Put some “Yo ho” in your “Ho, ho, ho!” The Pirates Voyage Dinner and Show in Myrtle Beach, SC has kicked off the holiday season by transforming their year-round production in to a Christmas pirate extravaganza!
The last time I’d been to a production like this, it was in Vegas and involved knights jousting. The Pirates Voyage is completely different. Their website (https://piratesvoyage.com/) will give you some idea of what to expect, but I’m here to say you’ll be in for a surprise or two.
Be sure to get to the show early and have your photo taken on the way to the Pirates Village. You’ll be entertained by humorous trivia questions, pirate jugglers, balancing acts, singalongs, and more. Children can be “transformed into pirates” via face painting at an additional cost. Cocktails and other festive adult beverages, soft drinks, and snacks are available for purchase.
As soon as the the pirates have “set sail”, you’ll enter the large arena and take your seats. It’s rather eye-popping and it’ll take you a little bit to absorb it all. Children, especially, will be enthralled!
Tiered seating is on long benches with backs and a matching table running the length of each section for easy dinner service. Wondering if a meal at a show like this is any good? The answer is, “Yes!” And it’s a big meal! Go to the website linked to above and you’ll see an accurate picture of what your meal will look like. Yes, that’s 1/2 a chicken and pulled pork.
Everything on my plate was hot and surprisingly good, except the corn on the cob was slightly overcooked. Don’t hold it against them. What they accomplish serving so many meals is not easy. Also know that the only utensil you’ll have is a fork, so consider bringing wipes.
There’s a red ship at one side of the arena and a green ship at the other. Throughout the evening, the two sides of the arena compete against each other vicariously through pirates, animals, and more.
Teams of pirates do lots of tumbling and gymnastic runs front and center throughout the evening. Don’t be surprised if one, two, or all of them end up in the water before the night’s over.
Trained Sea Lions converse with their trainer and . . .
entertain the crowd with their antics.
Children are recruited from the audience for one or two competitions, too. Really cute and the kids love it!
These two, and another beautiful red/orange, parrot fly circles around the arena. Keep an eye out for them because they just appear rather than being announced. In fact, keep your eyes open throughout the show, because things are happening to your left, right, in the water and above your head.
The battle “rages” until fire becomes involved. When it’s become just too much, an angel appears and reminds the pirates, and all of us, that the holidays should be a time of peace and understanding.
And what would a Christmas show be without three wise men riding in on camels, Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus?
Buy your tickets ahead of time HERE. They also recommend purchasing any Pirates Treasure tickets for face painting ahead of time by calling 800-433-4401.
My adventure was all about the Pirates Voyage Dinner and Show, courtesy of the Dolly Parton Company, but as an added bonus, Condo-World Resort Properties arranged complimentary accommodations for all of the media folks at various Myrtle Beach properties they manage.
The Hubs and I were thrilled with our stay at South Bay Inn and Suites! Brand new construction, opening just this past July, it’s “Myrtle Beach’s newest resort, located along the famed boardwalk.” Take a look at the website (linked above), being sure not to miss the video on the Home Page. It gives you a resort overview, including the terrific water park (great for kids!), pools, and hot tubs on property between the hotel and the beach.
Our one bedroom suite on the eleventh floor was lovely! And oh, that view from the balcony! The kitchen had a good-sized fridge, microwave, and was stocked with tableware, flatware, pots, pans, and general cooking tools. Be aware that the bedroom area is separated from the living room area by a half wall.
South Bay would be a good spot for groups and families with the surprisingly reasonable room rates. Make sure you check their website for specials/discounts before booking.
A robust breakfast buffet, the “South Bay Big Breakfast” is complimentary every morning of your stay. My favorite afternoon/evening spot was the ocean-view lobby bar with an awesome balcony.
Valet parking is at an additional charge, but there’s complimentary parking in a secure garage about a block away. That’s where we parked and it was a quick trip back and forth to the hotel.
Two final notes about South Bay, no matter where you park, pull up into the circular drive on North Ocean Blvd to unload your luggage. To check-in, go through the glass doors to the side of the pull-through and take the elevator to the 3rd floor lobby.
Pirates Voyage Dinner and Show
8907 N Kings Hwy
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
(843) 497-9700
South Bay Inn and Suites
520 North Ocean Blvd
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(833) 585-5251
