Another good year but a minor decrease in rounds played in 2025 for Myrtle Beach region: https://www.onthegreenmagazine.com/we-had-another-really-good-year-myrtle-beach-golf-rounds-decrease-slightly-after-resurgence/
According to this article, key factors contributing to the decline included harsh winter weather in January and February (down 22%, with a major snowstorm causing closures), Easter timing disrupting a peak spring week, adverse weather in October (including a tropical storm threat and heavy rain on Columbus Day weekend), and a partial boycott by some Canadian travelers amid political tensions. Golf package and daily fee rounds (primarily from visitors) fell around 5-6%, while local residents, members, and growing population-driven play increased, helping offset losses and underscoring the market's resiliency. Overall, the minor setback followed strong prior gains, with early 2026 bookings showing promise for a rebound.
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Package and public rounds are likely down due to the higher rates.
It's also possible that the bigger groups that have played MB for 20-40+
years are aging out of their trips. I think younger generations tend to
have smaller groups or want to go to various destinations.
It's not surprising to see local card holder rounds up.
However their rounds only bring in about 1/3 of the package rate.
Early 2026 bookings are up because more are learning to save $$ by
booking early and because of the horrible winter northern states
are having.
For MB trip regulars, the Easter date doesn't stop the trip.
We go to MB either a week earlier or later.
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