Southern Hospitality in Charleston and Savannah Road Trip - Part 2

Last week, we began building a romantic road trip to Charleston, South Carolina and Savannah, Georgia for your road trip planner.   In case you missed it, here’s the link to Southern Hospitality in Charleston and Savannah Road Trip - Part 1, which highlighted the things to do in Charleston. But now it's time to head to the second city on your growing itinerary, Savannah! Many people use the word "genteel" to describe Savannah. The word means refined, elegant and stylish, all adjectives that describe the city well, from the Savannah River to the seaside resorts to the 2 1/2 square mile Historic District. And though I'm sure you could find a horse-drawn carriage to draw you into the past, Savannah is considered one of the Top 10 cities for walking tours. Fellow traveler, Gary Aldrich, gave Savannah 5-stars, praising "A wonderful Old-South getaway! I went with my best friend during a period of intense professional stress and by the end of our few days there, I was relaxed enough to return to work. The restaurants are wonderful, and the charming old houses and well-kept park squares are unlike anything else in the country. Being on a river and near the coast keeps it very mild, even in winter. Coastal Georgia is indeed a wonderful winter respite. I highly recommend it, especially when others are in such a mad rush to get to Florida!" His top picks were Comfort Suites Historic District, Old Pink House Restaurant, and the Squares of Savannah in the Historic District. In addition to the Squares of Savannah (in case visiting 21 squares isn't enough), Savannah also has other distinct points of interest, so make sure one of these activities gets added to your road trip planner. Riverfront - Running along the length of the Savannah River, this area was once the heart of Savannah's booming cotton trade. Now it is the most popular destination for visitors, with popular restaurants like Huey's , the Shrimp Factory and the elegant Chart House. Cobblestones dot River Street, a popular starting point for parades and festivals. City Market - City Market also sits on the river, a bit north of River Street at Jefferson and West Julian. Like River Street, the brick warehouses now host droves of tourists. Shops, restaurants and some of the Savannah's coolest clubs draw daily crowds, with frequent live music and performance artists lending a festive atmosphere to this busy corner of the city. Midtown – This area incorporates the Victorian District. You'll notice the homes becoming more modern as you head south. Though you'll find many businesses here and just as you begin to miss Old Savannah's charm, you come across Thunderbolt, a quaint fishing village on the Wilmington River. Savannah's Islands - The low country surrounding the city harbors many small islands, including the residential boom areas of Wilmington and Whitemarsh, and the touchingly quaint Isle of Hope. Nearby, Skidaway Island is the site of golfing communities, marinas, and miles of biking and nature trails. Savannah's seaside playground is Tybee Island. Just 15 miles east of downtown past Fort Pulaski National Monument , Tybee Island features a wonderland of crab shacks, expensive condos, party hotels and cheesy gift shops, as well as the oldest  lighthouse on the South Atlantic seaboard. So there you have it, two southern cities filled to the brim with charm and hospitality. With that kind of atmosphere surrounding you 24/7, it's no wonder romance fills the air and delights the senses. Every couple should add these cities to the Road Trip Planner because every relationship could use a bit of spice now and then.

Comments

[Maureen Lopez]

we all feel that the florida is one of the best places to enjy during our holidays. but few knows about places like savannah. it is simply a great place and you will definitely love to walk through the roads. it is certainly the walkers paradise and you will enjoy the great climate of this area when you will make a trip to savannah. riverfront, midtown etc they all are simply superb destination to enjoy the holidays.