Hotel Blue News

Dinosaurs invade Ripley’s Aquarium, Myrtle Beach with the opening of new exhibit!

“Dinosaurs – When Giants Ruled!” Exclusive exposition explores the most incredible animals ever to inhabit the Earth.                                

Help Hotel Blue Beachfront Resort Support Backpack Buddies to Feed Area Children

The Backpack Buddies Program assists over 2,000 Myrtle Beach area children in need by providing packages of food to take home on Friday so that they have food to eat over the weekend. Contribute $1, $5 OR $10 at the time of booking to the Backpack Buddies Program from March 1st - April 30th and Hotel Blue Beachfront Resort will make a matching contribution!

Resort Blog - Visit Travinia Italian Kitchen at Market Common with your VMB Card!

Travinia Italian Kitchen is a very nice restaurant located in The Market Common area of Myrtle Beach.

Resort Blog - Celebrate Valentine's Day at Hotel Blue in Myrtle Beach!

I love the holidays, any excuse to decorate! I look forward to them because we always do something special at the resort. This year Valentine's Day falls on a Tuesday so we have decided to have a month long Valentine's celebration!

FREE Ticket Offers all Spring Long at Hotel Blue Beachfront Resort!

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 Hotel Blue Beachfront Resort can now book your vacation and tickets to Myrtle Beach's most popular live show - Alabama Theatre's ONE: The Show - at an incredible deal.

Help Hotel Blue Support Toys For Tots This Christmas

Hotel Blue 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 Hotel Blue 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.

New Year's Eve Celebrations

Why not spend New Year's Eve in Myrtle Beach this year? Live it up at 2001 Nightclub and attend their 4-Day Party from December 28 - 31st, or party at a variety of clubs at Broadway at the Beach. Buy tickets with your reservation for $30. Includes admission, champagne toasts and more! Full party details at the link.

Black Friday in Myrtle Beach

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.

Pirates Voyage Opens in Myrtle Beach on June 3rd!

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. You won't want to miss this exciting new attraction!

Mermaids Coming to Ripley's!

Mermaids will be at Ripley's Aquarium May 27-Sept. 5 at Broadway at the Beach in Myrtle Beach.

Come Mixx It Up at Hotel Blue!

The warm weather has arrived and Mixx is open for business.

May is on the Way!

The weather is getting really nice here in Myrtle Beach. Read more to find out why one of our employees is excited about the good weather!

We Love Easter at Hotel Blue

Easter is a wonderful time of year, and we are especially excited for Easter this year at Hotel Blue. Read more to find out why.

Myrtle Beach Area Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Canadian-American Days

This March, the Myrtle Beach area is celebrating the 50^th Anniversary of the destination’s annual Canadian-American Days by welcoming Canadian and American visitors with a lineup of fun events, giveaways, discounts and concerts taking place along the Grand Strand.

2011 to Offer a Wide Variety of New Attractions in Myrtle Beach!

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.

VMB Card Offers

As a guest of Hotel Blue, you're entitled to some of the best savings on the beach with our VMB Card! All Hotel Blue guests receive a VMB Card at check in, which is your ticket to great deals at the hottest area attractions, theatres, restaurants and more... click to check out just a few of our many great offers!

Holiday Events in Myrtle Beach

The holiday season is a great time to visit Myrtle Beach. Whether you're looking for shopping, holiday events, shows, or fun activities Myrtle Beach has everything you are looking for in a relaxed, laid-back beach setting. Here is a list of great holiday activities that are sure to get you into the spirit of the holidays! And don't forget to view our events calendar for an expanded list of festivities!

Halloween Bash at Captain's Quarters Resort!

You're invited to a "monster" of a Halloween Party at our sister property Captain's Quarters Resort (901 South Ocean Boulevard, Myrtle Beach, SC). on Saturday, October 30 from 5pm - 7pm!

Golf Magazine Ranks 3 Myrtle Beach Golf Courses Among Top 100

Golf Magazine unveiled its biennial ranking of America’s best public courses and the best each state has to offer in its September issue, and the Myrtle Beach area was, again, well represented.

Biggest Loser coming to Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach Chosen to Kick Off NBC's 5K and One Mile Biggest Loser Challenge. Biggest Loser trainer Bob Harper and other past contestants to participate in inaugural event on September 25.

Come Enjoy the New Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

The 1.2 mile long boardwalk took almost nine months and seven million dollars to build. Located along the beach between the 14th street pier and 2nd street pier the walkway is directly on the beach and provides a spectacular view of the water.

The new structure is used for festivals and celebrations all summer long including the Hot Summer Nights Celebration which includes live concerts, and fireworks. The boardwalk provides oceanfront views of the pristine beach line, numerous shops and restaurants along its path, and is divided into three different sections.

A Stroll Down the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk

The Myrtle Beach boardwalk and promenade is a beautiful oceanfront destination for shopping, dining, strolling, and playing.

Nights of a Thousand Candles

Brookgreen Gardens popular holiday festival.

Dickens Christmas Show & Festivals Week

Located at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center, the Dickens Christmas Show & Festival has 350 booths with arts and crafts with one-of-a-kind gifts, clothing, toys, gourmet foods, antiques and much, much more!

South Carolina State Bluegrass Festival

The Myrtle Beach Convention Center hosts the South Carolina State Bluegrass Festival for foot-stomping fun!

Ice Skating in Valor Park at Market Common

Visit Market Common from December 19th to January 3rd for ice skating in Valor Park! The synthetic ice skating rink is an eco-friendly rink that does not use electricity or water, but skaters can use real ice skates!

Pelicans vs. Kinston Indians

Minor League Baseball: 7/30/2009, 8/1/2009, 8/2/2009

Beach Night Life

Learn about the amazing journey of the loggerhead sea turtles nesting along South Carolina’s coast, and discover the creatures most active at night and those which make life in the ocean unique. All children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a "Kid Friendly" Event.

NEW FABULOUS 50'S FESTIVAL

Golf Tournament, Sock Hop, and much more.

Weeki Wachee Mermaids visit Ripley's Aquarium

The world famous mermaids will perform 4 times a day over the three day period.
This is a "Kid Friendly" Event.

Pelicans vs. Wilmington Blue Rocks

Minor League Baseball: 7/21/2009, 7/22/2009, 7/23/2009

Mustang Week 2009

More information about the weeklong events can be found at www.MustangWeek.com

WWE RAW SummerSlam Tour

WWE RAW Live slams into Florence, SC with all your favorite superstars: John Cena, Triple H, Randy Orton, Big Show, MVP, Matt Hardy and other Raw wrestlers for one night only at the WWE RAW SummerSlam Tour. *card subject to change. Just a short distance from the beach!

Pelicans vs. Winston-Salem

Minor League Baseball: 7/18/2009, 7/19/2009, 7/20/2009

Dr. Holmes B. Springs Jr. Golf Tournament

Benefit Golf Tournament to help subsidize counseling for individuals and families in crisis.

CMSC's FREE Fun Friday!

Enjoy FREE admission to educational and interactive exhibits pizza , balloon art, crafts, games and special entertainment! CMSC gives back to the community by sponsoring these community nights each year. This is a "Kid Friendly" Event.

Broadway’s 14th Birthday Celebration

Live bands in Celebrity Square (Saturday Night) Free Birthday Cake & Balloons at Center Court (Late Saturday Afternoon) Fireworks on Saturday 10pm Mascot Parade Free Broadway at the Beach Prince Sparks while supplies last. This is a "Kid Friendly" Event.

The National Father & Son Team Classic

Each summer Myrtle Beach hosts the largest father and son golf event in the world. 1,600 families will visit the Grand Strand enjoying the competitive spirit.

Hip Hop dance Workshop with B5

Dance Junkeez is a Hip Hop Master Dance Workshop being taught by, Masters of the Dance - B5. This is popular, music video-type hip hop dance. It is choreographed, professional training from experienced, well-trained, dancers. This is a "Kid Friendly" Event.

The 2009 Great American Mud Race Series

STREET TRUCK WARS MUD BOG HILL AND HOLE MONSTER TRUCKS FLAT TRACK DRAG STRIP COVERED BLEACHERS, CLEAN MODERN RESTROOMS, FREE PARKING MEET THE DRIVERS, RV AND TENT CAMPING ONLY $10 -12/U FREE DIRECTIONS CALL 843.431.9008

Pelicans vs. Potomac Nationals

Minor League Baseball: 7/7/2009, 7/8/2009, 7/9/2009

Beach Discovery Walk

Join Reserve staff for a guided Discovery Walk. Learn about shells, sand dunes, geology, tides, and beach inhabitants of a barrier island. All children must be accompanied by an adult. This is a "Kid Friendly" Event.

The Market Common Independence Day Celebration

Enjoy music, children's activities and fireworks as we celebrate our Independence!

Independence Day Celebration at the Surfside Pier

On Stage 6-9 PM Surfside Beach's own "Garth",Steve Fairchild, Moon bounce/slide combination, children free. Concessions available- hot dogs, hamburgers, chips & drinks. Free ice cream & watermelon. Professional fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. over the ocean. This is a "Kid Friendly" Event.

Battleship Blast

At 9:05pm the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA hosts the 13th Annual "BATTLESHIP BLAST" fireworks spectacular.

Pelicans vs. Salem Red Sox

Minor League Baseball: 7/2/2009, 7/3/2009, 7/4/2009, 7/5/2009

Star Spangled Celebration

Celebrate Independence Day with face painting, sidewalk sales, patriotic & beach music and fireworks.

SUMMER EVENTS IN MYRTLE BEACH

These events are happening all summer long in Myrtle Beach, from fireworks to exhibits there is always something to do.

Myrtle Beach State Park Events

Myrtle Beach State Park always has fun activities for families visiting the Beach. learn about sharks, crabs, sea turtles, and more!

Location: Myrtle Beach State Park 4401 South Kings Highway, Myrtle Beach, SC 29575
Phone: 843-238-0874
Web: www.myrtlebeachsp.com

Carolina Opry Shows

View a list of shows this July at the Carolina Opry.

Live Performance - Gabbie Rae as "Hannah Montana"

Gabbie Rae as "Hannah Montana" or performing other Pop DisneyTunes.

Live Performance - Jimmy Buffet music by Paul Black

Jimmy Buffet music by Paul Black

House of Blues

July Events at the House of Blues. Visit http://www.houseofblues.com/venues/clubvenues/myrtlebeach/ for more information about the Myrtle Beach House of Blues.

Alabama Theatre

July Shows at the Alabama Theatre. Visit http://www.alabama-theatre.com/06/calendar/index.php?year=2009&month=7 for more information about the Alabama Theatre in Myrtle Beach.

The Palace Theatre

July Shows at The Palace Theatre. Visit http://www.palacetheatremyrtlebeach.com/ for more information about The Palace Theatre Myrtle Beach.

Dixie Stampede

July Shows at the Dixie Stampede. Visit http://www.dixiestampede.com/myrtlebeach.php for more information about the Dixie Stampede in Myrtle Beach.

Sons of Italy Italian Festival at The Market Common

A festival celebrating all things Italian. Enjoy food, entertainment and activities in Valor Park.

Guide to the Ultimate Beach Family Resort Vacation

Well, it’s summer time, and you know what that means: the kids are back from school, the sun is out, and everyone’s mind is on one thing: vacation!

The Magic of Myrtle Beach Resorts

Today the idea of having family vacations has become very popular and people are always on the lookout for exclusive vacation destinations that can give them their much needed rest and relaxation.

Finding the Best Hotel Rooms in Myrtle Beach

Vacationing can be an exhausting process. There is the planning, the endless drive or flight, and jostling for a good spot on the beach or a place in line at an amusement park.

Dreaming of the Hotel Swim Up Bar?

The hotel swim up bar is very popular among the patrons the resorts which feature them. As many vacation pictures on the Internet attest, tourists are attracted to the possibility of going to a bar, ordering a drink and enjoying it right in the pool.

Take Your Family to a Myrtle Beach Hotel Suite

Whenever you take a vacation, one of the things that you miss is the comforts of home. Some people solve this problem by traveling in recreational vehicles that are sometimes more lavish than their regular home, but this is not the answer for everyone.