The Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) reported a 49% decrease in passenger traffic for the month of March, according to a Wednesday statement.
The Road to Recovery
As part of post COVID-19 recovery planning, MMGY provided an update on what the “Road to Recovery” looks like for the Myrtle Beach area. MMGY is one of the premier hospitality agencies in the world and has been tracking the impact of the pandemic on tourism at both national and regional levels. MMGY is also the agency working with the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and CVB on the Visit Myrtle Beach brand and research.
Ways to Help the Hospitality Industry
COVID-19 Relief & Recovery Fund
Accommodation Restriction Clarification for Myrtle Beach
Recently, we have all seen and read the executive order, that for the most part, restricts and prohibits lodging and rentals. This has been interpreted by some members of the hospitality association to believe it is prohibited for them to employ members of their respective businesses, to maintain upkeep, safety, and security over their properties.
Visit Myrtle Beach Shares Some Sunshine
Letter to the Editor: The Travel Industry Needs Relief Today
Travel and tourism are the integral parts of the Myrtle Beach area economy, encompassing more than 57,000 jobs in our area. While some of the small businesses that are members of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce aren’t tourism dependent, we find that a strong majority of our over 2,800 member investors rely on the millions that visit the Myrtle Beach area year-over-year.
Temporary Operational Rules and Procedures for Restaurants in City of Myrtle Beach
Following the shift to take-out and delivery service during the COVID-19 emergency response declaration from the State of South Carolina, the City of Myrtle Beach Planning and Zoning Department has issued temporary operational rules and procedures for Restaurants within the City of Myrtle Beach only.
Myrtle Beach PR Highlights for February 2020
Important update about the J1 program
COVID-19 Coronavirus Outbreak Readiness
COVID-19, the novel coronavirus first discovered in Wuhan, China in late 2019, is receiving considerable media attention at this time. To help you separate fact from fiction, the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention and Visitors Bureau has developed a new web page where we will compile regular updates from industry partners including the CDC, DHEC, the U.S. Travel Association and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. It is imperative that we as a community stay informed and prepared to respond to inquiries from concerned citizens and travelers. Visit myrtlebeachareachamber.com/coronavirus for regular updates to this rapidly evolving situation.
Be Prepared for Marathon Traffic on March 7th
The Myrtle Beach Marathon, one of America’s “10 great winter marathons” according to USA Today, will run again on March 7, 2020! With a Marathon, Half Marathon, Marathon Team Relay, 5k, and Family Fun Run, there is something for people of every age, ability, and fitness level. During that day, traffic will be impacted with road closures. Following is some guidance from the City of Myrtle Beach:
MBACVB Reports Tourism Growth in 2019
A record 20.4 million visitors in the Myrtle Beach area generated $10.8 billion in expenditures in 2018, continuing a trend of year-over-year growth, and echoing the impact of the tourism industry reported by the South Carolina Parks, Recreation & Tourism yesterday during the South Carolina Governor’s Conference on Tourism & Travel.
Myrtle Beach PR Highlights for January 2020
MBACVB Receives Routes Americas 2020 Destination Award
Myrtle Beach Area CVB Annual Report for 2019
The success of the Myrtle Beach area as a premiere beach destination is inspiring and it’s our partners who help make this success a reality each day. The Myrtle Beach area’s tourism industry continues to grow and sets new records each year. The numbers tell the story – in 2018, 20.4 million people visited the destination and generated $10.8 billion in expenditures, up 4% and 7% year over year respectively. While we won’t have 2019 numbers until spring 2020, our tax collections indicate strong year over year growth, including a 10% increase for TDF through October.