combined for a week-long escape, plus day trips to the coast and islands.The top sights and unique activities for making the most of your trip: Sample classic shrimp and grits, the best Southern barbecue in town, or seafood straight off the boat. Browse the museums on Savannah's historic River Street, take a carriage ride through Charleston's French Quarter, or check out the wares at the Old City Market. Take a day-long cruise along the coast, spot wild horses on Tybee Island, or rent bikes in Jekyll Island's Historic District and picnic on the beach. Visit famed Civil War battlefields, check out the First African Baptist Church, and learn about the area's important African American history. Expert, local insight from Savannah native Jim Morekis. Honest advice on when to go, how to get around, where to eat, and where to stay, from historic landmark inns to whimsical budget hostels. Full-color, vibrant photos and maps throughout. Thorough background on the culture, history, weather, and wildlife. Full coverage of Charleston, Savannah, Beaufort and the Lowcountry, and the Golden Isles.