SAVANNAH Georgia (June 11, 2008) -- The economy is foremost on everybody’s mind this summer. The dwindling value of the U.S. dollar versus the Euro is keeping many vacationers on this side of the ocean.
Predictions of ever-rising fuel prices have most folks re-thinking their summer travel plans. Instead of doling out dollars at the gasoline pumps, many travelers are opting for a “stay-cation” –-choosing to explore and enjoy locations near their own homes.
Why travel half a world away to the French Rivera or coast of Spain, when you can enjoy that sultry port experience in Savannah, a vacation close to home? It’s a great time to be a tourist in your own town.
“Unless you have strolled through lush squares with their canopy of trees in summer, had dinner on the terrace at one of Savannah’s fine restaurants, taken a carriage ride on a still summer night, enjoyed sweet ice cream from Leopold’s or spectacular ice tea, you have not enjoyed the very essence of summer in the South,” shares Jane Sales, executive innkeeper at The Presidents’ Quarters in downtown Savannah. (225 East President Street, 912-233-1600, Toll Free 800-233-1776, www.PresidentsQuarters.com).
“People travel from all over the world to enjoy Savannah’s mystique. Italy has centuries-old, architecturally elite buildings, churches and museums – and so does Savannah! The city is chock-full of exciting galleries and shops to explore. And for the beach-inclined, Tybee Island, Savannah’s palm-lined beach is only a short drive away,” Sales adds.
HOLIDAY CLOSE TO HOME
Check in for a worry-free escape or a “just because” holiday where surroundings impress at the newly renovated and ideally situated Presidents Quarters Inn twin mansions overlooking Oglethorpe Square. From this prime historic district location, it’s a quick jaunt -– or, leisurely saunter in the sultry heat -- to historic River Street, Broughton Street (the town’s main business, theatre and shopping artery), and many of Savannah’s famous and beautiful squares.
The tony lodging exudes a charming blend of old and genteel, new and hip. “Guests love the new spirit and comfortable, modern edginess of the freshly renovated historic inn,” shares Sandy Traub, spokesperson at The Presidents’ Quarters. “The pace is newly refreshed and comfortably slow. And, the Guest Services staff at The Presidents’ Quarters will guide the way to personal interests, fun nightlife or shopping, exquisite strolls and picture-perfect settings.”
Constructed in 1855, the historic inn features tastefully appointed, overly spacious suites with fireplaces, private terrace balconies, and an expanded signature breakfast best enjoyed in the front parlor or the pretty little outdoor courtyard.
Great value amenities include on-site free parking, pre-dinner appetizers and wine, plus the inn’s signature homemade breakfast. “These amenities alone save guests $50 or more on comforts and conveniences,” Sales says.
Traub advises that The Presidents’ Quarters staff will gladly design an exclusive package for individual Savannah vacations, including a personal sightseeing guide. “High interest topics are southern cooking, architectural tours, romantic dinners, art and culture.”
Whatever your reason to get away for an evening or two -- romantic, cultural or simply as a welcome home to your service person –- get out for one or two evenings in beautiful Savannah. “We will point to the restful cool spots as well as the sultry adventures,” Sales adds.
GETTING THERE
Easily assessable from I-95 and I-16, Savannah’s military, bedroom and agrarian communities are less than an hour away. Anticipate your arrival. Bring your easy-walking shoes and casual attire of light cottons. You will want to enjoy everything from active or lazy pleasures to creative cuisine.
ABOUT THE PRESIDENTS’ QUARTERS
The Presidents' Quarters, an historic bed and breakfast inn, is acclaimed as an influential place where generals, governors, politicians and business pioneers have shaped Savannah and the nation’s history. Freshly renovated in 2007, the two stately Federal mansions (ca. 1855) feature sixteen one-of-a-kind guest quarters, each named to honor U.S. Presidents who visited Savannah, panoramic courtyard, free on site parking, balconies and private entrances at street level.
Praised for extraordinary service and marketed as “Luxury with a Lineage” the property is featured in Fodor’s short list of Savannah and Charleston's Best B&Bs & Inns (2007),“ Travel Girl Magazine (2008), a movie location of "Roots," and famous as a favored place where General Robert E. Lee visited overnight with his old West Point classmate. 225 East President Street on Oglethorpe Square, Savannah, Georgia 31401. Telephone 912 / 233-1600 or USA Toll Free 800 / 233-1776, FAX 912-238-0849. Email info@presidentsquarters.com and on the Web www.presidentsquarters.com.
Press Contact:
Sandy Traub
SPATIOR Storyline Marketing
straub@spatior.com
912-398-9828
