The Pavilion may be gone (although you can relive somewhat of the experience at The Pavilion Nostalgia Park), but the jewel of the Strand is still Grand. Here are six reasons to visit this slice of paradise, known as Myrtle Beach, on South Carolina’s Highway 17 to discover why it remains as one of America’s Favorite Vacation Destinations.
1. Miles and Miles of Sand and Water
Myrtle Beach offers 60 miles of beaches, and a plethora of things to do on them. Whether you are looking to have fun in the water, or just sit back and relax, you are sure to find the perfect spot along the beaches.
2. Tee It Up
So many courses, so little time in Golftown USA, aka Golf City USA and the Golfing Capital of the World. From challenging to friendly to awe-inspiring - you are sure to find a playable course or two among the over 100 golf courses in the city. Caledonia #5/photo courtesy of Brandon Advertising
3. Shopping, Dining and More
Broadway at the Beach is somewhat of an all-inclusive shopping, dining, and entertainment center. Here you will find Ripley’s Aquarium, where you can pet stingrays at the Ray Bay, or watch as sharks swim overhead in the Dangerous Reef, a 750,000 gallon tank; and MagiQuest, where kids of all ages can turn into a Magi and participate in interactive games. The somewhat similar Barefoot Landing features Alligator Adventure, filled with alligators, crocodiles and snakes; and T.I.G.E.R.S, where you can get up close to a tiger or cub. If you have little ones, they will enjoy a spin on the carousel. End the evening with the Ghost and Legends show.
4. Amusement and Theme Parks for All
Perhaps the biggest news for the area is the Hard Rock Park. Currently holding “sound checks” (soft openings) for the next couple of weekends, the 55-acre, over 50 attractions theme park’s grand opening is scheduled for June 2. This is the brand’s first theme park in the world. If roller coasters are your thing, don’t miss Led Zeppelin -The Ride.
Photo courtesy of Hard Rock Park
At the Family Kingdom Amusement Park you can ride the Swamp Fox wooden roller coaster. If that is too tame for you, then try the new Sling Shot Drop Zone, a 110-foot free fall. Cool off at Myrtle Waves, the state’s largest waterpark, or fulfill your need for speed at the NASCAR Speed Park.
5. Become One with Nature
Choose from visiting the two state parks, Myrtle Beach State Park and Huntington Beach Stat Park to exploring Brookgreen Gardens. The garden is located between Murrells Inlet and Pawley’s Island. The National Historic Landmark was once a plantation, and today it is broken down into two sections: a sculpture garden and a wildlife preserve. Huntington Sculpture Garden features over 900 works, including some from the original owner. The Lowcountry History and Wildlife Preserve allow you to view animals in their natural habitat. Take an ATV tour, a creek excursion, or hike the trails to learn more about the garden and its surroundings.
6. Take a Short Road Trip
Enjoy a breather from the hustle of Myrtle Beach and head about 10 miles south to Murrells Inlet, known as the Seafood Capital of South Carolina. Enjoy the 1,400-foot marsh walk that takes you through the wetlands for a closer view of the wildlife. You can further enjoy the outdoors with an adventure through Captain Dick’s, which offers deep-sea fishing, dolphin watching and exploring saltwater marshes charters.
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不得不去南卡罗莱纳州的桃金娘海滩的六大原因 (南部小道风景)
你可以去展览观看看,因为你能在那儿重温百比林怀旧园的景色,但是美特尔海滩的魅力却是无法抵挡的.以下是不得不去这个小天堂旅游的6大原因,--到位于南卡罗莱纳州高速路17号的桃金娘海滩探究为何它会成为全美最受欢迎的旅游景点之一.
1. 一望无边的沙滩海洋
你可以恣情欢娱在60英里的桃金娘海滩上,不管你是想要在水中嬉戏,还是仅仅想找个沙滩坐着放松放松, 桃金娘海滩绝对是一个完美的选择.
美特尔海滩的鸟瞰图/ 图片由南卡罗莱纳州观光社提供
2.来打高尔夫吧!
美国的高尔夫区拥有世界高尔夫首都之美称,这里为游客提供各种高尔夫课程,有挑战性的,有一般玩玩的,还有令人惊叹的高级班, 相信你一定能在这里上百种课程中找到一两个适合你的
古苏格兰/图片由布兰登广告提供
3.购物,饮食及其他
百老汇大街是购物,饮食和娱乐中心.在水族馆,你可以在里奥海湾抚摩有魔鬼鱼封号的黄貂鱼, 或是抬头看看容量750000加仑的水槽, 里面的鲨鱼在奇险的暗礁中穿梭. 在真实梦想公园里,孩子不论年纪大小都可以变成魔法师,参与互动角色游戏. 这和赤脚公园的奇遇鳄鱼有异曲同工之妙, 公园里有鳄鱼,短吻鳄,蛇还有老--虎--,在这你还可以接触到老虎崽呢! 如果你带着小孩, 他们一定会对旋转木马十分感兴趣.最后在晚上看一场幽灵传奇表演,给这一天画上完美句号.
4.老小皆宜的主题公园
这些日子,最热门的新闻可能就数硬摇滚了. 最近 “音乐之旅”(非正式开放)将在接下来的几个星期开展,而占地面积50英亩,有超过50个景点的主题公园将在7月2日正式开放.这是世界上第一个以乐队为主题的公园. 如果你喜欢云霄飞车给你带来的刺激感,那么你绝对不能不来听听齐柏林飞艇乐队的音乐.
5.与万物合一
参观一下桃金娘海滩国家公园和亨丁顿海滩国家公园, 到位于穆雷尔海湾和浦雷岛之间的布鲁克格林花园走一圈. 这个国家历史景点曾是一个种植园, 今天演变成两部分: 一个是雕塑园,一个是野生动植物园. 亨丁顿雕塑园有雕塑超过900件,其中包括一些真品. 你可以在野生植物园看到动物们在自然中的生活状态.带着摄象机去参观, 沿着小溪进行一次短途旅行又或是选择沿着铁轨徒步旅行, 通过这些方式你可以更进一步了解布鲁克格林花园和它周围的建筑物.
6.享受短途的徒步旅行
从喧嚣的桃金娘海滩出来, 前往10英里以南的浦雷岛去换换气. 浦雷岛是南卡罗莱纳州有名的海产之都. 1400英尺的沼泽路带你走进湿地,让你更接近野生动植物.你也可以尽情享受探险, 去深海钓钓鱼, 去看看海豚还可以去探索一下盐水湿地.