The legendary Hotel Tybee was originally built more than 123 years ago in 1889 in the same location that the Ocean Plaza Beach Resort occupies today. That hotel in Tybee Island, Georgia was acclaimed as the “Finest resort between Atlantic City and Miami on the Atlantic Coast.” Tybee Island was a mostly undeveloped tropical island situated [...]
18 Apr
It is said that Chatham Artillery Punch possesses a kick greater than the two brass cannons presented the Chatham Artillery by George Washington. It was first devised in the 1850s to honor a rival military organization, the Republican Blues. The original recipe was brewed in ice-filled horse buckets into which were placed sugar, lemon and [...]
27 Mar
27 Feb
By Guest Blogger, Ken Stewart with S.G. Adventures It seems like only yesterday that mobile phones were the size of luggage and “Texting” was the new thing. Now, we have smart phones that can track the stars, give us directions and Apps to help us manage our lives in almost every way. However, with all [...]
11 Feb
By Kenda Williams Guest Blogger for Visit Savannah As if Valentine’s Day isn’t romantic enough, spend it with the one you love in Savannah, where romance abounds. The historic beauty of downtown’s squares, the galloping horses pulling carriages, the bountiful foliage and the lulling beauty of the Savannah River can provide the perfect setting for [...]
07 Feb
Here are some amazing details about this upcoming bridal event of the season: Behind the Veil! MEET WITH BEHIND THE VEIL’S BRIDAL EXPERTS Behind the Veil, Savannah’s premiere bridal event, will showcase the area’s top wedding professionals. The boutique bridal salon, presented by Savannah Weddings and the editors of Savannah magazine,will feature more than 50 expert wedding planners, [...]
05 Feb
By Anita Hagin, General Manager of Savannah Magazine and Savannah Weddings What better place to plan a wedding than Savannah, One of the Top Ten Most Romantic Cities? Behind the Veil, Savannah’s premiere bridal event, will showcase the area’s top wedding professionals on Sunday, March 3, an event that you don’t want to miss! The [...]
28 Jan
By Guest Blogger, Leandrea Mikell The Black Heritage Festival is a reflection of a storied past, and a celebration of a rich culture. The 2013 Savannah Black Heritage Festival opens with the internationally recognized Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble. The annual celebration has something for everyone of every age and interest. For the art aficionado, [...]
02 Jan
28 Dec
With fireworks extravaganzas planned on Tybee Island and along Savannah’s famed River Street at midnight, there will be no lack of celebration as Savannah rings in 2013! Here are a few events to experience in and around the Savannah area: Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa THE NIGHT | Sip | Savor | Shimmy [...]
25 Apr