Although residents of sleepy coastal towns never like to be referred to in relation to the word “sleepy,” these towns are some of the more delicious tourist destinations in the country. There are few pleasures as great as finding a place to hole up in for a few days while enjoying some spectacular views and good company. Myrtle Beach has all the trimmings to make for a perfect seaside vacation, and much more to offer than meets the eye. It’s very difficult, however, to get over the lure of the ocean, which does tend to permeate everything, and well it should.
There are plenty of other attractions, however, if the ocean isn’t enough. There are lots of golf courses, including par three courses, 18-holes, and 18 courses alone for mini golf. Out in the woods, however, seasoned golfers should beware, there’s squirrels in them hills, and not the usual kind. The ones here are black and white striped, with white noses, and they’re bigger than usual. Don’t be alarmed, they don’t attack, but they might throw off your game the first time you see them.
But there is also a lot of fascinating history here, and not everyone imagines that Myrtle Beach has a past as interesting as its present. Yes, George Washington did sleep here, in fact. He stayed when he was touring the Southern states in 1791. He stayed at an Inn owned by a local, William Gause , arriving in a white chariot, and leaving after eating breakfast there. Further on, he met other South Carolina hospitality, and was treated to a night of free libations. For a King’s welcome, it all sounds rather humble, really, and one can expect some very top-notch hospitality today at Myrtle Beach 4 star hotels . It’s a fine place to contemplate a round of mini golf, the mysteries of the ocean, or even just musing at the stars over a time when Washington was passing through the King’s Highway.