I went down there to visit Hard Rock Park, but I managed to spend some time at Family Kingdom and the beach itself. I can only handle the beach during the sunsets, when all the crowds are gone and it's MUCH cooler weather-wise. The Strand itself is overrated nowadays. I don't know. I used to LOVE the Strand as a kid so maybe I am just getting too old. I just can't tolerate drunk college kids. Plus, if you have seen one beach shop you have seen them all. It was heartbreaking seeing the Pavillion gone. It's nothing but a vacant space now. :( Still, I had a blast and it was nice to get away for a weekend! I have been meaning to get back to Myrtle Beach forever!