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Spring Break Vacation Spots Within a Day's Drive
If you have not made Spring Break vacation plans, you might check out a few spots in Georgia and South Carolina. They are affordable and offer a host of activities for the entire family.
Spring break is right around the corner, so if you haven’t decided how you will spend it, here are several destinations Roswell Patch has found within driving distance that provide activities which are ideal for family vacations.
-Jekyll Island
The city, located just off of the Georgia coast, is about a six-hour drive from Roswell.
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It is widely known for its sea turtle walks. Another popular attraction is Summer Waves Water Park, which has nine activities, including a 40-foot water slide.
If you decide to visit Jekyll Island, there are several lodging options. Fully furnished cottages with one to six bedrooms and kitchens are for rent. There is also a campground with 206 sites. You can enjoy roughing it and still have some of the amenities you’d have in a hotel, like Wi-Fi, DSL Internet connections and cable TV.
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-Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach is roughly a seven-hour drive from Roswell.
What’s a vacation without golf? While some may not care, others won't go somewhere they can't hit the links. In Myrtle Beach, there are more than 100 courses. So, if you are a golfer, you would be hard pressed not to find one you'll love.
Another major draw for visitors to Myrtle Beach is Broadway at the Beach, which is the largest festival entertainment complex in South Carolina. There are movie theaters, a nightclub district, restaurants and more than 100 shops that sell everything from art and home accessories to collector’s souvenirs.
In addition to several hotels in the area, one in particular is offering a special package for Easter. The Marina Inn at Grande Dunes has a two night package for a family of four that includes a welcome reception, Easter Sunday brunch, weekend Easter activities and even an Easter Basket.
-North Georgia Mountains
Although spring is in the air, you might be still enjoying the chilly weather and not quite ready to turn in your sweaters for flip-flops. The north Georgia Mountains could give you the chance to hold on to the cooler air for a little while longer.
Of the attractions that make this area popular is the Appalachian Trail. Hiking along the Appalachian Trail is a treat for nature and non-nature enthusiasts alike.
In less than hour, you can drive to Dawsonville. It is about 10 miles south of Amicalola State Park, which contains Amicalola Falls, the tallest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River.
Other activities in the area include horseback riding, fishing, hunting and even mining for gold.
Lodging options in the north Georgia Mountains are extensive, but the best way to enjoy your stay in the area is to rent a cabin. Several sizes are available to meet your family’s needs.
There are also cabins available where pets are allowed.
-Savannah
From the metro Atlanta area, Savannah is about a four-hour drive.
Among the family activities you can take advantage of are miniature golf, chartered fishing and other water sports, such as parasailing.
A trip to Savannah can also give you the chance the visit nearby, historic Tybee Island.
Lazaretto Creek Marina and Capt. Mike's Dolphin Tours offer dolphin tours, sunset cruises, and inshore and deep-sea fishing.
There are dozens of hotels and resorts to choose from in the Savannah area. Surfing the Internet for the best deal can help you narrow down your choices.
Even if you haven't begun to make getaway plans, in most cases, you can still book for April, which is when most local schools let out for Spring Break.
