The Tybee Island Wedding Chapel, a Premier Wedding Venue

The Tybee Island Wedding Chapel, a Premier Wedding Venue for your destination beach wedding awaits to host your special event in their elegant and romantic setting.

Tybee Island Wedding Chapel and Oceanfront Cottage Rentals officially opened the Tybee Island Wedding Chapel June 24, 2011.  The chapel, once a cinematic landmark, repurposed as an elegant destination wedding and special event venue located on a wooded lot just seconds from the beautiful sandy beach.

The wedding chapel was recently renovated to accommodate wedding events and features a bridal parlor, groom's dressing room, classic pews or chiavari chairs, state-of-the-art sound and lighting system, a baby grand piano, full caterer's kitchen and enough tables for 150 festive guests that will be enjoying a delicious coastal cuisine and charming oceanfront accommodations in one of the rental cottages or nearby hotels.

"We're delighted to bring a romantic new wedding venue to Tybee Island," said Stacye Jarrell, owner and founder of Tybee Island Wedding Chapel and Oceanfront Cottage Rentals. "The chapel is a beautiful venue visitors and event professionals can choose when they decide to make Tybee Island their event destination."

Since its soft opening in April 2011, the Tybee Island Wedding Chapel has booked over 50 weddings and it is already receiving many high marks, including upcoming features in The Knot and Wedding Magazine.

"It was a moment of pure chance when I decided to acquire the chapel for an event venue," said Jarrell. "The idea was to help further opportunity on the island and remind our regional beach-lovers that Tybee Island is the perfect setting for their destination wedding."

For more information about the Tybee Island Wedding Chapel or to arrange a site visit or tour, please visit Tybee Wedding Chapel or call 912-786-0054 or 800-786-5889.

Oyster Roasts, Arts & Crafts and Folk Music

Oyster Roasts, Arts and Crafts and Folk Music are all part of a very special tradition in Savannah that take place on the First Friday and First Saturday of each month.  These are all family friendly events and there is something for everyone.

'First Friday Oyster Roast & Fireworks' are at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa every First Friday.  People enjoy live entertainment, dancing, plus what the night is famous for- buckets and buckets of oysters.  There are also other tasty grill items to enjoy for those not interested in the shellfish morsels and a full bar.  The evening is capped off with a fireworks show that is always a crowd pleaser.  It all begins at 7pm and concludes at 10pm.

'First Friday for Folk Music' is Savannah's monthly showcase for local and nationally acclaimed folk music talent.  It all starts at 7:30pm on the First Friday of each month at the First Presbyterian Church located at 520 Washington Avenue.  All shows are non-smoking, non-alcohol and family friendly with baked cookies and beverages available at nominal cost.  Suggested donation for the concert is $2.

'First Saturday on the River' is a plaza full of great artisans unique one-of-a-kind works ranging from simple crafts to exquisite fine art.  Plus you can sample Repicci’s Italian ices, Savannah Popcorn’s kettle corn, cold beverages and much more as you amble along Rousakis Riverfront Plaza on Historic River Street.

Come and stay in Historic Savannah for a family fun vacation with memories that will last a life time. Contact us today!

Historic Tybee Island Light Station and Museum of Tybee Is.

Historic Tybee Island Light Station and Museum of Tybee Is. is one of many awe-inspiring sites to see on a tour of Tybee Island.  First ordered by Gen. James Oglethorpe in 1732 this lightouse is one of America's most intact left with all of its historic support buildings on its own five acre site.

Rebuilt several times the current light station display's its distinct 1916 day mark with 178 stairs to the magnificent 9 foot tall First Order Fresnel lens, this beacon of light continues to guide mariners safely into the Savannah River as it has done for over 270 years.

Under the management of Station Keeper Cullen Chambers and his staff, they keep the Tybee Island Light Station as one of North America's most beautiful Maritime museums in use.

Whether it is for business or pleasure, give one of our Savannah Inns a call or book online one of our many beautiful guest room in historic Savannah Georgia.  Happy 4th of July!

Celebrate the 4th of July 2011 in historic Savannah Georgia

Celebrate the 4th of July this year in historic and beautiful Savannah Georgia.  There are many wonderful and family fun activities starting on July 1, some of which go all weekend long.

Here is a list of events around the Savannah area which we hope you will come and be a part of.

Great American Weekend - Amble along Rousakis Riverfront Plaza enjoying the sights and sounds while browsing exhibitor booths of art and chatting with the artists themselves.  Food concessions available.

July 4th Weekend at Old Fort Jackson - Visit Old Fort Jackson and step into the shoes of the soldiers that were stationed here during the Revolutionary War, War of 1812, and the Civil War.

Celebrate July 4th at Tricentennial Park - Listen to a reading of the Declaration of Independence and learn about the 1779 Battle of Savannah. Steam train rides and activities continue at the Georgia State Railroad Museum.

6th Annual Patriotic Big Band Salute - Savannah Swings! - Jeremy Davis and the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra and our amazing cast of singers, featuring Clay Johnson, will be in full swing at the Savannah Theater on July 4 for one fantastic show. We will be honoring our American military heroes with a patriotic big band salute. A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit the next phase of Savannah WWII "A World Apart" monument on River Street.

July 4th Celebration - Celebrate good times with a patriotic decorating contest (pets, yourself, your bikes, etc.), hayrides, crafts, a greased pole climb and other challenges.

Fireworks Spectacular - Fireworks from River Street.

July 4th Fireworks Cruise - Celebrate our nation's independence on the Savannah River Queen and the Georgia Queen! On this 1 1/2 hour cruise, enjoy the music of our riverboat DJ who will be spinning all of your favorite tunes! The highlight of the evening will be the spectacular waterfront fireworks display.

Mark your calendars now to be in Savannah Georgia for this event and don’t forget to make your lodging reservations in advance at a premier Savannah bed and breakfast.

Visit Georgia Historical Society during 2011 summer vacation

Visit the Georgia Historical Society during your 2011 summer vacation for great vacation ideas throughout the Peach State.  The Georgia Historical Society has many wonderful ideas from Civil War commemoration events and festivals to road trips along its 2,000+ Historical Marker routes.

The Society has been publishing Georgia history almost since its founding and remains committed to this vital part of its mission.  They are the premier independent statewide institution responsible for collecting, examining, and teaching Georgia history.

Chartered by the Georgia General Assembly in 1839, the Georgia Historical Society is the state’s oldest cultural organization and first and only statewide historical society with offices in Savannah & Atlanta ready to serve you.

Do your vacation plans include a trip to Savannah?  Make it a more special visit by staying at one of Romantic Inns of Savannah’s unique bed and breakfasts.

Tybee Island Marine Science Center 2011 Sea Camp

The Tybee Island Marine Science Center 2011 Sea Camp is here and there is still time to get your kids signed up!  The Tybee Island Marine Science Center offers great educational & fun programs for visitiors, student groups and Boy & Girl Scouts troops where the classroom is not only inside the Center, but can be on the beach, in the marsh or at the Coastal Georgia Gallery.

The Sea Camp has 3 unique 4 day long (Monday - Thursday) camps this summer for different age groups:
The Mini-Beach Explorers is for ages 4-5.
The Coastal Adventure is for those age 6-8.
The Marine Quest is for kids ages 9-11.
Click here for a Sea Camp brochure in PDF format to read more about each camp, costs and session dates.

Come and stay in Historic Savannah for a family fun vacation with memories that will last a life time. Contact us today!

Roundhouse Railroad Museum 2011 Summer Camps

Roundhouse Railroad Museum 2011 Summer Camps in Savannah are coming up soon!  The summer camps offer fun opportunities for young children and their families to enjoy learning together.

The camps are themed and age appropriate and have included trains and life in Savannah during the colonial times and the 1800's.  The Roundhouse Railroad Museum, Old Fort Jackson, Battlefield Park and the Savannah History Museum provide the perfect environment to learn more about Savannah.

'Get On Board' is a camp for children ages 3-5 years.  'The Great Train Exploration' is for kids rising 1st - 3rd grades and 'Deerskins, Rice and Cotton: Life in Early Savannah' is for grades rising 1st - 5th.

Click here for more information including the 2011 Summer Camp Guide and Registration Form.

Mark your calendars now to be in Savannah Georgia for this event and don’t forget to make your lodging reservations in advance at a premier Savannah bed and breakfast.