The Greater Myrtle Beach Collaborative has officially launched as the new enterprise identity established to enhance the efforts of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce (MBACC) and Visit Myrtle Beach, along...

The South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association (SCRLA) announced that Mark Newman has officially begun his tenure as president and chief executive officer, effective March 30. Following a comprehensive national search, Newman takes the...

Highline Hospitality Partners has acquired the Westin Poinsett on Main Street in Greenville, South Carolina, according to several published reports. The transaction marks Highline’s 19th hotel acquisition and its third acquisition this year,...

The Indigo Road Hospitality Group (IRHG) has announced it will operate the forthcoming Haigler Hotel and its signature restaurant, a new boutique destination currently under construction in downtown Camden, South Carolina. Attached to Camden’s...

The South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) applauded Gov. Henry McMaster for signing H. 5261, a joint resolution that extends the deadline for mandatory alcohol server training to May 1, 2026, providing, officials say,...

Southern Living announced winners of its 10th annual South's Best Awards. In its 60th anniversary year, Southern Living once again turned to its readers to name the South's very best destinations, accommodations, and culinary...

The U.S. Congress designated March as Irish-American Heritage Month in 1991, and the president issues a proclamation commemorating the occasion each year. Originally a religious holiday to honor St. Patrick who introduced Christianity to Ireland...

With travelers increasingly prioritizing value when planning vacations, Visit Myrtle Beach is launching a new destination-wide promotion designed to help visitors get more from their getaway. Through the new "Make More Myrtle Moments" campaign,...

South Carolina's hospitality industry is experiencing a robust period, with tourism generating roughly $29 billion annually and total, high-performing visitor volume, particularly in coastal areas and key cities like Charleston and Greenville. The...

Hotel Hartness has been named to the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hotels in the USA list, earning a coveted Gold Badge and top rankings at the national, state, and local levels. Among 3,968 hotels ranked nationwide, Hotel Hartness...

Hotel Hartness has been named to the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hotels in the USA list, earning a coveted Gold Badge and top rankings at the national, state, and local levels. Among 3,968 hotels ranked nationwide, Hotel Hartness placed...

Myrtle Beach is stepping into the new year with a wave of new developments, events, and destination-defining milestones, along with all the classic experiences that keep visitors coming back year after year. Spanning 60 miles of...

Hundreds of the tourism industry leaders gathered at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center February 9-10 for the 61st annual South Carolina Governor’s Conference on Tourism & Travel. The conference is hosted by the South Carolina Department of...

Earlier this week, the South Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association (SCRLA) hosted its 73rd Annual Stars of the Hospitality Industry Awards at the Hilton Columbia Center. Presented by Sysco, this gala celebrates the best and brightest of the...

The Ellie Beach Resort, part of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton, has debuted more than 38,000 square feet of newly reimagined meeting and event space, including oceanfront ballrooms, flexible breakout rooms, and expansive outdoor venues set...

Mainsail Lodging & Development has assumed management of the Spartanburg Marriott, a full-service, downtown hotel in South Carolina. The management agreement took effect Feb. 4. Located in the heart of downtown Spartanburg, the...

Auro Hotels has added the Courtyard by Marriott Greenville Downtown to its portfolio in  partnership with T2 Hospitality.   The 135-room hotel at 50 W. Broad Street is near the Peace Center, Swamp Rabbit Trail, Falls Park on...

The One, Big, Beautiful Bill has a significant effect on federal taxes, credits and deductions. Millions of taxpayers reported earning tips and overtime on their tax returns, many of them are veterans and people working in lower wage...

Mobilization of beach renourishment equipment is set to begin next week for the city of Myrtle Beach, according to the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Work in North Myrtle Beach is wrapping up, Chamber officials said. Grand Strand beaches...

Today, Gov. Henry McMaster named chefs from Myrtle Beach, Greer, and Charleston to represent South Carolina as 2026 Chef Ambassadors. He was joined by Commissioner of Agriculture Hugh Weathers and Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism...