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Show your mom some love by whisking her away to her home away from home in Savannah, Georgia this Mother’s Day! Savannah is a popular vacation destination due to its fascinating historic sites, beautiful weather, delicious dining, and many other attractions. Treat your mom to sunny skies, shopping, spas, brunch, and more for Mother’s Day in Savannah, GA! Mother’s Day Boat Cruise– Enjoy the view of the Savannah River and a taste of classic Southern cuisine as you set sail! On May 14th, invite the whole family to celebrate Mom’s special day on one of Savannah’s famous boat cruises. Book your tickets now!  Tea in the Garden– Learn about the history and culture of tea beginning in the 19th century at the garden of the famous Davenport House! This presentation is a perfect mother and daughter activity, as tea and small snacks are provided while you learn more about the heritage of your favorite beverage. Tea in the Garden takes place every Thursday and Friday now through the end of May, so book your tickets just in time for Mother’s Day! Artwalk– Join us on May 12th for Savannah’s annual Artwalk in Historic District! This festival displays the multi-faceted works of art created by the students of SCAD, local artists, and more! Treat your mom to a shopping day at this beautiful festival in the heart of Savannah! Colorvibe 5k– Got a runner in the family? Indulge in this nation-wide, paint-splattered run along Hutchinson’s Island this Mother’s Day weekend! Tickets are on sale now! Sweetwater Spa– Treat mom to a relaxing spa day at Sweetwater Spa. Sit back and relax for a full day of treatment that includes mani-pedis, massages, lunch, and more with one of Sweetwater’s special packages. Book your spa day now for a Mother’s Day to remember! Tybee Beach– Escape the city life by visiting Savannah’s most famous beach, Tybee Island. Located right outside the city, you can treat Mom to a relaxing day on the beach, filled with suntanning, a nice picnic, swimming and more! Experience even more of the city of Savannah at your convenience by renting a car of your choice with Savannah Car Rental! Treating your mom to the best of the best is no small task, but with rentals starting at just $24.99, your Savannah plans are bound to go smoothly. Book now to take advantage of our amazing prices!

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It’s almost time for the one of the largest St. Paddy’s celebrations in the country, and it’s happening in Savannah! The entire city turns green with thousands who travel near and far to try and get some the luck of the Irish. Make sure you don’t miss out on these fun events by booking with Savannah Car Rental today! Greening of the Fountain Each St. Patrick’s Day in Savannah, the city turns all the fountains green! On Friday, March 9th, the first fountain to go green will be everyone’s favorite: The Forsyth Park fountain! The St. Patrick’s Day Parade Grande Parade pours in the green dye to kick off a month long celebration! When: Friday, March 9th @ 12:00pm Where: Forsyth Park Cost: Free March of Dimes Shamrock Run Starting in Ellis Square, about 2,000 runners and walkers participate in a 5k race through downtown. Everyone who registers for the March of Dimes Shamrock Run will receive a free tee shirt! Come in your best St. Paddy’s Day costume and you could win $150! All proceeds benefit the mission of the March of Dimes to improve the health of babies.    When: Friday, March 9th @ 6pm Where: Ellis Square Cost: $25 – $35 The 5k Craft Brew Races For those who are over 21 years old, put on your running shoes and get ready to race towards the best of craft beers the city has to offer! At the finish line, you’ll be greeted with samples from over 30+ breweries along with live music, food trucks, and more. Get all the details here. When: Saturday, March 10th @ 11am Where: Savannah International Trade & Convention Center Cost: $15 – $70 Shamrock Festival and Oyster Roast Come to the family-friendly Shamrock Festival on Sunday, March 11th at Skidaway Island State Park with activities like bingo, nature walks, raffles, and a silent auction. Don’t forget about the delicious oysters and side items that will be served throughout the event! When: Sunday, March 11th @ 11:00am Where: Skidaway Island State Park Cost: $20 for members and $25 for non-members St. Patrick’s Day Parade Right behind Dublin and New York, Savannah has the largest St. Patrick’s Day parade in the world! For more than 190 years, the parade has attracted thousands of guests to join in the city-wide celebration by cheering on the Irish groups and their festive floats, bands, dancers and more! Where: Abercorn Street, East Broad Street, East Bay Street When: Saturday, March 17th @ 10:15am – 2:00pm Cost: Free St. Patrick’s Day Festival! Starting Friday, Savannah goes non-stop with St Paddy’s Day spirit and River Street is the spot to celebrate. Restaurants, bars, beer and food vendors are stocked full of green goodies to treat yourself to. Live music fills the air starting in the morning and keeps guests dancing until late at night. Don’t miss out on one of the biggest St. Patrick’s celebrations in the country! Where: River Street/Downtown Savannah When: Friday, March 16th and Saturday, March 17th Cost: Free

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Rain can be entirely unpredictable, but don’t let it stop you from having an amazing day! Savannah, GA, is an incredible destination that can always be enjoyed in rain or shine. Whether you’re a visitor in Savannah for a weekend getaway or a local looking for something new to try, you’re guaranteed to find an abundance of options here. Discover some of the best things to do in Savannah, GA, on a rainy day to help you create your itinerary! Here are four of the best things to do in Savannah, GA, on a rainy day. Travel Back in Time Savannah, GA, is a city rich in history. There are numerous museums scattered throughout this coastal area, such as the Georgia State Railroad Museum, the Harper Folkes House, the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum, and the Savannah History Museum. The Telfair Museums are another excellent choice; located conveniently in the heart of Savannah’s historic district, they contain countless exhibits related to history, architecture, and art. Art enthusiasts should visit the SCAD Museum of Art to admire its many stunning contemporary pieces from both local and world-renowned artists. See a Show Rainy days are the perfect time to settle in to a comfy theater seat and enjoy a show! The Historic Savannah Theatre offers musicals, concerts, and much more. You can also head to the Lucas Theatre for the Arts to see classic movie showings, independent film screenings, and dance performances. The Trustees Theater is another historic icon in Savannah, GA; check out the Savannah Box Office website to find out which movies are playing there! Find the Perfect Souvenir Another way to beat the rainy day blues is to take advantage of Savannah’s fantastic shopping scene! Whether you’re searching for clothes, antiques, books, or toys, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for in Savannah. River Street is lined with many one-of-a-kind stores selling old-fashioned candy, unique accessories, and all kinds of other knick-knacks! The City Market is another must-see attraction in Savannah; it’s been a city center since the 1700s. You can continue your shopping experience in Savannah at the Savannah Mall, Oglethorpe Mall, or the Tanger Outlets. Sit Back and Relax Another great activity to try while it’s raining in Savannah is relaxing at a spa! Savannah contains many peaceful and soothing spas that are bound to rejuvenate you on a rainy day. The Savannah Day Spa, Spa Bleu, and the Milan Day Spa all offer outstanding treatments and specials that will leave you feeling fully refreshed. Take a look at their websites and make plans to treat yourself the next time you’re in Savannah, GA, on a rainy day!   Savannah, GA, has countless attractions and landmarks to explore. Get around the city with ease with the help of Savannah Car Rentals! We have a quick and easy reservation process and three convenient locations so you’ll be on your way in no time. Contact us today!

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Traveling for business can be a tedious task. Between day-to-day meetings and piled up work,  a spur the moment work trip can be a bit of a pain. Thankfully, there are ways to make the traveling process as seamless as possible. Here are our top hacks for when you have to hit the road for work. Make a Travel Checklist Even for some of the most experienced travelers, this age old trick is still your best bet in making sure you have everything you need. When a last minute trip pops up, stress can make it incredibly easy to forget an essential (like a toothbrush… or your computer charger), so get ahead—make a list! We suggest making a document that you can easily print off every time you travel, or downloading a packing list from the good ol’ world wide web. Have an Energy Bar or Healthy Snack Handy Nothing is worse than when you’re hours into a trip and hunger strikes. With no restaurants in sight, what’s a hungry traveler to do? Plan ahead, that’s what! On long road trips, make sure to pack an energy bar or healthy snack, such as nuts, for when you need a boost. Buy your favorite bar in bulk and you’ll be set for when you can’t sit down for a proper meal. Juice Up Make sure that your phone (and other electronics for that matter) are fully charged before hitting the road. We strongly suggest buying a car charger so you can “juice up” along the way. Between using GPS, phone calls to Mom, and listening to tunes to pass the time, that battery life can go from 100 to 0 real quick. Car chargers are cheap and definitely worth the effort to buy—nothing’s worse than a dead phone. Woah, We’re Halfway There Gas tank running low? It shouldn’t be! We advise that you keep your tank halfway full at all times on long roadtrips. You never know when you’ll hit a 100 mile stretch with no gas station in sight… and the only thing worse than running out of gas on the highway is not making your important business meeting because you had to wait for AAA. Yelp it Out or Phone a Friend This one is for the “foodies” out there. A plus to traveling often is the chance to try amazing local fare! Treat yourself to a good meal once you get to your destination before hitting the hotel. Don’t waste your time on chain restaurants when you can easily do a bit of research and make the most of your time in a new city. If you have a friend in said city, ask them what their favorite dinner spot is, and if all else fails—there’s always Yelp! Now that you have the tips for a flawless business trip, let us help you get there! Book with Savannah Car Rentals today!

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Ah, Halloween—the time of year when the trees leaves change color, pumpkin spice is everywhere (we mean, it’s everywhere), and ghost stories are told a plenty. Savannah is not at a loss for any of the above—especially when it comes to tales of ghosts and haunts. From family friendly options to famous, frightening tours, get in the festive spirit this year with some of our favorite ways to celebrate Halloween in Savannah. Take a Ghost Tour (or Two!) Nothing says “Halloween in Savannah” quite like one of our famous ghost tours—learn about the haunted streets, houses, and ghosts of one of the most haunted cities in America. Named one of the top 10 haunted tours in the world by Trip Advisor, taking a Blue Orb tour is sure to leave you spooked. Their tours are 18+ (trust us, this one’s bone-chilling—leave the kids at home!) and requires a reservation. Board the “Trolley of The Doomed” and hear stories of antebellum mansions, creepy graveyards and more on a Ghost and Gravestones tour.  Stops include exclusive nighttime entry to Juliette Gordon Lowe’s (founder of the Girls Scouts of America) birthplace and Perkins and Sons Chandlery. See the Bonaventure Cemetery by day or night with a Shannon Scott tour. This popular cemetery (hello, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil) is always worth a visit, but particularly around this time a year. Scott’s tours are known for engaging storytelling and an extensive knowledge of haunted Savannah. Halloween Hike at Oatland Island Wildlife Center Looking for a fun Halloween event for the kiddos? Look no further than the Annual Halloween Hike at Oatland Island Wildlife Center on October 20th and 21st. This fun, safe and not so scary event for your little trick-or-treaters is sure to be a hit! Walk your little ghost down a friendly forest trail where they’ll receive goodies from dressed up animal characters. The event also includes face painting, crafts and concessions. The event is cash only and costumes are highly encouraged! Wag-O-Ween Calling all dog owners! Dress up your furry friend and come downtown for this fun trick-or treating event that benefits local pet rescue. Over 90 local businesses participate and offer treats for your dog and discounts for you! Have a competitive side? There’s a “best costume” contest between the pups, so get ready to go all out. The event takes place on October 21st from 12-5pm and cost $5 per person. Looking for more Halloween themed events in Savannah? There are plenty we didn’t cover that are just as wonderful—Check this event calendar out for a more extensive list of October’s “to-dos.”. Need help getting to an event?  Book with us today—we’ve got you covered.

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Have a weekend trip coming up? Traveling for work? Don’t let packing become a dreaded chore—our traveling tips will help you get to your destination with as little packing woe as possible! Get ready, get set, get packed! Start with a “Packing Checklist” If you travel often, making a checklist that you can reference when packing will save you LOADS of time and assure that you don’t forget important objects. (We’re looking at you passport and toothbrush!) Type up a document on your computer so that you can print out a new copy for every trip. Simple, easy, and efficient!  (Try this one.) Roll Your Clothes No matter if you’re using a duffel bag or a suitcase, the age old trick of rolling your clothes will save you space. Reserve “regular folding” for items that are delicate or wrinkle easily, and place these items on top. P.S.: A non-wrinkle tip for delicates: fold them in tissue paper. Pack Heaviest Items Towards the Bottom of Your Bag Particularly when dealing with rolling luggage, packing your heaviest items (shoes, hairdryers etc.) first will keep your luggage balanced. Nothing’s more annoying than a suitcase that keeps toppling over in the airport! Plastic Baggies! Packing plastic bags in various sizes are a cheap way to stay organized and clean. They are useful for keeping dirty or wet clothes separate, isolating cosmetics and toiletries from the rest of your luggage, or saving seashells that your kids collected at the beach! Mix-and-Match Pack TWO tops for every pair of bottoms. You’re more likely to re-wear bottoms than tops, so to avoid over-packing stick to this simple rule! Pack a pair of dark wash bottoms and one pair of light. For dresses, sweaters and tops, packing neutrals that you can easily accessorize is key. Remember, everything matches with black and white! Pack a Small Bag of “Essentials” Whether you’re taking a flight or simply going on a road-trip, having a smaller bag that you have easy access to is incredibly helpful! Keeping items such as medicines, a hairbrush, headphones, and a small snack close by will save you the hassle of rummaging through your big luggage! Now that you’re all packed and ready to go, need to book a car for your upcoming trip? We have great options for all of your traveling needs. Book online today!