The Battleship NORTH CAROLINA is a proud reminder of American efforts to protect the free world. Come aboard and experience first-hand the patriotic pride that carried her brave crew to victory. Let us assist you in planning your visit to the Battleship, Wilmington and the southeastern coast of North Carolina, or our South Carolina neighbors in Myrtle Beach.		1 Battleship Road Wilmington, NC 28401 Phone: 910-251-5797

You can take a Day-cation right here in Margaritaville…spend the day sipping margaritas at Stranded on a Sandbar under the lighthouse, relax on the Porch of Indecision while taking in the views of Heroe's Harbor and the new Nostalgia Park, or dance the night away to the rhythm of our live entertainment any night of the week...there's always something happening at Margaritaville Myrtle Beach!		1114 Celebrity Circle Myrtle Beach, SC 29577 Phone: 843-448-5455

This world famous live tribute show features an amazing all star cast of FIVE great acts in ONE grand show. Legends In Concert performances are the real thing, with performers singing with their natural voices and perfection of mannerisms, hair and dress of the original celebrities portrayed. All this backed by a hot live band, singers, dancers, special effects and lighting in an intimate style theater where everyone has a great view. The acts rotate at least four times a year, so audiences experience a brand-new performance each season. Voted number one show on the beach, It's An Event You Won't Forget!		301 Business Hwy 17 South Surfside Beach, SC 29575 Phone: 800-960-7469

Great American Riverboat is Myrtle Beach's most unique tour & dinner boat cruising the calm and scenic water of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway & the Waccamaw River. Departing from the Marina at Grande Dunes at the north end of Myrtle Beach, we cruise the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway north toward Barefoot Landing, viewing beautiful homes and natural areas. Entertaining and educational narration brings it all to life. A relaxing and fun escape for the entire family.		8500 Enterprise Rd Myrtle Beach, SC 29588

In 1931, Archer and Anna Hyatt Huntington founded Brookgreen Gardens, a non-profit 501(c)(3) garden museum, to preserve the native flora and fauna and display objects of art within that natural setting. Today, Brookgreen Gardens is a National Historic Landmark with the most significant collection of figurative sculpture in an outdoor setting by American artists in the world and has the only zoo accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums on the coast of the Carolinas.		1 Brookgreen Drive Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 Phone: 843-235-6000 Toll Free: 800-849-1931 Fax: 843-235-6039

Aboard South Carolina's MOST luxurious Gaming Yacht you'll enjoy Blackjack, Roulette, Let-It-Ride, 3 Card Poker & the Newest and Loosest Slots including South Carolina's favorite, "Pot O' Gold", Wheel of Fortune, Video Poker & MORE! Superb Buffet on all cruises, Fantastic Live Entertainment on all Cruises, "You Can Bet On It"! The Big "M" Casino sails year round departing from Little River, just minutes from Myrtle Beach.		4491 Waterfront Avenue Little River, SC 29566 843-249-9811

 

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US Highway 17 is the main drag, running parallel to the great Atlantic, along the Grand Strand's coastal communities. When you're ready for a little exploring, you can follow it south out of Myrtle Beach and straight into history. Down past Murrells Inlet, the old ocean highway runs right through the middle of what were once vast plantations stretching from the river to the sea. This was rice country. That's right, rice. Only true history buffs know it, but this coastal area provided some 75% of the world's rice between the American Revolution and the Civil War. Here thrived the wealthiest aristocracy in early America. On tiny Pawleys Island, you can still see their summer homes, some dating from the 1700s.

A few of the old rice-producing giants still stand and are open to visitors, offering mute testimony to a time when a small golden grain and the chains of human bondage created a society doomed to tragedy.