The southern section of Carolina’s Grand Strand includes beach communities with distinctly Southern charm and style. Only a short drive north to the action, they remain on the quiet side, framed by picturesque marshes, embraced by gentle waves and soft sea breezes. The communities include: Surfside, Garden City Beach, Murrells Inlet, Litchfield Beach and Pawley’s Island. Day adventures from any of these communities to Georgetown, Mt. Pleasant or even Charleston are easy. The South Strand offers vacations on the slightly quieter side. Gaze at the sea once plied by the infamous Blackbeard. Sample fresh clams and crabs prepared down-home-style. Stay at Surfside dubbed South Carolina’s family Beach. Go for fishing, boating, crabbing or kayaking and sleep in Garden City Beach. Merrell’s Inlet is known for seafood; Litchfield is known for quaint shops; Pawley’s Island is known historic Southern charm. <br> Source: <a href="http://thefamilytravelfiles.com/ezine/articles/309/" target="ftf">Myrtle Beach, South Strand Vacation Ideas – Marsh Walks, Atalaya Castle, and Sunrise on a Vintage Beach</a>