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During your visit to the Smoky Mountains, make sure to visit Dollywood’s Chasing Rainbows museum in Pigeon Forge! With your ticket to the Dollywood amusement park, you will have access to a unique Dolly Parton museum in Pigeon Forge, Chasing Rainbows. Continue reading
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Extra Lemons, Please!: The History of Southern Sweet Tea
It happens every time. You’re sitting down at your favorite restaurant in Pigeon Forge, you order a tall glass of Southern sweet tea and you are transported down memory lane. Now you are back in your grandmother’s kitchen as she’s bringing a large pot of water to a boil. Continue reading
Things to Consider When Hiking in the Smokies with Children
When planning a day hike in the Smoky Mountains with your children, it is important to pack certain items for your trip. These are a few tips that will make hiking in the Smokies with children much easier! Continue reading
Get Wet, Best Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg Water Spots
With temperatures that often rise into the 80s and 90s accompanied by 90 percent humidity levels, the Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg water holes offer a pleasant retreat during the hot summer months. The Great Smoky Mountain National Park is a great place to start when looking for the perfect spot for a refreshing dip. Continue reading
Best Dining In Gatlinburg For Celebrations
Best Dining In Gatlinburg For Celebrations
The beautifully scenic town of Gatlinburg, Tennessee is considered one of the best vacation locations in the country. With scenic, mountainous views and gorgeous natural scenery, it’s no wonder why this town gathers so many visitors. With rustic charm and a beautiful landscape, this town certainly has some of the heartiest, comforting cuisine in the area. As you read this article, you’ll learn more about the best dining in Gatlinburg. Continue reading
Come Out Of Winter Hibernation For Springfest In Gatlinburg
There is no better way to celebrate the arrival of warmer weather than by going to Gatlinburg’s Springfest. Starting in early March, locals and visitors alike can enjoy three months off food, fun, and entertainment. The highlight of this event is the burst of color blooming throughout the Smoky Mountain area, and with so much going on it is easy to see why Springfest In Gatlinburg is the perfect way to celebrate winter’s end. Continue reading
Ziplining in the Smoky Mountains
An exciting way to enjoy the views of nature is ziplining in the Smoky Mountains. Ziplining is the naturalist’s answer to a roller coaster — without the inversions. A zipline is an overhead cable configured on an incline. Participants use harnesses and brakes to control their ride down the mountain. Continue reading
Tennessee Sipping Pleasure Visit A Smoky Mountain Winery or Distillery
The Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee are the perfect place for hiking, enjoying the panoramic scenery and hitting the theme parks such as Dollywood. However, the wine connoisseur and those who enjoy sipping fine whiskey can also enjoy a palate-pleasing experience while in Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge with a visit to one of the many Smoky Mountain Winery options or distilleries. Continue reading
Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies – what a water world!
Don’t wait until you’ve already planned a trip to the Smoky Mountains to visit Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies – plan your travel around the visit! It’s well worth a trip to see this marvelous, huge water attraction. TripAdvisor called Ripley’s Aquarium Of The Smokies the best aquarium in the country!
Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies is located in one of Tennessee’s most beautiful towns – Gatlinburg. There more than 350 species of sea life at the aquarium – for a total of over 10,000 individual animals! Continue reading
Night Magic Skiing at Ober Gatlinburg
Ober Gatlinburg is a prime skiing destination within Tennessee. With it’s grand opening in 1962, this winter sport attraction and amusement park continues to thrive today. When thinking of planning a trip to Tennessee during the winter or summer months, there is truly no better spot than Gatlinburg. Experience the Great Smoky Mountains unlike ever before with amazing scenic views, fun and excitement just waiting for you around every corner. Be sure to visit during Night Magic Skiing at Ober Gatlinburg held from January 2, 2013 to January 31, 2013 for a completely new experience. Continue reading
