If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’ve been volunteered as the family reunion planner. Maybe it’s because you’re the most organized. Maybe it's because they know you can get around a color coded spreadsheet and group chat. Either way, congratulations! We’re here to help.
The good news is that Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, does a lot of the heavy lifting for you. It’s really built for a perfect family getaway. We’re talking miles of beach, family-friendly attractions, restaurants that can handle a crowd, and Captain's Quarters Resort, the perfect host.
Consider this your cheat sheet for planning a family reunion in Myrtle Beach, complete with local tips to help you spend less time managing logistics and more time making memories.
Why Myrtle Beach Makes Family Reunions Easier
Some destinations are great for couples. Others are perfect for golfers or beach lovers. Myrtle Beach is one of the few places that genuinely works for everyone. Myrtle Beach solves most family reunion planning challenges with warm weather, an easy-to-navigate layout, family-friendly resorts, and enough beaches, restaurants, and attractions to keep every generation happy.
Great Activities For Groups in Myrtle Beach
One of the best things about Myrtle Beach is that you don’t have to work very hard to keep family members entertained. Here are some fun things to add to the group chat!
Hang at Captain’s Quarters Resort
With direct beach access, indoor and outdoor pools, an outdoor hot tub, lazy rivers, and the Shipwreck Lagoon Kids’ Waterpark, there’s always something to do without even leaving the resort. Kids stay entertained while adults can relax nearby.
Need a break from the sun? It’s not only the best water amenities you’ll find here, but also kids will have indoor options galore. The Game On! Arcade (coming soon!) is great for friendly family competition. And beginning in Mid-Summer 2026, The District will add even more family fun, including Strike Zone Duckpin Bowling, an eight-lane bowling experience that’s easy for kids, parents, and grandparents to enjoy together.
Mini Golf Tournaments
You may not know it yet, but you’ve just landed in the “Mini Golf Capital of the World,” with 30+ miniature golf courses! This is an easy itinerary choice for just about everyone, where a 7-year-old has just as much of a chance of winning as Grandpa. Here are a few surefire spots:
- Mt. Atlanticus Minotaur Golf – Creative mountaintop course with great views near the Boardwalk.
- Captain Hook’s Adventure Golf – Peter Pan-themed courses with waterfalls and caves.
- Spyglass Adventure Golf – Pirate-themed fun that’s great for families with younger children.
- Professor Hacker’s Lost Treasure Golf – Ride a mining train to the first tee at this longtime Myrtle Beach favorite.
A Group Trip to Old Pirate Territory: Murrells Inlet MarshWalk
Long before it became one of the Grand Strand’s favorite waterfront destinations, Murrells Inlet was known as a haven for fishermen, shrimp boats, and, according to local legend, real. live. pirates. Local legend has it that Blackbeard himself hid treasure around Murrells Inlet.
Today, the MarshWalk is a scenic half-mile boardwalk lined with waterfront restaurants, live music, and beautiful views of the salt marsh.
It’s an easy outing for large families. Reserve dinner at a classic seafood boil spot like The Claw House or Hot Fish Club, listen to an evening band at the waterfront deck at the Dead Dog Saloon, or take a leisurely stroll on the boardwalk and shop for local artisan gifts.
Go On a Sunset Dolphin Cruise
Some of the best reunion memories happen when no one is looking at their phone – because in this case, they’re watching majestic dolphins put on a show. The best way to experience dolphins is a sunset dolphin cruise.
While it’s not the only option, Voyager offers a 2.5-hour Sunset Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise with very comfortable double decks, bathrooms, and a large indoor snack bar area with restaurant style booth seating. It's comfy for everyone!
Book a Memorable Last Night Dinner: Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show
Make your farewell dinner an experience everyone will remember. The Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show is a well loved spot that combines a four-course feast with acrobatics, pirate battles, and plenty of audience participation – it’s your uncle like you’ve never seen him before.
Where to Eat With a Large Family in Myrtle Beach
Maybe the second most important choice behind where to book your large group’s accommodations is where to eat. It’s got to have big tables, a varied menu to make everyone happy, and most of all, the food has to be amazing. Here are our top picks to pull from when the inevitable “When is dinner?” comes up.
- Carolina Roadhouse – A local favorite with big portions, steaks, seafood, pasta, and famous croissants.
- Thoroughbreds Chophouse & Seafood Grille – For something on the fancier side, this is a classic steakhouse that’s great for a first night celebratory reunion dinner, with private dining options available for larger groups.
- Captain George’s Seafood Restaurant – Seafood buffets are an institution in Myrtle Beach. This one offers everything from crab legs and shrimp to carving stations and desserts, so everyone can find something and then some!
Choose Accommodations That Keep Everyone Together
The easiest family reunion is the one where no one has to ask, “So where is everyone?” every five minutes. Staying under one roof (or at least one resort) makes it much easier to gather before heading out on an adventure – or even better, it can serve as the perfect host for a full day of fun right where you are staying. Lots of space and activities for all ages make this the perfect place to make memories.
Captain's Quarters Resort
Captain’s Quarters Resort is especially well suited as an ideal gathering spot because it covers entertainment options for all generations!
Plus, amenities like spacious bedrooms, kitchenettes, meals, and seasonal on-site entertainment mean loved ones can spread out while still staying close. It doesn’t hurt that the resort is beachfront, so no dealing with who sits in the front seat of a van to get to the sand. And if you do want to venture too far out, it’s located near hot spots like the Family Kingdom Amusement Park and the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk.
Tips for Family Reunion Success
There’s most certainly magic in going with the flow. It may even be necessary when you are juggling a big group. Here are some quick items to keep you sane while also keeping spirits high.
- Start a group text early
- Share one itinerary
- Build in free time
- Assign small planning jobs (booking, reservations) instead of doing everything yourself
- Plan a first night and a last night dinner or event for everyone
- Think about parking before heading out
- Coordinate grocery runs
- And whenever possible, reserve activities in advance
Let Captain’s Quarters Resort Host Your Family Reunion
The biggest advantage of staying at Captain’s Quarters is simple: everyone is in one place. Less time coordinating where to meet means more time making memories, whether that’s watching the sunrise on the beach or seeing who comes out on top in a family bowling tournament. A Myrtle Beach family reunion may just become a new tradition.
Planning is a lot easier when your accommodations do some of the work for you. Depending on the time of year, you may also find group rates for reservations of more than 10 rooms.
Let Captain’s Quarters Resort host you for a reunion that everyone will still be talking about long after the beach towels are packed away.