Georgia Travel Forum

We will have a 6 hour layover in Atlanta. We get in about 6 AM on a Saturday. Is there a really nice or fun place to go and have breakfast - and maybe do something else and still get back to the airport in time? 3 adults traveling together - no kids. Thanks in advance for ANY suggestions on how to spend our time!

My adult daughter and I will be in atlanta for three day Sep 29..what hotel are really nice around 14th street...not as expensive as the Four Seasons Thnx much

Hello. We are 2 couples who will be attending a conference the end of may 2010 in Atlanta at the convention center. Since we are from different parts of the country, we would like to arrive a few days early and wondered if anyone has suggestions of someplace to stay near Atlanta--we will rent a car. We are not interested in typical sight seeing as we will do some of that during the conference. Looking more for a cabin perhaps or "resort" type place that has lovely scenery. Like to walk and enjoy time together. Budget is about $150/couple for lodging. Any suggestions would be much appreciated.

We are having a wedding there in Oct and didn't know if yall had a private room 30 people! And if so what would be the price per person!

Hi guys (sorry for such a long post),

I'm looking at a surprise "romantic" trip (we aren't exactly overly romantic, so don't go too far with the "romantic" part) for me and my lady to the Helen area during Oktoberfest. However, I'd also like to get out and see Unicoi SP and Anna Ruby Falls.

Do you have any suggestions for nice places to stay? I don't necessarily mean 3 or 4 or 5 star hotels, but something maybe like a cabin? I've looked into a few (as well as the "cottages" and lodge at Unicoi SP) but it's hard to tell about these places online. A huge majority of these cabins look nice and lure you in with "$85/night!!" but then you find out that there's an additional 12% tax, a $30/night cleaning fee, and that on weekends it's actually $120/night or something crazy like that.

Anyone have any experience with staying in the lodge or cottages at Unicoi? What are some other things to do? And what is your general opinion of Helen? Some people seem to say it has it's charm but some say it's so touristy it's hard to have a good time. Even if it's bad, I'm mostly interested in the scenic views and a few beers. I'd love to go tubing or canoeing, but we'll be coming in October or November probably, so I'm sure that's out of the question. Any general advice or tips is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

What is the approximate cab fare from the Savannah airport to the Historic District? Or is there a more convenient or more inexpensive way to get to the Historic District?

Will the weather at the end of October require a light jacket in the evening? Can I wear regular summer clothing during the day?

Regarding questions about Jekyll.... We have a similar dilemma now. We have been there several times mostly because it is secluded, cheap, and has some areas of interest. House rentals are particularly attractive and many accept pets. BUT, as said the insects can be pretty bad since there's wetlands (swamps) nearbye. Bearable if you don't mind slathering on the Deet. If there's a stiff wind the beach may not be that bad. (There's a kind of striped fly that really packs a wallop. We called them swordflies, for obvious reasons.)

But why I said I'd never go back is the silting. Much of the beach on the northern half of the island disappears at high tide. Most of rest at low tide is a field of mud at the water line. Even at high tide, walk out a little way and you're standing in a foot of ooze. Often the water looks muddy and disgusting. Some in the family disagree whether it's tolerable. So, we are still debating. We haven't been back in a number of years, but I can only assume it hasn't gotten any better and maybe even worse. If I'm wrong or things have changed, I would appreciate feedback. But to me, it's a major problem 'cause I like the surf. Who doesn't?

We will be going to Atlanta to a family wedding in August near Vista Grove. We have never been to Atlanta and would like to stay in a safe yet fun area if that exists near this area. Also, any ideas for good hotels/places to stay would be great-

I was in Atlanta about five years ago and loved the nightlife in the Buckhead area. I friend of mine is their right now (7-14-09) and is claiming most of the bars have been closed. Is he in the wrong spot or has it changed?

I plan to drive THROUGH (not stopping) Atlanta in August. I really do not want to adjust my schedule too much but just HOW BAD is the traffic now at 4:30 or 5:30 PM on a Monday? Several years ago I drove through Atlanta after 6:00 PM and it was fine. If I will be sitting in a stopped car for an hour maybe I should get up extra early.

I will be spending a couple of weeks in Athens attending a class at the US Navy facility. I know nothing about Athens, have been in the war zone more often than not over the last couple of years so I'm probably a little short on "acceptable" at times but I am looking at going out in the evenings and having a good meal, cocktails and conversation.... preferably with members of the fairer sex... and maybe aven a night of karaoke. I would love to hear where to get some quality southern food preferably froma "mom and pop" type place. Some place with live weekend music that is fairly relaxed would be a bonus.
Thanks in advance

taking a road trip tomorrow from Wilmington to Valdosta GA and wondered if there is anything nearby I-95 worth stopping at or seeing?
thank you.

I'm a ghost enthusiast. I want to do a good ghost tour in Savannah. I want a local tour guide, and a ghost tour that's not fake and cheesy. Does anyone know of any?I'll be there for the 4th of July.

Were in or neer Bainbridge can you have a good steak dinner? thanks for your reply

What are the hours of operation and the prices for the Augusta Museum. Their web site was not helpful.

Hi,

I'm in Atlanta for a business trip and like to rent a very small cabin in the north georgia mountains. It's only me, so no need for a big place.
Though, it should have a great view and a balcony, because I still need to get some work done.
Any tips?

Thanks a lot!

Chris

I was wondering when your operation date starts and ends this year?

My husband and I are planning a trip to Savannah in early May. We are planning on staying at the Thunderbird Inn near downtown, but want to spend days at the beach. If we can get away with not renting a car, that would be great. But, I haven't been able to get any information about whether or not there is a shuttle service, trolley, etc. to the beach!

Our family will be going to Atlanta in September for a mini-vacation:) So I've started to plan our trip...as when I go somewhere I have to be a total tourist!! I would like to take in the Georgia aquarium while we're there. We are looking at going on a Thursday of Friday, if that matters. Anyway I was wondering about how much time should we allow for the aquarium? I realize this varies from person to person but am looking for a ballpark guess so we can plan accordingly. According to their website they will be open from 10am-5pm. Would it take from opening to close to see it all or could we do it in 3-4 hours? We are looking at getting a package deal on the aquarium and some other attractions. Hubby really wants to see the Titantic exhibit(we'll be there about a week before it's scheduled to close) but the package we're looking at only includes general admission...would we be able to upgrade? Also any idea if they have any patches/badges for scouts to earn/purchase while we're there? My daughter is in girl scouts and it would be neat for her to be able to earn something on vacation. Also would it be easy to manuever a stroller around the aquarium? Would we also be able to fit in the world of coca-cola or should we save that for another day? Sorry for so many questions and thanks in advance for any help/advice you can offer!!

Hi... I'm travelling to Savannah w/ my husband the week of May 3rd, but he will be in conference events through the whole week. I have basically 1 full day and 3 half days to do with Savannah what I want! What would be your plans for those 4 days?

My husband and I are considering Savannah for a anniversary trip, but since our anniversary is in September I wondered if it would be a good time to go there. Can anyone tell me?

We are taking a Camping Family Vacation to Fernandina Beach Fla. We would like to take a day trip to Jekyll Island. Which are the best Island tours?? Is there a good ghost tour? We have a 16 year old who is easily bored. The Websight told of bad restaurants:Buccaneer and Zachary's which are the good ones??

From your room at the hampton Inn do you have a nice view of the river?

Two old farts (escaping for a while from our spouses), are going from Las Vegas to get a car. We are driving it back to Maine. I have never been in Georgia that I can recall. The airport doesn't count in my book.
We are trying to decide whether to stay on the interstate and go through Jacksonville, or cut the corner to Savannah on April 22. We will be driving from New Orleans (with an early start), and were thinking we would spend the night in Savannah or Charleston. We could stay in any small town on the way (spending the night on the coast or a fancy place is not critical). Any B&B advice would also be welcome. We really won't take too much time for sightseeing or do the "touristy thing", but we will stop now and then to take pictures and, of course, eat once or three times.
We are big foodies, so if there are advantages to going one way or another, and hitting some specific towns, if they offer better eating opportunities, then we will go that way. Forget chain restaurants; we won't eat at them. We'd like good Georgia Low Country food and/or seafood!
When I say cut across, we could go just about any way, but I would like to go through Savannah as we head up the coast. We might get off I-10 between Mobile and Tallahassee.
I'd appreciate any advice you have.

I am trying to plan a family vacation for June and need some help. We are a family of 4 with 2 teenagers looking for a beach and outdoor activities. We pick a different location each year (that's the rule) but I am having some trouble this year. Hubby doesn't like flying so it makes it hard to find something different each year. I have been looking at the Georgia coast but need some direction in which island would be best. Adults would like to visit Savannah but we want to stay on the beach. I had considered Tybee but after reading several reviews I am confused. What are the beaches like? We all like a laid back environment without crowds. I had also considered St. Simons or Jekyll but they are a little further than I wanted to stay from Savannah. However if the beaches are nicer I could handle the drive. I had also look at Hilton Head but after reading the reviews I think it is a little more commercial than I wanted. Can anyone compare the beaches to somewhere else? We have visited Gulf Shores, PCB, Myrtle Beach, Biloxi (not impressed to much mud), Destin and Calica Mexico. We like fishing, bikes, horseback, walking on the beach, canoes and just lying around on the beach with some shopping and history eased in.

Please help!

My husband and I are going to Savannah for our first visit on Memorial Day Weekend to celebrate our 5th anniversary. We are avid B&B travelers, but have been having a really hard time trying to decide between the three listed above. We want to have a great room, a great breakfast and a great location. Does anyone have an opinion about any of the three of these? Thanks for the help!!!

My wife and I ( age 49 & 48) will be visiting Savannah the week of April 13. Are there any areas near the historic district we should avoid?
We like to visit antique shops and I am particularly interested in Civil War history. I also like to fish. Besides the things to do and attractions listed on this website, are there any other interesting things you would recommend we visit or do in this historic town?
Any restaurants besides the Lady and Sons you would highly recommend?

What are the three best hotels on the riverfront in Savannah in newness or cleanliness and location etc. What would you say is the very best hotel-Thanks-Gene

I have a 4 hour layover in Atlanta in the next couple weeks. How can I take in the aquarium in the most efficient manner? Do I take a taxi from the airport directly there? How much is the taxi?....and how easy is it to get a taxi back?? Any thoughts appreciated!!! Bill

My wife and I plan to spend sometime in Savannah this year. Is the spring or the fall the best time to enjoy Savannah?