Travel-Savannah, Georgia

 

Savannah, Georgia

   Dreams don’t cost anything but realizing those dreams takes time, money, and the cooperation of many people.  I’m thankful my dream of a trip to Savannah, Georgia became a reality, and it was wonderful.
   The pictures of Savannah in the Southern Living have always intrigued me.  It took years of looking at magazines before I actually made the trip and discovered the pictures didn’t do it justice.
    What is known as the historic district was planned by General Oglethorpe in the early 1720’s.  He laid the city out with 20 some squares; 22 squares or parks remain.  Preservation of the buildings was enhanced in the 1950’s by Lucy Barrow McIntire and her committee of 6 women.  It was their leadership that provide the charm of today.
   In the 1970’s Savannah College of Art and Design was established.  Instead of building new buildings they have repurposed over 60 for use as classrooms and dorms.  Their students continue to add to the beauty of the place.
   Chinese Fringe trees were in bloom but it is the Live Oak with its dripping Spanish Moss that is outstanding.  Magnolia trees with large shiny leaves added to the setting.

   Trolley drivers serve as tour guides; they told us that it was neither Spanish nor moss, but in the pineapple family.  Don’t be tempted to take some home in your suitcase because it is full of chiggers.
   Eating and shopping were part of the fun.  “Goose Feathers Café,” located in City Market was a favorite with our group.  Food and service were outstanding at “The Old Pink House.”   “The Paris Market” had pink macaroons to die for.

   We took advantage of the pedicab; our driver was so helpful, telling us about the favorite places and taking us there.  If you go be prepared for lots of walking or  call the pedicab company.   The trolleys with their on and off options were good, too.

   The fountain at Forsyth Square has become the symbol of the city.  Movies and postcards celebrate the place.  That is where you want to get your “selfie.”

   We made the trip to nearby Tybee Island to see the long, sandy beach.  Sunbathers enjoyed the 80 degree weather but the ocean water was cold.
   Travel is rewarding, even if you need a walking stick, (which I did) so dust off your dreams and go.47                                  

A good time was had by all