Author: Chris Crowl

Spring at Sands Resorts

Screen Shot 2016-04-13 at 4.32.58 PMSpring is a wonderful time of year to stay at Sands Resorts. Included in your stay are several outdoor seasonal amenities to enjoy, where you’ll have so much fun you may never want to leave! Here’s a breakdown of a few of our outdoor attractions for you to soak up:

Wild Water & Wheels Water Park: Guests of Sands receive free admission to Wild Water & Wheels, located in Surfside Beach. The park features 24 waterslides, an aquatic playground for children, a wave pool and a lazy river. There is also go-kart racing, an arcade, bumper boats, mini golf and a snack bar to enjoy.

Sands Water Park: Open to Sands guests only, Sands Water Park has dozens of water attractions that fun for all ages. Zip down the waterslides or chill in the lazy river or bubble pool. Enjoy all the fun of the big water parks without the long lines!

Broadway Grand Prix: As a Sands Resorts guest, you get buy one get one free tickets to Broadway Grand Prix. Race on their seven courses like the Fast Track and Speed Racer, experience the feel of free falling on the Space Coaster ride, or play putt-putt on two 18-hole mini golf courses.

OD’s Beach Bar: Located at our Ocean Dunes and Resorts Villas location, OD’s lets you relax all day on a pool deck with the beach as your view. There’s live music all summer long and cold drinks and food to keep you satisfied while you’re hanging in the sun.

Take advantage of our Spring and Summer specials to enjoy sun, fun and savings!

 

Ocean Annie’s is Open For Fun

Screenshot 2016-03-28 at 9.28.21 PMSpring is in the air and Ocean Annie’s Beach Bar is the perfect place to celebrate its arrival. Located right on the ocean at Sands Ocean Club, Ocean Annie’s features cold drinks, live music and an unbeatable view. Pack your towels and your sunscreen, because you’re gonna want to stay all day!

Now in its fourth decade, Ocean Annie’s officially opened for the season on March 10th. The bar starts serving at 11 AM and the music starts at 2 PM, so you’re set for a full day of fun. Regular bands include Dawn and the Southside Band, Dark: 30 Boogie Band and The TCB Band. Listen to the jams while you swim in the pool, or get up and dance your flip-flops off! With easy access to the beach, you can go back and forth as much as you like and switch up your scenery.

The bar has a full drink menu combining signatures and classics. Annie’s Tea, Annie’s Slammer and Annie’s Punch toast to the bar itself. The Myrtle Breeze, the Margaritaville, the Grand Strand Lemonade, the Myrtle Beach Sunset, the Carolina Cosmo and the Sex on the Strand show a little love to the locals. Drinks are served up by bikini-clad servers while you lay out and relax.

So join the party and come on out to Ocean Annie’s where a good time and cold drinks are guaranteed. Ocean Annie’s is open every day March through October from 11 AM to 11 PM.

Myrtle Beach Marathon

The Myrtle Beach Marathon is back by popular demand!

Each year thousands of visitors and locals come together and participate in Myrtle Beach’s biggest race event of the year. The 19th Annual Myrtle Beach Marathon will take place March 3rd-5th. Marathon participants and organizes support area charities through the race including the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of South Carolina, the Coastal South Carolina Chapter of the American Red Cross and Horry County Schools. Continue reading “Myrtle Beach Marathon”

Spend Valentine’s Weekend in Myrtle Beach

It’s time to treat yourself to a romantic getaway with your loved one. If you’re planning on coming to Myrtle Beach, then you are in for an unforgettable weekend. There isn’t anything more romantic than being able to stay oceanfront with your Valentine.

Here are events and things you can do with your significant other this Valentine’s Day weekend in the Grand Strand.

Ripley’s Splash of Love – February 13

If you are looking for a unique Valentine’s Day experience, then look no further. Ripley’s Aquarium will be hosting a 4-course dinner from 7 pm until 9:30 pm. Admission for the event is $79.99 per couple and includes the 4-course meal, a drink ticket to the bar and one long stem rose. Couples can upgrade for $10 and be in the Tunnel of Love and have a box of chocolates plus a strolling musician. Reservations are required for the event, so be sure to get your spot before it fills up. You can reserve your spot at 843-916-0888.

Medieval Times Valentine’s Day Couples Package

All week long Medieval Times is having a super special promotion for you and your sweetheart. The cost is $99 per couple and includes two adult admission tickets, a double-sided frame with photo, a commemorative Valentines scroll, two champagne glasses with a split of champagne, a sweetheart light-up red rose, two knight cheering flags and a cheering wand. It’s a fun and exciting experience that you don’t want to miss. Book online and use code: VDAYWEB. 

Enjoy the Atlantis Spa

Valentine’s Day weekend should be all about relaxing and making new memories. You can do this at the Atlantis Spa with a spa treatment. The Atlantis Spa offers couple massages, facials, foot and body treatments and organic sugar scrubs. It doesn’t get much better than that.

Dinner at Mango’s Restaurant

The Mango’s Restaurant is located at Sand Dunes Resort making it easy for all guests to access. Bring your sweetheart to the restaurant for dinner and enjoy steaks, seafood and pasta. Plus, you get the view of the Atlantic Ocean!

At Sands Resorts, we have plenty of great specials happening to make it an experience you’ll never forget. Call us today or book online to reserve your room for Valentine’s Day Weekend.

Enjoy a Meal at Mango’s Lounge and Restaurant

It’s that time of year again for Myrtle Beach visitors to begin booking their spring and summer vacations. At Sands Resorts, we have the best accommodations and specials making your stay a memorable and affordable one. There are plenty of amenities leaving the entire family satisfied. When you’re ready for a bite to eat after a long day at the beach, head on into Mango’s Lounge and Restaurant.

The eatery can is located at Sand Dunes Resort and Spa. Mango’s Lounge and Restaurants offers lunch and dinner daily. Even if you aren’t staying at the hotel, it’s a great spot to grab a drink and cool off. It doesn’t get much better than having an oceanfront view during your meal.

Come to Mango’s for lunch and enjoy a delicious sandwich or stick around for dinner and try out the steaks, seafood, and pasta. Some of the appetizers at Mango’s include lump crab cakes, crispy fried calamari and hot spinach and artichoke dip. Order a few appetizers and sit back and enjoy happy hour from 4-7pm. Plus, there is live music daily!

Other favorite menu items include the Mango’s Ultimate Cheeseburger, the Teriyaki Glazed Salmon, and the Steam Crab Legs. Mango’s also offers a kids menu, desserts, and a wine list that you won’t want to miss.

Be sure to stop and enjoy a meal at Mango’s Lounge and Restaurant on your next vacation to Myrtle Beach!

Book Early and Save Big at Sands Resorts

Are you planning your next vacation to Myrtle Beach? We have just what you need at Sands Resorts including the best amenities, beautiful accommodations and amazing getaway specials. At Sands Resorts, it is always better to book in advance, no matter how long you plan to stay.

Did you know that when you book six months or more in advance, you can save up to 33% on your vacation? Talk about a great deal! Now is the time to book your 2016 summer vacation and take advantage of our book early and save package. While there are restrictions that apply, our staff at Sands Resorts is ready to help you find the ultimate deal.

Our book early and save package applies to any of our six oceanfront hotels and resorts along The Grand Strand. Each resort is located nearby the best attractions, golf, dining and shopping. Guests can enjoy one of the many oceanfront rooms, villas and 1, 2, or 3-bedroom suites.

Also, guests of Sands Resorts can enjoy the wonderful amenities at each property. Some of our amenities include the Atlantis Spa, Health Club, Sands Water Park, Mango’s Restaurant, Ocean Annie’s and more. There is something for everyone in the family to enjoy when you book a vacation at Sands Resorts.

Now is the time to take advantage of the book early and save deal! Enjoy great savings now, allowing you to have more for those shopping trips, golf days and show tickets!

New Year’s Eve in Myrtle Beach

Who’s ready to ring in the New Year in Myrtle Beach?

Visit Sands Resorts and join in on the New Year Weekend Celebration! Whether you are celebrating with friends, family or that special someone, we have a party ready for you.

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Shopping in Myrtle Beach

It’s always a good day to do a little shopping in Myrtle Beach, especially on those rainy days when you can’t hit the beach. There are plenty of places to check out in the area from the malls, outlets, specialty shops and more. Here are the top places to go shopping on your Myrtle Beach vacation.

Tanger Outlets

There are two Tanger Outlet locations with one being in North Myrtle Beach and the other off Highway 501. You will find plenty of shops to choose from with factory store pricing on the latest and great trends in fashion. There are many stores when shopping with a teen including Rue 21, Guess, and American Eagle Outfitters. Other clothing stores include Ann Taylor, Kate Spade, New York and Company and Dressbarn. You can even find items for your home at many of the shops like Kitchen Collection, Yankee Candle, and the QVC Store. The Tanger Outlets are open from 10 a.m – 10 p.m. and will vary by season.

Broadway at the Beach

It’s not only a great place to hang out with the family and grab a bite to eat, but also a great place to find that one-of-a-kind souvenir. Broadway at the Beach is a popular attraction for many visitors to check out while on vacation. You can find the latest fashion wear, specialty foods, home accessories, unique boutique shops and more. Some of the beachwear stores include Ron Jon’s Surf Shop, Tiki Jim’s and Sunglass Hut. You’ll definitely want to make a stop at Sugar and find yourself a sweet treat. Broadway at the Beach is open from 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. and will vary by season.

Coastal Grand Mall

You can find the largest indoor mall in South Carolina right in Myrtle Beach. The Coastal Grand Mall has many shopping options, places to eat and a movie theater. There are many popular department stores including Dick’s Sporting Goods, Sears, Dillard’s, JcPenney and Sears. Other stores in the mall include clothing stores like H&M, Express, Charlotte Russe, The Loft and PacSun.  The mall is open from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. on Monday through Saturday and Sundays from noon to 6 p.m.

There are plenty of places to shop in Myrtle Beach. Tell us, where’s your favorite place to go?

November Events in Myrtle Beach

The Grand Strand is filled with events and festivals this month for both locals and visitors of the area. Here are the top November events in Myrtle Beach:

Ripley’s Festival of Trees – Ripley’s Aquarium is the place to go to get into the holiday spirit! The Festival of Trees has returned for another year and is now open to the public. Throughout the aquarium, there are themed Christmas trees that are breathtaking. You will find a tree for each of the fifty states, a Las Vegas-style tree and a Mardi Gras tree. To see Ripley’s Festival of Trees, you must purchase a ticket to the aquarium. Trust us, you don’t want to miss it!

Dickens Christmas Show and Festival – This festival is a unique and award-winning event filled with entertainment, vendors and more. The Myrtle Beach Convention Center sets up from November 12-15 for this special event. As you stroll around the event, you will find many holiday items for purchase, a display of trees, beautiful wreaths and the Festival of Worlds. Plus, there is a silent auction where 100% of the funds go to the sponsoring nonprofit. The Dickens Christmas Show event times are Thursday, November 12, from 9 a.m. – 8 pm, Friday and Saturday from 12-6 p.m.

The Market Common Tree Lighting – Get the family together and head on out to The Market Common on November 21st for the famous tree lighting. It’s a great way to kick off the Christmas season and get into the holiday spirit. There will be street entertainment, balloon art and a chance to meet Santa! The event runs from 6-8pm.

Surfside Beach Turkey Trot – Join the Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving morning at 8:30 am for a little friendly competition. You get to choose which race you want to run from 1-mile, a 5K or a 10K all beginning at 8:30 a.m. It’s the perfect way to squeeze in that last minute exercise before you eat that delicious Thanksgiving meal! The race begins at the Surfside Pier and guests are encouraged to sign-up before the event. All of the proceeds from the event stays in the Grand Strand community.

There are plenty of things to do this November in Myrtle Beach! Which events will you be attending?