[UKFlounder]

The Outer Banks is great.

I've only been to Myrtle Beach once, and that was for 2 days with adults only. We stayed at the Springmaid Beach Resort, which was very nice, with easy access to the beach, multiple swimming pools & a lazy river.

There were some mini-golf courses around, including, IIRC, one right across the street.

I can't say it's a great place for kids, but it was clean and comfortable.