National media coverage positioned Myrtle Beach as a high-value, family-friendly coastal destination with growing appeal as both a place to visit, anchored by affordability, lifestyle-driven travel, and strong food, golf, and entertainment credentials.
National outlets such as Condé Nast Traveler, Travel and Tour World, and The Local Palate highlighted the region’s scenic coastline, accessible attractions, and budget-friendly experiences, with Myrtle Beach frequently named among the country’s best budget-friendly beach destinations, affordable spring break spots, and top family getaways.
Culinary recognition remained a key pillar, led by Heidi Vukov’s James Beard nomination and widespread features on local seafood institutions and new restaurant openings, while golf coverage reinforced Myrtle Beach’s standing as a premier golf hub following the reopening of King’s North and multiple Top 100 course rankings.
Additional lifestyle coverage from national publications like House Beautiful emphasized the area’s coastal quality of life and strong multigenerational appeal, while entertainment stories in outlets like Parade highlighted concerts coming to the region.
National/Regional Tourism News
1/1, FOX News Channel Online, Unsung heroes of 2025: First responders and everyday Americans who saved lives across US
1/1, EuropeSays, Man travels coast to coast in Tesla using self-driving technology
1/1, Fooshya, United States Travel Information: 2026's Best Destinations, Events, Attractions and Extra
1/3, Travel And Tour World, Miami Joins Waikiki, Clearwater, Myrtle Beach and Coronado: You Won't Believe These Stunning Beach Cities in the US in 2026
1/4, Travel And Tour World, Myrtle Beach Exciting New Coastal Living Opportunity
1/4, Sunnewspapers.net, The best islands to visit in the South, even in winter. Two are in Florida
1/5, Travel And Tour World, The Ultimate Elvis Tribute Experience: North Myrtle Beach Elvis Festival 2026 – The King's Legacy Comes to Life Like Never Before!
1/5, The Greenville News Online, Best places to live in Upstate SC. 'Perfect fit for every lifestyle'
1/5, Surfer Magazine Online, Watch: The South Carolina Surfer Who Rips in World Class Waves
1/5, Family Travel, How South Carolina Marshlands Have Changed in Recent Years
1/5, Decor Hint, 10 Places In South Carolina Where Fried Fish Feels Legendary
1/5, Anderson Independent-Mail Online, Best places to live in Upstate SC. 'Perfect fit for every lifestyle'
1/5, Insider Travel Report, What's on the New Season of "Travels with Darley" Premiering Jan. 12?
1/5, Savannah Magazine Online, 12 Fab Festivals for 2026
1/6, Travel And Tour World, United States Joins UK, Netherlands, Denmark, Belgium, Singapore and More Countries to Live Like Emily in Paris with Affordable Luxuries: New Update is Here
1/6, Post and Courier Free Times, Film about summer in Myrtle Beach coming to Columbia theater
1/6, Business Facilities Online, Texas, Florida Dominate U-Haul 2025 Migration Trends Report
1/6, Meetings Today Online, How Hotels are Acting on 2026 Meeting Trends
1/7, Islands, South Carolina's Longest Pier Is A Walkable Myrtle Beach Icon With Fishing, Live Music, And An Arcade
1/7, Weekly Journal PR, Top 5 Oceanside Camping Destinations to Visit This Winter
1/7, ArchyNewsy, Top 5 Oceanside Camping Destinations for Winter
1/8, North Penn Now, Top Long-Term RV Parks for Snowbirds in South Carolina
1/8, Animals Around The Globe, Best Coastal Towns for Dolphin Watching in the U.S.
1/9, Family Travel, These All-You-Can-Eat Buffets in South Carolina Are Popular With Diners
1/9, Flytographer, Ultimate Guide to 2026 Spring Break Destinations
1/9, The Local Palate Online, A Guided Tour of Our Staff's 4 Favorite Cities Across the South
1/9, Fooshya, TRIANGLE FOOD BLOG | Be The First To Know The Lacheck Triangle Restaurant News. - fooshya.com
1/10, Wanderly, 14 Best Places to Visit in April with Kids in the US
1/11, Travel And Tour World, Looking for Peace and Quiet in Myrtle Beach? North Myrtle Beach Is the Perfect Family-Friendly Getaway
1/11, Boston Herald Online, Travel + Leisure's best islands to visit in the south - 3 are in SC
1/11, PlanetWare, The Most Beautiful American Botanical Gardens By Far, According To Reviews
1/11, Motherhood Moment, Area Attractions - After-Dark Adventures Light Up 2026 at WonderWorks Myrtle Beach
1/12, When In Your State, 10 family-run Lowcountry seafood kitchens still serving coastal classics
1/12, Decor Hint, 7 South Carolina Dishes Named After Quaint Towns Bursting With Local Pride
1/12, This Life In Trips, Top 10 Myrtle Beach Vacation Rentals and Oceanfront Resorts for a Dream Coastal Stay
1/12, RVAHub, Marshall Tucker Band, Little River Band added to 2026 Innsbrook After Hours lineup
1/12, MarketersMedia, Sea Mountain Vacations Now the First North Myrtle Beach Company to Join The 100 Collection
1/12, Idyllicpursuit.com, 10 Best Multi-Generational Destinations in the U.S. for 2026
1/12, Erica R. Buteau, Family Friendly East Coast Recommendations for Every Budget
1/12, All For Gardening, Brookgreen Gardens opens Purdy Center with art and botanical exhibits
1/13, WORLD ATLAS, 12 Ideal South Carolina Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
1/13, What Now, Captain Nemo's Brings Calabash Seafood to Myrtle Beach
1/13, Insights Samsung, How airport display systems can make the most of travel surge
1/13, Food & Beverage, FACE Amusement Group Taps David Knight as VP of Guy Fieri's Downtown Flavortown
1/13, Club & Resort Business Online, King's North Reopens After Two-Year Renovation That Recasts an Arnold Palmer Classic
1/13, Amusement Today Online, FACE Amusement Group welcomes David Knight as Vice President of Guy Fieri's Downtown Flavortown
1/13, Fact Patrol, How airport display systems can make the most of travel surge
1/13, Restaurant News Release, FACE Amusement Group Welcomes David Knight as Vice President of Guy Fieri's Downtown Flavortown
1/13, Wall Street TV, Sea Mountain Vacations Recognized by The 100 Collection Highlighting Commitment to Quality in North Myrtle Beach
1/14, Yahoo Lifestyle, Myrtle Beach's Favorite February Festival Is An Annual Coffee Paradise On The Coast
1/14, MSN Travel, 11 affordable spring break destinations for travelers of all ages
1/14, Travel And Tour World, Nevada Joins Florida, California, New York, Illinois, South Carolina, and Others in Experiencing a Surge in Last-Minute Hotel Bookings Previous Year, How This Could Propel the US Travel Boom in 2026: All You Need To Know
1/14, Condé Nast Traveler Online, 11 Affordable Spring Break Destinations for Travelers of All Ages
1/14, Islands, Myrtle Beach's Favorite February Festival Is An Annual Coffee Paradise On The Coast
1/14, Golfweek Online, Extensive renovation wrapped up at popular South Carolina golf course
1/14, Prevue Online, F&B Trends: A Feast for the Senses
1/14, The Golf Wire, National Golf Foundation Announces Key Executive Hires to Advance Strategic Services and Business Intelligence
1/14, Twin Cities Business Radio, Sea Mountain Vacations Recognized by The 100 Collection Highlighting Commitment to Quality in North Myrtle Beach
1/14, Golf Guide, A Bold New Standard: King's North at Myrtle Beach National Reopens After Transformational Renovation – Golf Guide
1/14, South Carolina Golf, A Bold New Standard: King's North at Myrtle Beach National Reopens After Transformational Renovation
1/14, Sports News Today EIN, A Bold New Standard: King's North at Myrtle Beach National Reopens After Transformational Renovation
1/15, Yahoo! News, Spirit Airlines to resume nonstop service from Latrobe to popular US vacation destination
1/15, Pittsburgh Business Times Online, Spirit Airlines adds Myrtle Beach, drops Orlando from Latrobe
1/15, Pittsburgh Business Times Online, Spirit Airlines restores Myrtle Beach service at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport as passenger traffic there dips
1/15, Tribune-Review Online/TribLIVE.com, Spirit to resume Arnold Palmer Regional flights to Myrtle Beach
1/15, TravelPulse, Spirit Airlines to Resume Spring Break Routes to Warm Destinations
1/15, American Golfer, A Bold New Standard: King's North at Myrtle Beach National Reopens After Transformational Renovation
1/15, Motherhood Moment, Enriching Education - WonderWorks Orlando Kicks Off 2026 with Sensory-Friendly Fun for All Abilities
1/15, SGB Today, National Golf Foundation Makes Executive Hires in Research and Marketing Services
1/16, A House In The Hills, 25 Best Summer Vacation Spots to Visit in July
1/16, Terristeffes, Family Fun at Myrtle Beach: Activities for All Ages on the Grand Strand
1/17, Only in Your State, Yes, You Can Eat Unlimited Seafood at This Beloved South Carolina Restaurant
1/17, World Wide Schooling, 12 Cheap Getaways in the US To Discover the Best of America on a Dime
1/18, Family Destinations Guide, 9 Down-Home Restaurants In South Carolina Serving Up Outrageously Delicious Steaks
1/19, Decor Hint, 12 Budget Friendly South Carolina Spots Worth Every Bite
1/19, Travel Industry Wire, Avelo Airlines Opens Reservations for 30 Destinations Through Summer 2026
1/19, SEAFOOD NEWS TODAY, Yes, You Can Eat Unlimited Seafood at This Beloved South Carolina Restaurant
1/20, Yahoo! News, Breeze Airways to offer nonstop flights to Myrtle Beach from South Florida
1/20, WORLD ATLAS, 11 Small Towns In South Carolina With Big Charm
1/20, House Beautiful Online, 10 Cities People in Their 40s Are Flocking to in 2026, According to Real Estate Experts
1/20, TravelPulse, Avelo Airlines Extends Flight Schedule Through Summer 2026
1/20, WRDE Coast TV, Avelo Airlines extends ILG flights with $52 summer fares through 2026
1/20, Travel Agent Magazine Online, Avelo Airlines' Summer 2026 Schedule Includes Flights Starting at $42
1/20, Investors Hangout, Avelo Airlines Expands Summer Schedule Until 2026 for Travelers
1/20, Delaware Business Now, Avelo extends booking schedule into mid-August
1/20, Idyllicpursuit.com, 10 Nostalgic Childhood Vacation Spots in the US to Visit Again
1/20, Airline Industry Today, Airline serving ILG commits to serving 8 destinations through summer
1/21, MSN Entertainment, 90s country rocker announces 2026 tour dates
1/21, Parade Online, 90s Country Rocker Announces 2026 Tour Dates
1/21, Flipboard, Myrtle Beach's 5 Most Breathtaking, Impeccably Designed Golf Courses Lining The Grand Strand
1/21, World Wide Schooling, 12 Cheap Beach Destinations in the US That Will Make You Finally Plan That Getaway
1/21, Ncconstructionnews, Senate approves nearly $120 million for South Carolina projects
1/22, The Greenville News Online, Gov. McMaster names 2026 SC Chef Ambassadors. Which Greer chef is on list?
1/22, WLUK-TV Online, Vanna White secretly marries her longtime love John Donaldson
1/22, WZTV-TV Online, Vanna White secretly marries her longtime love John Donaldson
1/22, South Carolina, Introducing 2026 South Carolina Chef Ambassador Jordan Lazarus Heyd
1/22, When In Your State, Myrtle Beach's lakefront entertainment hub feels like a classic boardwalk
1/22, Anderson Independent-Mail Online, Gov. McMaster names 2026 SC Chef Ambassadors. Which Greer chef is on list?
1/22, Morning Ag Clips, Gov. McMaster Names 2026 South Carolina Chef Ambassadors
1/22, Avocadu, 10 Boardwalk Piers in the U.S. With Old School Snacks and Sunset Views
1/22, Coastal Observer, $1.9 million granted for safety, mowing and festivals – Coastal Observer
1/22, Mylo Low Country, A chef and restaurant owner from Myrtle Beach is a semifinalist for the James Beard Award.
1/22, Golf News Today, Myrtle Beach's 5 Most Breathtaking, Impeccably Designed Golf Courses Lining The Grand Strand
1/23, EntertainmentNow, Luke Bryan Announces Huge Summer 2026 Tour
1/23, What Now, Crave Italian Oven & Bar to Open Third Location
1/23, Soda City Biz WIRE, South Carolina names 2026 Chef Ambassadors from Myrtle Beach, Charleston, Greer
1/23, International Travel Report, Ocean Escape Boardwalk debuts as new oceanfront property in downtown Myrtle Beach
1/24, WORLD ATLAS, 11 Best South Carolina Towns For A Weekend Trip
1/24, The Next Tee (TNT), Explore the Bold Changes at Myrtle Beach's King's North
1/24, Golf Guide, Caledonia Golf & Fish Club Climbs Golf Magazine's 'Top 100 Courses You Can Play' Rankings – Golf Guide
1/24, ConstructionMagazine, South Carolina DOT and Horry County Select Stantec to Lead Design of $840M SC 90 Road Widening Project
1/26, Parade Online, Beloved Country Music Star Is Hitting the Road for a Major 2026 Tour
1/26, Gorving, From Mountain Peaks to Palm Trees: An RV Trip Through the Palmetto State
1/26, Brief (US), Myrtle Beach Unveils Ambitious 2026 Coastal Revamp with New Attractions & Major Upgrades
1/26, South Carolina Golf, Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, True Blue Golf Club Ranked Among Golfweek's Top 100 Resort Courses – South Carolina Golf
1/27, Travel And Tour World, Unveil The Best Of Myrtle Beach: Exciting New Attractions And Events This Year
1/27, WORLD ATLAS, 13 Of The Most Welcoming Towns In South Carolina
1/27, AeroRoutes, Avelo Airlines Lists 737-700 Service Until late-April 2026
1/27, Shore News Network, Myrtle Beach turns up the heat in 2026 with new attractions, resorts, and headline events
1/27, MusicRow Magazine Online, Mitchell Tenpenny To Kick Off New 'Speed Of Light Tour' In February
1/27, Investors Hangout, Discover Myrtle Beach: Exciting New Adventures Await
1/27, Travel Dreams Magazine, Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, True Blue Golf Club Ranked Among Top 100 Resort Courses
1/27, American Golfer, Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, True Blue Golf Club Ranked Among Golfweek's Top 100 Resort Courses
1/28, Travel And Tour World, Discover What's New in Myrtle Beach for This Year: Events, Attractions, and Hidden Gems
1/28, Islands, Myrtle Beach's Premier Family-Friendly Destination Is Full Of Go Karts, Golf, And An Arcade
1/28, Insider Travel Report, Insider Airlines: What's Up in the Air This Month
1/28, Down the Road, Statues in Brookgreen Gardens
1/29, Kboeradio, Tracy Lawrence Announces "No Alibis Tour"
1/30, Post and Courier Georgetown, What the YMCA's new Myrtle Beach headquarters means for its expansion in the region
1/30, What Now, Dockside Dawgs Opens on Historic Myrtle Beach Property
1/30, The Olympian Online, Legendary Country Band Announces Final Show After 60 Years
1/30, TravelPulse, Most Anticipated New Flight Routes for 2026
1/30, Avocadu, 10 Boardwalk Bays With Kayak Rentals And Shoreline Parks
1/31, Theboutiqueadventurer, America's Best Cities for Families (Where Life Still Feels Manageable)
1/31, Brief (US), Carolina Opry Celebrates 40th Anniversary, Eyes Future with Exciting Lineup and Memoir Release