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Top 5 Sports Bars: Central Strand

broadway louies.jpgMyrtle Beach is at the heart of the Grand Strand’s entertainment scene. From "March Madness" in the spring, to football in the fall, here are the top five seeds (the best places to watch a game) in Central Strand Region. See the top 5 sports bars on the South and North ends too!)

1. Broadway Louie’s - Located at Broadway at the Beach, the epicenter of Myrtle Beach nightlife, Broadway Louie’s is home to a 27-foot projection screen, the area’s largest. That monster is flanked by five other large projection screens. Broadway Louie’s also offers the added benefit of being situated by 10 other nightclubs, providing plenty of postgame options.

 

Top 5 Sports Bars: South Strand

beer.jpgNCAA Tournament viewing on the South Strand is like rooting for the mid-majors in the Big Dance. The choices offered are good, but they don't receive quite the acclaim. The South Strand is known for its casual pace and upscale golf and dining options, but there are still a host of establishments that offer an inviting atmosphere to watch a game.

Top 5 Sports Bars: North Strand

Overtime Sports pic.jpgThe North Strand has grown into a golf and entertainment powerhouse in recent years, earning its spot as a good time destination. For the sake of comparison, think of the North Strand might be analogous to the Big East, a conference that didn't exist three decades but is now, unquestionably, one of college basketball's best. Which destination's are the Syracuse and Villanova of North Strand sports bars? Wonder no more:
thistle golf club.jpgIt's August, the mercury in the thermometer is reaching a boil and it's ... time to start thinking about fall golf? That's right. The fall golf season is just weeks away and we have five tips to maximize the value and good times of your next trip to Myrtle Beach.
Beachwood Golf Club 008.jpgBeachwood Golf Club is one of the founding fathers of North Strand golf. Opened in 1968, it was North Myrtle Beach's second layout and helped pave the way for an area that now boasts more than 36 courses.
Beachwood Golf Club 102.jpgBeachwood Golf Club is one of the Grand Strand's Golden Oldies. The Gene Hamm design opened its fairways in 1968 and helped pave the way for golf on the North Strand.
wickedstickd_l.jpgPar 3s are often about finesse and distance control, but not always. Myrtle Beach golf's five longest par 3s require as much, if not more, brute strength than the longest of drives.
whispering pines 5 to know.jpgWhispering Pines Golf Course, Myrtle Beach's municipal layout, has long been a local's favorite.
Arcadian Shores 5 things.jpgArcadian Shores opened in 1974 to great acclaim and remains, in the eyes of many knowledgeable observers, one of the best designs along the Grand Strand.

Arcadian Shores: 3 Best Holes

Arcadian Shores 3 holes.jpgArcadian Shores is a traditional design. A variety of doglegs, well guarded bunkers and tree-lined fairways make it one of Myrtle Beach's most enjoyable and well designed tracks.

The 3 Best Holes at River Club

River Club island green.jpgThe beauty of River Club lies in its consistent excellence. Hole after hole the South Strand layout provides players with a different and enjoyable challenge.
Pearl 075.jpgPearl Golf Links helped lay the foundation for the North Strand's explosive growth during the height of the Myrtle Beach golf boom. Dan Maples designed a pair of scenic layouts along the banks of the Calabash River and a host of multi-course facilities followed suit in Brunswick County, N.C.
Arrowhead Country Club 1.jpgArrowhead Country Club is home to 27 holes, several of them playing along the Intracoastal Waterway, and it's Myrtle Beach's only Raymond Floyd design. The facility, which prides itself on providing outstanding conditions and value, is memorable from an aesthetic and architectural standpoint.
world tour golf course.jpgMyrtle Beach is the Golf Capital of the World, GolfTown, USA and where the World Goes to Golf. Pick the moniker you like best, but if you never been to Myrtle Beach the natural inclination might be to wonder what all the fuss is about. Wonder no longer. Here are five reasons the Grand Strand has earned its reputation as the king of the golf trip:
celebrity square.jpgIf you only want the best on your Myrtle Beach golf trip, we have several Central Strand recommendations. From steakhouses to lighted driving ranges, here are five things that will help make your trip even more memorable.

Top 5 Myrtle Beach Golf Trip Tips

group VB.jpgAs the winter months descend, harsh weather has arrived around much of the country, a development that heightens the anticipation of a Myrtle Beach golf trip. While golfers try to stay warm, dreams of spring in Myrtle Beach offer the promise of better days. With that in mind, we have five tips that will help make planning your next golf trip a little easier.

Top 5 Christmas Golf Gifts

CigarGuyShirt-MainStore_0.jpgSanta is getting the sleigh warmed up, the elves are working overtime, and we have five Christmas golf gifts you should be asking the big guy to leave under the tree.
Burning Ridge11.jpgBurning Ridge Golf Club, a Gene Hamm design, opened 30 years ago and has played more than 1 million rounds in the interim. While many have enjoyed a round at Burning Ridge Golf Club, there is still much to learn. With that in mind, here are five things you need to know about the course:
Gondola.jpgWaterway Hills Golf Club is a 4-star facility, according to Golf Digest, with 27 holes to tempt players on a Myrtle Beach golf trip. It's a Robert Trent Jones design and one of just seven area courses that play along the Intracoastal Waterway. But that information is easy to come by. We've got five nuggets about Waterway Hills you likely don't know, particularly if you've not played the course.
wedge golf ball.jpgThanksgiving is a time of year for reflection, the opportunity express gratitude for the blessings that have been bestowed upon the Myrtle Beach golf community. While appreciative of those things, we are here to talk about something only slightly less serious - five things about the game of golf we are thankful for!

Myrtle Beach's Top 5 Raw Bars

raw_oysters.jpgAs we head into the winter months, Myrtle Beach still enjoys good golf weather and oysters, a perennial favorite, are in-season. The Grand Strand is home to an abundance of local oyster beds, but where should you go for everyone's favorite mollusk?
japanese chef.JPGJapanese restaurants that feature chefs that are equal parts entertainer and cook have exploded in popularity, and a Myrtle Beach golf trip offers plenty of options. (Admit it, everyone enjoys catching shrimp in their mouth and watching onion volcanoes erupt!)
dye15.jpgThe Dye Course at Barefoot Resort has accumulated numerous accolades in its first decade, earning a reputation as one of best golf courses in Myrtle Beach. Whether you play the course every year or want to book it on your next trip, here are five things about the Dye Course that will be of interest.
dadams2.jpgTechnology has improved our lives in countless ways, and if you are savvy, it will make a Myrtle Beach golf trip little more enjoyable as well. Whether you've got the iPhone 4 , an old-school Blackberry or rely on a personal computer, we have five tech tips that can make your next Myrtle Beach golf trip a more efficient one.
DC11.jpgThe Dunes Club is the most decorated Myrtle Beach golf course. The PGA, LPGA and Senior Tours have all hosted events at the storied layout and any list of the best at the Dunes Club is certain to spark much debate. Here is a look at the best the Dunes Club has to offer:
sushi-for-2.jpgSushi comes with enough options to satisfy most any palette, and with choice has come popularity. The Japanese dish is available throughout the Grand Strand, but we are here to help you narrow the list. If you are looking for sushi, here are five restaurants that will please.
>1b.jpgSure more than 100 Myrtle Beach golf courses provide ample entertainment, but the fun along the Grand Strand doesn't end with the final putt. The Myrtle Beach area is chocked full of good times and here are five of the best off course activities to enjoy throughout the remainder of July.
dual-putting-plane_3.jpgScrambling for a late Father's Day present? If you can't enjoy the ultimate gift - entry into the Father-Son Team Classic - there are plenty of other options available. Whether you are looking for simplicity or high tech, a quick trip to Martin's PGA Tour Superstore helped create a list with at least one item that should make every golf playing Dad happy.
byrd 2.jpgThe Byrd Course at Sea Trail is the youngest of the facility's three layouts, and, arguably, its best. If you are looking to maximize your enjoyment, on and off the course, at the Sunset Beach, N.C., resort, here are a few tips.
italian_food2.jpgThe Grand Strand is chocked full of restaurants and some of the best are Italian. If you are looking for a good meal from the Old Country, we surveyed a group of hard-eating locals and have produced a list of the area's five best Italian restaurants.
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Post-round happy hour is an unwritten part of the itinerary for many Myrtle Beach golf groups. It’s an opportunity to exchanges stories, make excuses, and enjoy a cold drink. So where are the best spots in Myrtle Beach to enjoy happy hour?
no 15 glen dornoch.jpgGlen Dornoch is one of the most challenging and scenic courses on the Myrtle Beach golf market, wowing players with views of the Intracoastal Waterway while forcing them to think their way around the course.
high five.jpgThere is still plenty of golf to be played in Myrtle Beach this year and here are the top five reasons to take a trip to the Grand Strand this fall.
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One price, all-you-can-eat seafood - it's a dream come true for many of Myrtle Beach's land-locked visitors. The Grand Strand is chocked full of seafood buffets, but before you dip your first crab leg in a cup of melted butter, check out our list of the area's five best:

3 Best Holes: Tradition Club

TC14.jpgTradition Club is a Myrtle Beach golf "sleeper." Located on the South Strand, the layout doesn't enjoy the high profile of some of its neighbors, but Tradition is an outstanding course, carved through the area's native pine trees
TC 12.jpgTradition Club is Ron Garl's only Myrtle Beach golf design, a 4.5-star course that leaves players smiling. What do you need to know about Tradition prior to your first swing?
hells half acre.jpgThe Grand Strand is home to more than 1,800 holes, including a handful of short par 4s that provide a chance to drive the green (or possibly record an ace). If you can hit the driver long and relatively straight, here are the five holes you might be able to reach, though there is risk involved (all yardages are listed from the tips):
Love - 3.jpgBarefoot Resort, home of the Dye, Fazio, Love and Norman Courses, is celebrating its 10th birthday this spring. The facility drew national acclaim upon its opening and has been at the forefront of the Myrtle Beach golf market ever since.
gulfstream.jpgSeafood tops everyone's menu when they come to town, and Myrtle Beach's stream of all-you-can-buffets is the answer for many, but some prefer quality over quantity. For those with a more discerning palette, we offer up the five best places in the Myrtle Beach area for a great seafood dinner.

Myrtle Beach's 5 Best Steakhouses

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Whether you liked it baked, broiled, blackened or grilled, a steak is the perfect way to end a day. Whatever your preference, Myrtle Beach has nearly as many places to eat a quality steak as it does golf courses.
Grande Dunes13.jpgGrande Dunes is the longest Myrtle Beach golf course, playing 7,618 yards from the tips, and it offers stunning views of the Intracoastal Waterway, but that information is easy to come by. Here are five things you need to know before playing the Grand Strand's only Roger Rulewich design.

Grande Dunes' 3 Best Holes

Grande Dunes No 6.jpgGrande Dunes is ranked among America's 100 Greatest Public Courses by Golf Digest, has five holes that play along the Intracoastal Waterway, and two more that offer memorable views. The course, which opened in 2001, has emerged as one of the best on the Myrtle Beach golf scene for many reasons.
CP fairway.jpgCrown Park prides itself on offering value and good conditions to golfers, but there is much more to know about the eight-year-old course. If you are planning a trip or looking to gain a small advantage on your playing partners, here are five things to know about Crown Park:

The 3 Best Holes at Crown Park

CP aerial.jpgPrivacy is part of the layout's charm, creating a relaxed atmosphere that extends throughout the round. Once play begins, Crown Park stands on merit, and we consulted with the facility's general manager, Jason Mueller, to determine the course's three best holes.
GDunes.jpgAn unintended benefit of the Waterway was the backdrop it provided golf course architects. The Intracoastal runs the length of the Myrtle Beach golf scene and some of the game's biggest names utilized the Army Corps of Engineers' handiwork, creating some of the area's most stunning visuals.
wings.JPGIn the not-so-distant past chicken wings were a blue collar bar food, a delicacy that lacked broad appeal. But chicken (or buffalo) wings have emerged from the culinary shadows.
mini golf.jpgSure Myrtle Beach is home to the nation's largest selection of golf courses, but the fun doesn't stop there for those you who can't put the putter down. The Grand Strand is also home to 50 putt-putt golf courses, including some of the world's best. If you have a better chance of winning money on a miniature golf course, here are the Myrtle Beach area's five best:
9 trap.jpgThe five biggest Myrtle Beach golf moments of the last decade weren't easy to settle on, but we sorted through the course openings, honors and other goings on to narrow the list. After ranking moments six through 10, we are ready to unveil our ranking of the top 5 Myrtle Beach golf moments of the new millennium.
NorthCourse-LeopardsChase.jpgThe first decade of the 21st century is nearly in the books, and it has been an eventful one for the Myrtle Beach golf community. From high profile course openings to unprecedented recognition from industry leaders, there has been an abundance of news emanating from the Grand Strand.
No. 7 moorland.jpgThe Moorland Course at Legends Resort is a Myrtle Beach golf standout, but it never hurts to have a little local knowledge before attempting to tame a layout Golf Digest ranked America's 37th toughest.
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Golf might be what brings you to Myrtle Beach, but you have to eat when you get here. Just as you play new courses when you are in town, here are five local restaurants you should make it a point to frequent.
 

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