The beach this time of year. (Charleston, Myrtle Beach: theater, shops, gardens)

[Falconman]

Thw wife just retired and we never had time to enjoy the beach this time of the year. Any ideas on what we could do there for a few days. thanks

[blueherons]

There is a lot you can do! Catch a few shows at Alabama, Dolly Parton's Theater (The Pirate Show), or Carolina Opry! Head down to Brookgreen Gardens and tour that then head to Pawleys Island for a great dinner at Bistro, Nosh, CHive Blossom, or Franks. How about play some golf? It isn't quite peak season so rates aren't too expensive.

Lastly, take a day trip to Charleston. That will knock your socks off!

[Summering]

Go to the two State Parks Myrtle Beach State Park or Huntington Beach State Park.
Head to Pawleys to the Hammock Shops.
Stroll at Barefoot Landing or Broadway at the Beach.
Lots of shows always going on.
Head to the Waccamaw Zoo which is not that far inland from the main area of MB.
Walk the new boardwalk along the beach downtown.
Stroll the new Coastal Mall.
Spend a day strolling the Market Commons shops and take in a movie there too.
On a good day sit at the beach and take in the sun.