Savannah – An Experience

Steeped in history and offering world class options for vacations including sports, recreation, culture, art and music, Savannah is well known as a top destination for travelers from around the world. With a history dating back to early 1700's, millions of vacationers make this their choice for travel each and every year.

Home to over 130,000 residents in the city itself and a metro area including almost 350,000, Savannah is known as the Hostess City of the South, catering to its residents and visitors alike and offering fine dining, shopping, activities, events and area sites year round.

As a humid subtropical climate, Savannah's weather is characterized by long and humid summers and very little cool weather in winter with freezing only occurring a few times a year. Temperatures range from the 80's and 90's in summer to the 60's in winter with most precipitation falling during the summer months.

What To Do

Savannah is well known for many reasons. Historically, its location has played a large roll in what Savannah has become today, however, some of the most well known features of the area of Savannah include its architecture. Dating back to almost 300 years ago, Savannah's Historic District offers guests a look into the civil war and general southern history of the area. Designed by General James Oglethorpe, the beautiful layout and stunning mansions and museums offer days of places and things to see and do.

Arts and music are also a rich part of the area and offer a creative inspiration. Museums such as the Telfair Museum of Art and festivals such as the Savannah Film Festival and Music Festival offer other enjoyable ways to relax and enjoy the weather and culture of the area.

Food, cultural sites, shopping, beaches, haunted destinations, family fun, festivals, parks, squares and civil war monuments and museums are also found throughout the city and offer unique and interesting experiences as well. Enjoy your own kind of experience when you visit Savannah and find out what makes this a top destination for travel in the U.S. and indeed, the world.

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