Take Dad Out in Savannah for Father's Day

We wrack our brains trying to make Mother's Day special. Why not do the same for Father's Day? Our dads have worked so hard, raised a family, and tried to teach us about life. We owe it to them to show them how much they've been appreciated all these years. The Savannah area has so many great things to do and places to go or to eat on that weekend, that no dad ought to have to just open another boring package again and find a tie. Luckily there are some ways to really make dad feel special this Father's Day.

Why not take a couple of hours to take the entire family for a tour on a pontoon boat to view the dolphins in the inlets and marshlands around Savannah? It's only a 90-minute ride and there's a canopy for shade. Bring some sunscreen, nevertheless. All the tour captains are also pretty savvy about the area, and it's a lovely way to spend a short afternoon on Father's Day. You might even ask them if they can do something a little special for dad! They leave at 1:30 from 1 Pier Rd., Jekyll Wharf Marina, Jekyll Island and it costs $24 for adults and $12 for children. Call them to see about places where they put out (912) 635-3152.

The older kids might want to chip in with mom and buy dad a dinner on the River Street Riverboat cruises. These are two-hour cruises with delicious dinners of prime rib, roast chicken, crab cakes and Savannah red rice. Cruise while you toast the best man in all your lives--your dad! It's $44.95 and $27.95 for kids under 12. Kids under 3 get on free. There's dancing if you like and wonderful music from swing to old rock. Or go on the deck and enjoy the night air and beautiful lights of the city. Dinner cruises begin at 7 p.m. Make reservations right on the web site or call them at 800-786-6404.
9 East River Street
PO Box 10086
Savannah, GA 31412

Who said brunch was just a treat for mom? There's every reason to give dad the day off and treat him to a delictable brunch at the Westin Savannah's Sunday Jazz brunch this June 17th. Make it a romantic affair or the whole family can treat him on this special day. The Westin' s Aqua Star has one of the most spectacular views of any place in Savannah and is the Westin's signature restaurant. Adults are $34.95 and children under 10 are $17.95. A brunch would be the perfect place to present him with gifts and tell dad how much he's appreciated with a card. Just call 912-201-2085 to make reservations. Be sure to get them before June because they may be booked up later.