Myrtle Beach vacation deals sizzle this summer

(ARA) - Who wouldn't love a fun beach vacation this spring or summer? If you're afraid, however, that high-season prices put a beach getaway out of your budget, think again. With the slowly recovering economy still keeping many wary would-be vacationers at home, plenty of deals will be out there for those who know where to look.

From anywhere on the eastern seaboard, Myrtle Beach, home of South Carolina's famed "Grand Strand" and 60 miles of beautiful beaches, is a prime destination. Even in summer, you'll find Myrtle Beach hotels offering outstanding deals and incentives. Whatever type accommodations you're seeking can be found there, from luxurious beachfront resorts with indoor water parks to quaintly named motels just blocks from the beach.

A car rental is a great way to get to Myrtle Beach, thanks to the interstate highway system that makes road travel to this seaside city as easy and pleasurable as the stay there itself. Or, if you're traveling from a bit farther away, check out Web sites like Travelocity for great fares to the Myrtle Beach International Airport.

Here's a sampling of the types of vacation deals you can expect to find at Myrtle Beach hotels:

* Discounts - Yes, even in summer, when business is better and they may have less need to do so, hotels in Myrtle Beach may still offer discounts. Some tempt repeat guests with special rates for recurring stays. Others offer free nights when you book three, four or more nights at the going rate.

* Complimentary food and beverage - In addition to free breakfast, which you can find included at many hotels and motels, some lodgings also offer packages that include accommodations at their property and dinner at one of the many great restaurants that dot Myrtle Beach.

* Take in a show - From country music extravaganzas to circus spectacles, Myrtle Beach offers shows to appeal to everyone. During high season, the most popular shows can be difficult to get into, but some hotels offer packages that include admission to these hot-ticket shows - without the hassle of standing in line at the box office.

* Shopper's paradise - Myrtle Beach has its fair share of great shopping venues, from sprawling open-air centers like Barefoot Landing and Broadway on the Beach to classic shopping malls and outlets. If shopping is your bag, look for hotels that offer coupon books and exclusive shopping packages.

* Attractive deals - From wildlife habitats to amusement parks, the Grand Strand area has it all. Like the shows, popular attractions can prove difficult to get into during high season. But booking a package that includes attraction tickets through your Myrtle Beach hotel is a great alternative to taking your chances waiting in line.

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