It's that time of year (for us) to start making plans for next summer's vacation.A couple year's ago, we traveled to Charleston, Sc and loved it. We've been tossing Savannah, Ga around as a destination. Never been there but I've been told that it's a "must". Is there anyone with local experience that can give me a little run-down on things to see/do? We love the history; ie. civil war stuff, plantations, etc.Also thinking about staying at Skidaway Island State Park. We prefer state parks over private CG's.Thanks.

Going to be a bit buggy, but anytime in the summer will be bugs below North Carolina, especially around the coast. Great place to see history and enjoy some pretty good food.

We did Savanna last spring, the neighborhood area around Paula Dean's restaurant is a nice place to spend an evening (Her Rest. is a bit pricy, and food is not that good, if you message me I'll give you the low down if you want). Good Luck and Happy Camping !!

We stayed (not in an RV) on Tybee island, which has a nice Lighthouse and museum , Fort Scriven and battery Garland- a good at least half day. Also saw Pinpoint Heritage Museum, fascinating look at the Gullah/Geechee culture- worth the trip.

Horsedoc wrote:Going to be a bit buggy, but anytime in the summer will be bugs below North Carolina, especially around the coast. Great place to see history and enjoy some pretty good food.Double ditto. November through March is the best time to see Savannah: mild temps and no bugs, ticks, etc. In our opinion, December is the best time to see Savannah with its holiday light shows and decorations such as the parade of boats. Skidaway SP is a good choice.For summer we stay in the mountains which have more comfortable temps and fewer gnats and mosquitoes than the coasts. There are a number of historic cities and towns in the mountains that are enjoyable. Just a quick thought brings up two such examples:-Lexington, VA with its two universities dating to before the Civil War; Goshen Pass and Natural Bridge are nearby.-Asheville, NC with the Biltmore mansion, arts community, local farms, whitewater rafting, and AT activities

I spent one full day in Savannah this past January as a stopover a break on my drive to Key West. Weather was beautiful as was the whole downtown area. Lots of history as well as fun bars and restaurants. I have never been there prior to this, and it is on my list of places to return soon.

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fil564
Explorer
Dec 17, 2016
We stayed on Tybee Island in June, yes it was 90+ and humid but it surprisingly was not real buggy. We did the 45 minute trolley tour to get and overview and then we could pick out what we wanted to see. River street and Forsythe Park are musts and even visit St. John the Baptist Cathedral to see the beauty of it. The Pirate House for the lunch buffet is a must and if you like seafood a trip to Tybee for the Crab Shack is a must.
Mike3
Explorer
Dec 17, 2016
We were in McCallister SP last week. Very nice, although a good bit of damage to the trees by Mathew. The bugs were there but not very bad and not very many other campers.
fcooper
Explorer
Dec 17, 2016
I'm not trying to be a killjoy here, but I think folks visiting Savannah need to know about the crime rate.

We lived near Savannah for 10 years, and it is a great city. For those touring Savannah, please be safe. Savannah has a much higher crime rate than most other cities of comparable size. If touring at night, stay in the populated tourist areas and stay with a group.

You can google crime rate savannah georgia for additional info if interested.

Fred
VE3ESN
Explorer
Dec 16, 2016
Ditto on the no-see-ums. They were BRUTAL in the spring, especially at Blythe Island in Brunswick. They're so small that they fit through the screen openings, but are like "flying mouths". OTOH, we've been to the area in November and there were no real problems with insects. But we would avoid the area in the late spring/summer. JMHO.
Retired_JSO
Explorer
Dec 15, 2016
Savannah in summer will be no see um central. Ft Mccalister is nice but not in the summer.
VE3ESN
Explorer
Dec 14, 2016
empty_nest wrote:
It's that time of year (for us) to start making plans for next summer's vacation.

A couple year's ago, we traveled to Charleston, Sc and loved it. We've been tossing Savannah, Ga around as a destination. Never been there but I've been told that it's a "must". Is there anyone with local experience that can give me a little run-down on things to see/do? We love the history; ie. civil war stuff, plantations, etc.

Also thinking about staying at Skidaway Island State Park. We prefer state parks over private CG's.

Thanks.

We've been to both Skidaway and Ft. McAllister which is just south of Savannah in Richmond Hill, GA. IMHO, Ft. McAllister is slightly nicer and an easier drive to the historic area of Savannah. But they're both very nice state parks with large sites. Enjoy!
empty_nest
Explorer
Dec 14, 2016
Appreciate all the input!! Based on what I have read here, I think we have a winner! The planning begins.............
garyemunson
Explorer II
Dec 14, 2016
We love Savannah! The railroad museum is a must along with the incredible Jere's antique furniture store just off Bay St. I always think of this when I'm staying there!
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1958_Tybee_Island_mid-air_collision
johnhicks
Explorer
Dec 14, 2016
Savannah is much like Charleston.

If you don't have a toad you might consider Red Gate Farms RVP; you can have the trolley bus pick you up at the CG. Or with a toad, maybe Hardeeville RVP.

Be sure to go to Mrs. Wilkes (early, wait in line) and Clary's.
johnhicks
Explorer
Dec 14, 2016
Savannah is much like Charleston.

If you don't have a toad you might consider Red Gate Farms RVP; you can have the trolley bus pick you up at the CG. Or with a toad, maybe Hardeeville RVP.

Be sure to go to Mrs. Wilkes (early, wait in line) and Clary's.

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