Erin Clarkson

Erin authored the Savannah First-Timer's Guide and loves helping first-time visitors plan their trips. She lives in the artsy Starland District and enjoys exploring Savannah's hidden gems, as well as the surrounding Lowcountry.

Savannah Safety Tips in 2025

A lane in Savannah with trash cans pushed against garage doors and a bright spotlight illuminating the area. In the distance, the shadow figure of a man walking past the alley is visible

Y’all … Savannah, Georgia is such a pretty city! In fact, you might say it’s deceptively pretty. Sometimes visitors get so caught up in the charm of it all that they feel like they’ve landed in a storybook setting where nothing bad ever happens. Sorry friends, but I’m here to snap you back to reality. […]

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Tybee Island Georgia: 2025 First-Timer’s Guide

Peering through grassy beach dunes towards the Tybee Island lighthouse with a beautiful peach and pink sunset in the background

Tybee Island is one of 15 or so barrier islands along the beautiful Georgia Coast. Famed for its laid-back beaches, a picturesque back river area, and its somewhat turbulent history, there’s plenty to do on Tybee Island for beach goers, active travelers, and history buffs alike! Tybee is also one of the closest beaches to […]

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17 Top Museums in Savannah

Front-facing shot of Engine #223 with its headlight glowing and the numbers 223 in white text against a red backdrop surrounded by a gold circle

One of the biggest perks of living in a city with such a rich history is that we have more than our fair share of incredible museums! To help you decide which museums in Savannah are “must visits,” I’ve divvied them up by type below and have listed my top choices in each category. Note: […]

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5 of the Top Savannah Historic District Hotels – As Voted by Readers!

Bright red door with the word HOTEL written across a red awning. Two green planters sit on each side of the door

Looking for the best Savannah Historic District hotels? You’re in the right place! I live in Savannah and run a private Facebook group where visitors often share their trip reports, so I thought I’d offer some insight about their favorite hotels in the Historic District. Note: This guide contains affiliate links to my trusted travel […]

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Martin Luther King Jr. Statue in Savannah, GA

Profile of the Martin Luther King, Jr. bust on a pedestal in Savannah, Georgia

If you’re interested in learning more about Black history in Savannah and find yourself exploring the Plant Riverside District, you might enjoy checking out the Martin Luther King, Jr. bust. It’s located in Martin Luther King, Jr. Park, which can be found at the far northern end of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. There’s a […]

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