Georgia Savannah in July, 2013

Calzone said:
From my research Savannah is a great city. I take note about the crime. It seems that if the prevailing weather is like New York in July but longer I will like it or learn to like it. Because of great love I think my gal will too.

Life in New York is hard and perhaps not really sustainable, but its an exciting place. I lived out in New Mexico for a year and a half. Unlike other New Yorkers I adopted the local culture and their way of life. The land of manana I found enchanting. I left that New York/Yankee attitude back in New York.

Cal
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if you plan to be spending most of your time downtown, there is actually a LOT of tree coverage. there is plenty of shade to be found, everywhere. on the streets, in the squares, under the overhangs of the stores and cafe’s. its both beautiful and wonderfully helpful to beat the heat. I think you may be surprised at how much tree coverage there is downtown. so hot or not, there is a lot of shade.

I could say a lot about savannah. its an incredibly unique city, both for the south and for the US. as someone who has spent a lot of time overseas in europe and asia and in a lot of cities like manila, london, paris, etc. savannah is as unique as these cities, but on a much smaller scale and with a charm all its own. if you’ve ever seen ‘midnight in the garden of good and evil’ its somewhat cliché but very true that this city is both as weird and outright friendly and welcoming as that story makes it out to be.
 
As a SCAD grad (MFA Photography '96), I can definitely vouch for its impact on the downtown, all positive.

Once you get out of the downtown, it's really just like other cities -- sprawl, malls, car dealerships, etc. I wasn't really a huge fan of the city when I lived there, but that was in the mid-90's, and it's definitely gotten better since. My personal escape when I lived there was Jekyll Island -- very beautiful and calming.

So where are you guys planning on meeting up? Though it's towards Tybee Island, I highly recommend The Crab Shack -- where the elite eat in their barefeet!
 
séamuis said:
if you plan to be spending most of your time downtown, there is actually a LOT of tree coverage. there is plenty of shade to be found, everywhere. on the streets, in the squares, under the overhangs of the stores and cafe’s. its both beautiful and wonderfully helpful to beat the heat. I think you may be surprised at how much tree coverage there is downtown. so hot or not, there is a lot of shade.

I could say a lot about savannah. its an incredibly unique city, both for the south and for the US. as someone who has spent a lot of time overseas in europe and asia and in a lot of cities like manila, london, paris, etc. savannah is as unique as these cities, but on a much smaller scale and with a charm all its own. if you’ve ever seen ‘midnight in the garden of good and evil’ its somewhat cliché but very true that this city is both as weird and outright friendly and welcoming as that story makes it out to be.
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Seamuis, you gonna sign up on the list? A local would be great to meet!
 
Vince Lupo said:
As a SCAD grad (MFA Photography '96), I can definitely vouch for its impact on the downtown, all positive.

Once you get out of the downtown, it's really just like other cities -- sprawl, malls, car dealerships, etc. I wasn't really a huge fan of the city when I lived there, but that was in the mid-90's, and it's definitely gotten better since. My personal escape when I lived there was Jekyll Island -- very beautiful and calming.

So where are you guys planning on meeting up? Though it's towards Tybee Island, I highly recommend The Crab Shack -- where the elite eat in their barefeet!
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The Crab Shack has been on my list for a few years and never made it...we will this time. As far as meeting up...I have no idea as we haven't discussed it yet. Thanks for bringing it up, Vince...wish you could be there!🙂
 
dave lackey said:
Seamuis, you gonna sign up on the list? A local would be great to meet!
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i would be hesitant to do so, soley because I work at night, and my free time during the day is limited at the moment. one of the great things about savannah, is that even as a tourist, you’ll never be made to feel like anything other than a local. also, while you are downtown, there are many really great resturaunts and shops to try, especially on the famous river street, but during the summer, I can think of no better place to quickly cool off than Leopold’s Ice cream. last year it was included in americas top 10 ice cream shoppes, and is absolutely worth a try. just a free tip. 🙂
 
dave lackey said:
Hmmm...maybe we can come down on Friday instead of Thursday. Duane, would you possibly be coming in a day or two before the training schedule begin on the 21st?🙂
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Sorry its taking me so long to respond but our family drove home yesterday from Philly and we were in the car 12 hours.

I will be unable to get there any sooner as my wife will be out of town that week and I will need to take care of our two sons until she returns.
 
séamuis said:
if you plan to be spending most of your time downtown, there is actually a LOT of tree coverage. there is plenty of shade to be found, everywhere. on the streets, in the squares, under the overhangs of the stores and cafe’s. its both beautiful and wonderfully helpful to beat the heat. I think you may be surprised at how much tree coverage there is downtown. so hot or not, there is a lot of shade.

I could say a lot about savannah. its an incredibly unique city, both for the south and for the US. as someone who has spent a lot of time overseas in europe and asia and in a lot of cities like manila, london, paris, etc. savannah is as unique as these cities, but on a much smaller scale and with a charm all its own. if you’ve ever seen ‘midnight in the garden of good and evil’ its somewhat cliché but very true that this city is both as weird and outright friendly and welcoming as that story makes it out to be.
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Many years ago I read the book and recently I saw the movie. We are staying somewhere downtown. My gal real name is Lyn, but I call her "Maggie." I was making fun of her and started calling her Maggie, short for Margret, because I told her that she must be related to Martha Stewart. She is a bit of a fashion maven and is very particular. Now when I call her by her real name she finds it disturbing. BTW I'm the only person who calls her Maggie. LOL.

I'm just a clever slacker who is a left over old hippy. I kinda stand out in a crowd. Imagine a skinny but muscular Chinese guy with a pony tail and an arrogant chin beard.

I'm thinking that the eclectic and excentric personality of Savannah is a place where I might fit in. I tend to walk around a lot. A few years back I walked the entire city of Portland in 4 days.

Cal
 
All set.

Arriving Friday the 19th hopefully early enough to see Cal.

Departing Sunday the 21st hopefully late enough to see Duane.

In the meantime, I will be at Molly MacPherson's on Congress Street somewhere between my barstool and the floor.
 
burancap said:
All set.

Arriving Friday the 19th hopefully early enough to see Cal.

Departing Sunday the 21st hopefully late enough to see Duane.

In the meantime, I will be at Molly MacPherson's on Congress Street somewhere between my barstool and the floor.
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My company hasn't sent my airline info yet but I due hope to get in before mid afternoon on Sunday.
 
Calzone said:
I'm wondering how oppressive can the heat be in Savannah? For health reasons I may have to leave New York because in the winter I have to stay indoors other than go to work more or less. For about half a year I kinda am restricted because any cold has ill effects. This is particularly hard on me because I am very-very active, and basically I cant go shooting.

Cal
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Split the difference & if you move down south Cal consider making the mountains of Asheville NC your home. Air is much cleaner than NY & not as humid as Savannah. Plus the winters in Asheville would probably be a welcome sight to a New Yorker for dealing with the cold, unlike a flatlander like myself.🙂
 
gb hill said:
Split the difference & if you move down south Cal consider making the mountains of Asheville NC your home. Air is much cleaner & not as humid as Savannah. Plus the winters in Asheville would probably be a welcome sight to a New Yorker for dealing with the cold, unlike a flatlander like myself.🙂
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I can attest to this location as I live a few miles south of Asheville and the winters are comfortable compared to the NE.
 
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