Discover Why Families Choose Ocean Lakes Family Campground

Ocean Lakes Family Campground: Dive into Fun!

Located in Myrtle Beach, Ocean Lakes Family Campground is a national award winning resort destination. Ocean Lakes features 300 beach house rentals that sleep 4 to 22 people. Our 893 campsites are large, pull-through, with full hook-ups (Wi-Fi and concrete pads are available.) Big Rig friendly, but tents are welcome! Our amenities include Sandy Harbor Games, Mini-Golf, Splash Zone, indoor and outdoor pools, Sandy Mart,Sandy’s Soapy Suds, Wireless Zone and more. Ocean Lakes RV Center offers RV service, sales and supplies.

Built by Mary Emily and Nelson Jackson and their five daughters starting in 1970, it opened with 30 campsites and one bathhouse in 1971. It is the 5-time winner of the National “RV Park of the Year” award (1997, 1999, 2002-03, 2008-09, 2011-2012) from the National Association of RV Parks and Campgrounds. Other awards include voted one of Woodall’s “Top 10 Favorite Parks in North America 2011,” 2009-10 Plan-It Green Award and 2010 SC Earth Day Award.

Ocean Lakes Family Campground

Myrtle Beach,South Carolina

877-506-1053

www.OceanLakes.com

The Courtyard by Marriott Myrtle Beach/Barefoot Landing

Book Your Next Hotel Reservation with Courtyard By Marriott Barefoot Landing

Stay where it’s always vacation time! The Courtyard by Marriott Myrtle Beach/Barefoot Landing is most conveniently located to Barefoot Landing’s specialty shops, restaurants and nightlife. Plus four championship golf courses are just ¼ mile away.

From now until 10/31/12 stay two or more nights and receive a $50 gas credit on us! Rates start at just $129/night!

BOOK ONLINE – To book this offer visit the reservations page on Marriott.com/MYRCN and enter promotional code CSE.

Offer subject to availability and some restrictions may apply. Valid through 10/31/12.

Championship golf packages are also available.

Courtyard by Marriott Myrtle Beach/Barefoot Landing

1000 Commons Boulevard

Myrtle Beach, SC

843-361-1730

877-258-1956

Marriott.com/MYRCN

Rose Real Estate: Welcoming Families to Our Beautiful Beach

Rose Real Estate Welcomes Families! Vacation South Carolina

Play in the surf … Relax on the beach … Shop till you drop … Golf day and night … Dine on fresh local seafood … Dance the night away … Do nothing … Do it all … The possibilities are endless!

Rose Real Estate would like to take this opportunity to welcome you and your family to our beautiful beach. Tucked away in quietSurfsideBeach, our communities are close to shopping, dining, entertainment, award winning golf and incredible water activities. Our properties offer everything from two bedroom villas to gorgeous five bedroom island-style homes.

Let’s not forget to include the family’s best friend! We have a large variety of pet-friendly properties that allow your entire family to have an unforgettable beach vacation. So come and join us and create your own memories that will last a lifetime!

Rose Real Estate

897 Melody Lane

Surfside Beach,South Carolina

800-845-6706

www.rose-real-estate.com

Georgetown County: Brimming with Beauty and History

Georgetown County: Brimming with Beauty and History

Brimming with beauty and history along South Carolina’s “Hammock Coast”, Georgetown County and its charming communities offer you the perfect escape for fun and relaxation. Explore the pristine beaches, picturesque waterways and marshes, fascinating marine wildlife, world-class golfing, historic places, intimate dining, quaint shops and memorable family activities. Georgetown County is just a short distance from other bustling vacation destinations, conveniently positioned between Charleston and Myrtle Beach. As one of the oldest family resort areas in the nation, Georgetown County is one of America’s top getaways, an alternative to the hectic ‘vacations’ of your past.

There’s something special about golfing in Georgetown County. Located on the south side of Myrtle Beach, a region know world-wide as a premier golf destination, Georgetown County boasts nearly a quarter of the area’s award-winning courses. Famous names like Caledonia, True Blue, Litchfield and many others evoke the rich plantation heritage of the county and were designed to incorporate the distinctive elements of the South Carolina lowcountry.

Georgetown County boasts several fascinating historic sites of national significance including Brookgreen Gardens and Hopsewee Plantation. Brookgreen Gardens, hosts the most significant collection of figurative sculpture, in an outdoor setting, by American artists in the world. The sprawling 4,000-acre facility also includes spectacular gardens, wildlife trails, and The Lowcountry Zoo. Hopsewee Plantation was built 40 years before the Revolutionary War and was the birthplace of Thomas Lynch, Jr., signer of the Declaration of Independence. Visitors to Hopsewee tour the waterfront plantation house and the nearby slave cabins.

The combination of wonderful accommodations, entertainment, shopping, romantic dining, great golf and pristine beaches make Georgetown County the perfect choice for your vacation getaway.

For more information please visit the Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce website at www.visitgeorge.com.

Family reunions can be a lot of fun. You get to see family members you may not have seen for a couple of years. Perhaps, there are ‘new’ family members you haven’t met. The good news is there are plenty of family reunion locations throughout the U.S. The possibilities are endless!

It’s important to make arrangements early and find a place that works for everyone. This is a good way to prevent family feuds! If you wait too long to plan your family reunion, your favorite hotel or resort could be booked solid. Also, family members may not be able to attend due to previous travel plans.

How to Plan a Family Reunion, Cut Costs, and Have a Good Time

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Book early

Beach family reunion locations are popular. The most popular beach vacation destination is Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. If you have your heart set on having your family reunion in SC then you better book your location early. Otherwise, the entire family will be left out in the cold.

Tie your family reunion to an important date

If grandma and grandpa are celebrating 65 years of marriage, celebrate their special day at the family reunion. Building your family reunion around a holiday could be tricky. Big holiday’s like Memorial Day and the Fourth of July are during the travel ‘high season.’ You may not be able to find accommodations or someone may not be able to attend.

Hold your family reunion in the off-season

It may be cost effective to hold your family reunion in the off-season. Family reunion locations such as Florida, North and South Carolina, Georgia, and other popular destinations can be expensive during the ‘high season’ which is usually during the summer. Some family members may not be able to afford to attend. Take this into consideration when planning your family reunion. Holding in the off-season could work for everyone.

Meet at a family member’s home

Holding your family reunion at a family member’s home is another way to cut costs. Perhaps, a family member with five or more acres of land will be willing to host the family reunion. Everyone can bring something, a hot meal, desert, or soft drinks. Of course, cash would probably be accepted too!

Decide on the size of your family reunion

Your family reunion doesn’t have to be large. A small and intimate family reunion could be more inviting. First-time family reunion planners may want to plan a smaller affair. You’ll get a sense of what it’s like to plan reunion.

Raise money for your family reunion 

Send out an email blast and ask family members to have garage sales, silent auctions, raffles, car washes, rummage sales, etc. to raise money for your family reunion.

Plan cost-effective family activities

Ask family members what they like to do. Ask family members what their kids like to do. You can’t please everyone. But you can plan activities ahead of time to keep people entertained. Ideas are:

• Renting a karaoke machine.
• Set up a sound system outside (if you’re holding at your home).
• Booking golf outing.
• Swimming
• Hiking
• Going to the park.
• Renting a ‘bouncy castle’ or other inflatable rentals.

Now you know how to plan a family reunion, cut costs, and have a good time! Keep the lines of communication open. Correspond via email or Facebook. Keep in mind that everyone may not have a computer or Facebook page. Contact family members when you have the date, time, and location settled. Keep family up-to-date with the latest information. Happy planning!

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Beaches in the USA are great for family vacations. Kick back and relax and stick your toes in the sand!

It’s no surprise that families who live in colder parts of the USA flock to America’s beaches throughout the year, especially during the summer months. Don’t worry about crowds. There are plenty of beach destinations in the USA. The only problem you may have is choosing which one to visit.

Are you ready to find out the must-see family beaches in the USA? Here we go…

7 Must-See Family Beaches in the USA

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Alabama

An Alabama beach vacation is the perfect family vacation destination. This gulf state has championship golf courses, white-sand beaches, charter fishing, water sports, and more. Coastal locales include Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Fort Morgan, and Dauphin Island.

You and your family can rent a condo or vacation home or stay in one of the many hotels and resorts that can be found throughout the state. You’ll have easy access to the beach!

Florida

Florida is home to renowned sandy beaches, dreamy resorts, and some of the best attractions found within the USA.  Daytona Beach is one of the must-see family beaches in the USA. There are plenty of hotels and resorts in the area along with vacation rentals such as condos and homes.

Georgia

A family vacation is just peachy when you travel to Georgia!

Jekyll Island is one of the most spectacular family beaches in the USA. Here’s a secret … it’s known as the “best kept secret” in the Southeast. Jekyll Island is an untouched, natural beauty which makes it a unique family vacation destination. There’s plenty to do from lounging on the beach, kayaking, boating, biking, birding, horseback riding, and more. The possibilities are endless.

Jersey Shore

Like it or not, your teenagers may be glued to the TV watching the antics of Snookie, JWoww, Pauly D, and the rest of the cast from MTV’s “Jersey Shore.” The good news is that New Jersey is filled with family-friendly activities such as amusements parks, and, of course, 127 miles of the best glistening beaches in the USA. Visit Sandy Hook and Cape May and take advantage of the warm weather and fun family activities such as festivals, concerts, and more.

North Carolina

Some of the must-see family beaches in the USA can be found within North Carolina. Home to top cities such as Raleigh-Durham and Charlotte, families enjoy North Carolina’s beaches such as the Outer Banks and Ocracoke, where pristine beaches still exist. Relax and let the stress melt away as you relax on the luxurious sands of the Atlantic coast.

South Carolina

A South Carolina beach vacation is perfect for the entire family. The most popular beach destination is Myrtle Beach. With 60 miles of sandy beaches, you’ll like you’re in heaven. There’s plenty to do such golfing, sight-seeing, shopping, dining, and more.  Accommodations include hotels and resorts, vacation home rentals, and motels.

Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach is a must-see family beach destination. Known for its famed boardwalk, golf, and family friendly atmosphere, you’ll want to visit over and over again. Accommodations include rental homes, hotels and resorts, and campgrounds. You and your family will enjoy Virginia Beach activities such as lounging on the beach, surfing the waves, kayaking, shopping, wildlife trails, and more.

It’s a good idea to plan for rainy days. Visit the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center and Contemporary Arts Center of Virginia. See a movie or play a game of Laser Quest. Check out the books at the Central Library or at one of the eight area libraries.

Happy travels!

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Barefoot Resort and Golf – Golf Digest’s Best Places to Play

Barefoot Resort & Golf

Barefoot Resort and Golf will provide a distinguished golf vacation unlike any other golf resort on the East Coast. The course was designed by golf’s most inspired architects Greg Norman, Davis Love III, Tom Fazio and Pete Dye. They created unique, visually striking and fun to play courses – designed for the playing pleasure of average golfers as well as those with a low handicap. Rated as Golf Digest’s Best Places to Play, Barefoot Resort and Golf located in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina provides challenge and enjoyment for every player year round.

Take it easy or live it up…The choice is yours with an endless variety of Barefoot Golf Vacation possibilities. Everything you need can be found at the resort or just a short drive away.

Come see what all the fuss is about and enjoy the “Barefoot Experience.” We are the experts in everything Barefoot, from golf to dining you can have it all right here!

Barefoot Resort & Golf
4980 Barefoot Resort Bridge Rd.
North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
1-866-765-4350
www.barefootgolfvacations.com