Savannah

By Teresa Cowart • June 18th, 2013

  The Savannah area lends itself to one of the most beautiful coastal living experiences you can have. It makes me truly happy to welcome new people into the Savannah area to experience a lifestyle most folks dream about. Think laughing kids on baseball/soccer fields, think jet skis and boating, think good schools and great [...]

Located near Savannah’s Historic District sits a first-class entertainment venue that is home to about 900 events annually. The Savannah Civic Center draws people here for a wide variety of entertainment, sports, and cultural events, from large-scale concerts, conventions, exhibit and trade shows to theatre, ballet, comedy, and all types of music! Here are a [...]

Houses linger on the market for a variety of reasons and if you’re one of those sellers, it may be time for a different strategy. Let’s start by assuming you’ve already done the basics like decluttering, cleaning, and sprucing up your curb appeal months ago when you listed it. Your home may look completely different [...]

One of the reasons I love Savannah, and why I’m so proud to sell home’s here is because of the historical significance that can be found all across the area. That’s what makes this piece of Savannah news so exciting for me! It has been discovered that much more history is laying below the ground [...]

Kids of all ages have a lot to choose from when living or vacationing in Savannah, from outdoor parks and playgrounds to water activities and attractions. Savannah is among the best places to raise a family, and has recently been named a “playful” city for the 4th year in a row! In fact, Savannah has [...]

You’ve probably thought about what your retirement days would look like since you hit thirty! You’ve probably thought about where you would retire, what activities you might get involved in, what dreams you might finally make come true; and the list goes on. For anyone who is considering retiring in charming Savannah, you’ll have a [...]

Guided tours are among the best ways to discover so much of what Savannah has to offer, from stunning natural beauty and magnificent architecture, to fascinating history and warm southern hospitality. In fact, Old Town Trolley Tours ranks up there with the best, but it’s missing just one thing; a tour of the Savannah River [...]

Do your children look forward to Easter every year for the egg hunts, pictures with the Easter Bunny, fun Easter baskets, and other activities that only happen this time of year? Well get them ready because Easter week in Savannah is full of things to do and family activities! Pet Photos at Oglethorpe Mall On [...]

Savannah has its very own style when it comes to celebrating St. Patrick’s Day and you’ll find an entire weekend of events planned to let you get your green on and appreciate the Irish heritage! The 189th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade is the highlight of the weekend, but there are a variety of additional [...]

Savannah manages to pack a lot in during the year, with over 200 festivals and events! With so many different things to do and see in our area, it can be hard to decide when is the best time to visit or which weekends to plan ahead for. Here is a list of ten of [...]

As the Spring season gets closer, buyers will be kicking their house-hunting efforts into high gear, making it the perfect time to plan for an open house. Holding an open house is an effective way to get a lot of eyes on your property at once, and since it’s less formal than a private, scheduled [...]

There are so many beautiful places you can choose as the backdrop for your wedding day in the Richmond Hill, Ga area. Located just 20 minutes from Savannah, Richmond Hill is flowing with history and southern charm, and has a simple scenic beauty that can only be provided by coastal Georgia. If our area is [...]

Classic Southern charm, live oaks draped with moss, beautiful squares, and the riverfront are just a few reasons why Savannah is one of most romantic cities you can spend Valentine’s Day in. Whether you are a resident of our area or are choosing Savannah as the place to get away for the weekend, there are [...]

Spending time with your children outside of the house doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Luckily, here in Savannah, there are loads of places you can take them that have minimal admission prices! No matter what your kids interests are, they’ll have fun visiting the area’s attractions and they might even learn something…just don’t tell [...]

One of the reasons that Savannah is named “The Most Beautiful City in America” is because of the many parks! Forsyth Park has become one of the most popular places to visit in Savannah and for good reason. Not only is it breathtaking even on a rainy day, the fountain at the north end of [...]

Each new year brings about change, and this past year was no exception here in Savannah! 2012 brought about 8 new additions to the Savannah restaurant scene, each one with its own unique draw for residents and visitors alike. 1. a.lure Located in the heart of the historic district, this downtown Savannah GA Restaurant’s contemporary [...]

Gather your family and friends and join in the fun on Savannah’s Holly Jolly Holiday Trolley!  2012 marks the 15th year for this trolley tour, where you will be entertained and amused by the CAST of Old Town Trolley Tours as you drive through the beautiful historic district of Savannah and Hutchinson Island. You’ll hear [...]

Savannah, Georgia provides the perfect blend of old-world charm with an eclectic, trendy vibe. Savannah has been named America’s Greenest City by Travel + Leisure, a Conde Nast Traveler Magazine’s Top 10 American Travel Destination, and is on U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Nightlife Scenes in the USA. Add to that, a recent [...]

The holidays are a wonderful time to be in the Savannah, Ga area and there are a variety of annual holiday events you can participate in to celebrate this time of year.  Everywhere you look you’ll find an abundance of holiday cheer with lights, decorations, and of course the classic Southern charm our area is [...]

People of all ages look forward to this time of year – the anticipation of Christmas, decorating the house, listening to holiday music, the holiday scents that fill the air, and of course heading to a Christmas tree farm to choose the perfect tree!  Here’s a list of the places you can go near Savannah [...]

Savannah’s historic district’s getting a boost from around 15-20,000 of their closest friends at the second annual running of the Savannah Rock ‘n Roll Marathon Marathon & Half Marathon heads downtown November 3. Locals will enjoy beating Friday’s rush of out-of-town runners by attending the pre-race Health & Fitness Expo Thursday for hourly giveaways and a free concert on [...]

Among the many reasons why owning a home is a smart decision, the way it can affect your credit ranks right up there at the top.  Did you know that home ownership can actually help to make already good credit even better?  This is true when pay your mortgage payments on a timely and regular [...]

Labor Day weekend is such a fun time of year to be in Savannah or Richmond Hill, Ga.  We’ve got so much planned in the area that no matter what your interests are, you’ll find something to do.  Since Labor Day is just that, a day to refrain from labor, events like the Craft Brew [...]

When you think of Savannah, you think of beautiful sculptures amidst Spanish moss, old graveyards full of history, quirky and eccentric theatres, cafes and churches. You think old-world Southern charm and gentility. Ranked on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Fall Getaway list, Savannah, Georgia’s ambience will help you slow down and savor every minute of your [...]

This year marks the fifth annual Savannah Craft Brew Fest, one of our area’s most anticipated events!  This year, Savannah will devote a week to the craft brew enthusiast from Sunday, August 26 to Sunday, September 2, 2012.  Enjoy a week of trying out 130+ beers from local, regional and national craft brewers, Savannah specials [...]

Here come the brides… to the Southern Girls Bridal Expo here in Richmond Hill, Georgia!  Come out to get some help planning for your big day, shop for wedding décor and apparel, visit with vendors and more!  This event is set to kick off on August 12, 2012 from 1 pm to 5:30 pm at [...]

The best way for communities to prevent crime is for neighbors to get to know each other, police say.  Tuesday, August 7, 2012 is your opportunity to get out and meet your neighbors and to say no as a community to crime and drugs as the city of Savannah hosts its annual National Night Out event. [...]

Savannah, Ga is home to countless beautiful places along the east coast to get married, it truly can be difficult to choose just one!  No matter what kind of wedding you have in mind, Savannah has a variety of options to choose from.  If it’s an outdoor wedding you dream of, Savannah’s beautiful gardens, historic [...]

Searching for your dream house in Georgia’s Richmond Hill or Savannah area can be an exciting—and trying—experience! Admittedly, while there are some parts of the homebuying process that are important and necessary but not exactly “fun”, there are simple and effective tips that can make your house hunting experience easier and, yes, even fun. Here are a [...]