Holiday Tour of Homes, Savannah Historic Tour 2011

Have you ever wanted to see the inside of those gorgeous houses around Savannah?  Then take advantage of your stay at a Savannah Bed and Breakfast, during the weekend of December 10-11, 2011 to enjoy the Holiday Tour of Homes.  This yearly event features a tour through some of the city's stunning homes and inns, and the 2011 historic tour of Savannah comes complete with a Victorian Tea and a stage show!

Savannah's Holiday Tour of Historic Homes and Victorian Tea is produced by the Downtown Neighborhood Association.  During this weekend the residents of Savannah's Historic District invite the public into their beautiful homes, all decked out in holiday finery!  Home owners will often have tales to tell about their residence's characteristics and past.  There are two separate tours on Saturday, showcasing a total of twelve lovely homes.

In between the two Saturday tours, there will be a Victorian tea to enjoy at the Downtown Garden Club of Savannah, complete with Victorian sandwiches and other treats!  Members of the Garden Club will be dressed in period clothing.

On Sunday, there will be a tour through a selection of area Inns, including our own Catherine Ward House Inn, and The Green Palm Inn!  The Inn Tour will be followed by "A Christmas Tradition" stage show at the historic Savannah Theatre, featuring music, comedy, and audience participation.

Tickets for each part of the Tour and Activities are available at the Tour Headquarters, but tours do sell out!  Advanced ticket purchase is recommended.  All proceeds go to the Savannah downtown Historic Landmark District.

Savannah's Tour of Homes Schedule and Prices:
Saturday, Dec. 10 at 11:00 am:  Tour #1 - Self-guided tour of six magnificent homes.  Tickets are $30.
Saturday, Dec. 10 at 3:00 pm:  Victorian Tea (with treats) at a mansion not on the tour.  Tickets are $20.
Saturday, Dec. 10 at 5:00 pm:  Tour #2 - Tour of homes eight through twelve with trolley service until 8:00 pm.  Tickets are $30.

Sunday, Dec. 11 at 11:30 am: Self-guided tour of six majestic Savannah Inns.  Tickets are $20.
Sunday, Dec. 11 at 3:00 pm:  "A Christmas Tradition" stage show.  Tickets are $30.

Boat Parade of Lights, Savannah Christmas Parade

Savannah bed and breakfasts invite you to the city's annual post-Thanksgiving activities!  One of our favorite events is the annual Boat Parade of Lights.  This is Savannah's "Christmas Parade" on the Savannah River waterfront during our "Holly Days" Holiday Series events sponsored by the Savannah Harbor Foundation and the Westin Savannah Harbor.

Beginning at 5:00 p.m. on November 26 at the Westin Riverwalk, General James Edward Oglethorpe will address attendees and officiate the tree lighting, before the Boat Parade of Lights brings the Savannah River to life with boats, lights, and the holiday spirit.  Boat owners from near and far decorate their boats with decorations and lights for a Christmas Parade, Savannah-style, followed by a grand fireworks display!  The parade can be enjoyed from both sides of the river, but is best viewed from River Street, and from The Westin Savannah Harbor.

So come stay at one of Savannah's romantic bed and breakfast inns and join us in officially welcoming the Christmas Season!

Christmas Made in the South, Holiday Craft Fairs

During your November 18-20 stay at your favorite Romantic Inns of Savannah bed and breakfast, enjoy a weekend of holiday shopping at Savannah's Christmas Made in the South (one of the many popular holiday craft fairs in our area) on November 18-20, at the Savannah International Trade & Convention Center.

During this popular event hundreds of skilled regional artists and master craftsmen present everything from popular seasonal decorations, to jewelry, pottery, blown glass, soaps, clothing, and much more!  Visit the Christmas Made in the South Facebook page to find out more about the events, and possibly win free tickets.  Whether you attend to complete your seasonal gift needs, learn more about your favorite art form from the artisans, find inspiration for your own crafts, or even just "window shop," Christmas Made in the South - Savannah is the ideal way to begin the season of giving!

Spend a day at the event, have a wonderful southern dinner, and then return to your Savannah Inn to enjoy a relaxing evening in comfort!

Veteran's Day Promotions, Inns of Savannah Honor Military

Spend Veteran's Day in Savannah this year at one of the Romantic Inns of Savannah. Some of our inns are participation in a national Veteran's Day Promotion program entitled B&Bs for Vets.Participating Inns are providing a free night's stay to active and retired military personnel and vets plus one guest on November 10, 2011.

During your stay at one of our Savannah bed and breakfasts, you may wish to attend Savannah's Veteran's Day parade on November 11th.  Then be sure to make time to visit The Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum.  Special admission rates will be given on November 11th for military veterans and active military personnel.    Also, Fort Pulaski National Park, located 15 miles east of Savannah, is waiving all entrance fees Friday, November 11th through Sunday, November 13th.  A variety of programs and activities are scheduled throughout the weekend at the Fort, including a special military tribute to veterans on Saturday, November 12th.

Visit the B and B for Vets website for additional details.

Stay at Savannah Lodging during Rock N Roll Marathon Series

Stay at Savannah Lodging during the Rock N Roll Marathon Series on November 5, 2011 and you can relax your cares away in luxurious style after a busy day whether you ran the race or not.

There are both a 1/2 Marathon and a full marathon for participants to choose from.  The start line for the race is Bay Street & Bull Street with the finish line at Forsyth Park and the begins at 7:30 am.  Runners will start in heats based on experience level and estimated finish time, for more information click here.

Musicians who will be all along the course are going to rock and roll the runners as the go by.  Later that night, Carolina Liar the headliner concert will take the stage.

It is a family fun event that you wont want to miss as a spectator or participant so be in Savannah on November 5 and find your Savannah lodging here.

Savannah Greek Festival October 13-15, 2011 Savannah vacation

A fun and exciting Savannah vacation idea is the 60th Annual Savannah Greek Festival this October 13th - 15th, 2011.  This years festival will be the largest and gradest Greek Festival in Savannah history.

The annaul event will feature Greek food specialties, traditional dancing, church tours of the St Paul's Greek Orthodox Church, a market place and a live band.  To download the menu, Click Here.

The festival begins on Thursday, October 13th and ends Saturday, October 15th and is open from 11am - 9pm each day of the event.

The festival will have FREE admission until 4pm on Thursday and Friday with a $2 donation after 4pm both days.  Saturday will have a requested donation of $2 all day.

Take a Savannah vacation in mid-October to take part in the 60th Annual Savannah Greek Festival and stay at one of these fine Savannah Bed and Breakfast.

Tybee Pirate Festival, October 6-9, 2011 Tybee Island Events

The 7th Annual Tybee Pirate Festival, October 6th - 9th, 2011 is one of this years Tybee Island Events your family will not want to miss out on.

Swashbucklers of all ages will be setting sail for Tybee Island to join in the merriement of this years festival during Columbus Day weekend.

Whether your discovering Pirate Fest for the first time or your coming back again you will not be dissapointed with this years Tybee Pirate Festival.  Events include a Pirtate Victory Parade, Live entertainment, Costume Contest, childrens activities and the Thieves Market that will be filled with treasures, grog (beverages) and grub (food).

Raise anchor and set sail for Tybee Island and join the crew for a adventure filled weekend at this years Tybee Pirate Festival and when you do, book your lodging at a Savannah Bed and Breakfast