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Every year, thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts descend upon the town of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to take part in one of the biggest events on two wheels. Myrtle Beach Bike Week 2008 begins on May 9, with 300,000 people coming together to celebrate their favorite mode of transportation. This year, the Sheraton Myrtle Beach Convention Center Hotel is offering special packages to help you do Bike Week right. The Spring Bike Week Package features rates starting from $146 a night for stays between May 8-19 and May 21-27, 2008, along with breakfast in Vidalia's Restaurant, complimentary parking, and, best of all, free access to the bike washing station. You've got to keep your ride looking good, after all. The hotel features ocean view and club level rooms, a fitness facility, high speed internet access, and an indoor heated pool for soothing those aching motorcycle muscles. Myrtle Beach is a pleasure to visit any time of year, but it's especially exciting to see during this momentous event, so gas up your Harley and set your sights on South Carolina.

Lucy Williams is an Orlando-based writer for Starwood Vacation Ownership and thelobby.com's expert on the subject.

As I mentioned yesterday in my post about Maui, February is American Heart Month, a time of year when the American Heart Association reminds people to de-stress, eat healthier foods and get more exercise. Another option if you want to do something beneficial for your heart this winter is to try Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where you'll find yourself at one of the most popular playgrounds on the East Coast.

Challenging golf adventures abound, with recent counts claiming more than 100 area golf courses. And the Atlantic Ocean offers a variety of exciting water sports, from swimming to surfing to jet skiing. Myrtle Beach offers an assortment of additional fun activities and attractions, including miniature golf, water parks, amusement parks, variety shows, museums, gardens, shopping and fishing. You'll find yourself in the center of the action when you stay at Sheraton Broadway Plantation.