National and regional PR and media relations will continue to be a dominant part of our marketing efforts. In 2025, we’ll develop a comprehensive public relations program to generate positive earned media coverage in key target outlets, including national, international, and regional markets.
Strategies include year-round media pitching and outreach, including in-person and virtual meetings, media hosting and FAMs, influencer partnerships and key activations to support unique offerings in Myrtle Beach while simultaneously supporting seasonal campaigns and key initiatives.
National Media Relations: Paired with regional efforts to maintain and enhance Myrtle Beach’s reputation as a sought-after tourism destination; inspire potential visitors.
Regional Media Relations: Drive visitation to the Grand Strand from key audiences with a high propensity to choose the destination for travel experiences.
International Media Relations: Support top-of-mind positioning for international, particularly winter, travel opportunities and group activities.
Earned media will be aligned with the five seasons and content pillars, including Family, Culture/Diversity, Outdoors, Sensory-Friendly and Culinary.
Tickets for the PGA TOUR’s upcoming ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic will be available for purchase at 9 a.m. ET on Monday, Feb. 9. Tickets can be purchased by visiting myrtlebeachclassic.com.
Myrtle Beach is stepping into the new year with a wave of new developments, exciting events and destination-defining milestones, along with all the classic experiences that keep visitors coming back year after year. Spanning 60 miles of iconic coastline and 14 distinct coastal communities, the Grand Strand boasts an array of new attractions, dining and lodging experiences, offering more ways than ever for visitors of all ages to celebrate, explore and make lasting memories
National coverage continued to position Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand as a welcoming, year-round destination with broad appeal, anchored by strong culinary recognition, coastal charm, seasonal experiences and increasing air service. Major outlets including Islands.com, Fodor’s, Travel + Leisure, AARP, and Travel and Tour World highlighted the region’s standout seafood and Southern dining, friendly communities, and growing reputation as an affordable U.S. destination. Holiday and winter travel coverage was especially prominent, with Brookgreen Gardens’ Nights of a Thousand Candles earning repeated national praise and Myrtle Beach named a top winter and last-minute holiday getaway. Additional lifestyle and entertainment coverage reinforced the area’s family-friendly, multigenerational appeal, small-town character in places like Pawleys Island and Murrells Inlet, and cultural vibrancy through festivals, arts, and major 2026 concert announcements, while human-interest stories further underscored the region’s strong sense of community and place.
National and regional coverage continued to spotlight Myrtle Beach and surrounding communities as highly desirable destinations for travel, retirement, and relocation, with Travel + Leisure naming South Carolina the most popular state to move to in 2025 and identifying Myrtle Beach as the top city, praised for its beaches, wildlife, and golf. The region received significant attention for its affordability, appearing in multiple national roundups focused on budget-friendly winter travel, holiday deals, safe and welcoming towns, and hidden gem getaways. Brookgreen Gardens emerged as a major cultural and seasonal highlight, with features in Garden & Gun and Country Living, including national recognition of its Nights of a Thousand Candles event, while Huntington Beach State Park earned distinction as South Carolina’s top birding destination. Culinary and local businesses were also prominently featured, from seafood buffets and local bars to cozy cocktail spots and iconic Southern flavors. Coverage further emphasized enhanced travel accessibility, with Allegiant and Breeze Airways announcing new nonstop routes to Myrtle Beach in 2026, reinforcing the destination’s growing national connectivity and broad appeal.
Myrtle Beach is entering 2026 with a slate of special accolades and national recognitions received throughout the year that underscore the region’s long-lasting popularity as a place to live, work and visit. By continuing to capture national and international attention, the Grand Strand remains firmly positioned as a leader in travel, hospitality and community development.
Playing under sunny blue skies and mid-60s temperatures, the Western Michigan University Broncos took advantage of South Carolina’s mild, mid-December weather to deliver a dominant performance at the 6th annual Myrtle Beach Bowl presented by Engine on Dec. 19, 2025. Defeating Kennesaw State University 41–6, the Broncos capped their season with an impressive victory Friday at Brooks Stadium on the picturesque campus of Coastal Carolina University.
“Chef Swap at The Beach,” a series celebrating the culinary talent of Myrtle Beach–area chefs and restaurants, will air a Christmas Special December 20 on the Cooking Channel, adding a seasonal installment to the show.
The Carolina African American Heritage Foundation (CAAHF), in partnership with the City of Myrtle Beach, the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce and the Myrtle Beach Downtown Alliance will celebrate the 21st anniversary of Grand Strand Freedom Week, honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy with special events from Jan. 16 to 20, 2025.
This winter, the Myrtle Beach area is packed with exciting sports action for fans of every age. From basketball and football to the uniquely American game of cornhole, teams and fans can experience the season’s top events while enjoying the mild coastal climate of The Beach.
