Moon Charleston & Savannah

by Jim Morekis

Overview

Whether you're relaxing on a romantic beach, soaking up the rich history, or reveling in the Southern hospitality, dig into these fun-loving sister cities with Moon Charleston & Savannah.

• Explore the cities: Navigate by neighborhood or by activity with color-coded maps of both Charleston and Savannah
• See the sights: Browse the museums on Savannah's historic River Street, take a carriage ride through Charleston's French Quarter, or check out the wares at the Old City Market. Visit Civil War battlefields, check out the First African Baptist Church, and learn about the area's important African American history
• Get a taste of the South: Sample classic shrimp and grits, juicy barbecue, or seafood straight off the boat. Savor innovative cuisine at James Beard Award-winning restaurants, and discover up-and-coming spots focusing on local, sustainable ingredients
• Bars, entertainment, and nightlife: Watch the sunset from a rooftop bar, see what's on tap at a craft brewery, or mingle with the locals at a French Quarter dive. Catch a live gig from the next big indie band, sip swanky artisan cocktails, or indulge in Savannah's to-go cup tradition on a stroll through the Historic District
• Honest advice: Jim Morekis was born and raised in Savannah and shares his local insight into these beautiful cities
• Itineraries and day trips: Follow itineraries designed for families, beach lovers, history buffs, foodies, and more, and get outside the city with full chapters on Hilton Head and the Lowcountry and the Golden Isles
• Helpful resources on COVID-19 and traveling to Charleston and Savannah
• Full-color photos and detailed maps
• Handy tools: Background information on the area's landscape, history, and culture, tips on getting there and getting around, and advice for travelers with disabilities, families with children, seniors, and LGBTQ+ travelers

With Moon's practical tips and local know-how, you can experience the best of Charleston and Savannah.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781640495395
Publisher:	Avalon Publishing
Publication date:	03/01/2022
Series:	Travel Guide
Sold by:	Hachette Digital, Inc.
Format:	eBook
Sales rank:	919,194
File size:	35 MB
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About the Author

Maybe its because he was born in the same hospital as Flannery O'Connor, but there's no doubt that Jim Morekis has writing in his blood. As longtime editor-in-chief of the weekly newspaper Connect Savannah, the University of Georgia graduate has written about and experienced pretty much every cultural happening in the area. He credits his love of travel to his mother, Elizabeth, who was John Berendt's travel agent during his stint in Savannah while writing Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.

As for the ongoing debate over which city is better, Charleston or Savannah, Jim calls it a tie: Charleston has better long-term planning, but Savannah has to-go cups (allowing anyone to explore the Historic District with a beer or cocktail in hand).

Table of Contents

Discover Charleston & Savannah 6

10 Top Experiences 10

Planning Your Trip 18

The Best of Charleston and Savannah 21

Southern Cooking: High Style and Homestyle 23

Top Tours 24

Celebrate Black Heritage 25

Coastal Cruising on U.S. 17 26

Family Fun 28

Best Recreation 30

Seaside Romance 31

Life's Beach 32

Charleston 34

Sights 47

Entertainment and Nightlife 80

Arts and Culture 88

Shops 91

Recreation 96

Restaurants 102

Hotels 112

Transportation and Services 118

Hilton Head and the Lowcountry 121

Beaufort 124

Outside Beaufort 137

Edisto Island 144

Hilton Head Island 146

Bluffton and Daufuskie Island 162

Points Inland 167

Savannah 171

Sights 186

Entertainment and Nightlife 227

Arts and Culture 235

Shops 237

Recreation 242

Restaurants 248

Hotels 257

Transportation and Services 263

The Golden Isles 266

Brunswick and Glynn County 270

Jekyll Island 277

St. Simons Island 284

Darien and McIntosh County 291

Cumberland Island and St. Marys 295

The Okefenokee Swamp 301

Background 306

The Landscape 306

Plants and Animals 312

History 318

Government and Economy 336

People and Culture 338

Essentials 341

Transportation 341

Recreation 344

Travel Tips 346

Health and Safety 348

Information and Services 349

Resources 352

Suggested Reading 352

Internet Resources 354

Index 356

List of Maps 364

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