Just in time for spring travel, low-cost carrier Spirit has kicked off nonstop service between Chicago and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Chicago not your home town? No matter. Myrtle Beach is also offering spring packages and deals at area resorts and rentals. For instance, one-bedroom suites start at $48 per night with the Spring Fever promotion at the Forest Dunes Resort, and spring packages at the Long Bay Resort offer 30 percent discounts and daily breakfast. There are dozens of other specials to choose from.