The adventure begins
1 PM Central: leave Oakdale with a full tank. Iowa and Missouri breaks, then drive to Lauren in White Hall. Plan a short stretch about every two hours.
MINNESOTA → ARKANSAS → THE ATLANTICThe best memories
The best memories
are made together.
A birthday girl, a rainbow road, and a whole lot of
“remember when?” waiting to happen.
A LITTLE PLAN, A LOT OF POSSIBILITY
All times are localOur week on the road
Pick up our birthday girl
Estimated White Hall arrival: 4–7 AM CT. Load bags, rest about four hours (longer if needed), then head east. Estimated resort arrival: 11 PM Friday–4 AM Saturday Eastern. Confirm late check-in with your host.
Lauren turns 29!
Sleep in, a late breakfast, and a first Atlantic hello. Pick one: aquarium or mini golf. Finish with birthday dessert and a call with Livi.
A little color & creativity
An optional art museum visit, a few Market Common shops, and a paper-mosaic craft back at the room. Short outings, plenty of sitting.
Treasures & sea air
Aquarium or Broadway shopping, whichever sounds best. Look for colorful glass and vintage-inspired styles. Pack tonight for the return.
Homeward, with happy hearts
Target departure: 6 AM Eastern. Drive back to White Hall; allow 15–17 elapsed hours with stops. Arrive about 8–10 PM Central, drop Lauren off, and sleep there.
One more round of hugs
Target departure from White Hall: 6 AM Central, after overnight rest. Allow 15–17 hours with stops; aim for Oakdale around 9–11 PM CT. Rest and traffic may shift this.
People over the timetable.
These are estimates, not live driving times. Rest when needed and confirm after-midnight check-in. Plan fuel checks every 250–300 miles until your Prius’s real range is known.
LESS WALKING, MORE WONDER
Around Myrtle Beach
Approximate road distances from the south Ocean Boulevard lodging area. Check hours and prices before going.
01
Warbird Park
1–3 miles · freeA short aircraft photo stop. Skip the long loop.
02Market Common
3–5 miles · browsing freeChoose a couple of shops and a treat; park nearby.
03Chapin Art Museum
Under 1 mile · paidA close, colorful indoor option. Check current hours.
04Jurassic Golf
1–2 miles · paidBirthday mini golf! Expect some standing and walking.
05Ripley’s Aquarium
6–8 miles · splurgeMarine-life magic, with breaks and a ticket budget.
06Broadway at the Beach
6–8 miles · browsing freePick two or three shops; this is a large complex.
07Myrtle Beach State Park
2–4 miles · paidA picnic and a short nature pause, without a hike.