This spring we're offering some exciting added value to your stay so that you can get more bang for your hard earned buck in 2012! Guests of The Caravelle Resort can now book your vacation and tickets to two of Myrtle Beach's most popular attractions - Alabama Theatre and the NEW WonderWorks - at an incredible deal.

February 1 - March 15 all guests will be able to receive one free ticket to WonderWorks with additional adult ticket purchase. After opening in April, 2011 WonderWorks quickly became one of the hottest tickets in town. Dubbed as an Amusement Park for the Mind, WonderWorks offers over 100 hands on exhibits including the Hurricane Shack, Xtreme 360 Bikes, Anti-Gravity Chamber, BubbleLab, the Bed of Nails and dozens of other mind bending, interactive activities. Be sure to take advantage and check out WonderWorks during this one time, great deal!

During February, March and May all Caravelle Resort guests that can take advantage will receive one free ticket to the acclaimed Alabama Theatre's ONE: The Show with additional adult ticket purchase. Alabama Theatre's ONE: The Show, voted #1 Live Theatre Attraction by both Myrtle Beach Locals and Visitors, delivers an incredible entertainment experience to audiences night after night. ONE continues to evolve year after year as it introduces breath-taking and awe-inspiring dance and visual elements to hit songs from many musical genres.

Book your tickets NOW because these offers are subject to end at any time. Simply book your tickets during the online booking process after selecting your accommodations, or by calling us at 1-800-507-9145.

All tickets in both of these great deals must be booked directly through The Caravelle Resort prior to arrival, limit one free ticket per reservation for each venue.

The Caravelle Resort is excited to announce that we have kicked off a fundraiser and toy drive for Toys for Tots during the Christmas season. Guests of The Caravelle Resort will be offered the ability to contribute $1 or more to Toys for Tots at the time of booking a reservation and at check-in between Thanksgiving and Christmas. The Caravelle and the VacationMyrtleBeach.com resort group will match all donations up to $1,500, making a total contribution of up to $3,000 for the 2011 Christmas season. The Caravelle will also be a toy drop-off location for new, unopened toys that are donated to Toys for Tots.

"Christmas is especially difficult this year with the difficult economic times that we're in. We have over 4,200 children in our area that we are taking care of this year," said Butch Raynes, volunteer for the Murrells Inlet chapter of Toys for Tots. Butch notes "Now that we are taking online requests for the first time, the number of children in need keeps growing. I'm getting many new requests every week, and we're doing everything we can to try to help each child."

The Caravelle is hoping to help Butch reach Toys for Tots goal to reach every child. "We realize that we are fortunate enough to assist those who are in need, and the ownership, management and staff of all of our resorts were resoundingly in favor to help this wonderful cause as much as we can," said Matt Klugman of The Caravelle. "Our resorts generally make an effort to cater specifically to families, so we felt that this was a natural extension of who we are to help as many families as we can during the holiday season. We're excited to give our guests the opportunity to double their donation to this great cause by matching every dollar up to $1,500."

While all guests will be given the opportunity to make a donation at the time of booking and at check-in, all others who are interested in making a donation, however big or small, to the Toys for Tots fundraising drive can call The Caravelle at 800-845-0893 to do so. The Caravelle is also welcoming donations of new, unopened toys at our front desk.

Click here for more information about Toys for Tots.

New Year's Eve Party at Celebrity Square at Broadway at the Beach

Ring in the New Year at Celebrity Square at Broadway at the Beach with entry into some of Myrtle Beach's Hottest Clubs: Crocodile Rocks, Malibu Surf Bar, Club Boca, Froggy Bottomz and Revolutions. Buy tickets with your reservation for the discounted rate of $30. Rate includes admission to all clubs on New Year's Eve, balloon drop, confetti cannons and champagne toast.

2001 New Year's Weekend 4-Night Extravaganza

 December 28 - 31st, 2011. Doors open nightly at 8:00pm. Buy tickets with your reservation for the discounted rate of $30. Includes party favors, champagne split, 2 live bands, 3 DJs, and admission all four nights! See the flyer below for full party information!

Black Friday has become an annual tradition in Myrtle Beach as families head our way to enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday and get a jump on their Christmas shopping with some amazing deals. Die hard shoppers love the once a year chance to take to the streets in the middle of the night and many others just like to browse and shop at more traditional hours while soaking in the sights and sounds of the season. Myrtle Beach's wide range of shopping choices makes for the perfect Black Friday destination. Here's a list of where to head for deals as well as a sneak preview of some of the hottest big brand Black Friday deals of the year.

Shopping Centers:

Barefoot Landing
4898 Hwy 17 South
North Myrtle Beach, SC
OPENS: 10:00am Friday, November 25th

Broadway at the Beach
1325 Celebrity Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC
OPENS: 10:00am Friday, November 25th
Plus enjoy the firework spectacular on Saturday, November 26th at 8pm.

Coastal Grand Mall
2000 Coastal Grand Circle
Myrtle Beach, SC
OPENS: 6:00am Friday, November 25th

Inlet Square Mall
10125 Hwy 17 Bypass
Murrells Inlet, SC
OPENS: 8:00am Friday, November 25th

Myrtle Beach Mall
10177 North Kings Highway
Myrtle Beach, SC
OPENS: 5:00am Friday, November 25th

Tanger Outlet Center - Highway 17
10835 Kings Road
Myrtle Beach, SC
OPENS: 12:00am Friday, November 25th

Tanger Outlet Center - Highway 501
4635 Factory Stores Blvd
Myrtle Beach, SC
OPENS: 12:00am Friday, November 25th

The Market Common
4017 Deville Street
Myrtle Beach, SC
OPENS: 10:00am Friday, November 25th
Stay for the Tree Lighting Ceremony later that evening with free carriage rides, hot chocolate, live entertainment and more.

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Black Friday Store Ad Previews:

Bass Pro Shops
OPENS: 12:00am Friday, November 25th
Get your picture taken with Santa!
Preview Bass Pro Shop Sales

Belk
OPENS: 3:00am Friday, November 25th
Preview Belk Sales

Best Buy
Includes an outdoor 9pm FREE screening of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Part 2 on Thanksgiving night!
OPENS: 12:00am Friday, November 25th
Preview Best Buy Sales

Dick's Sporting Goods
OPENS: 5:00am Friday, November 25th
Preview Dick's Sporting Goods Sales

hhgregg
OPENS: 12:00am Friday, November 25th
Preview hhgregg Sales

JCPenney
OPENS: 4:00am Friday, November 25th
Preview JCPenney Sales

Kohl's
OPENS: 12:00am Friday, November 25th
Preview Kohl's Sales

Lowe's
OPENS: 5:00am Friday, November 25th
Preview Lowe's Sales

Old Navy
OPENS: 12:00am Friday, November 25th
Preview Old Navy Sales

Sears
OPENS: 4:00am Friday, November 25th
Preview Sears Sales

Target
OPENS: 12:00am Friday, November 25th
Preview Target's Sales

Toys R Us
OPENS: 12:00am Friday, November 25th
Preview Toys R Us Sales

Walmart
SALES START: 10:00pm Thursday, November 24th
Preview Walmart Sales

Labor Day Weekend is right around the corner which means The Caravelle is gearing up and planning for a fun-filled weekend. Below is what you can expect to find at the resort over the holiday!

The Caravelle Resort
Friday, September 2nd:
• Live Entertainment by Mark Ahern at the Marco Polo Pool Bar & Grill
Saturday, September 3rd:
• Kids activities throughout the day
• Live Entertainment by Mark Ahern at the Marco Polo Pool Bar & Grill
• Poolside buffet dinner
Monday, September 5th:
• Chief Kamu's Fire and Hula Show
• Poolside Luau Dinner

Mermaids will be at Ripley's Aquarium May 27-Sept. 5 at Broadway at the Beach in Myrtle Beach. Three underwater shows will be presented daily all summer long. Guests will have the opportunity to take pictures and interact with real mermaids after each show, and visit Ripley's Mermaid Boutique for makeovers and souvenirs. Visitors can also sign up for Mermaid Camps, where they can learn to swim with the mermaids. For more information, call Ripley's Aquarium at 843-916-0888.

In June 2011 Dixie Stampede Myrtle Beach Transforms into Pirates Voyage! The new adventure attraction will feature a buccaneer battle with a pirate feast and will receive over $11 million in production upgrades. Guests will experience the spirit and swashbuckling excitement of the pirates who called the Carolina Coast home. The Crimson and Sapphire pirates will battle each other on deck, in the water and in the sky above their full sized pirate ships in a 15-foot deep indoor lagoon. Audience members will cheer them on to see who will take the treasure.

Activities Easter Week

Friday - April 22, 2011 9:30 am Seashell Search Come walk the beach to find some fantastic Myrtle Beach Shells! 10:30 am Easter Crafts* Fee Varies Come see the variety of crafts we have for you to choose from! 11:30 am Splashtastic Pool Games Come join us for some exciting pool games! 12:30 pm Shirts to Dye For* $10 Pick you size and design. We'll wrap em' and dye em' for you 1:30 pm Beach Kickball Join us for this version of baseball but you use your feet! 2:30 pm Water Balloon Toss We'll fill them & you'll toss them in hopes of not breaking them. If the balloon pops it's your time to stop! See if you have the soft hands to win this challenge. 3:30 pm Beach Olympics Come join us for a wide range of games on the beach 4:30 pm Hula Hoop Competition How long can you keep the hula hoop spinning? Come try your skills!

Saturday - April 23, 2011 9:30 am Bunny Games Join us for some fun Easter themed games on the beach! 10:30 am Peter Cottontail Coloring Contest Showcase your coloring ability and you might win a prize! 11:30 am Easter Crafts* Fee Varies Come see the variety of crafts we have for you to choose from! 12:30 pm Easter Egg Hunt (Ages 5 and Under) Bring your basket and get ready to find the eggs!! 1:00 pm Easter Egg Hunt (Ages 6-8) Bring your basket and get ready to find the eggs!! 1:30 pm Easter Egg Hunt (Ages 9-12) Bring your basket and get ready to find the eggs!! 2:30 pm Stylish Hair Wraps* $1 per inch You pick the colors, we'll wrap your hair! 3:30 pm Egg-citing Face Painting Show off your spirit with this washable paint. 4:00 pm Easter Egg & Spoon Relay Can you balance your egg to the end? Lets find out!

Easter Brunch at the Santa Maria Restaurant
Sunday April 24, 2011 ~ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

** Soup & Salad **
Potato Soup
Fresh Garden Salad
Caesar Salad
Assorted Homemade Salads

** Appetizers **
Fresh Seasonal Fruit
Domestic Cheeses Tray
Fresh Vegetable Tray with Creamy Ranch Dip

** Stations **
Omelet & Waffle Station
Roast Beef Carving Table with Au Jus
Black Oak Ham with Creamy Horseradish Sauce

** Entrees and Sides **
Breakfast Sausage and Bacon
Grouper Oscar
Chicken Piccatta
Stuffed Pork Loin
Three Cheese Blend Macaroni & Cheese
Butter Parsley Potatoes
Fresh Vegetable Medley
Rice Pilaf
Cheese Grits

Plus a Chef's Assorted Dessert Table!

Call 843-918-0000 ext. 7011 ~ Reservations recommended
Adults $18.95, Children 5-10 $9.95, Children 4 & Under Eat FREE
Tax and Gratuity Not Included

Myrtle Beach has long been a favorite for vacationers from all over the United States, Canada and beyond and over that time Myrtle Beach has grown every year to become the most popular vacation destination on the east coast. 2010 introduced the heralded Myrtle Beach Boardwalk and 2011 appears to be a banner year in bringing a wide variety of new attractions, shows and more to Myrtle Beach, creating even more excitement for the coming year.

 

 

Check out the following exciting new things coming to the beach:

 

• Pirate's Voyage - Dolly Parton's long running Dixie Stampede is getting overtaken by pirates as the theater receives a whopping $11 million transformation. Pirate's Voyage is set to open in June of 2011 and will also be a dinner show like the Dixie Stampede did. Guests will experience the spirit and swashbuckling excitement of the pirates who called the Carolina coast home. The Crimson and Sapphire pirates battle each other on deck, in the water and in the sky above their full sized pirate ships in a 15-foot-deep indoor lagoon to the cheers and delight of their fans in the arena.

 

• Myrtle Beach SkyWheel - The 175 foot tall oceanfront SkyWheel is set to open in May, 2011 adjacent to the new Myrtle Beach Boardwalk. The SkyWheel will resemble a traditional ferris wheel, though its size will dwarf virtually all other rides of its kind in the United States. The wheel has been specifically designed to include 42 glass-enclosed, temperature controlled gondolas that could hold six to eight people.

 

• Wonderworks - After opening a Zipline and Ropes course in 2010, Wonderworks will complete the attraction in Spring, 2011. Called an "amusement park for the mind," Wonderworks brings its combination of education and entertainment to Broadway at the Beach in over 100 hands-on exhibits that will spark the imagination and stimulate the mind. Visitors to the attraction will enjoy a variety of experiences including being blown away by 74 mile per hour hurricane-force winds, maneuvering the controls of a NASA spacecraft to land the shuttle, lying on a bed of 3,500 nails, piloting a fighter jet, designing and riding a 360 degree virtual roller coaster, playing virtual sports and competing in a game of lazer-tag.

 

• Jimmy Buffett's Land Shark Bar & Grille - Following the overwhelming success of his popular Margaritaville Restaurant at Broadway at the Beach in Myrtle Beach, music legend Jimmy Buffett is bringing the Land Shark Bar & Grille to Myrtle Beach just off of the Boardwalk area near the aforementioned Myrtle Beach SkyWheel.

 

• Hooray for Hollywood at The Palace Theatre - The Palace Theatre has long been home to some of the most popular Broadway-style entertainment found anywhere and now Hollywood takes the stage at The Palace with Hooray for Hollywood, a new production featuring the most famous song and dance moments over the last 50 years of movie history. You will see film clips of your favorite movies, and then watch the action unfold, live on stage, as our wonderful cast of singers and dancers are joined by an eight piece live band.

 

• Legends In Concert - While the Legends In Concert tribute show has been a Myrtle Beach area favorite for a number of years, the show is making a move to the Broadway at the Beach area of Myrtle Beach in the space formerly occupied by Club Kryptonite, making the theater far more accessible to thousands of Myrtle Beach visitors. The hit show will continue its current format where five celebrity tribute acts ranging from Madonna to the Blues Brothers to Elvis to Cher and many others will rotate performances each night.

 

• Major League Baseball in Myrtle Beach - Professional baseball is no stranger to Myrtle Beach, with the Myrtle Beach Pelicans embarking on their 13th season of minor league baseball at BB&T Coastal Field. This year however the Pelicans have taken on a new affiliation with the American League champion Texas Rangers, and the Rangers are headed to Myrtle Beach to to play an exhibition game on March 29 at Coastal Field against Coastal Carolina University. Big league stars such as Todd Hamilton and former Pelican Elvis Andrus will bring a level of professional baseball never seen before in Myrtle Beach.

 

• The Pat Boone Theater - The recently announced theater opening will reside near Broadway at the Beach at the area formerly occupied by the Nascar Cafe and will feature a variety of live entertainment. The first act to sign with the theater is illusionist Morgan Strebler, who was given the 2011 Merlin Award, one of magic's top awards with past winners including David Copperfield and Siegfried & Roy. Strebler will perform 500 shows in 2011.