Guys thinking of either Laconia or Myrtle Beach in 2012. Anyone like to share their thoughts on best hotels/bars etc at either ? Thanks in advance.



SnowCrash7, we checked out MB this past May.  Sadly, it wasn't half the rally it was back about 5-7 years ago.  There are still good times to be had though, The Suck Bang & Blow usually delivers a good time and so does HB Spokes. 

I know a little bit more about Laconia as it's my back yard.  Laconia is fun and you'll see a lot of bikers.  The locals also appreciate the buisness from Bike week so you don't have to worry any negativity from them--they expect the traffic and additional revenue.  There are some chain hotels so if you use a search engine for them, book early.  The regulars book out the "mom and pop" hotels every year which are right on the strip so those are a bit harder to be had.  Once at Weirs Beach there are plenty of bars and events to see.  The Broken Spoke is always a riot and they have camping on site, so you can imagine the parties.
Whichever of the two you choose, no doubt it'll be fun.  Hey, we might even see you up at Laconia next year!