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Myrtle Beach Golf Courses Face New Competition

Fall is here and the myrtle Beach golf industry is booming. Heat and humidity are falling as fast as the summer crowds are leaving. With its average temperatures hovering around seventy five degrees, the grand Strand area is perfect for a golf vacation.

Even with rising golf rates and threats of hurricanes, golfers will flood the fairways and fill rooms left behind by families on summer vacation. With this impending rush of golfers to the myrtle Beach area, you would think all is well in the local golf industry.

Think again.

The over saturation of golf courses in the grand Strand is and has been a cause for worry with course owners. golf courses are not seeing the same high numbers of golfers or profits they have in the past. However, it seems the growing competition amongst myrtle Beach golf courses is not the main problem behind golf industry woes. It is only a contributing factor.

What is the new competition facing the golf industry in myrtle Beach?

It is the real estate boom. With sagging sales of tee times, some golf course owners are finding it hard to ignore the real estate developers knocking at their front doors. Developers salivate over many golf course properties but not only because of the myrtle Beach and nationwide housing boom. They also find the zoning of many courses a perfect fit for development plans.

For example, Belle Terre golf Course is one of the latest to announce its imminent closure. According to Alan Boldin of the myrtle Beach Sun News, The property is zoned RC/HC, which is Highway Commercial and Resort Commercial, which allows resort-related commercial uses, several residential uses including multi-family condos and single-family homes, and low-scale businesses such as offices, restaurants, grocery stores, etc., that might comprise a town center.

Not only does this zoning allow for multiple uses, it also means that a potential real estate developer possibly does not have to apply to the county for zoning changes.

Think this isnt a trend?

At least two layouts at Bay Tree are closing. Raccoon Run just closed its doors along with Ocean Isle Beach golf Club and Calabash golf Links. Over all the number of myrtle Beach golf courses has dropped from 117 public golf courses down to 110. There are rumors that up to a dozen more are considering selling to developers.

It is hard to say when this trend will end. But it seems that the myrtle Beach golf industry has run into formidable opponent. Golfers shouldnt get too worried. We are sure myrtle Beach will continue to be the Golf Mecca for many years to come.

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3 Great Travel Destinations for Your Next Family Vacation

When it comes to planning a family vacation it can be hard to please everyone in the family. This is especially a problem when you have children of all ages. However, there are 3 great vacation spots that offer up activities for children and adults of all ages and interests.

1. walt Disney World This vacation spot is no secret to anyone but it continues to be one of the most ideal vacation destinations for families. For young children it is the trip of a lifetime getting to see and meet all of the popular disney characters. Young children will simply be in heaven the second they step foot in disney World. It is also a popular vacation spot of older children because of the exciting rides. They may not be excited about seeing all the disney characters, but you can be sure they will love all of the theme parks.

2. Oahu, Hawaii Who could argue against a trip to Hawaii? With so much to do on one small island it is a top choice for any family vacation. Children, young and old, will have the vacation of a lifetime while they play at Waikiki beach. Old children can venture to the north shore to do some surfing, while the entire family can enjoy a tour of Pearl Harbor. Mix in an eco-tour and attending a luau and you have one amazing vacation the entire family will remember forever.

3. Wisconsin Dells, WI Known as the "Waterpark Capital of the world", this lesser known vacation spot is a hidden gem. Everyone from adults to young children are sure to find something to do at one of the many Wisconsin Dells attractions that include; waterparks, amusement parks, go karts, mini golf, scenic tours and live entertainment. There is no threat of bad weather because the family can always head back to one of the numerous Wisconsin Dells resorts that offer indoor waterparks.

When it comes time to play your next family vacation, plan a trip to one of the destination above and you will have happy vacationers no matter what the age. More importantly, you will make family memories that will last a lifetime.

If you want more information on planning a vacation to Wisconsin Dells take a look at our Wisconsin Dells Lodging guide and learn more about traveling to and planning a Wisconsin Dells vacation. Learn all about the Wisconsin Dells waterparks and Waterpark Resorts.

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