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travelinjo Jan 29th, 2011 02:05 PM

Myrtle Beach Easter Weekend
 
Thinking of a long weekend in Myrtle Beach Easter weekend, April 22 - 26.

Websites say it will be at least in the upper 60s, most likely 70s. Whats your experience?

Also, where would you recommend staying in the north end, or north Myrtle, for 4 adults (2 sets of parents) and 4 older teens (17-19).

Would like an indoor pool just in case the weather sucks :)

Thanks.

travelinjo Jan 30th, 2011 11:36 AM

Anyone? Anyone? Bueller?

Gretchen Jan 30th, 2011 01:27 PM

The weather should be gorgeous. I'd go to pawley's/Litchfield.

suewoo Jan 30th, 2011 01:54 PM

I would too. There will be tons of people at Myrtle over Easter.

Sassafrass Jan 30th, 2011 07:36 PM

What kind of place are you looking for: house, hotel, apartment?

travelinjo Jan 31st, 2011 12:01 PM

Thanks for the feedback!

Looking for a nice, fun resort with indoor pools, hot tubs ect in case the weather isn't good.

We prefer the north end of Myrtle Beach, or North Myrtle Beach.

Someplace with a lazy river would be nice too :)

travelinjo Feb 1st, 2011 05:36 AM

Dreaming of sand and sun on this cold, snowy day.

Any other suggestions out there?

shaz60 Feb 1st, 2011 06:58 AM

We stayed in Myrtle Beach on Easter week a couple of years ago. It was glorious. Easter itself was 90 degrees. Sunny all week. We rented a condo in North Myrtle Beach at the Sands Ocean Beach club. They have a lazy river.

maryanne1 Feb 1st, 2011 07:29 AM

Avista in N. Myrtle Beach in ocean Drive has all the amenities you are asking about.

travelinjo Feb 1st, 2011 11:51 AM

shaz and maryanne, both resorts are on my short list! Glad to hear you had a good experience. But how to decide!

Its nice dreaming about fun in the sun while the snow falls.

Anyone else thinking sun (in MB or NMB) who'd like to share feedback?

Also, what kind of crowds should we expect Easter weekend, compared to summer crowds?

Gretchen Feb 1st, 2011 01:53 PM

A LOT. That's why we suggested further south in pawley's

travelinjo Feb 1st, 2011 03:23 PM

Good. When we're with the teens, we like having lots of people around, much preferring populated areas vs. smaller remote towns. For a romantic getaway, we might be interested in those smaller towns. But we really like having a vast variety of restaurants and amusements ;)
Really looking forward to this trip; wish we could leave tonight!

maryanne1 Feb 2nd, 2011 06:39 AM

I live here in N. Myrtle Beach and have never stayed at the Avista,but it sounds like a good place for what you want. Your teenagers would enjoy this area. Beach, shops, and restaurants nearby. Also the adults would enjoy walking around the main street of Ocean Drive. Yes, Easter is a busy time. We have a beautiful sunrise service every Easter that many people attend at the extreme end of the North area.
Hopefully the weather will cooperate this year. It was nice last year.

Gretchen Feb 2nd, 2011 07:50 AM

Not to put too fine a point on it but Litchfield will also be crowded but not like the gridlock of MB. It isn't "remote", has the best food on the coast between Murrell's Inlet and Pawley's, shopping, tennis, golf and a gorgeous beach. You should at least investigate going down for a delicious dinner or lunch.

carolinablue Mar 7th, 2011 11:18 PM

I would suggest North Myrtle Beach. The teens will especially enjoy it. I also agree that you should make a point to drive to Murrells Inlet for the best seafood around! The marshwalk and the entertainment is fantastic too! I found great info about hotels, dining, and the weather reports at www.carolinasandandsurf.com

You will have a great time!


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