MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. (AP) – A report from Coastal Carolina University reveals the demand for full-week vacation rentals on the South Carolina Grand Strand has dropped severely.

The Myrtle Beach Sun News
reports a study released Thursday from Coastal Carolina University indicates the rentals have slumped 37 percent over the last six to eight weeks.

Clay Brittain Jr. Center for Resort Tourism director Taylor Damonte says mid-week occupancy for partial week stays is off 3.6 percent, but weekend occupancy is up 10.9 percent.

The Britain Center tracks occupancy of rental rooms, including campgrounds and cottages, but is unable to determine why there has been a shift in vacation trends or if it is only temporary.