Associated Press story disparages Myrtle Beach
In response to the story by Meg Kinnard, “S.C. wildfire threatens to grow stronger” (Associated Press, April 24): I question why this reporter has such distaste for my city. Perhaps it is more a lack of knowledge. Regardless, I’m disgusted with her description of it being “a cheap spring break destination” with “miles of budget hotels.”
There haven’t been “miles of budget hotels” here in decades. Vacationers fill upscale, luxury hotels. I’m sure many N&R readers know this, as they are the ones paying the first-class rates each year.
As for Highway 17 being lined with “fast-food restaurants, beachwear stores and trinket shops,” we do have beachwear stores, and Highway 17 could compete with High Point Road regarding fast food; however, it’s also lined with world-renowned golf courses, multimillion-dollar neighborhoods, theaters and restaurants where tourists stand in long lines just to have a taste.
The Waterway isn’t just a “canal.” It doesn’t separate the “main drag” from homes. There are residences all over Myrtle Beach. The mayor of North Myrtle Beach did reassure people the beach was safe. Her statement, “You couldn’t even smell the smoke on the beach,” was true.
Kelly Renee Fentress
Myrtle Beach
The writer is a Greensboro native.
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"description of it being 'a cheap spring break destination' with 'miles of budget hotels.'"
I think most of them are condominiums.
"it’s also lined with world-renowned golf courses, multimillion-dollar neighborhoods, theaters and restaurants where tourists stand in long lines just to have a taste."
...and the numerous and very welcoming Three Red Circles. But check out Flynn's Irish Pub...they've got some awesome lamb stew.
Posted on May 3, 2009 3:15 AM
"All roads lead to Mammy's..."
Posted on May 3, 2009 5:03 AM
Myrtle Beach, one of the most tacky places on earth.
I'll take the Outer Banks any day.
Posted on May 3, 2009 7:55 AM
Your ever tried Myrtle Beach during Bikers Week, or better yet Black Bikers Week ???
Posted on May 3, 2009 9:35 AM
Yeah Monica, but make damn sure you don't go there during "White Bikers Week."
Posted on May 3, 2009 10:18 AM
Let's put out the word that there's a chicano bikers week and a black bikers week at the same time. Offer free white girls and yard parking.
It'll be better than Normandy.
Posted on May 3, 2009 11:15 AM
nothing like a beautiful black woman hanging off a harley wearing nothing but a ittybitty black thong.
Posted on May 4, 2009 1:31 AM