Myrtle Beach PR Tourism Highlights for May 2026

National media coverage reinforced Myrtle Beach’s position as an affordable, experience-rich coastal destination, with strong visibility across travel, culinary, golf and entertainment media. Major outlets highlighted the destination’s beaches, golf, live music, family-friendly experiences, and summer travel value. Travel + Leisure  spotlighted Pawleys Island and named Sun Outdoors Myrtle Beach among the nation’s top campgrounds, while FamilyVacationist recognized Myrtle Beach among the best budget-friendly family vacations in the U.S. Southern Living featured Black Drum Brewing and Kingston Resorts, and The Local Palate’s  Ultimate South Carolina Dining Guide 2026 showcased the region’s growing culinary reputation. Forbes highlighted Myrtle Beach’s golf culture and Carolina Country Music Fest, while national coverage of the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic generated additional sports tourism visibility. Additional stories focused on accessibility, affordability and coastal experiences, including Travel Pulse’s autism-friendly travel feature, Condé Nast Traveler’s Memorial Day travel deals roundup, Garden & Gun's feature on Myrtle Beach’s vibrant blend of sun, sand and live music, and Go World Travel’s recognition of Myrtle Beach as a top-value summer destination.