntownStPats.com. IrishFest at The Market Common, Valor Park at the Market Common in Myrtle Beach, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Irish beer and food for the grownups and facepainting and activities for the kids are the highlights of this festival. For the arguably more authentic (and over 21) experience, visit any one of our fair city’s Irish-themed pubs: Pat and Mike’s Irish Pub, 1359 U.S. 17, Little River. (843) 249-7145. Brian Tiernan brings a mix of Irish music and comedy to the pub from 1 to 4 p.m. March 17 and Sideswiped is slated to play from 6 p.m. on. Finn McCool’s, 501 Lake Arrowhead Road, Myrtle Beach. (843) 449-7616. The St. Pat’s celebration starts here March 15 with live entertainment and continues through March 17. Hours are 11 a.m. - until Blarney Stone’s, 1318 Celebrity Circle, Broadway at the Beach, Myrtle Beach, (843) 626-6644. Shamrock’s, 2510 North Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, (843) 448-2532. Broadway at the Beach at Celebrity Square is offering a “block party” and live music celebration on March 17, with an encore March 19.  The series will include tributes to Journey and the Dave Matthews Band.  Nothing says St. Patrick’s Day like Journey tunes. If all else fails, you can rent “Boondock Saints” and listen to U2 while sobbing patriotically into a green beer at your hotel while pining for the homeland of Yeats, author of such great lines as “perne in a gyre” and other hits. Go, Erin, Go. Bars, Holiday, Music, Visitor Info, Myrtle Beach Area, Blog 2010-03-10T15:19:49+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/boardwalk-progresses-zipping-by-the-sea/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/boardwalk-progresses-zipping-by-the-sea/#When:19:27:02Z By Terry Massey The Drifters sang about it, Monopoly players try to land on it, and Myrtle Beach is about to land one in its own back yard. We’re talking about “Boardwalk,” of course, and a new, 1.2-mile oceanfront walkway is currently under construction and on schedule to open in June. The Boardwalk and Promenade, or the “Best Mile on the Beach” as it is being billed by city planners, will stretch from 2nd Avenue Pier to 14th Avenue Pier in the heart of Myrtle Beach. It is designed to give visitors and locals an attractive strolling alternative to the sidewalks of Ocean Boulevard, with stores and shops mixed with the natural beauty of the beach. ”This is going to be one of the best projects ever to come to Myrtle Beach,” said Myrtle Beach Mayor John Rhodes. “When it’s finished I think it’s going to bring a lot more people downtown, locals and tourists. It’s going to have something for everyone.” The boardwalk will be divided into three distinct sections – the North section running from 14th Avenue North to Plyler Park, featuring raised walkways along the dunes line and walkways to the beach accesses; the Central section from Plyler Park to 8th Avenue North, providing a wide deck with open-air cafes and shops; and the Southern section from 8th Avenue North to 1st Avenue, featuring a winding promenade pathway with park benches and scenic landscaping. City planners hope the project will serve as a replacement drawing card for the old Pavilion, which left a void in the downtown district and decreased foot traffic for local shops and attractions. Special summer events such as concerts and festivals are already planned to introduce people to the boardwalk and promenade. Parking shouldn’t be an issue, since the City of Myrtle Beach is leasing the old Pavilion garage and Boardwalk Parking, located on the corner of Mr. Joe White Avenue and Chester Street behind Mammy’s Kitchen, is opening its 129-space lot near Plyler Park. ”We’re the closest lot to the main section of the boardwalk so we’re expecting a lot of traffic,” said Boardwalk Parking owner Mike Lambert. “We’re hoping we can provide easy access for visitors and help alleviate some of the parking issues downtown.” Hanging by a thread For those looking for a little more adventure than a stroll down the boardwalk, two new area attractions look to take visitors and locals to new heights. Radical Ropes Adventure Park, featuring a series of roped-obstacle courses, climbing walls and zip lines, plans to open this summer on the corner of King’s Highway and 19th Avenue North, while another rope course and zip line will be added at Broadway at the Beach. Radical Ropes, which is being built by Experiential System of Chicago, plans to use the existing trees on the wooded lot to construct a series of rope course and zip lines, some of which will travel approximately 600 feet and 50 feet in the air. It’s an attempt to cash in on the growing trend of eco-tourism. In contrast, the ropes course and zip line at Broadway at the Beach will serve to buttress existing attractions and add a thrill-seeking element to the shopping and entertainment complex. The zip line will travel 500 feet over the lake about 50 feet off the ground while the ropes course will offer swinging beams and suspension bridges. ”We think (the zip line and ropes course) will add to the excitement of the entire complex,” WonderWorks general partner Robin Turner said in a statement. WonderWorks, which currently operates similar attractions in Orlando and Gatlinburg, Tennessee, also plans to open an upside-down science museum at Broadway at the Beach next year. Something old, something new While the economy has limited the number of brand-new attractions in 2010, there are many like-new attractions returning to the Grand Strand this season. Market Common on the former Myrtle Beach Air Force base has expanded operations with 40 shops, eighth restaurants, a theater and numerous special events scheduled for this year. The Ocean Drive Pavilion and Amusement Park returns for season No. 2 in North Myrtle Beach and Freestyle Music Park, formerly Hard Rock Park at the old Waccamaw Pottery Outlet in Myrtle Beach, hopes to re-open after delays due to financial problems. But despite the low number of new things to see and do in 2010, the good news is that it’s still the same old Myrtle Beach with plenty of golf, shopping, dining, entertainment and, oh yeah, fun on the beach. The sun, surf and sand are always plentiful and free, even in a down economy. Exercise, Freestyle Music Park, Business Development, Beach, Entertainment, Visitor Info, Family attractions, Myrtle Beach Area, South Carolina, Blog 2010-03-09T19:27:02+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/10-packing-tips-for-your-family-beach-vacation/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/10-packing-tips-for-your-family-beach-vacation/#When:16:58:27Z Family trips to the beach are a great way to spend those lazy, summer hours, but packing for them can be difficult and stressful. There are always a million things you want to bring, but no way to squeeze them into that four-door sedan with the kids in the back. This little guide should get you off to the right start in the art of packing smart and packing light, by listing the 10 basic must-have items for the perfect family beach vacation. 1. Sunscreen is the most important item for any excursion to the sandy shores. Sun poisoning and eventual skin cancers are serious risks, and young children with fair skin are especially susceptible to exposure. Protect your whole family by picking up a squeeze or spray bottle, and lather up before you head out into the heat. 2. A good set of beach chairs is an excellent choice for all your leisure needs. The best kind to look for are lightweight, with a canvas seat an aluminum frame for stability. Plastic chairs are cheaper, yes, but they won’t last as long and sometimes even blow away! 3. Towels are the quintessential beach accessories, and you should never embark on your trip without them. They’ll dry you off when you’re cold and wet, and provide a great lounging bed on the soft beach sands. Find an extra long one so you can stretch out and take a nap without getting any sand on you. 4. Umbrellas are key to keeping you out of the sun for an afternoon nap. Nobody likes to wake up and find his or herself tomato-red on the front and pale on the back. Sunscreen can’t stop all of it. 5. Toys are a great distraction for the kids as you kick back and watch over them from your seat up the beach. Buckets and shovels are a must-have, for castle construction and just general digging (underrated fun!). Boogie boards and kites are also fun items for the whole family. 6. Snacks are important to keep up everybody’s energy. Kids get hungry quick, and it’s no fun to pack everything up and leave to get lunch when you can just munch on something quick and easy right where you are. Make sure you seal everything in plastic so the sand doesn’t get in! 7. One of the best ways to pass the time on the beach is by curling up with a good book. For the beach, bring something fun and easy to read, or that you will enjoy discussing with your friends or family. Bring some children’s books, too, for a nice activity when they need a break from the waves. 8. Sunglasses will help protect your eyes from the high levels of ultraviolet light at the beach. They will also make your reading more pleasant, as the glare off the pages of a book can often give you a headache if your eyes aren’t properly shielded. 9. You are surrounded by water at the beach, but remember that you can’t drink any of it! Be sure to pack more than enough drinking water for your family (overestimate if you can), because nothing dehydrates a person faster than running around on hot sand in high temperatures. Heatstroke is a serious risk for the young and elderly, so play it safe and bring plenty to drink. 10. Finally, you will need to make sure to bring some big beach bags to pack all your gear in. Find some fun, ocean-themed canvas totes: they will fit a lot, they are durable, and they will last for a long time. If you haven’t yet booked your Grand Strand family beach getaway, you can get started right here. Enjoy! Beach, Visitor Info, Family attractions, Myrtle Beach Area, South Carolina, Blog 2010-03-08T16:58:27+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/top-collegiate-golfers-hit-grand-strand-next-week/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/top-collegiate-golfers-hit-grand-strand-next-week/#When:16:19:44Z For more tournament information, visit GoCCUSports.com, or to include the TPC of Myrtle Beach in your next golf vacation, visit WaccamawGolfTrail.com. Golf, Visitor Info, Myrtle Beach Area, South Carolina, Blog 2010-03-06T16:19:44+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/burkys-grill-legendary-local-comfort-food/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/burkys-grill-legendary-local-comfort-food/#When:15:18:17Z By Becky Billingsley The little restaurant at the Village Square shopping center in Myrtle Beach has had different names in its more than two decades in business, but throughout the changes Burky’s Grill has served a comfort food menu that a second generation is now enjoying. Wayne Burkart opened the restaurant in the mid-1980s as G.D. Ritzy’s, which was a South Carolina chain with three Myrtle Beach locations. In 1987 a corporate decision was made to close the unit at Village Square, so Burkart bought it, renamed it Ritzy’s (the G.D. was offensive to some church-goers, although it was merely the initials of one of the founders’ name) and operated it successfully for 18 years. Burkart sold Ritzy’s in 1999 and went fishing for a couple of years before becoming bored. He went back to work and eventually had three restaurant jobs, all at the same time. When Ritzy’s went up for sale in 2003 he bought it again. “We just had the best year we ever had here last year,” Burkart recently said. That successful formula includes a spotless restaurant where a longtime staff cares about the quality of their products. “The average crew member has been here six years,” Burkart said. “They’re all like little managers. Harriet Small – she is my utility everything, expert at everything – has been here 14 or 15 years.” That crew cooks up a menu of town favorites. Burgers are thin patties with lacy, crispy edges, and they’re served on toasted buns. Get fries with that and you’ll receive a pile of crispy shoestrings big enough to share. Hot dogs are scrumptious juicy Sabretts, and it is highly recommended to order them topped with chili. The chili is made fresh in-house every day, and it simmers for at least six hours before being served. That chili can also be ordered Cincinnati-style on top of spaghetti noodles and topped with shredded Cheddar cheese, beans, peppers, onions or tomatoes. Other good uses of cheese are in Stuffed Baked Potatoes that can also be topped with broccoli or bacon; Grilled Cheese; or on the Taco Salad.There are five salad choices at Burky’s including Pasta Salad and the Deluxe Grilled Chicken Salad. Light diners also appreciate being able to choose Steamed Vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower and carrots), or those same veggies can be ordered raw and served with a choice of dips. Another favorite menu item includes soups served on rotating days: Cream of Broccoli, Chicken Noodle, Lumberjack Vegetable and Creamy Clam Chowder. Those soups go well with a Fried Bologna Sandwich, Corn Dog, Barbecue Sandwich or a Veggie Burger. Anyone feeling in need of an ultimate dose of comfort may opt for the Deluxe Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich, which comes studded with peanuts. Children have a special $3.65 meal deal that includes a choice of a hamburger, hot dog or corn dog with fries, drink and scoop of ice cream. Ah, the ice cream. Burky’s serves luxurious Ashby’s Sterling Ice Cream, and it is sold by the scoop, pint or quart, and in sundaes, shakes and floats. Many a Myrtle Beach resident has a favorite Burky’s meal, and Burkhart is often writing down orders before certain customers get to the counter. Hundreds of those regular customers are members of the Myrtle Beach Car Club. Burky’s has 1950s flair in its décor, and these classic car owners have weekly cruise-ins. From 1-4 p.m. Saturdays from October through early March, and from 6-9 p.m. Friday nights from March through September, the Burky’s parking lot is a car lover’s dream. Plenty of locals visit Burky’s during the cruise-ins for an inexpensive family activity, because nothing on the Burky’s menu costs more than $5.50 except for a quart of ice cream, which is $9.95. Burky’s Grill is at 3901 N. Kings Highway in Myrtle Beach, at the front of Village Square shopping center. It is open daily for lunch and dinner, and the number is (843) 626-2888. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available. Restaurant Reviews, Visitor Info, Family attractions, Myrtle Beach Area, Blog 2010-03-05T15:18:17+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/vineyard-festival-pageants-concerts-highlight-weekend-events/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/vineyard-festival-pageants-concerts-highlight-weekend-events/#When:13:15:48Z By Lauren Poster One of the best signs that the long hard winter is ending is the barrage of spring-like happenings blowing onto the coast in the first week of March.  In addition to the onslaught of Lenten supper events at area churches (suitable for those of you who give a rip about being good), Myrtle Beach has a lot of cool things to check out this weekend. With Can-Am Days and the National Shag Dance Championships still weeks away, it seems like little could assuage the weary traveler’s need to break out. Thankfully, La Bell Amie Vineyard is hosting the Remember When Oldies Festival on Saturday from 12 to 5 p.m.  Featuring local music and food from two Lowcountry restaurants (Hunt’s Lexington Style Cookin’ and Smokin’ Pit BBQ), the vineyard will also offer tours and wine tastings.  Tickets are $8. Also this weekend is the 2010 Miss Myrtle Beach Teen and Miss Myrtle Beach Scholarship Pageant.  This is the official preliminary for the Miss South Carolina and the Miss America Pageants, and is the largest event of its kind in the state.  Even those of us who are personally uninvolved may be lured to attend in the perverse hope of witnessing a backstabbing, “Drop Dead Gorgeous” moment.  Held 5 – 9 p.m. Saturday at Coastal Carolina’s Wheelwright Auditorium, the pageant will award scholarships to local, well-behaved ladies between the ages of 13 and 24.  Tickets are available by calling 843-449-8945. The Oak Ridge Boys are also playing the Alabama Theatre on Saturday. The show starts at 7 p.m., and tickets range from $40.95 to $53.95. Even more refreshing may be an infusion of up-and-coming talent scheduled for Friday at the Fresh Brewed Coffee House downtown.  Chattanooga-based band Jettison Never, a three-piece featuring brothers Matt and Josh Gilbert and cousin Ben Phillips, are a power pop force to be reckoned with, having toured exhaustively over the last year both solo and in support of bands like Mute Math and Pillar.  The performance begins at 8 p.m., but getting there early is advisable.  Fresh Brewed is a dynamic, cutting-edge local venue with very limited seating in the heart of downtown Myrtle Beach near the old Chapin department store. Another cool, matchbox-sized local venue right around the corner from Fresh Brewed is The Basement (the only basement in town).  They are hosting an art show Saturday at around 7 p.m.  Both venues have MySpace pages offering more information.  Now get out there and pretend like it’s warm! Entertainment, Bars, Music, Visitor Info, Myrtle Beach Area, Blog 2010-03-04T13:15:48+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/can-am-days-free-tickets-available-for-military-band-concerts/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/can-am-days-free-tickets-available-for-military-band-concerts/#When:17:34:29Z RBC Bank is presenting three military band concerts as part of the 49th annual Canadian-American Days, to be held March 13-21 throughout the Grand Strand. The festival, which is organized by the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, will offer a lineup of fun events, giveaways, discounts and concerts. The concerts are free and open to the public, but tickets are required. Tickets will be limited to two per person on a first-come, first-served basis. Here are additional details: 282nd Army Band: When: Monday, March 15. Doors open at 6 p.m. Ticket holders must be seated by 6:45 p.m. The concert begins at 7 p.m. Where: Beach Church, 557 George Bishop Pkwy., Myrtle Beach Tickets: Available beginning 8:30 a.m. March 8 at the Chamber offices at 1200 N. Oak St., Myrtle Beach 208th Army Reserve Band: When: Friday, March 19. Doors open at 6 p.m. Ticket holders must be seated by 6:45 p.m. The concert begins at 7 p.m. Where: Christ United Methodist Church, 2901 Fantasy Way, Myrtle Beach Tickets: Available beginning 10 a.m. March 16 at the 2010 RBC Bank Canadian-American Days Kickoff Celebration Expo, Myrtle Beach Convention Center at 2101 N. Oak St. U.S. Navy Band: When: Saturday, March 20. Doors open at 6 p.m. Ticket holders must be seated by 6:45 p.m. The concert begins at 7 p.m. Where: Beach Church, 557 George Bishop Pkwy., Myrtle Beach Tickets: Available beginning 10 a.m. March 16 at the 2010 RBC Bank Canadian-American Days Kickoff Celebration Expo, Myrtle Beach Convention Center Source: Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce Culture, Entertainment, Music, Visitor Info, Family attractions, Myrtle Beach Area, Blog 2010-03-03T17:34:29+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/seven-tips-to-make-your-family-hotel-stay-a-blast/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/seven-tips-to-make-your-family-hotel-stay-a-blast/#When:19:25:57Z   Staying in a hotel room with kids can either be one of the most stressful or enjoyable parts of a vacation. Set a bad tone, and the whole family can be set on edge. But if you are willing to have fun with it, you can turn your shared hotel room into a great bonding experience for your family. Here are seven tips to having a great time—and getting your kids to go to sleep—in a hotel room while you’re on vacation. 1. Have a positive attitude. Kids can sense stress, and if they feel like you’re tense about the situation, they will act out. Instead, if you look at it as an opportunity to “camp indoors” during your trip, everyone will feel better about the situation. 2. Order dinner and a movie. Instead of going out to a restaurant, order room service, or better yet, get delivery from a local pizzeria. You’ll save some money and you’ll create a happy atmosphere in the room you’re going to share. Yes, the price of a pay-per-view movie at a hotel can be as much as $10, but when you compare it to the cost of going to a theatre with two adults and two kids, it’s a steal. 3. Bring games. If you’re going to have some time to kill before you settle down to bed, have a deck of cards or a board game with you to liven up the evening. You won’t have to rely on the television, and you can have a great time teaching your kids a new game, or revisiting one they’ve played before. 4. Stay at a hotel with a pool. Giving your kids the opportunity to jump in the pool—no matter what time of year you take your vacation—is a great way for them to burn off some energy and tire them out before bedtime. 5. Bring familiar toys or pillows from home. Make sure to bring your child’s favorite stuffed toy, pillow or blanket from home. Even if he or she doesn’t seem attached to one item at home, it could be a source of comfort in an unfamiliar room. 6. Lights out. After dinner, a movie and games, it’s time to settle in for the night. If your kids are used to sleeping in a dark room at home, make your hotel room dark, too. If your little ones sleep with a nightlight or closet light on, re-create that in your room. If you’re not ready to turn in for the night, try reading with a portable book light. Or, better yet, enjoy some quiet time with your spouse on the balcony. You’ll be close enough to hear the kids if they need you but won’t keep them awake. 7. For young ones, bring a portable crib. Many hotels offer portable cribs so check with yours before your trip. If one is not available, bring a portable one with you. It will be a familiar, safe environment for your child and will allow them to feel comfortable in a new space. Ideally you can put this out of sight of your bed, as your infant/toddler will likely stay awake if he/she can still see you. Your kids will keep their family vacation memories for a lifetime so make your trip a happy one. Remember to stay calm and relaxed; engage your kids; and, most of all, have fun! Enjoy your family time and follow these simple tips for making yourselves at home in your hotel. Myrtle Beach is known for being a family destination. With tons of amenities to entertain and thrill your little ones, Myrtle Beach hotels are ready to make your vacation special and memorable. Click here to check out great hotel deals from our partners. Visitor Info, Hotels, Family attractions, Blog 2010-03-02T19:25:57+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/airport-improvement-project-approaching-next-phase/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/airport-improvement-project-approaching-next-phase/#When:16:50:46Z By Christina Knauss Horry County officials and members of the tourism industry are counting on a multi-million dollar improvement project at the Myrtle Beach International Airport to boost the Grand Strand’s reputation with vacationers and business travelers. The overall project is expected to cost $129 million, and includes construction of a new commercial terminal, as well as a road construction project that punches Harrelson Boulevard through to U.S. 17 Business to allow for easier access to the airport. A new general aviation terminal, also part of the project, opened to serve private aircraft in October. Horry County Council Chairman Liz Gilland said in a recent interview airport planners are slated to meet with the area Community Appearance Board on March 4 to submit updated plans for a new commercial passenger terminal on the east side of the runway, adjacent to the current terminal. Earlier design plans for a west side terminal were turned down by the board because of concerns about traffic and noise. “That was our stonewall that undid the terminal project on the west side, and their approval is critical to continue with work on the east side,” Gilland said. “We’ve worked closely with the board all the way, and we really think that all approvals will be received this time. Their approval would allow us to get our building permits and move forward.” M.B. Kahn Construction of Conway is managing the overall project. No specific dates have been set for construction on the new terminal to begin. Airport spokeswoman Lauren Morris said the new passenger terminal would add five more passenger gates, for a total of 12. The terminal will also include new facilities for ticketing, passenger screening and baggage handling. The new terminal can’t arrive soon enough for members of the tourism industry, who say that an expanded airport means the ability to draw from a wider geographical base of travelers looking for a Myrtle Beach vacation. “From our perspective, a growing air service to the Grand Strand is a key element to our marketing strategy,” said Brad Dean, president of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. “This is a high priority for the Chamber and also Myrtle Beach Golf Holiday. The project expansion of the current terminal is an essential component to tourism for the Grand Strand.” Another focus of the reconstruction project has been to provide jobs for the area during difficult economic times. Gilland said planners have broken up the project work into smaller increments so more local companies can make bids on the work.“We wanted to focus on hiring local workers – there’s been a concerted effort to do that,” she said. There has been an ongoing effort to make Myrtle Beach International more competitive with other regional airports, especially in a difficult economic climate that has caused both business and leisure travelers to either cut back on travel, or be more discriminating about the prices they are willing to pay for tickets. Statistics show that 743,206 passengers came through Myrtle Beach International in 2009. Morris said this was a decrease of between 5 and 6 percent from the previous year. “Considering that overall air travel was down 12 to 15 percent, we were delighted,” Morris said. “Most airports lost service and capacity last year, and we gained new service.” Morris said passenger numbers started to rise in the fall. In fall 2008, Horry County Council voted to lower fees charged to airlines using the airport in order to attract more carriers and new routes to the airport. Morris said the importance of the market and growing interest among travelers is evident in recent announcements of new service to the Myrtle Beach area. Las Vegas-based Allegiant Air announced two new nonstop Myrtle Beach routes in the past week, including Youngstown-Warren, Ohio beginning on April 22, and Fort Wayne, Indiana beginning April 30.  The carrier also plans to add nonstop service to Grand Rapids, Michigan on April 30. American Eagle will begin service to Dallas-Fort Worth from Myrtle Beach on April 6. An international link is also about to open up, when Porter Airlines based in Toronto will start nonstop Myrtle Beach flights beginning Feb. 27. Airport planners are also reaching out to private pilots. The airport’s new general aviation terminal opened in October and since has been drawing good reviews from local pilots as well as those who regularly fly in and out of Myrtle Beach from other areas. The terminal is expected to accommodate more than 45,000 people annually. Morris said the old general terminal, which was located in a converted Air Force operations building, had long been inadequate to serve Myrtle Beach’s growing needs. The old terminal was demolished in early February. The new 11,000-square foot facility includes an executive conference room, pilots’ lounge, training rooms and expanded parking. “It’s a full service terminal like we had before, but its’ a much more modern professional facility,” Morris said. “The general aviation terminal is a wonderful facility and it was long overdue,” Dean said. “It’s exciting even in this struggling economy to see that new terminal. That with the expanded commercial terminal and the completion of Harrelson Boulevard will be a mini economic explosion right in the central Grand Strand.” Gillard said the general aviation terminal has been getting good reviews all around. “The folks that work there absolutely love it, and pilots who fly in and their passengers are real impressed,” she said. “It’s a state-of-the-art building, a good looking building.” To learn about Myrtle Beach International and airport redevelopment plans, visit www.flymyrtlebeach.com. Business Development, Visitor Info, Myrtle Beach Area, South Carolina, Blog 2010-03-01T16:50:46+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/willbrook-plantation-named-among-americas-top-50-for-women/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/willbrook-plantation-named-among-americas-top-50-for-women/#When:00:57:00Z Willbrook Plantation in Pawleys Island earned high honors by Golf Digest Magazine by being named to its 2010 list of “America’s Top 50 Courses for Women.” Watch here as Head Golf Professional Kevin McGuire and two of his course’s frequent players discuss. Golf Vacations, Golf, Visitor Info, Myrtle Beach Area, Blog 2010-03-01T00:57:00+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/melting-pot-of-myrtle-beach-earns-national-honor/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/melting-pot-of-myrtle-beach-earns-national-honor/#When:03:00:09Z OpenTable, Inc., a leading provider of free, real-time online restaurant reservations for diners and reservation and guest management solutions for restaurants, today announced the 50 restaurant winners of its 2010 Diners’ Choice Awards for Best Service. A popular Grand Strand eatery, The Melting Pot of Myrtle Beach, has made the cut among the nation’s elite. The list of winners is derived from nearly four million reviews submitted by OpenTable diners for over 10,000 restaurants in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. ”Diners consistently tell us that service is one of two most important factors in making a meal great, often just as important as the food,” said Caroline Potter, OpenTable’s Chief Dining Officer. “The restaurants on this list have made a distinct impression with diners by providing top-notch service and truly completing the experience of dining out.” Based on feedback collected from OpenTable diners between February 2009 and January 2010, the 50 restaurants on this year’s list received the highest scores from OpenTable diners, indicating that they were considered to provide the best service. For more information about this list, please visit http://www.opentable.com/bestservice. Source: OpenTable.com Restaurant Reviews, Visitor Info, Myrtle Beach Area, Blog 2010-02-27T03:00:09+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/parents-babies-dive-right-in-at-rec-center-swim-classes/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/parents-babies-dive-right-in-at-rec-center-swim-classes/#When:10:49:05Z By Lauren Poster This may be one of the few times when the term “water head” is appropriate, but only if used very carefully. Thursday night students gathered for their second of eight classes, and very few of them could even talk., much less follow explicit instructions. That’s because the Pepper Geddings Recreation Center is beginning its circuit of swimming lessons for toddlers and infants, with a course in play now and another scheduled to begin in April. Christina Cruz, a full-time swim instructor at the Recreation Center, is teaching this series. Already dripping when I arrive, Christina instills immediate confidence in anyone afraid that she doesn’t know what she’s doing. Who qualifies to take this class? “Emmentaler typically means anyone from six months to three years of age,” she says. Raising an eyebrow, I ask, “Isn’t emmentaler a type of cheese?” Christina responds with a patient smile, probably well cultivated from her work with children. “Infant. Toddler.” Should I jump in the pool? Christina notes that it’s easiest to teach younger children, “because they’ll pretty much let you do whatever you want to them.” The older ones can get ornery. Fortunately, however, their plaintive cries blend nicely with the chlorine-sanitized echoes of whistles blowing, wakes cresting, and diving board snaps coming from the grown-up side of the pool. The class, which runs for 30 minutes, is quick-paced and highly interactive. Standing in the middle of the pool with parents and children along the wall, Christina uses her excellent lung capacity to call instructions out to participants. Lining the pool is the familiar blue grippy stuff, so reminiscent of a matted Muppet’s hairdo, that keeps children from slipping casually into the abyss. I have a suspicion that this class is primarily attended by mothers, but Christina corrects me. “One term I had only fathers and their children,” she says, although tonight the pool reminds me of the gymnasium at a junior high school dance. All the women are lined up on one side, and the men fan more towards the outland, intrepid travelers in this world of underwater discovery. The class is not intended to make your baby the next Jacques Cousteau. More than anything, it is geared towards making a child comfortable just being in the water. There is a often a great fear factor involved in being in water deeper than your belly button for the first time, as many a Canadian visitor can tell you. Christina starts off with simple commands, incorporating familiar nursery rhymes to make the water more palatable. Dipping your child halfway into the water to the tune of “Humpty Dumpty had a great fall” is a creative way to entice the wee ones, and Christina’s unbridled “now JUMP!” is clearly more geared to the fearless older kids.Notably, very few parents even get their heads wet during this class. The same cannot be said for the kids. Swishing face is part of the curriculum. Nonetheless, it is very gentle, and at no point during the beginnings is an adult to leave a child to his own devices. Christina does bring socialization into the mix, visiting each child in the circle and asking the parent to pass his or her bundle over for a moment. Individual attention is paid to anyone having trouble; however, some whimpering and frownie faces are to be expected. George (dad) and Nicholas (son) Beck are doing this for the second time. Nicholas did this 10 months ago, when he was just 9 months of age. George jokes over Nicholas’ quivering lower lip, “there’s always one crybaby in the pool!” He hopes now that Nicholas is older he will appreciate the classes more. By contrast, some of these children, even younger ones, resemble overgrown tadpoles. But no matter what level you start at genetically, there are important things to be learned in the class. “They need to know safety precautions, little tips that can save their lives if followed,” says Christina. And above all, she reminds us, “this is supposed to be fun. We don’t want there to be pressure for anyone to be a perfect swimmer.” A package of eight classes spanning four weeks (Tuesdays and Thursdays) costs $42, and early registration is recommended. The later you wait to register, the higher the chance that the class time you desire will be canceled due to low enrollment, or that you will be turned away due to high enrollment. Depending on attendance, classes are offered around 9:30 a.m. and again around 5:30 p.m. Call the Pepper Geddings Recreation Center at 843-918-2280 to get more information about upcoming classes. Don’t wait until it’s too late to make sure your child has fun in the water all summer long! Family attractions, Myrtle Beach Area, Blog 2010-02-25T10:49:05+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/first-phases-of-myrtle-beach-boardwalk-on-schedule-for-march-completion/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/first-phases-of-myrtle-beach-boardwalk-on-schedule-for-march-completion/#When:17:32:53Z By Christina Knauss Unusually cold temperatures, rain and even a freak snowstorm haven’t slowed down work on the boardwalk that is transforming 1.2 miles of Myrtle Beach’s oceanfront. As of Feb. 22, work on the boardwalk, which extends from the Second Avenue Pier to the 14th Avenue Pier, is on schedule, according to Koribrett Turner-Vaught, executive assistant for the Myrtle Beach Downtown Redevelopment Corporation. She said the four inches of snow that fell on the Grand Strand Feb. 12 was a surprise, but didn’t slow down the work. Workers from Conway-based M.B. Kahn Construction have been on site seven days a week recently. The north section, from 14th Avenue to roughly Eighth Avenue North, is nearing completion. Most recently, extensive work is being done on the central section of the boardwalk, which extends from Plyler Park to Eighth Avenue North. Work is also moving along on the south section, known as the “South Promenade,” which runs from Eighth Avenue North to First Avenue North, just south of the pier. Turner-Vaught said plans call for the north and central sections to be “substantially complete” by March 25. She said according to the terms of the contract, that means those sections of the boardwalk should be pedestrian-ready by that date. Any work left to do at that point shouldn’t affect someone’s ability to use the boardwalk in those sections. Turner-Vaught said city officials will meet with the contractor once the March deadline arrives to make sure the first two sections are complete according to the terms of the contract.The target date for completion of the south section is June 15. That section takes longer because workers are essentially completing two separate construction projects there: installation of stormwater header pipes and then the wooden boardwalk itself. Each section is designed to have its own personality. The north section will be an elevated wooden boardwalk with landscaping to highlight the natural environment. The central section, which will run near existing downtown oceanfront restaurants, bars, and shops, will be more high-energy. The South Promenade is meant to be relaxing, equipped with park benches and signs describing local wildlife. City officials, members of the business community and the tourism industry all are counting on the boardwalk to be a new draw for visitors to Myrtle Beach hotels. Brad Dean, president and chief executive director of the Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce, said the economic impact of the boardwalk has already begun. “The project brought jobs to the area when we desperately needed them,” Dean said. Dean said the Chamber has also been receiving increased attention from travel writers who are always looking for a new way to write about established destinations. “Travel media, both in the U.S. and Canada, are showing a lot of interest in the story, and we initially didn’t anticipate that,” he said. “We’re not the first community to build a boardwalk, but people are finding it interesting from a redevelopment standpoint. They see it as a re-emergence of the downtown Myrtle Beach area and what means to the whole Grand Strand.” Myrtle Beach City Councilman Randal Wallace said he has visited the construction site and is impressed with the boardwalk’s progress. The next big challenge for City Council, he said, is making decisions about what kind of environment the boardwalk will offer. The key is to cater both to those who are in Myrtle Beach on vacation, as well as retirees, new residents and established locals. “The business people in the boardwalk area are excited, and we’ve been working especially with those that want to offer a café atmosphere with outdoor dining,” he said. “Right now Council is going back and forth on whether we’re going to allow vending carts. There are some people who want to sell one or two products from little carts, and we’re looking at whether to allow them and where. You don’t want to interfere with the businesses that are already there and have been down there for so many years.” Wallace thinks the boardwalk will eventually become an outdoor draw for pedestrians similar to the marsh walk near Murrells Inlet, walkways along the river in Georgetown, and shopping attractions such as Broadway at the Beach. “The boardwalk will have the number one draw in the area, and that’s the ocean,” he said. Business Development, Beach, Visitor Info, Myrtle Beach Area, Blog 2010-02-24T17:32:53+00:00 http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/dyed-and-gone-to-heaven/ http://www.mbsun.com/article/view/dyed-and-gone-to-heaven/#When:17:40:30Z By Becky Billingsley Out of all the impressive golf course restaurants in the Grand Strand area, the Dye Clubhouse at Barefoot Resort provides an especially luxurious setting with a beautifully presented menu. This is one of those golf course restaurants that would be easy for the public to assume is closed to the public, since the neighborhood is gated with a security guard. But just tell that guard you’re dining at the Dye Clubhouse, take the first left as soon as you’re through the gate, and you’re on your way to a culinary treat. David Bennett is the food and beverage director who oversees a stellar menu. “We strive for the presentation,” he says. “We’re not like any other golf course restaurant.” The presentation begins outside, where a tabby walkway studded with oyster shells leads to a classic Lowcountry structure built on a slight rise in the landscape. Once inside, spectacular furnishings are used to stunning effect. The Dye Clubhouse dining room is an elegant space with white linens, carved Chippendale-style chairs, flowers on the tables, beautiful wood sideboards, handsome carpets and a magnificent carved wood fireplace with a mantelpiece of black granite. Opposite the fireplace are French doors opening onto a screened porch where linen-topped tables surrounded by wicker chairs offer views of manicured grounds. There’s also a fun view of golf carts trundling along a hummock-topped island in a serene lake. Next to the dining room is an equally impeccable, full-service bar with much carved wood, comfortable high-backed chairs, and hanging slag glass lamps with a vintage 1920s ambiance. Bennett’s kitchen staff executes a menu heavy on savory favorites that are crafted with finesse and flair. When you order a Seared Tuna appetizer, tuna slices are served along with avocado slices and a choice tuna/avocado salad with mandarin orange and ginger vinaigrette dressing. You could also choose to begin your meal with White Bean and Chicken Chili, Asiago Cheese Dip, Shrimp Quesadilla, or a Pan-seared Crab Cake topped with diced tomato beurre blanc. Six salad choices include sumptuous classics such as Cobb, Shrimp, Spinach and Caesar Salads, but they are prepared with thoughtful individuality. The Caesar ($7) features whole Romaine hearts grilled and served with black olives, lightly fried artichoke hearts, bacon and Parmesan cheese croutons.The Tomato Tart salad ($7) is a visually delightful treat where roasted tomatoes are layered with fresh mozzarella cheese. A Napoleon-style tower is capped with a grilled portabello mushroom and drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette and basil-infused olive oil. Whimsical long fried onion tentacles complete the dish’s artistry. Other selections priced $8-$12 are phenomenal deals. There are several sandwiches and wraps, from French Dip on a fresh baguette and a Classic Beef Burger, to Chicken Cordon Bleu, Tuscan Chicken on Focaccia, and the Croquet Monsieur where grilled ham is topped with béchamel mustard and melted gruyere cheese. The Roast Beef Wrap is a savory treat with thinly sliced beef, Swiss cheese and horseradish cream sauce wrapped in grilled Lavash bread. A trio of heartier entrees invites the hungriest diners to stay and linger: Chicken Parmesan, Chicken Florentine, and Grilled Tuna served resting on a Black Bean Cake and Sautéed Spinach. Civic organizations and other clubs are welcome to meet at the Dye Clubhouse, and downstairs there are several more rooms to accommodate large functions. Many wedding receptions are held here to take advantage of the lovely setting and the capable staff. “We used to be fully private,” Bennett said, “but now we are semi-private. We are open to the public at any time, and you don’t need a reservation.” The Dye Clubhouse is at 4980 Barefoot Resort Bridge Rd., and the number is (843) 390-8446. The restaurant is open daily from 8 a.m. to dusk. Restaurant Reviews, Golf, Visitor Info, Myrtle Beach Area, Blog 2010-02-23T17:40:30+00:00