Blog Categories
Ask Chris Business Spotlight Dining Events History Hotels Nightlife Rants and Raves Savannah Celebrities This and That Weddings
This and That
Winston’s Wine Cellar
Winston's Wine Cellar at Churchill's is open to all wedding parties, birthday bashers, and business networkers, to come and check out the very elegant and very chic new wine cellar that opened on February 28, 2013.
Winston's Wine Cellar at Churchill's is open to all wedding parties, birthday bashers, and business networkers, to come and check out the very elegant and very chic new wine cellar that opened on February 28, 2013.
It is the only wine cellar as of yet, and they are expecting some really neat things to happen in the near future.
What you ask?
Like a Virtual Wine Tasting, that is what!
A Virtual Wine Tasting will allow a select few wines to be enjoyed here in Savannah at Winston's Wine Cellar, with the rare opportunity to have an interface with the maker of the wine through something very similar to Skype. This will allow the wine tasters to ask questions or relay comments face-to-face with the wine maker who is able to stay at their winery in another state or even another ...
READ MORE
Past Articles
March 11 2013
That’s Sicky Nar Nar
What a name, Sicky Nar Nar, tongue and cheek for the ultimate nirvana of art, a combination of the phrase "That's sick" and "Narley" to be fused together to create the words, "Sicky Nar Nar".
February 4 2013
Neo-Bathaus: Absurdist Works in the Digital Era at the Non-Fiction Gallery
"Art for Art's Sake" is exactly the phrase to explain the motivation behind the Neo-Bathaus: Absurdist Works in the Digital Era, art exhibition going on this month. Non-Fiction Gallery, located at 1522 Bull Street, was founded by Jae Matthews, Alessandra Hoshor, and Alycia Linke (all are attendees of SCAD University), ...
January 31 2013
Dogfish Head + Your Pie and their Valentine’s Treat!
Dogfish Head, it is not something you will find in your tackle box. Dogfish Head is an older home brewery. Back in the day they were known as the moonshiners of beer, because of their excellent ability to produce an outstanding brew, only it was in their backyard.
September 21 2012
How many Georgia cities have served as the state’s capital?
June 6 2012
Dario Escobar & Ralph Rucci: Singular Plural & Evolved at SCADmoa
Now that summer is here and school is out, it’s time to go out and meander the streets of Savannah. If you’re curious to see what the world is offering the art scene this summer, you definitely need to stop by the SCAD Museum of Art.
April 26 2012
Vashti Boutique: Specializing in Accessories
Looking for something bold to compliment that new outfit you just bought? A new pair of earrings to match the ring can say a lot, or maybe a bag to match the shoes?
January 23 2012
How big is the smallest house in Savannah, GA?
January 11 2012
My Sigur Rós INNI Film Experience
Ok so I have two words for this screening – emotional chaos (but in a good way). The Sigur Rós INNI screening was amazing. It was a great mix of emotional storytelling....
December 1 2011
Win 2 FREE Tickets to Savannah Theatre’s A Christmas Tradition!
It's time to get out and spread a little holiday cheer, and what better way to get into the spirit of the season than with Savannah Theatre? Watch their show A Christmas Tradition, on us - we're giving a way two FREE tickets!
November 28 2011
November Contest Winner
Each month, KeytoSavannah.com awards a cool prize to one lucky winner in our free membership drawing. This month, we decided to reveal our winner with a video. Watch it to see who won!
November 18 2011
KeytoSavannah.com’s Free Concierge Service
Did you know that KeytoSavannah.com provides a free concierge service at the Old Savannah Tours Depot located at 250 MLK Jr. Blvd? Stop by for restaurant, shopping, and sights to see recommendations, find the best hotel rates and book a room, or take an Old Savannah Tours trolley tour!
October 31 2011
Win a FREE Buffet for a Family of Four at Lady & Sons!
November is the month of THANKSGIVING and in celebration of good food, we thought we'd give you and your family of four - 2 Adults and 2 Children - a gift certificate good for The Lady's Southern "All You Care to Eat" Buffet at Lady & Sons!
October 13 2011
Tim Arpin Represents Georgia in Cosmo’s Bachelor of the Year 2011 Competition
You might already know that Savannah is one of America's Favorite Cities according to Travel + Leisure Magazine. She's a great hostess, welcoming her visitors with sweet Southern charm, beautiful streets, historic landmarks, and larger-than-life personalities like Paula Dean. But what you most likely did not already know is that another celebrity may very well be being birthed right before our eyes.
September 28 2011
Win 2 FREE Tickets to Trolley Tales of Historic Haunts!
This October, you could win two FREE tickets to Trolley Tales of Historic Haunts, provided by Old Savannah Tours!
September 14 2011
Local teen gets second place in National photo contest
Carly Lanier won 2nd place in the ACIS photography contest and was awarded a $300.00 Amazon Gift Certificate. She can win additional money if she receives the most likes on Facebook. Please support this local Savannah girl by liking her photo!
September 1 2011
Top Fine Dining Restaurants in Savannah
Starting September 1st, once a month KeytoSavannah.com will be taking a look at the best of what Savannah has to offer, and producing a guide so YOU know where to stop. Check out our guide below for the top fine dining restaraunts in Savannah!
June 22 2011
KeytoSavannah.com: Workin’ Hard to be YOUR Guide to Savannah!
KeytoSavannah.com is always working hard to be YOUR guide to all that is Savannah! Continually searching for ways to improve, we've thought up some great new features and launched them today. These additions will make it much easier to navigate our site.
May 24 2011
Aye! Pirates in Savannah!
Ahoy, matey! The Pirates have landed in Savannah - just in time for the Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides premiere.
March 28 2011
Original Girl Scout Cookies
Founded by Savannahian, Juliette Gordon Low in 1912, the Girl Scouts have made a huge impact on the cookie industry! Can you identify the original three Girl Scout cookie favorites?
March 14 2011
The Shamrock | An Irish Symbol of St. Patrick’s Day
Four places in the United States are named after the St. Patrick's Day symbol, the Shamrock. Can you identify which Shamrock is NOT one of the four places?
February 23 2011
Jazz in Reynolds Square
Beautiful weather + Jazz music + Downtown Savannah = Perfect!
January 11 2011
Become a Junior Civil War Historian
Learn now how you or member of your family can become a Junior Civil War Historian in 2011.
January 10 2011
Fee Free Days at Fort Pulaski in 2011
Fee Free Days at Fort Pulaski National Monument in 2011
January 7 2011
Follow Us on Twitter
KeytoSavannah.com, along with the team, can be found on Twitter! Here is how you can find us.
December 15 2010
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
After writing a letter to my true love, I realized several of my favorite Christmas songs made it into my message. Can you find all of the famous, Christmas songs?
November 16 2010
HELLO Savannah! and Fall Design
We are excited to present our new fall design, along with the announcement of the successful first HELLO Savannah! event.
October 21 2010
Clipper Trading Company
The featured business for October is Clipper Trading Company. Located on the corner of Broughton Street and Barnard Street at 201 W Broughton St. Clipper Trading Company is Savannah’s premier reseller of Asian furniture, décor, and collectibles.
October 18 2010
A Day on Tybee Island
When the weather is too hot for downtown Savannah, head for the beautiful beaches of Tybee Island.
October 11 2010
Where do you think ghosts lurk in Savannah?
Savannah is one of America's most haunted cities, vote now for the place in Savannah that you believe houses ghosts!
October 8 2010
Weather in Savannah
Savannah is a town notorious for walking, and fortunately we are graced with the perfect weather. Whether walking along the beach, strolling down River Street, or boating across the river, the weather is typically ideal.
September 10 2010
Mema’s Closet
Hello Savannah! I am Brianne Baggett, the new Web Editor at KeytoSavannah.com and I want to share with you a program that is close to my heart.
September 3 2010
Recycling in Savannah
If you live in the city of Savannah and have an active utility service account with the City, curbside recycling is available to you. But what exactly does this mean? How do you know what to recycle? When is the pick up date? Where do your recyclables go? Don't worry, Key to Savannah is here to answer some frequently asked recycling questions.
September 3 2010
Key to Traveling in Savannah
You’ve made it to Savannah… now, how do you get around? In this article I will talk about transportation into the city of Savannah and to your accommodations. Stay tuned for future articles, where I talk about fun rentals for touring downtown, trolley tours, kayaks and more. Whether you are looking to rent a car, scooter, kayak or bike… or if you are just looking for a quick ride from A to B, I’ll help you get where you need to go in Savannah.
September 3 2010
Summer Camps for Savannah Kids
Summer is right just around the bend and for those of you with a child, that means, “What do I do?” You have a full time job and don’t want to ship the kids off to a babysitter. You want to send them somewhere they are sure to have fun and learn, not just veg in front of the television. If you’d rather your children spend the summer growing and learning, I’ve got some suggestions for you.
September 3 2010
Forsyth Fort and Bandshell!
You drive by Forsyth Park and ask yourself, “What is that?” The city has been working on “that” for years and it is now open to the public for entertainment and fun. “That” is the fully renovated Forsyth Fort and new Bandshell and KeytoSavannah.com is here to tell you all about the brand new architectural beauty that is the new visitor’s center in Forsyth Park.
September 3 2010
Fitness Resolutions are easy to keep in Savannah
2010 is the start of a brand new year and that tends to mean fitness resolutions for many folks here in or visiting Savannah. There are plenty of ways to get in shape and stay in shape in Savannah, you just have to know where to look... and of course, KeytoSavannah.com is here to point you in the right direction!
September 3 2010
Nourish your skin, Savannah!
Everyone, (even the manliest man,) loves soft skin. Everyone also loves healthy skin. You're in luck because in keeping my goal of exploring more of Savannah, I've found a way to get soft, healthy skin all while maintaining a budget. The best part? It's right in our own backyard on Broughton Street... and did I mention that healthy and soft also come via handmade, handcrafted products?
September 3 2010
Exploring Savannah
While keeping y'all up to date on all the events in Savannah and the surrounding area, I realized I don't enjoy the local culture nearly enough. I pass by bookshops and boutiques daily and remind myself, "Hey, stop in there tomorrow and check it out!" Is it just me, or do you find yourself perpetually adding tomorrows to that statement?
September 3 2010
Magnolia Day Spa
KeytoSavannah.com strives to promote tourism in Savannah. At the heart of tourism in this great city are the businesses that make up the tourism industry. KeytoSavannah.com provides free listings to all Savannah businesses in the tourism industry and upgraded listings at very reasonable rates.
September 3 2010
Charleston - Without the Kids
So you’ve decided to take a day trip to Charleston, South Carolina? Good choice! A short two hour drive and you’ll be strolling the streets, experiencing the best-mannered city for yourself.
September 3 2010
It’s Hot
... real hot. Unfortunately for Savannah locals and those brave but very dedicated tourists, it's only June. That means, well, we are not even close to the worst of it or what we call here in Savannah, August. Where I am originally from (I moved to Savannah seven years ago), New Jersey, August was a welcome month aside from the fact that there are no federal holidays so you were sure to be working every Monday. August meant you could go in the water at the Jersey shore without inducing hypothermia and you didn't have to make sure you had a sweater with you at night.
September 3 2010
St. Simons Island - With the Kids
If you’re looking for a great family day trip, you can’t go wrong with St. Simons Island. Less than an hour and a half from downtown Savannah, this small island is packed with big time fun!
September 3 2010
Statesboro - Just the Two of You
If you’re looking for a fun day trip you and yours can take from Savannah without having to drive far, Statesboro is the perfect place. It’s less than an hour’s drive from downtown Savannah and has lots of fun and interesting attractions. Just jump onto I-16 west and before either of you can say “are we there yet?” you will be!
September 3 2010
St. Simons - A Little Romance
So, it’s just the two of you and you’re hoping to have a romantic day somewhere other than Savannah; well, St. Simons Island is calling you! From Savannah you’ll hop over to 95, travel south for about 60 miles, get on the Golden Isles Parkway and you’re practically there.
September 2 2010
Hilton Head – For a Couple
Savannah, Georgia is a great vacation spot for a couple; and Hilton Head Island, South Carolina makes a great day trip for a couple from Savannah. With great shopping, restaurants and beaches, Hilton Head is a day trip you’ll both want to make again and again.
September 2 2010
Hilton Head - Family Fun
While vacationing in Savannah, Georgia a great place to check out is Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Don’t let the crossing of a state-line worry you, it’s only about a mile north of downtown Savannah and you’ll hit South Carolina. So jump in the car, drive over the bridge and you’re on your way!
September 2 2010
Savannah - Family Friendly
So you’ve got the kids with you and you’re wondering what you can do as a family that will keep everyone entertained. No worries. Savannah is a great family destination.
September 2 2010
Statesboro Day Trip with the Children
If you’re on your family vacation in Savannah and you want to do a little something different the kids will really like, consider heading over to Statesboro for the day. A short 45 minute drive from downtown Savannah, Statesboro is sure to be a day trip the whole family will enjoy.
September 2 2010
Second Harvest of the Coastal Empire
Keytosavannah is very proud to announce that Second Harvest of the Coastal Empire will kick off our nonprofit program by being our featured nonprofit for January. Each month keytosavannah will feature one local nonprofit organization on the site as well as collect donations for them.
September 2 2010
Coastal Pet Rescue (CPR)
Founded in Savannah, Georgia six years ago by Lisa Scarbrough, Coastal Pet Rescue (CPR) has been changing lives of many abandoned, abused, and otherwise neglected pets. Since its very start in February 2003, CPR has rescued over 700 pets. Not an easy feat for a strictly volunteer-run program. Through the help of volunteers and donations CPR is able to give veterinary care to these animals and place them in loving homes.
September 2 2010
The Blood Alliance
By giving blood you save three lives and they need all the help they can get! KeyToSavannah sends a big THANK YOU to all of you that participated in the blood drive and donated blood for the March nonprofit, The Blood Alliance.. Our drive was a huge success! For those of you that came but couldn't give, we still really appreciate your coming out and hope you will again!
September 2 2010
Goodwill
Keytosavannah.com is proud to announce that Goodwill Industries of the Coastal Empire is our non profit of the month for May! To help them this month, we are collecting gently used books throughout May. So, go through your bookshelves, closets and attics and box up all those old books you've already read (or have been meaning to) and bring them down to the keytosavannah.com offices located at the corner of Henry and Whitaker next to the fire station.
September 2 2010
Pet Friendly Savannah
If you’re like me, you consider your pet part of your family. You don’t want to leave your pet at home all the time or worry about finding someone to watch them while you travel. Lucky for you, Savannah has many great places that accommodate you and your pet. So, when you take a family trip or day out, the WHOLE family can come.
September 2 2010
Sports in Savannah
If you live in Savannah or are visiting the city, it’s about more than just history. Savannah also offers a wide variety of sports and sport entertainment. In addition to being home to the Minor League Baseball Team, The Savannah Sand Gnats, Savannah is also known for its three colleges and universities. Savannah College of Art and Design, Armstrong Atlantic State University, and Savannah State University, all add to the sports atmosphere with their various athletic programs.
September 2 2010
Savannah’s Keeping it Green
In Savannah, “Going Green” is more than just a slogan; it’s a way of life. In 2008, the city government pledged to transform Savannah into an environmentally fit community. The Green Movement is thriving in areas of business, alternative energy, recycling, transportation, clothing, food, and organic sources.
September 2 2010
Budget Friendly Savannah
Key to Savannah helps tourists, like you, budget their wallets for the perfect Savannah get-a-way. From restaurants to daily activities to a place to rest your head after an exciting day in Savannah, Key to Savannah can help keep your money in your wallet.
