Riding Out a Hurricane
Let me start this by saying if it is above a Category 1 and you live on the water, don’t ride out the storm. Just get out.
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Best Drinks for the Beach
Best Drinks for the Beach I refuse to feel bad for saying this but one of my favorite summertime hobbies is drinking at the beach. Listening to the waves, digging my feet in the sand, and soaking up the sun is plenty relaxing BUT it goes into overdrive when I have a delicious ice cold […]
Packing Lunch for the Beach
Tips for Packing Lunch at the Beach If you are taking the time to plan for a beach day on Tybee, chances are you are going to be there for the long haul. Inevitably, you will get hungry. Here are some tips for what you should pack in your cooler and bring to the beach to […]
Help pick Tybee’s new anti-litter logo!
We need your help in picking Tybee Island’s new anti litter campaign #FIGHTDIRTY Logo! Browse below for your chance to cast a vote for your favorite! About: Fight Dirty! is a grassroots, collaborative effort to promote a litter-free island and reduce the impact of harmful substances on Tybee’s marine environment. Following two community workshops focusing […]
Beating Beach Boredom
Wouldn’t it be nice to hear the sounds of waves crashing along a shore line, to be sipping a cocktail when the sun sets, and feeling the cool sand in between your toes? Put yourself right there. Nice, isn’t it? You can almost smell the salt air, right? Now imagine your children there with you. […]
What not to Pack
A Tybee beach vacation should be about good times and relaxation rather than the tedious packing and preparations. If thoughts of loading your car with bikes, baby gear, beach toys, beach umbrellas and beach chairs make you just want to stay home, sit back and breathe a sigh of relief. Tybee Island has several rental […]
Tin Can Tourists
All the lucky ducks that will be on Tybee April 25th for the wine festival and/or Turtle Trot are going to be hit with an extra special treat! The Tin Can Tourists will be making their way back to the island with all their vintage RVs on display for you to see from 11-4pm! They have […]
Junkanoo is Back!
Friday, March 13th, is when Barabbas and the Tribe, renowned Junkanoo performers, back to Tybee Island! There will be many opportunities to experience a Junkanoo “Rush” first hand during the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Look for Barabbas and the Tribe in Tybee’s parade on Saturday, March 14th at 3pm and Savannah’s parade on March 17th. […]
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Welcome back Budweiser Clydesdales! Perhaps St. Patrick wouldn’t be so happy to see how we celebrate his religious feast day here on Tybee and Savannah but I can tell you it is a heck of a good time! Tybee is going green on March 14th with a fun, family friendly parade. It begins at City Hall […]
Last Minute Shopping
Well, you have booked your romantic weekend to Tybee Island, made your dinner reservations, but then remembered….you have no small token of your affection that your dear lady love can unwrap. Whatever you do, don’t panic! Tybee Island has several shops and galleries that contain unique treasures that any discerning lady will adore. If you […]
Valentine’s Dining on Tybee
Since Valentine’s day falls on a Saturday this year, why don’t you really impress your sweetie with a weekend trip to Tybee Island, Georgia? Forget the same boring, lame chocolates, roses, and hastily bought jewelry that costs too much and isn’t very original or fun. A couple nights at the beach is a much more […]
Tybee Senior Paddling
Calling all Tybee and Savannah Seniors! Want to find a new beneficial activity to help you feel fit and in shape? Why not try kayaking? It is low impact and easy on the joints, can potentially be a full body work out (great for the abs), you can paddle as fast or as slow as […]
Dogs on the Beach?
One of the frequent complaints we hear about Tybee Island is that there is no place on the beach for dogs to play. At the current time, dogs are not allowed anywhere on Tybee’s beach and violators are subject to a $290 fine for the first offense. There are two dog parks located on the […]
5 (more) Things to Do on Tybee
Even though Tybee is well known for its beautiful beach, there is so much more to the island than just a day lounging in the sun. No one will argue that listening to the waves with your toes in the sand, is pretty much the most fantastic way to spend a day, but there is […]
Tybee Mardi Gras 2015
New Orleans may be celebrating Mardi Gras 2015 on February 17th, but we on Tybee Island will be having our own celebration this February 14th. Sure it won’t be as loud, wild, and frenzied as the celebrations in The Big Easy, but Tybee adds its own distinctive flavor to the gumbo of revelry! The Street […]
5 Best Tybee Photos
While enjoying a trip to the best little beach town, it’s always a good idea to know the best places for those perfect Tybee photos. Whether you are visiting Tybee for the first time, or returning for another round of fun, there are plenty of iconic photo spots to capture that special moment to enjoy […]
Planning a Tybee Wedding
Warm beaches, sandy toes, and the sounds of waves crashing on the shoreline make an absolutely picture perfect background for any blushing bride! BUT….. Planning a Tybee Wedding (or any wedding) can be tricky business, so let us help you out! Choosing a Venue Of course getting married directly on the beach is always […]
Finding a Vacation Rental
Finding a Vacation Rental So you’ve decided to rent a home or beach side condo for your next trip or family vacation. That’s fantastic! But where do you begin? When searching for the right vacation rental that fits your specific needs it can be absolutely overwhelming, so we have compiled a list of our favorite […]
Feeding Seagulls
Please DO NOT FEED the Seagulls! Your toes are in the sand, you can hear the sound of the waves crashing onto the beach, your rum drink is icy cold and delicious, but right as you go to take a bite of that sub sandwich you brought with you to the beach- a large flock of […]
Tybee Rainy Days
It happened again! You pack up the family and take the trip to Tybee that everyone’s been all excited about, only to have your plans ruined by nature. Forget enjoying a beautiful, sunny day! Instead you get rain, grey skies, or maybe just cold, damp, nastiness. Do not despair. It never seems to rain for […]
Tybee Romantic Getaways
Since daily life always seems to interfere with the romantic time we get to spend with our partners, a surprise romantic getaway to Tybee Island may be just the thing to add some anticipation, excitement, and romance back into a relationship! Whether you’ve been a couple for ages and need a break to reconnect or […]
Tybee For the New Year
Looking to see a big spectacle on New Year’s Eve, but horrified by the thought of pushing your way through the throngs in Savannah, GA? Don’t forget, you always have an alternative on Tybee Island! Join the revelers on Tybee’s south end and enjoy live music, drink specials, and of course the fireworks at midnight!
Holiday Shopping on Tybee
Tybee Island has a charming collection of beach boutiques and art galleries that are just perfect for finding unique and memorable holiday gifts! Come celebrate the season where it is fun and fabulous to shop locally. December 13th marked the start of The 12 Days of Grinchmas at Seaside Sister’s. Every other day they will […]
Winter Festivities on Tybee
Winter Festivities on Tybee There’s nothing like spending your Winter Holidays on Tybee! Though I don’t suggest packing your bathing suit, it’s still much warmer than up north and the entire island is just teeming with the Christmas spirit. Here’s a quick list of fun things to see and do if you’re lucky enough to be […]
Thanksgiving on Tybee
Tired of spending Thanksgiving alone or with relatives you’d rather not claim? Why be miserable when you can spend Thanksgiving at the beach? Holidays can be stressful, there are siblings that do so much better than you financially, obnoxious nieces and nephews, an aunt that loves to tell you how much weight you’ve gained…these people […]
How to Dress Like a Pirate
Yarrrr….Our 10th Annual Tybee Island Pirate Fest is fast approaching! Taking place October 9th-12th, 2014, ye will be wanting to attend if a little high seas fantasy is your cup of tea. There are always activities for the kids, great music, a parade, fireworks, and so much more. One thing that can be a little […]
End of Summer Fun
Now that the summer is winding down, I find that it is an excellent time to bring the kids out to the beach for a truly relaxing weekend. The crowds are abating, the breeze is starting to pick up, but the water is still perfect to splash around in. Here are some fun activities that […]
Beating the Tybee Heat
It is hot out. Not just a little, but really, really hot. It’s all well and good when you are out playing in the ocean or just lounging on the beach, enjoying the cool breezes off the Atlantic. But what are you to do when you are away from the sand and the surf? Here […]
Tybee Independence Weekend
No plans yet for the 4th of July? Come on out to Tybee and celebrate America’s Independence Day island style! The fun starts on July 2nd with a book signing with Mary Kay Andrews at Seaside Sisters. Bring your copy of “Save the Date” or buy one for the first time in the shop. First 30 […]
Tybee Summer Solstice
Get set for the 2014 Tybee Summer Solstice! The longest day of the year arrives on Saturday, June 21 at 6:51 a.m. EDT. This year, to celebrate, the Tybee has plenty of fun activities for you and your family! First Annual Tybee Island Mermaid’s Parade Please join us for the Tybee Island Mermaid’s Parade on […]
