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Live Like a Local: Turtle Season is Right Around the Corner!

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Thanks to the Tybee Sea Turtle Project Facebook pageThis year has just flown by so far! I can’t believe we are a mere two days away from April already. May will definitely be here before you know it…how crazy is that? May not only means a busier season for us, it means Sea Turtle season, too!

Mermaid Cottages loves our sea turtles! We have several Mermaids and Mermen that are part of the 6 a.m. Turtle Patrol from May 1st through September 1st, where we walk the beaches of Tybee looking for signs of newly laid nests. Last season, I found two nests during my patrol, so of course I’m eagerly awaiting the 2011 season!

Thanks to the Tybee Sea Turtle Project Facebook Page

Lights Out for the Sea Turtles is also a very important part of the season. We must all do our parts to make sure baby sea turtles have the best conditions possible when they hatch so they can make it safely to the waiting waves. We’ve made sure our two beach front cottages- Doyle’s on the Beach and Crabby Jo’s– have sea turtle friendly lighting and that our guests know what to do to make their stay turtle friendly as well!

Picture thanks to Layla Palmer of The Lettered CottageWe even have our very own brand of coffee, created to support the Sea Turtle Project in Georgia. Mermaid Morning Bliss is available in each cottage to enjoy during your stay and is also for sale at our favorite place to shop, Seaside Sisters here on Tybee! All profits go towards these projects. We are also avid supporters through the Tybee Island Marine Science Center and the annual Tybee Turtle Trot 5K race held each spring to kick off Sea Turtle Season!

As you can probably tell, sea turtles are near and dear to our hearts around here. We love our sea creatures, oceans, and guests and we couldn’t be more proud that we try our very best to take care of all three! Make sure you keep up with all the happenings on the Tybee Sea Turtle Project Facebook Page and right here on our blog. We can’t wait to kick off Sea Turtle season, so stay tuned…May is closer than you think!

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Mermaid Sighting: Harris Street, Savannah

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We had such a blast a few weekends ago in Savannah at the 187th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration and Parade! Well, what holiday is complete without a mermaid? This festive mermaid makes her home in Savannah at East Harris Street!

Gorgeous, and decked out in St. Patty’s Day garb! How fun is that? I hope she enjoyed the celebrations as much as everyone else did!

If you have seen a mermaid, please tell us about it! Send your picture and a little information about it to diane@mermaidcottages.com and we’ll share it right here on our blog for everyone to enjoy!

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Mermaid Tales: Brooks Cottage

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Welcome to 1714 Chatham Avenue Tybee Island, GA!

What comes to mind when you think of a “beach house”? Sleeping porches, ocean breezes, local touches, and comfy corners to fall into after a long day of sun bathing…ahhh. Well, Brooks Cottage is the perfect definition of a beach house!
Brooks Cottage has all your need for your next trip to Tybee. This home accommodates up to eight people very comfortably, so it’s perfect for large groups of any kind! The cottage’s South End location is perfect for bicycle rides, leisurely strolls, and getting to the beach in no time flat. There are restaurants and shopping all within a few blocks, so there’s plenty of exploring to do.

If eating in is more your style, no worries! Your cottage has a fully equipped kitchen all set and ready for you to whip up fabulous meals without even leaving home! Enjoy the sleeping porches, spacious living areas, and beautiful garden (complete with grill!) in the fenced in yard. You can even bring your dog along, since Brooks Cottage is Fido friendly!
Life just doesn’t get any better than this, so make sure you plan your visit soon. There’s a place on the porch with your name on it! We hope to see you soon!

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NAME THIS COTTAGE!

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She’s almost ready for her close-up!
NAME THIS COTTAGE!
Restored Vintage 1940s Cottage
Brand New Deck
Band New Deck Furniture
New Hardwood Floors
New Curtains
New Local Art
Freshly Painted In/Out
Sleeps 10!
1.5 Blocks To The Beach
Pet Friendly
Easy Walk To Downtown Tybee
This Grand Dame Needs A New Name
Post your suggestions on our FACEBOOK
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TWEET @mermaidcottages
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By 9 AM, Thursday, March 31
Ready! Set! Go!

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Mermaids in Our Midst: Barb Ogden

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     This week, our Mermaid is near and dear to all of us at Mermaid Cottages. Barb Ogden has been with us here on Tybee for a few years now, and in that time, has not only been a friend but has become a part of our family. Barb left her career in financial services to care for her mother, then moved to Tybee, and she and her two Corgies have been an important part of our lives ever since!
     As far as Mermaid Cottages, Barb has always gone above and beyond in every aspect of her work. From guest services to reservations, networking to logistics, there’s nothing Barb can’t do! She’s been especially helpful in coordinating and volunteering with our Mermaids Give Back efforts.
     Barb has decided to step back for some more time for herself and family, and we want to tell her just how much we love and appreciate her and everything she’s done here at Mermaid Cottages and on Tybee. Barb, you are a wonderful person and friend, and we are so glad to claim you in our family of Mermaids!
     Thankfully though, Barb is going to continue volunteering with us in our Mermaids Give Back events, so we won’t be in complete Barb-withdrawal! Barb, we wish you all the joy you so richly deserve…and all the laid-back, sand-in-your-shoes Tybee Time you can handle! We love you!

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