South Carolina beaches are perfect for family getaways. One of the top destinations families visit there is Myrtle Beach. Not only is it a great relaxing place to take a beach vacation, you would also be surprised at the amount of activities available for the active members of your family. The light colored sands are compacted to bike on, and the water is a cool and comforting temperature during the summer months.

If you are looking for a great vacation home, there are many to choose from – which means lots of space and privacy for your family and friends. Many families travel near and far to have their annual summer family reunion in one of the hundreds of gorgeous oceanfront properties available. With an abundance of rental homes, clear water for a little snorkeling or scuba diving, this South Carolina beach is the ultimate vacation spot.

There are countless other popular activities located in Myrtle Beach. There are more than 100 golf courses, amusement parks, putt-putt golf courses, located just a short drive from the beach. If you decide to venture out of your beach bungalow, check out the live evening entertainment like the Alabama Theatre or the Carolina Opry.

Many brides-to-be look at this particular beach when planning their wedding and/or honeymoon. Not only is it a top destination for wonderful beach vacations, it’s also extremely popular for ocean side weddings, both big and small. If you choose to spend your honeymoon here, you can take part in intimate dinners for two at one of the many oceanfront cafés and romantic moonlit walks along the beach. The nearby convention centers provide easily accessible guides to the area’s popular South Carolina reception sites.

Maybe you are looking for total relaxation on your beach vacation. This beautiful area can provide you with a more laid -back beach experience as well. You could try Folly Beach or the Isle of Palms for a less crowded getaway.

Another spectacular area is Hilton Head. This beach is also perfect for your family and for individuals looking for a resort area with many activities to partake in. Divided into large quadrants called “plantations”, the area has an array of rental housing developments, services and restaurants. Enjoy beaches that stretch 12 miles. Enjoy the bike trails, and over 30 golf courses.

The shopping in South Carolina is outstanding as well – and you can also consider joining in on the wonderful cultural activities and historic sites as well.

With miles upon miles of soft-sandy beaches, beautiful rental homes, entertainment and attractions for everyone, these beaches have something to offer for everyone. There’s a reason families spend every summer here, relaxing on wrap-around porches of rental homes and splashing in the waves of the gorgeous ocean.

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