This SC City Was Named One of the Best Christmas Destinations by Lonely Planet. Find out Why

This city has a growing population and it is a good place to visit over Christmas if you want to avoid large crowds.

In this Dec. 16, 2022 photo, South Carolina's Brookgreen Gardens hosted its annual "Nights of a Thousand Candles" holiday event with over 2,700 hand-lit candles and thousands of Christmas lights illuminating the sculpture gardens. Jason Lee/The State/TNS

By Eleanor Nash From The State

COLUMBIA, S.C.—Lonely Planet named Myrtle Beach, S.C., one of the best places to visit during the holiday season.