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Topic: Disney Resort in Myrtle Beach?

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11	dshyates Thu 2/14/2008 8:28p	As far as the indoor waterpark, the inside section would be more like an indoor pool and lazy river with a few slides. The outdoor waterpark would be much larger. As far as the winter numbers. I was there the first week in Dec. The Holidays there seem pretty popular. Dolly's Dixie Stampede Christmas Show sells out most shows. I only know this because thats what the girl I was getting tix from told me. There is a rumor that Hard Rock may put in a resort hotel next to the new Hard Rock Park.
12	brotherdave Sat 2/16/2008 12:26p	I think Myrtle Beach is attracting a more older crowd in the spring and fall months, similar to Branson and Pigeon Forge. It's possible that Disney may be looking at tapping that market there. With the opening of Hard Rock Park, Myrtle Beach is becoming more of a well rounded destination than just a beach with a 'honky tonk' area.
13	dshyates Mon 2/18/2008 10:37a	To answer some Myrtle Beach questions. Visitor Characteristics Grand Strand leisure travelers spent an average of $118.80 per person per day, and group business travelers spent an average of $208.11 per person per day. Furthermore, visitors typically use their own car as their primary transportation (89.5%). Most Grand Strand visitors (59%) stayed in hotels, while 25% stayed in condos and villas. Tourist Population Estimates 1999 13.7 million 2000 13.8 million 2001 11.9 million 2002 12.7 million 2003 12.8 million 2004 13.2 million 2005 13.8 million Visitor Age The Grand Strand attracts a wide range of travelers; approximately 91% of visitors were under the age of 65. Visitor Income The Grand Strand attracts middle-to high-income travelers; visitor income has steadily increased over the years. $100,000 + 12% $ 75,000 - $99,999 18% $ 60,000 - $74,999 18% $ 45,000 - $ 59,999 18% $ 30,000 - $44,999 21% $ 30,000 or less 13% Visitor Length of Stay The average length of stay along the Grand Strand was 5.0 days for leisure travelers and 3.6 days for business travelers. Visitor Origin Along the Grand Strand, 20% of our visitors came from North Carolina in 2005. Another 25% percent traveled from New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New Jersey. The following are the 2005 top 10 states of visitor inquiry origin: North Carolina, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Virginia, South Carolina, Tennesse, Georgia, Illinois and Michigan.
14	dshyates Tue 2/19/2008 7:39a	Here is an interesting article in the NYTimes. I have pulled out the most significant paragraph: "On a summer day, the population here exceeds half a million people. The Grand Strand hosts more than twice as many visitors each year as Hawaii. The beach is not the only reason people come -- shopping, golfing, sightseeing, and live theater are also draws. In the past few years, Myrtle Beach has grown into a year-round destination, and as a result, South Carolina now ranks second only to Florida as a vacation destination, ahead of California, New Jersey, and North Carolina. The Travel Channel has voted it the "Best Family Beach."" I find the part about "The Grand Strand hosts more than twice as many visitors each year as Hawaii." interesting. The emphasizing the family tone and Disneyland meets Las Vegas feel is true. It feels very much like driving aroung the resort Disctrict of Otown. But lack lack of a park was evident. The Hard Rock Park should fill the bill. http://tinyurl.com/367knw

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