Customer Reviews

Lonely Planet Savannah Charleston & the Carolina Coast

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I just returned from a vacation in Savannah and Charleston, and this book was our primary guide. It was great for planning the trip and gave us a great idea about places to stay. However, once we actually got to Savannah, we found that a lot of the information was out of date. For example, we were hoping to see Emma Kelly (the Lady of 6000 Songs), who the book said played at a local club. Unfortunately, Emma Kelly died in 2001, a fact not mentioned in the book, even though it was updated in 2004! Savannah Blues, a club the book said was in Savannah was also no longer there. Mrs. Wilke's Dining Room, recommended as a place to eat in Savannah, also didn't mention that the restaurant is only open Monday-Friday.

The information seemed more up-to-date for Charleston. It's still a great guide, but just be sure to call ahead!

Just got back from a week in the Lowcountry, and this book was a very good guide. It is in need of an update, but that is not any reason not to buy it. Also, I like a lot of maps, and it didn't have enough for my tastes, but to be fair I found everything I needed in the free tourist maps available in Visitors Centers. As is the case with most LP guides, it was extremely helpful in planning the trip.

Bought this for guests that come to visit me in Charleston. It gets the job done, but probably not good enough if you plan on being completely dependent on it.

Since 12 years we always buy the Lonely Planet guides for everywhere we travel. We like its format and size, the hotel suggestions and the easy maps pointing out the most important things to see and to do. But we miss fine dining suggestions.