Thank you, one and all, for helping us make November at Prince Resort, in particular the Thanksgiving Dinner in November, a great success! Some guests stayed with us over several days, others stayed just for the long weekend, and still others discovered us for the first time, and for each and every one, we are very thankful.

Our top-quality staff at 3500 Ocean Grill presented a fabulous meal for its holiday feast this year in 4 seating periods, a total of 168 guests. The wonderful menu satisfied everyone quite well with its 8 turkeys, 6 pork loins, 24 chickens, and Chef George's own stuffing. Nothing much remained at meal's end except just enough to make a delicious soup the next day. With 9 homemade pumpkin pies and a surprise addition of homemade rice pudding (described humbly as the Chef's "best in 54 years of cooking"), guests sent out congratulations to the entire team for an excellent array of tastes and textures.

As November's weather gave us everything from shirt-sleeve temperatures to blustery winds, all the signs pointed to winter around the corner, and so our entire staff has busily been making preparations for everything from holiday festivities to long-term guests from northern climates. We look forward to greeting guests staying with us through holidays and encourage anyone staying here or even traveling through the Grand Strand area to round out their "old" year and start their 2009 with us here at Prince. As you will read in an article below, also on our web site under "Specials," our New Year's party is going to lots of fun!

While we hope to see you before the year ends, for one and all, we extend our heartiest good wishes for wonderful 2009. On New Year's Day and the whole year through, may many blessings be yours!

Your friends at Prince Resort!

Prince Resort's New Year's Bash

Imagine a festive New Year's Eve party at an ocean front setting on the Cherry Grove beach in beautiful South Carolina. In the back-drop and from almost any angle in the room, merrymakers see an awesome view, top to bottom, of the universe - glistening water, the night's sky, and a broad expanse of possibilities ahead. This is the location for the New Year's Eve event at 3500 Ocean Grill, marking the arrival of 2009. We hope you will shake out your party duds, limber up your dance moves, and come on along for a fabulous evening of food and fun!

In addition to the delicious menu planned by Chef George, we are pleased to announce that Sam Favata's Quintet has its instruments tuned and ready for the big event. Once the dance floor is in place and the party amenities and dinner are ready, the only remaining pieces of this festivity will be December 31st and YOU. If you have not already made a decision about where you will spend New Year's Eve, we invite you to join us for what is sure to be the party of the year!

For more information about the New Year's Eve package and the party itself, click here or call us at 843.417.1303.

to New Graduate Diane Phelan

Prince Resort extends accolades to Diane Phelan, its Executive Assistant in charge of financial and accounting business matters. As a member of the international honors society Beta Gamma Sigma, she successfully completed a rigorous program for the Bachelor's of Science degree in business management from Coastal Carolina University in Conway, SC, and graduated on December 13th with high marks. The ceremony itself took place at the Myrtle Beach Convention Center where her family and friends attended to wish her well.

Diane has been an integral part of Prince's management since the company acquired the resort in May of this year and also worked at the resort prior to that time, as well, so she has seen many changes and looks forward to being a part of the future here. She is eager to use her business knowledge on the company's behalf to help it grow and prosper and also to explore new and exciting business trends that are bound to occur along the Grand Strand area.

Well done, Diane!

Featured Recipe

Apple Bundt Cake

This wholesome cake, especially tasty in the cooler weather, yields 12 servings.

Preparation time: 30 minutes. Cook time: 1 hour. Total time: 2 hours

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups apples - peeled, cored and diced
• 1 tablespoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups white sugar
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar for dusting

DIRECTIONS

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt or tube pan. In a medium bowl, combine the diced apples, 1 tablespoon white sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon; set aside. Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt; set aside.
  
  
• In a large bowl, combine 2 cups white sugar, oil, orange juice, vanilla and eggs. Beat at high speed until smooth. Stir in flour mixture. Fold in chopped walnuts.
  
  
• Pour 1/3 of the batter into prepared pan. Sprinkle with 1/2 of the apple mixture. Alternate layers of batter and filling, ending with batter. Use a knife or spatula gently to distribute the apples evenly with the cake mixture (some cooks have even added extra apples).
  
  
• Bake in preheated oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until the top springs back when lightly touched. Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely. Sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.

For a special twist of sweetness instead of the dusting of confectioners' sugar, try drizzling a maple/pecan glaze on the cooled cake.

INGREDIENTS for optional glaze:

• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons authentic maple syrup
• 3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
• 3 tablespoons pecan pieces (finely chopped pecans), optional

PREPARATION of the glaze:

• In a small saucepan, combine the butter, maple syrup, and cream. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  
  
• Continue to boil for 1 minute. Remove from heat and sift in the confectioners' sugar to the hot mixture.
  
  
• Whisk mixture until smooth.
  
  
• Let cool for about 15 to 20 minutes, until slightly thickened.
  
  
• Stir in the finely chopped pecans (optional).
  
  
• Drizzle the mixture over the completely cooled cake.

Local Events Calendar

1/3-4. Men's Open Basketball at SportsZoneCenter. All games played on Sunday nights. Contact 843-249-4FUN for more information.

1/7. Cardio Tennis at McLean Park Tennis Courts in North Myrtle Beach. From 6 pm to 7 pm, taught by certified tennis professional. Pre-registration at J. Bryan Floyd Community Center or call 843-280-5584 for details.

1/9. Concert at the First Presbyterian Church with Joshua Bell, Violinist, and Jeremy Denk, Pianist. Sponsored by FPC Concerts, this event occurs at 1300 N Kings Highway and lasts from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. Mr. Bell is considered the greatest American violinist of our day. More information at 843.448.4496.

1/09-11. 25th Annual Grand Strand Boat Show. Myrtle Beach Convention Center. Dreamers and buyers alike will enjoy seeing the many items, from boating to fishing, including seminars and free give-aways. Admission $7. More information at 843.357.3098.

1/17. Alabama Theatre presents Eddie Miles: A Salute to Elvis. Performance begins at 7 pm. For more information 843.272.1111.

1/17-18. Winyah Bay Heritage Festival. This festival of South Carolina Lowcountry hunting and fishing lifestyle, land conservation, and historical preservation will be staged in Georgetown County at varying sites. For more information see http://www.winyahbayfestival.org/.

1/22. A Tribute to Johnny Cash at Brunswick Community College. Location is Williamson Auditorium, 50 College Road NW, Bolivia, NC 28422. Tickets at 910.755.7416 or 800.754.1050, Ext. 416. More details through www.bccowa.com.

1/23-24. 34th Annual Square and Round Dance Convention. This smoke-free event features dance groups, callers, fashion show, line dancing, parade of clubs, singing calls, and so much more. For more information call 843.315.7100.

1/24. Winter Run (5K and 15K) in North Myrtle Beach. Starting at 9 am at Main Street between Ocean and Hillside, this run is the 26th year of the oldest such event in the area. Start and Finish lines at Main Street. The NMB City Recreation Department is sponsoring it. Call 843.280.5555 for more information.

1/24-25. SCGA Tournament of Champions. Golf tournament at Tradition Club on Pawleys Island. Application deadline January 7th. For more information For more information, contact The Tradition Club at 877-599-0888.

1/25. Long Bay Symphony Orchestra presents "Pictures at an Exhibition." Music inspired by visual imagery (Handel, DeBussy). Myrtle Beach High School's Music and Arts Center, 4pm to 6 pm. For more information call 843.448.8379.

1/29-31. The Carolina Opry. The regular show resumes after the holidays. Performances at 8 pm. For more information, call 800.843.6779.

1/30. Parents' Night Out at The Kid Center - Hourly Drop-Off Child Care. Each Friday from 6pm-Midnight, The Kid Center hosts Parents Night Out for children ages 1-12. Children enjoy a Pizza Party, games, and the latest "G" movie release. Parents enjoy a break! Reservations recommended, but not required.

1/31. 6th Annual Surfside Rotary Road Race. Held 10 am to 1 pm at the Surfside Pier. For more information 843.492.6505 or www.surfsiderotary.org.

I was surprised to receive such an informative briefing. It shows your commitment to guests to keep them informed of recent / upcoming events. Our stay was in October and we have spoken to many friends and family concerning our positive experience. While we won't be in the Carolinas in the near future, we have already concluded that the Prince will be our hotel of choice.
Email about the Prince Newsletter from guest "Cheryl M." from Nasareth, PA, November 27th

What a great newletter...and how wonderful to receive a 'thanks' for our visit. You all have a great thing going!...We enjoyed our visit in November sooo much...this was a 'return' trip to your resort since our first visit was beyond our expectations. We have been coming to Myrtle Beach all our lives and actually found The Prince on line, liked what we saw, and decided to give it a try...and your accommodations, staff, and facilities met every expectation. We even caught a mess of 'fish'! Thanks for all you do and keep up the good work!...We will be back!.. Have a great Thanksgiving!...
Email about the Prince Newsletter from guest "R&R" from Sumter, SC, November 27th

My stay at the Prince Resort was the best ever! I come to the beach three or four times a year. I have stayed in just about every motel in Myrtle Beach. Cherry Grove and Prince Resort was the best ever. The condo was great. The service was great. It is the perfect place for children. The rooms were fantastic. lots of room.
Email on TripAdvisor.com from guest "Lancaster_SCRuby", Lancaster, SC, November 30th

Groups

If your group is looking for somewhere to meet this winter, consider Prince Resort! We are here for you.

For November we enjoyed welcoming the following group and want to thank every member of each ensemble for coming to stay with us. We hope that you will return again soon!

• Harrington 50th Birthday Party
• Central Baptist Church Members

Perhaps your family is considering having a reunion, a wedding or anniversary reception, or a special school rewards outing at the end of school.

One of the best ways to experience a place that you do not know is in the security of a group of people whom you DO know. In the case of the Grand Strand area, usually someone in the group has been here before and can lead the way for others in the group who might be new to the area. Our knowledgeable and helpful staff can help you arrange everything from accommodations to events, meetings to catering. Call 843.417.1300 or toll-free 866.503.9518 to arrange your special event held at ocean front in North Myrtle Beach.

Fun Facts

These myths and legends about New Year's Eve and Day might be long forgotten, but they allow us a glimpse into our culture, and others, from a different angle: