Wednesday, June 27, 2012

July 4th Events in Myrtle Beach

There are many events taking place in Myrtle Beach to celebrate the July 4th holiday. You’ll be in the heart of the action when you stay in these Myrtle Beach SC resorts and the prices are affordable with the specials they have on them. You can see the firework displays from the balcony of these Myrtle Beach SC resorts too. Following are some things taking place on Wednesday the 4th of July.

Come watch the parade in Murrells Inlet. The 29th Annual July 4th Boat Parade kicks off at 10 a.m. from Garden City Point. The parade theme is "Red, White & View! Inlet-style Tried and True." Follow the parade to the Murrells Inlet Marshwalk and then down the Murrells Inlet shoreline down to the Hot Fish Club. 

The 19th Annual North Myrtle Beach Fireworks Display will take place at the Cherry Grove Fishing Pier starting at 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 4th.

The Barefoot Landing fireworks exhibit will be held at 10:15 p.m. Wednesday. This shopping and entertainment complex in North Myrtle Beach offers a myriad shops, restaurants and more to entertain you on your vacation.

Check out the Surfside Beach Fourth of July Celebration that promises loads of fun for the whole family. The Independence Day Celebration will be held from 6-10 p.m. Wednesday, July 4 at 13 North Ocean Blvd.

Murrells Inlet Marshwalk restaurants will have a spectacular fireworks display shot off from the end of the Veterans Pier at 10:00 p.m. on the fourth.

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Bringing a Baby On a Beach Vacation

Summer time is here and with that comes beach vacations. If you’re facing a vacation with a baby on board this summer you should know about such things as flotation swimsuits, flotation belts and reusable and disposable swim diapers.

Here are some tips about bringing your baby on a beach vacation. You’ll discover many rentals that are suitable for a family with a baby so take your time and look around.
  • Plan ahead. If you’re flying to the area be sure to schedule your flights during your baby’s normal nap time.
  •  Keep on schedule. Maintain the same schedule you have at home as closely as you can while on vacation.
  • Ask about accommodations. Do your accommodations provide sleeping arrangements for a baby? Is there a crib provided? Also ask about car seats with the airline and the car rental agency. Do you need to use one to fly?
  • Stay calm. Don’t stress out preparing for your trip because the baby will sense that and be on edge.
  • Just do less. Babies can be easygoing if Mom stays calm and you don’t try to do too much. Make sure the baby takes naps in quiet and comfortable surroundings like at home.
  •  Use sunscreen. Keep babies protected when in the sun. Dress them in disposable swim diapers and flotation swimwear before going to the beach. Use beach umbrellas or tents. Apply sunscreen to any areas of skin showing.