Money Saving Tips for Your North Myrtle Beach Vacation

With a recessed economy, Americans seem to be a lot more concerned with how much they are getting for their money. People are shopping around for the best deals on everything, and summer vacation is no different. After researching flights and accommodations to an exotic overseas location, you will be relieved to see what it costs for a vacation to North Myrtle Beach. For roughly the cost of a single plane ticket, you can drive your entire family to the east coast, luggage and all. And no long lines, crowded terminals, or security hassles!

Accommodations in North Myrtle Beach may be your biggest expense, but by staying across the street from the beach or in one of our channel homes, you could save hundreds on your vacation. Eating at the area’s famous seafood restaurants every night can get expensive fast, so plan to buy fresh fish and shrimp at a seafood market and cook it at your rental property. You can feed your whole family for a third of what you would pay at a big seafood buffet. If you do go out for dinner, ask around about the best places to eat. There’s no need to spend up to $30 per person at a “tourist trap” restaurant.

Bike rentals are readily available around town, so unless you plan on driving long distances, consider renting bicycles for the kids or even the whole family to get around. This could save a few bucks on gas, and also adds freedom for each person to come and go as they please.

Myrtle Beach has great tourist attractions, but if you have already seen them you might skip the expense and opt for a movie rental, mini golf, Pelicans baseball game, or any of the free activities in the Grand Strand. Take advantage of free fireworks displays and live entertainment throughout the summer. Also, check online event calendars for things to do each day you’re here. Remember, North Myrtle Beach’s most popular attraction (the beach) is always free!

Another great way to save money is by coming prepared. Make a checklist of everything you will need for vacation and don’t leave the house until each item is checked off. Double-check your supplies so you don’t have to stop for sunscreen or towels on the way to the beach. Ask an Ocean Drive Beach Rentals staff member for additional tips when you check in. We’ll even give you coupons and automatic savings with our Endless Fun Club!

By Brandon Moss of Ocean Drive Beach Rentals

New Featured Properties

At Ocean Drive Beach Rentals, we are always adding new and exciting properties to our inventory. We only choose the best rentals we can find for every family size and budget. Two new properties have recently joined the Ocean Drive rental program, and we are pleased to offer them to guests who choose to spend their vacation in North Myrtle Beach!

Carolina Reef 703 is a one bedroom condo located near 15th Ave South on Ocean Boulevard. The light blue interior and contemporary décor welcome you as you step into your perfect vacation getaway. Plenty of room for four people, a full kitchen, new furniture, and a big balcony are featured, along with the unlimited free ocean views you get with each oceanfront unit! Cool off in the on-site pool, or warm up on the beach sand, just steps away from your condo.

Carolina Reef 703

Verandas 807 is a large two bedroom condo near Main St. This unit is currently being updated with new flooring and décor! In addition to the great location, there is plenty of room for a larger family or a few couples. This unit is on the side of the building, offering views of both the sprawling Atlantic and the Ocean Drive area. If it’s the beach you want, just take the elevator downstairs and you’re there.

Like all of our rentals, when you reserve one of these properties you have automatic access to all the benefits of being an Ocean Drive Beach Rentals guest. Take advantage of savings through our exclusive Endless Fun Club, where area restaurants and businesses offer you a special perk just for staying with us. We are also hard at work preparing for the summer season with irresistible deals and specials, so call us today to plan your vacation!

By Brandon Moss of Ocean Drive Beach Rentals

Save with our Endless Fun Club Program!

Ocean Drive Beach Rentals strives to make every vacation memorable and fun for each of our guests. As we ensure that your time spent on the beach is the best it can be, we constantly look out for ways that guests can save money while they’re here. Last year we created the Endless Fun Club, which offers special discounts at participating businesses and restaurants, just by showing an Ocean Drive Beach Rentals room key. This year, we are adding more and more businesses to our Endless Fun Club to make sure we are the leader in accommodating vacationing families. We’d like to welcome Mykonos Greek Restaurant and Preston’s Seafood Buffet to our program. We are also going to be selling discounted tickets to the new WonderWorks museum in Myrtle Beach.

The famous WonderWorks' "upside - down building"

As we grow the number of partnerships with area businesses, we welcome any suggestions from past guests. Is there a business you frequent while you’re on vacation? Let us know on our Facebook page where you’d like to have a discount or special perk in the North Myrtle Beach area!

Also, be on the lookout for new attractions and restaurants joining the Endless Fun Club. Check out our full list of participants under the “specials” tab on our website, and keep these places in mind the next time you’re here. We love providing unparalleled service to our guests!

By Brandon Moss of Ocean Drive Beach Rentals