Time Is Running Out - Enter to Win Free Maintenance Fees!

There are only a few weeks left for you to enter to win payment of your next maintenance fee!  Sign up for the Maintenance Fee Monthly Payment Plan before the contest ends February 15th!
 
Calls have been pouring in since we announced the Monthly Maintenance Fee option, and we don’t want you to miss out on this exciting opportunity.  Call and register today at 1-888-913-4477!

What is the Monthly Maintenance Fee Plan?
The plan enables you to break your annual maintenance fee into easy-to-handle monthly payments.  Beginning in October of each year, maintenance fees are divided into 12 equal installments to be paid each month.  For example, if your maintenance fee is due in January 2015, your first payment is made with your choice of a credit card, debit card or checking account in October 2014.  Don't worry if October has already past.  You can start the monthly plan anytime!  Contact us for details.  When you enroll, you choose when your payment will be drafted each month: the 5th, 10th, 15th or 20th. A minimal $2 service fee is attached to each month’s payment.  You also have the option to pay in full at any time without penalty.  Simply contact the accounting department at 1-888-913-4477 to pay the remaining balance.

Imagine the freedom this gives you around the Holidays not to worry about a large payment coming due in January.  Additionally, when you switch to the Maintenance Fee Monthly Payment Plan you can begin planning your next vacation right away.  As soon as you enroll you're able reserve your next vacation immediately, instead of waiting until the full balance is paid.

It’s time to take advantage of this amazing offer!  To register, have your credit card, debit card or checking account with routing number ready and call 1-888-913-4477 between 8am and 4pm, Monday through Friday and ask for the Accounting Department.  Remember, the contest to win your next maintenance fee ends February 15th so sign up today!

AAA's Exciting Take on Myrtle Beach!

There is something for everyone in Myrtle Beach according to AAA's Go Magazine and we couldn't agree more!

We've always known that Myrtle Beach offers some of the best vacation options in the nation, and it's nice when other people notice too.  Here are a couple of articles from AAA to help you see why we think you'll love Myrtle Beach as much as we do!

Must See Attractions!

Myrtle Beach's SkyWheel at Night
Photo by Jason Barnette from Flickr 

"Everyone from families and retirees to party-hearty college kids can find plenty to do in Myrtle Beach, which is why it’s one of the most popular vacation destinations in the country, attracting about 14 million visitors each year.  Of course this means big crowds, particularly during the spring and summer, but that just adds to the city’s vibrant energy, especially along the iconic Myrtle Beach Boardwalk.  The area is bustling with souvenir shops, restaurants and parks.  Other popular destinations include Barefoot Landing and Broadway at the Beach, two sprawling complexes that both have dozens of shops and boutiques, along with nightclubs and live entertainment. 

Other must-see attractions along the 60-mile Grand Strand are Ripley’s Aquarium, one of the most visited attractions in South Carolina, and Myrtle Beach State Park, where you can enjoy the sandy beach, pavilions, picnic tables and a swimming pool.  (Plantation Resort provides complimentary passes to Myrtle Beach State Park.  Just stop by the front desk to request one.)

Go for a Spin: One of the newest attractions along the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk is the SkyWheel complex, which features a 200-foot Ferris wheel and multiple bars and restaurants."

Quiet Escape

"When you picture Myrtle Beach, think of families with kids or maybe a female-friendly escape, but you don’t have to venture too far out to find a quieter atmosphere still convenient to the city’s large-scale shopping amenities, such as Broadway at the Beach, where King Kong Sushi is a favorite dining destination, and groups always have fun requesting tunes at the Crocodile Rocks dueling piano bar.  Shopaholics will also appreciate the new Market Common, a pedestrian-friendly shopping complex featuring a 14-screen movie theater and a wide range of shopping and dining options.  Surfside Beach, just a few miles south, offers a little more room to spread out and proximity to the famed seafood dining of Murrells Inlet, a historic fishing village where restaurants including Drunken Jack’s and Nance’s are two of the area’s most famous options.  Try the nearby Gulfstream Café in Garden City, known for its spectacular salt-marsh views, where you can enjoy a cocktail on the upstairs deck before your meal."

We're so excited when we read that this article includes our beloved Surfside Beach!  This small town, where you'll find Plantation Resort, is Myrtle Beach's neighbor to the South and is a convenient location to visit Myrtle Beach and also indulge in all that Murrells Inlet and Garden City have to offer.  We definitely agree that the Myrtle Beach area offers some of the best vacation experiences and Plantation Resort welcomes you to stay with us where you're within a short driving distance of the best venues discussed in this article.  If you would like to learn more about making a reservation at Plantation Resort, call 1-800-845-5039.  We'd love to see you!

An Unforgettable Experience - A Romantice Horseback Ride on the Beach!

When vacationing at Plantation Resort in February, you may daydream about a romantic “walk on the beach” with your loved one.  Now imagine adding beautiful horses — what a wonderful way to give that special someone a unique Valentine’s Day experience that you'll always remember.  Two horse riding companies (listed below) in the Myrtle Beach area offer the experience of riding a horse along the shore. 

Both companies offer horseback riding through special trails not only along the beach but also through beautiful farms and country landscape where the experience will leave you with many wonderful memories.  Both companies require a few days notice for riding reservations.

Riding Companies in the Myrtle Beach Area:

Myrtle Beach Horse Rides 

•   A photographer takes complimentary pictures that will be available at the end of the ride.

•   Their beach trail runs from Garden City through Myrtle Beach (Nov. 1-Feb. 28).

•   Their farm trail takes you along a lake in Conway (Mar. 1-Oct. 31).

•    1.5 hour country farm lake ride is $60 per person.

•    1.5 hour beach ride is $85 per person.

•    Call 843-997-1876 for reservations and for directions on where to meet them.

Inlet Point Plantation

•    The Waites Island riding tour is located about 50 minutes drive North from Plantation Resort.

•    Learn more about such impressive historical figures as Billy the Kid and Blackbeard who made their mark on the island.  It was also home to Fort Randall during the Civil War.

•    There are a variety of packages available, including an hour sunset beach ride for $150 per person.

•    2 hour combination plantation and beach ride is $125 per person.

•    1 hour beach ride along Waites Island is $100 per person.

After a romantic ride on the beach, come home to Plantation Resort, where you can relax with your special someone on Valentine’s Day.  To reserve your romantic vacation with Plantation Resort, call 1-800-845-5039.  Hope to see you and your sweetheart soon!

Date Ideas in Myrtle Beach for Every Personality

Great Food + Fun Activity = Great Date

You’re here at Plantation Resort, staying for a romantic week with your sweetheart and you want to do something to really impress them.  Maybe you’ve brought your best friend and you want to show them a fun day of pampering to let them know how much you appreciate them.  Or maybe you came alone for some quality time with numero uno.  Whatever your goals are for Valentine’s Day, this list will give you some great ideas to start.  Click on any of the highlighted locations to go to their websites or for a map and directions.

What best describes your date?

For the Quiet Artist we suggest the following:

Brookgreen Gardens
Dinner at Brookgreen
Coccadotts for Dessert

Take a peaceful stroll with your loved one through the beloved Brookgreen Gardens (Click here for directions).  Your artistic sweetheart will surely be swept off their feet by these expansive gardens and elegant statues.  In February the special exhibits will be “Equine Spirit: The Horse in American Art,” “Sojun tu Gullah Geechee” and “The Oaks Plantation History and Nature Trail.”  Brookgreen also boasts the elegant Pavilion Restaurant so you don’t have to leave the Garden for your romantic dinner.  If you find yourself craving dessert, drive on over to Coccadotts’ to pick out some of their yummy cupcakes.  These tiny cakes are a work of art in themselves, and they taste even better than they look.

If your sweetie is the Adorably Dorky type, we know he or she will love these choices:

MagiQuest or WonderWorks
Magaritaville
Ole Fashion Ice Cream Parlor

You’ve found your prince or princess and you want to impress them with a full night of interactive fun.  Head to Broadway at the Beach where you can choose from a variety of engaging activities.  Try impressing your companion with your awesome wand waving skills at MagiQuest.  Here, you gain magic skills by performing quests with your personalized magic wand.  If science is more your darling’s speed, just head to the other end of Broadway where you will find WonderWorks (it’s the building that’s upside down).  Here you’ll find lots of interactive exhibits to bring out the wonder of your inner child, but you don’t have to be a child to appreciate how amazing these exhibits are.  Afterwards try any of the great restaurants at Broadway at the Beach.  We recommend Magaritaville.  You’ll surely love the fun atmosphere.  They’ve decorated the place with a giant hurricane, flying fish and full-sized boats and there’s even a balloon artist on staff who walks around on stilts creating your favorite animal. On your way back to the Resort, stop by the Ole Fashioned Ice Cream Parlor for a couple of sundaes (and don’t forget your 2-for-1 coupon from our welcome magazine).

If your date is Dashingly Romantic, try this:
Miyabi’s
Walk on the Beach

It’s cliché for a reason.  Long walks on the beach are classically romantic.  Stroll along the beach, arm in arm with your sweetheart and talk about the things that matter or simply walk listening to the waves gently rolling onto shore.  It’s a recipe for romance.   You have plenty of time to gaze into the horizon, contemplate the universe and maybe even fall in love.  For a great complement to this activity drive down to Murrell's inlet where you will find the exotic Miyabi’s Hibachi Grill where you watch a skilled chef prepare your food in a performance that will have you “oohing” and “ahhing” till you finish your meal.  Expect flames, flavor and fun.

Do you want to take out your Pampered Pals? Try visiting these places with them:

Shopping at Tanger Outlet
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
LA Nails
Salt Water Creek

Let Tanger Outlet take care of your shopping needs.  They have lots of great stores for clothes, kitchenware and more.  Satisfy your sweet tooth with a tantalizing treat from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory.  It's a great way to get you in the right mood for pampering.  After all that shopping your feet will love a soothing pedicure from LA Nails.  Be sure to show them your Plantation Resort room key and they’ll give you 10% off.  After you and your friend’s tootsies have received tender loving care, drive further south to Salt Water Creek for a casual dining experience.  Remember to bring your recreation pass for a free appetizer.

If your date is the Spry and Sporty type, we recommend this date:

Dagwoods
Runaway Bay Mini Golf

If you are looking for mini golf, you’ll find a variety of fantastical themes in the Myrtle Beach area.  Runaway Bay is a great venue for mini golf lovers.  Golf easily opens up opportunities for you or your darling to lean in and show the other person the "correct stance" for their golf swing.  After a great afternoon of golf, you can stop by Dagwood's on your way back to Plantation Resort.  At Dagwood’s, the game is always on.  Each booth has a television where you can turn to your favorite sports channel and share your favorite game with your favorite person.  If you get back to the Resort and you haven't had enough golf, try out the Golf Clinic where a championship golf pro can help you with your swing.

To make your romantic getaway complete, there's nothing better than a stay at charming Plantation Resort.  To find out how you can reserve your stay, call 1-800-845-5039.  We look forward to making your Valentine's vacation with us a memorable one!