South Carolina has always been known for down-home Southern cooking, seafood dishes like the Lowcountry boil, and of course, the many styles of pork barbecue to be found here. But the Palmetto State wasn’t the first place that sprang to mind when...

Four South Carolina restaurants were named in the top in Trip Advisor's annual Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Restaurants for 2026. Myrtle Beach's Hook & Barrel placed No. 1 in the Casual Dining category. while Michael...

Recently named the fifth Best Small City in America and recognized as one of the nation’s most desirable places to live and visit, Myrtle Beach continues its renaissance with a wave of investments creating exciting new places to gather, explore...

Myrtle Beach has once again earned national recognition as one of America's most desirable places to live and visit, ranking No. 5 among the nation's Best Small Cities in the newly released 2026 America's Best Cities Report by Resonance...

The comforting aroma of crispy fried chicken, creamy macaroni and cheese, and warm cornbread instantly engulfs you upon entering a Southern cafeteria. Proceeding down the tray line is a feast for the eyes. These iconic eating adventures have been...

The Greater Myrtle Beach Collaborative has officially launched as the new enterprise identity established to enhance the efforts of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce (MBACC) and Visit Myrtle Beach, along...

The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced that Mark Newman has officially begun his tenure as president and chief executive officer, effective March 30. Following a comprehensive national search, Newman takes the...

The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) applauded Gov. Henry McMaster for signing H. 5261, a joint resolution that extends the deadline for mandatory alcohol server training to May 1, 2026, providing, officials say,...

Southern Living announced winners of its 10th annual South's Best Awards. In its 60th anniversary year, Southern Living once again turned to its readers to name the South's very best destinations, accommodations, and culinary...

The U.S. Congress designated March as Irish-American Heritage Month in 1991, and the president issues a proclamation commemorating the occasion each year. Originally a religious holiday to honor St. Patrick who introduced Christianity to Ireland...

With travelers increasingly prioritizing value when planning vacations, Visit Myrtle Beach is launching a new destination-wide promotion designed to help visitors get more from their getaway. Through the new "Make More Myrtle Moments" campaign,...

South Carolina's hospitality industry is experiencing a robust period, with tourism generating roughly $29 billion annually and total, high-performing visitor volume, particularly in coastal areas and key cities like Charleston and Greenville. The...

Myrtle Beach is stepping into the new year with a wave of new developments, events, and destination-defining milestones, along with all the classic experiences that keep visitors coming back year after year. Spanning 60 miles of...

Hundreds of the tourism industry leaders gathered at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center February 9-10 for the 61st annual South Carolina Governor’s Conference on Tourism & Travel. The conference is hosted by the South Carolina Department of...

The Ellie Beach Resort, part of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton, has debuted more than 38,000 square feet of newly reimagined meeting and event space, including oceanfront ballrooms, flexible breakout rooms, and expansive outdoor venues set...

Mobilization of beach renourishment equipment is set to begin next week for the city of Myrtle Beach, according to the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Work in North Myrtle Beach is wrapping up, Chamber officials said. Grand Strand beaches...

Today, Gov. Henry McMaster named chefs from Myrtle Beach, Greer, and Charleston to represent South Carolina as 2026 Chef Ambassadors. He was joined by Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers and Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism...

Vacation Myrtle Beach has announced the grand opening of Ocean Escape Boardwalk Oceanfront, a brand-new collection of spacious vacation condos located Downtown directly on the iconic Myrtle Beach Boardwalk. Ocean Escape Boardwalk Oceanfront...

The Michael and Amy Bennett School of Hospitality and Tourism Management is making its debut at the College of Charleston, a gift that was announced at a ceremony on Friday, Jan. 9, at Hotel Bennett. The...

The Texas Rangers last week announced the organization's 2026 minor league coordinators and coaching staffs for their four affiliates. The Rangers have brought new leadership to Spartanburg, as Carlos Maldonado takes the helm for...