AFP RUMPUS '24
DESTINATION
WELCOME TO SAVANNAH
Georgia’s oldest city started its modern history in 1733. It was America’s first planned city, and is best known for its 22 squares and diverse parks located in the Historic District. The city holds a rich past, and when standing in a peaceful square surrounded by historic homes, it's easy to feel like you've been transported back in time. However, the city has much more to offer than just nostalgia for moonlight and magnolias. Savannah's neighborhoods are brimming with character. You can immerse yourself in Savannah's warm hospitality as you explore the city and discover beautiful gardens, lively boutiques, unique artwork, and elegant Victorian-era homes.
Consistently praised as one of the "world's friendliest cities," this coastal town exudes charm and grace. Savannah is so inviting that you may find it exceptionally easy to become familiar with the “Hostess City,” as it is affectionately known by those captivated by its warmth and charm.
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THE HOTEL BARDO
Formerly known as the Mansion on Forsyth, The Hotel Bardo’s 18-month, $18 million transformation marks an exciting new chapter in the venue’s history. Set in a historic red-brick mansion that sits on the city’s famed Forsyth Park, the Bardo embraces the charm of the historic property, reinterpreting it for a young, artsy clientele. The design fuses traditional Savannah Victorian-Romanesque architecture with contemporary details as an ode to the neighboring Savannah College of Art and Design and the rest of the surrounding artsy city. Infused with contemporary design and modern amenities, and combining laid-back elegance with pure luxury, the Bardo is throwing the old model of stuffiness out the window to create a truly unique guest experience.
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TRAVEL AND LEISURE
"A Gorgeous Hotel Just Opened in Savannah, Georgia’s Most Charming Neighborhood"
CONDE NASTE TRAVELER
"First In: Hotel Bardo - Big-city amenities and quintessential Savannah charm"
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SAVANNAH MAGAZINE
Behind the Bardo
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