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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.
SANTA PHOTOS
• Photos with Santa at Coastal Grand Mall Nov. 13 - Dec. 24 (Excluding Thanksgiving Day)
• Pet Photo Nights with "Santa Paws" at Coastal Grand Mall Every Tuesday Night in November ~ 7:00pm - 9:00pm
• Photos with Santa Claus at Inlet Square Mall Nov. 20 - Dec. 24 ~ Hours will vary, please call 843.651.6990 for details.
• Santa on Vacation at Myrtle Beach State Park - Get your picture taken with Santa on the beach! Nov. 27 ~ 1:00pm - 4:00pm More Information
• Pet Photo Nights with "Santa Claws" at Inlet Square Mall Nov. 29 - Dec. 20 ~ 5:00pm - 8:00pm
• FREE Photos with Santa at Barefoot Landing Dec. 4, 11, 18 ~ Noon - 3:00pm More Information
BREAKFASTS WITH SANTA (Reservations Suggested)
• Breakfast with Santa at Inlet Square Mall Nov. 20 ~ 10:00am - Noon More Information
• Breakfast with Santa at Tommy Bahama's Restaurant & Bar, Market Common Nov. 27 ~ 9:00am - 11:00am More Information
• Breakfast with Santa at Gordon Biersch, Market Common Dec. 4 ~ 9:00am - 11:00am More Information
• Breakfast with Santa at Wild Wing Cafe, Barefoot Landing Dec. 4 ~ 8:00am - 11:00am More Information
• Breakfast with Santa at Ultimate California Pizza, Market Common Dec. 11 ~ 9:00am - 11:00am More Information
• Surfside Beach's Breakfast with Santa at Ryan's Dec. 18 ~ 9:00am - 10:30am More Information
• Breakfast with Santa at Travinia Italian Kitchen, Market Common Dec. 18 ~ 9:00am - 11:00am More Information
TREE LIGHTING CEREMONIES
• Broadway at the Beach's 16th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Nov. 20 ~ 6:00pm - 8:00pm. More Information
• 3rd Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Cermeony at Market Common Nov. 26 ~ 5:30pm - 7:00pm. More Information
• Town of Surfside Beach's Christmas Tree Lighting Dec. 2 ~ 7:00pm. More Information
• North Myrtle Beach Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Dec. 3 ~ 6:00pm. More Information
HOLIDAY PARADES
• North Myrtle Beach Annual Christmas Parade Dec. 4 ~ 5:30pm More Information
• Broadway at the Beach Holiday Parade Dec. 4 ~ 11:00am More Information
• Surfside Beach's Christmas Parade Dec. 11 ~ 2:00pm - 5:00pm More Information
• Conway Christmas Parade Dec. 11 ~ 10:00am - Noon More Information
HOLIDAY SHOWS
• Alabama Theatre's "The South's Grandest Christmas Show" - Nov. 1 - Jan. 1, 2011
The South's Grandest Christmas Show will instill the true meaning of Christmas in your family with its combination of traditional Christmas classics and contemporary holiday favorites. The South's Grandest Christmas Show is a southern family tradition on the Grand Strand with visitors and locals returning year after year.
• Christmas on Ice at The Palace Theatre - Nov. 1 - Dec. 31
Featuring previous Winter Olympic Skaters, the best high Kicking Dancers this side of New York and all your favorite Christmas songs sung by the best of Broadway and London's West End in one big magical Holiday Season Show.
HOLIDAY ATTRACTIONS & EVENTS
• Synthetic Ice Skating Rink at The Market Common - Dec. 18 - Jan. 2, 2011
Enjoy the synthetic ice skating rink from 10am-6pm every day from 12/18 until 1/2 (except Christmas Eve & Christmas Day). $7 donations to the Red Cross for All You Can Skate or spend $50 in our stores or restaurants and skate for FREE! Show your receipts in the park for the free ice skating voucher.
• Nights of a Thousand Candles at Brookgreen Gardens - Dec. 3-4, 10-11, & 16-18
Brookgreen's celebrated holiday festival with thousands of candles, lights and live entertainment from 3:00pm to 10:00pm.
• Let it Snow! at Market Common - Nov. 27 - Dec. 18
Every Saturday from November 27 until December 18 will feature SNOW on the live Christmas Tree in front of Grand 14 Cinema!
• Conway Main Street Holiday Open House - Dec. 2, 9, 16 ~ 5:00am - 9:00pm
Carolers stroll the sidewalks and Santa's helpers serve hot chocolate and cookies to all. A visit with Sana or a sing-a-long sleigh ride will be sure to put you in the Christmas spirit.
• The 12 Improv Games of Christmas at Carolina Improv Company - Nov. 26, 27, Dec. 3,4,10,11,17,18,22,23
Carolina Improv Company @ Uptown, Myrtle Beach Mall This unscripted audience-interactive comedy is created from audience suggestions about the holidays.
The Caravelle Resort
Thursday, November 24th from 11:00am - 2:30pm
at the Santa Maria Restaurant
Appetizers
Fresh Fruit
Domestic Cheese Tray
Salami Horns
Pesto Deviled Eggs
Peel & Eat Shrimp
Soups & Salads
Potato soup
Pasta Salad
Herb Tomato Salad
Tossed Salad
Potato Salad
Stations
Omelet & Waffle
Carving: featuring- Slow Cooked Prime Rib & Black Oak Ham
Entrees & Sides
Roasted Turkey
Chicken Marsalas
Grouper Piccatta
Stuffing w/gravy
Rice Pilaf
Fresh Veggie Medley
Macaroni & Cheese
Cheese Grits
Bacon
Sausage
Dinner Rolls
Dessert
Chef Mike's Assorted Dessert Table
Call: 843-918-7011: Reservations Recommended
Price:
$23.95 ~ Adults
$11.95 ~ Seniors
$11.95 ~ Children 4-10 years
Free ~ Children 3 & under
(Prices do not include taxes and gratuities)
You may also email your reservation request to: adminassistant@thecaravelle.com
Fall is one of the most beautiful times to visit Myrtle Beach, with delightful weather, seasonal traditions and, maybe best of all, fall festivals.
Myrtle Beach comes alive on the weekends (and sometimes during the week) with celebrations of food, culture, crafts, and more.
So while your leaves are falling come and enjoy some of these fantastic festivals.
OCTOBER
Ocean Boulevard's Oktoberfest '10 - October 9, 2010
Authentic German Food, Beer & Wine, an Alcohol-Free Kids Zone with Inflatables and Street Performers, A Bratwurst Eating Contest, The Channelheimer Oompah Band, and an Amazing Fireworks Display! And FREE live concerts all day!
Scheduled performers include Lee Travis & the Bounty Hunters, The Mullets, Machine Gun, American Aquarium, Bloodkin, Passafire, Carolina Liar, Cowboy Mouth, and the Channelheimer Oompah Band filling in between acts.
Where: Ocean Boulevard between Eighth Avenue North and Mr. Joe White Avenue Myrtle Beach
Cost: FREE
Little River Shrimp & Jazz Fest - October 9 - 10, 2010
Located on the historic waterfront in beautiful Little River, this festival provides a family oriented party that is fun for all ages. Entertainment includes arts and crafts vendors, live Jazz music all day and a famous Shrimp Cookoff. Join us for the fun, home town atmosphere only found in Little River!
Where: Little River Waterfront
Cost: $4
10th Annual Cruise To The Coast Classic Car Show - October 9, 2010
A car enthusiast's dream - a day at Barefoot Landing with the Classic Car Show! See styles of all brands, from years gone by. From Fords to Chevys, and everything else, you'll enjoy the history and the beauty of these old cars.
Where: Barefoot Landing, Myrtle Beach
Cost: FREE
Hyman Vineyards Bacchus Festival & Harvest Gala - October 8 - 9, 2010
Celebrate Nature, Wine & Vine in the Bacchus tradition. Music, Crafts, Food & Fun, Taste our handcrafted muscadine wines, Tour the vineyard, Learn about the art of winemaking & wine blending. Barbecue Cook-off & Judging, Master Gardener Clinic, Lucy Look-alike contest.
Where: Hyman Vineyards, 6027 Old Bucksville Road, Conway, SC
Cost: Admission is free, and food and beverages will be sold a la carte.
Fifth Annual Gaither Fest in Myrtle Beach - October 8 - 9, 2010
Make plans for Gaither Fest 2010 at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center and enjoy two evenings of concerts and a Saturday morning worship service featuring a power-packed line-up of the finest voices in gospel music.
Where: Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Cost: Two-day ticket $90 ages 13 and older, otherwise $30
Waccamaw Arts and Crafts Guild 37th Annual Art in the Park - October 10 - 11, 2010
The Waccamaw Arts and Crafts Guild will hold its 37th Annual Art in the Park on Oct, 10 and 11, 2009, from 9am-4pm both days in Chapin Park, 1400 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, SC. The event is free and open to the public.
The event will feature works by over 60 artists from the East Coast and as far away as Tennessee with about 20 of those artists from the local Myrtle Beach area. Typical art will include original paintings, woodworking, photography, jewelry, fabric, glass, metal, pottery and stone.
Where: Chapin Park, 1400 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach
Cost: FREE
Taste of the Town 2010 - October 12, 2010
St. Andrew Catholic School of Myrtle Beach hosts one of the most popular social and culinary events in Myrtle Beach. Delight your palate with samplings of specialty menu items from 50 plus area restaurants!
In addition, the event will feature live entertainment from U-N-I jazz band, Dino's TV Variety Show tribute artists, and the Soul Function Band.
Where: Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Cost: $5 in advance (at HTC stores and the school, 3601 N. Kings Highway), $6 at door for ages 15 and older; free ages 14 and younger with adult
Brookgreen Gardens' Harvest Home Festival - October 16 - 17, 2010
Join Brookgreen Gardens for two days filled with live entertainment and outdoor activities! The scarecrow-building contest, hay rides, and pumpkin painting patch are just a few of the events that make this a terrific fall festival!
Where: Brookgreen Gardens, U.S. 17, between Murrells Inlet and Litchfield Beach
Cost: Free with garden admission, which lasts for seven days: $12 ages 13-64, $10 ages 65 and older, $6 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and younger. Get $1 off garden admission (up to 4 adults per card) by showing your VMB Card. Click for details
31st Annual Loris Bog Off Festival - October 16, 2010
Celebrates Chicken Bog, a favorite local chicken and rice dish. Each year a cooking contest is held for the best chicken bog chef 30,000 attendees expected.
Where: Main Street in Loris
Cost: FREE
21st Annual Wooden Boat Show - October 16, 2010
An estimated 100 classic wooden boats will be displayed in Georgetown, SC, in the water, along the riverfront boardwalk and along historic Front Street for this event hosted by Harbor Historical Association.
Vessels ranging in size from kayaks to yachts will be exhibited in 11 categories: row, canoe, kayak, surfboard, sail, inboard power, outboard power, classic sail built prior to 1960, classic power built prior to 1960, owner designed and built, and century class (100 years or older). Proceeds benefit a fund for the development of the association's maritime museum.
Where: Front Street in downtown Georgetown
Cost: Free
Myrtle Beach Train Show - October 16 - 17, 2010
Grand Strand Modelrailroaders Inc. are holding a model train show. Vendors, Operating layouts: O, HO, N-Scale. On Site Food. Door Prizes. Fun for kids of all ages.
Where: 5837 S. Kings Hwy. Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577
Seacoast Artist Guild 7th Annual Show & Sale - October 16 - 23, 2010
The show will consist of work by pro- & non-pro local accomplished & award winning artists. Categories include Collage, Painted Media (Acrylic, mixed Media, Pastel, Oil & Watercolor), Photography & 3-D art.
Where: Inlet Square Mall, Myrtle Beach
Cost: FREE
30th Annual N.C. Oyster Festival - October 17, 2010
A celebration of oysters, and the abundance of them found in the coastal waters of Brunswick County! The North Carolina Oyster Festival is attended by over 30,000 people including locals and visitors. 2010 will mark the 30th anniversary of the festival, which will be hosted by the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce.
Where: On the island of Ocean Isle Beach on 2nd Street (beside the Museum of Coastal Carolina).
Cost: Admission is only $5 and free for children under the age of 8.
Wine Festival at The Market Common - October 23, 2010
Wine Festival at Valor Park in The Market Common. Enjoy the fall weather with live music and wine tastings!
Where: Valor Park, The Market Common, Myrtle Beach
North Myrtle Beach Endless Summmer Festival - October 30, 2010
A street festival celebrating Endless Summer in North Myrtle Beach. 10,000+ people enjoyed arts, crafts, food and live entertainment from local, regional & national recording artists. Summer Never Ends in North Myrtle Beach. 5,000 attendees expected.
Where: Main Street in North Myrtle Beach
Cost: FREE
Broadway at the Beach Holiday Harvest Festival - October 21 - 24 & 28 - 31, 2010
NOVEMBER
29th Annual Dickens Christmas Show and Festivals - November 11 - 14, 2010
The Dickens Christmas Show and Festivals is an authentic re-creation of 19th century London with all the color, warmth and merriment of Christmas during the time of Charles Dickens. Attendees are magically transported back in time to an enchanting Victorian Holiday Marketplace complete with more than 350 period clad vendors, hawking everything from fine arts and crafts, gifts, Christmas Décor and toys.
Where: Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Cost: $8 ages 13 and older, $4 ages 2-12; multiday pass $12.
41st Annual S.C. State Bluegrass Festival - November 25 - 27, 2010
Three days of music with more than 20 live acts scheduled make for the biggest weekend of the year for local bluegrass fans. Highlights from the performance schedule include Larry Sparks and The Lonesome Ramblers, Ralph Stanley and The Clinch Mountain Boys, The Grascals, Dailey & Vincent, J.D. Crowe & The New South and Doyle Lawson & Quicksilver.
Where: Myrtle Beach Convention Center
Cost: Daily $35 general admission and $40 reserved seating for ages 14 and older, or $85 and $95, respectively, for a three-day pass; $20/$25 daily for ages 6-13, or $45/$50 for three-day pass
The Nutcracker Fair at The Market Common - November 27 - 28, 2010
The Nutcracker Fair is a fundraising event for the Coastal Youth Ballet Theatre. It is a fun Thanksgiving weekend event that will usher in the holiday season featuring an array of retail and food vendors as well as activities for children and entertainment for everyone.
Where: The Market Common, Myrtle Beach
There are also many other things to do!
Check our events page often for more exciting events!
The Hot Summer Nights program has kicked off in Myrtle Beach this week and offers some great family fun at the beach. The program runs into August and offers five nights of great activities at Plyler Park in the heart of Myrtle Beach. The schedule is:
Sunday Nights
7 pm - 10 pm (through August 16)
Street performers, caricatures, balloon artists, stilt walkers, face painting, jugglers and more.
Monday Nights
7 pm - 10 pm (through August 17)
Kids Carnival - Kid friendly fun, including inflatable jumping rooms
Tuesday and Saturday Nights
8 pm - 12 am (through September 5)
Oceanfront Concert Series - Jazz, Reggae, Rock, Pop, Country and R&B
Wednesday Nights
9:30 pm (through August 19)
Fireworks Night - billed as the Beach's Biggest and Best Fireworks Display
Click Here for more information and the concert series schedule.
Warm, beautiful weather, soothing waves massaging your feet, and a day of enjoyment is in your future if you plan on visiting Myrtle Beach. Myrtle Beach offers a wealth of recreation, entertainment, dining and shopping opportunities. Of course, the Atlantic Ocean is the number one attraction and the reason so many families visit Myrtle Beach year after year. Whether you are fifteen or seventy-five there is something that will interest you in Myrtle Beach. Best of all, Myrtle Beach allows you to get away from home and take some time to sit back and relax. Myrtle Beach is located along the eastern shoreline of South Carolina, which is a coast to the Atlantic Ocean. It is seated about 140 miles southeast of the capital city of Columbia and is about 180 miles south of Charlotte, North Carolina (Driving Distances to Myrtle Beach). Myrtle Beach has become a vast tourist attraction mainly because of the ocean and the weather. According to the Myrtle Beach Resort, the beach area is expected to have two-hundred or more days of sunshine per year. Compared to the Midwest and other areas of the United States, the Myrtle Beach area has a very comfortable temperature year round. Myrtle Beach family resorts offer something for every member of your family. Beautiful beaches, scrumptious food, fun-filled amusement parks, unique shops, award winning golf, and historic sites, and new adventures are around every corner. I strongly recommend taking a trip to Myrtle Beach and the beautiful waters of the Atlantic Ocean, if you are looking for a great place to vacation. From first hand experience, I can guarantee you and your family will enjoy every fun-filled moment during your stay in paradise.
