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A major tourist destination, Myrtle Beach is an exciting city located along the South Atlantic Coast of South Carolina. It offers visitors a large selection of activities, excellent food and incredible Myrtle Beach vacation rental options. It is located in the famous area of The Grand Strand, known worldwide for its beautiful beaches which extend from Cape Fear in North Carolina to Georgetown in South Carolina. The city attracts over 14 million visitors each year which come to enjoy the city’s incredible weather and relaxed atmosphere. Peak dates include the 4th of July, the first weeks of may and the last weeks of June.
Things to do in Myrtle Beach

One advantage of visiting Myrtle Beach is that you can do as much or as little as you wish to. If you are the type of traveler that likes the beach and simply relaxing at the ocean’s shore, there isn’t a better place than Myrtle Beach’s beaches. If you like a more active vacation that includes a natural National Park, a speedway which hosts events such as Nascar and great golf courses then Myrtle Beach is also for you! Here is a short description of some of the attractions that Myrtle Beach vacation rentals visitors can found in this exciting city:

Freestyle Music Park: Formerly known as Hard Rock Park, this theme park opened on April 15th 2008 offers music lovers a great alternative to have fun. Current attractions include The Time machine, a roller coaster set to the music from the 1960’s to 2000’s, the Monstars of Rock dark ride and the Round About coaster with the 1980’s theme. Shows include Adrenaline Rush, a stunt show and Kiss the Sky, a fireworks display, among others.

Myrtle Beach Speedway: Built in 1958 under the name of Rambi Raceway, the Myrtle Beach Speedway offers visitors a semi-blanket asphaltic oval track to see the Nascar Series and the Late Model Super Trucks among others.

Ripley’s Aquarium: A must see if traveling with kids, the Ripley’s Aquarium offers the famous Weeki Wachee marmaids, restaurants, rides, shows and a 85000 square foot aquarium. Exhibits include the Rio Amazon exhibit exploring the equatorial rainforest, the Dangerous Reef and the living babies exhibit among others.

Regardless of the type of vacation you are looking for, staying in a Myrtle Beach vacation rental will ensure a fun and exciting vacation.

Secluded beaches, countless water activities and unique resorts amidst dramatic oceanfront scenery are something every traveler will enjoy. Blessed with great climate year round, South Carolina’s barrier islands are perfect for water sports, wildlife viewing and soaking up the sun in the finest resorts. Close proximity to Charleston gives travelers numerous sightseeing and dining options. Staying at a South Carolina vacation rental is a good alternative for those looking for cost-effective accommodations. Whether traveling with family or a group of friends, privately owned houses offer comfort and luxurious amenities at much lower rates than a hotel room.

Affordable deals can be found on such websites as Rentalo.com, a global online lodging marketplace which links travelers with vacation rental owners. Depending on one’s needs and budget, Rentalo.com offers cozy Charleston vacation homes, comfortable Kiawah Island condos, Fripp Island lodgings and more.

Those traveling in a large group should consider staying at a brand new five-bedroom Fripp Island vacation home. Up to twelve people can be comfortably accommodated for as little as $375 USD per night with a three night minimum. This upscale house is set in a beautiful wooded tropical setting only three minutes from the ocean, pools and jogging trails. It includes a Jacuzzi, wireless high-speed Internet, a DVD movie collection and more. Even a six-passenger club car is available for guests. Boating, sightseeing, hiking and rock climbing are some of area’s activities. To see pictures and a property video, travelers can log on to: http://rentalo.com/119596/newsouthern.html . More deals on Fripp Island vacation rentals can be found on Rentalo.com.

When heading to Kiawah Island, booking a three-bedroom waterfront villa is an excellent idea. This private home is a five-minute walk from the famous Ten Mile Beach, and is located in the middle of five golf courses. It sleeps up to eight guests for only $225 USD per night and offers a private dock and excellent lagoon views. A DVD player, high-speed Internet and fully-equipped kitchen are some of the house’s amenities. Guest can enjoy such activities as crabbing, horseback riding, kayaking and more. More details can be found on: http://rentalo.com/109527/lagoonfrontparkside.html . A full list of Kiawah Island condos is available on Rentalo.com.

Perfect for enjoying nature and experiencing the history of Charleston, a two-bedroom spacious house is now available for $800 USD per week with minimum of two nights. It sleeps five guests and is located on Wadmalaw Island, just 25 minutes from downtown Charleston. This private home offers high-speed Internet, a full kitchen, barbecue and a DVD player. It is just steps away from such activities as windsurfing, jet skiing, fishing and wildlife viewing. A full description can be found on: http://rentalo.com/265704/wadmalaw.html . Rentalo.com lists numerous Charleston vacation rentals at reasonable rates along with pictures, prices and availability calendar.

Expansive secluded beaches, verdant parks and challenging golf courses make South Carolina’s coast the perfect year-round vacation destination. Known as the “Edge of America”?, Folly Beach is a small town located in Charleston County of South Carolina that lures tourists with numerous historic attractions, great Low-country cuisine and abundant wildlife. Those looking for a perfect family getaway should consider Surfside Beach, a small seaside town located south of the famous resort of Myrtle Beach. Uncrowded beaches and pristine dunes are waiting for travelers on Seabrook Island, which is conveniently located less than 30 minutes from Charleston.

These attractive South Carolina destinations offer seclusion and peaceful vacations away from the crowd. Staying at a South Carolina vacation rental is a great idea for those traveling in a large party looking for budget accommodations. Many privately-owned houses offering comfort and luxurious amenities can be found on Rentalo.com, a global online marketplace for vacation rentals.

Travelers heading to Seabrook Island should consider booking a beautiful three-bedroom villa. Surrounded on three sides by a lagoon of the Ocean Winds Golf Course, this freestanding villa sleeps up to six people for only $185 USD per night, offering guests excellent ocean views. It is within a short walk of a pristine, uncrowded beach and features a golf course and wildlife viewing from one of its three decks. Historic Charleston, gorgeous plantation houses and such nearby activities as waterskiing and horseback riding are available for guests. See more details of this vacation villa. More affordable deals on Seabrook Island vacation rentals can be found on Rentalo.com.

A four-bedroom Surfside Beach vacation house is a perfect option for those traveling in a large group. This 2,200-square-foot house is great for families and sleeps up to twelve people for as little as $230 USD per night, with a minimum of three nights. Travelers will find a fully-equipped kitchen, a DVD player, a private pool and much more. A scenic beach is just steps away from the house, providing tourists with excellent parasailing, a Fishing Pier, restaurants and beach bars. View pictures and a full description of this vacation condo. A complete list of Surfside Beach condos can be found on Rentalo.com.

Located on the Folly River six blocks from the Atlantic Ocean, a two-bedroom vacation house is perfect for five guests. It can now be booked for only $115 USD per night, with a three-night minimum. The house’s enclosed deck overlooks the river and other amenities include a full kitchen, high-speed Internet, a private pool and much more. Jet skiing, boating, Folly’s Pier and excellent gift shops are some of the nearby attractions. Find out more about this vacation house. Numerous other Folly Beach lodgings are available on Rentalo.com along with pictures, descriptions and amenities.