New Collaborate2031 research highlights the Myrtle Beach region as a desirable place to live, work and visit.
Myrtle Beach Area Wraps Up Peak Summer Tourism Season, Remains Resilient Amid Headwinds
PGA Tour's ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic Generates $15.8 in Economic Impact
The Myrtle Beach Area Golf Market Drives $1.6 Billion Impact to the Regional Economy
The first-ever comprehensive economic impact study of the Myrtle Beach area golf market, known as The Golf Capital of the World®, illustrates that golf is a powerful economic driver to the region. According to the report based on 2024 data, golf is a $1.6 billion industry, supporting 13,340 jobs, generating $482.9 million in wages and benefits and producing $134.8 million in state and local taxes.
Tropical Weather and Calendar Shift Impact Tourism Performance Across Myrtle Beach Area for July 4th Week
In 2025, the Grand Strand experienced mixed tourism performance during the Independence Day holiday, influenced by Tropical Storm Chantal, a shorter holiday window and continued economic pressures affecting travel patterns, according to weekly lodging metrics provided by Smith Travel Research (STR).
Myrtle Beach Gears Up for a Star-Spangled Fourth of July Weekend
Summer 2025 Tourism Outlook: Staying Strong Amid Changing Traveler Habits
Building Momentum at The Beach: The 2024 Recap
2024 marked a year of resilience, creativity and meaningful progress as the Myrtle Beach area welcomed millions and reinforced that The Beach is for everyBODY.
From record-breaking economic impact to national recognition for accessibility, the Myrtle Beach area continued to build positive momentum in 2024 as a thriving and welcoming place to live, work and play.
















