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Best Ziplines in the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT With countless zip line options available, it might be hard to decide where to go. Here is a list of some of the best places to zipline in the Smoky Mountains. CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains CLIMB Works Smoky Mountains has been the top-rated zipline in Tennessee for many years! CLIMB … Read more

Popular Townsend, Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge Museums

(WEBSITE LINKS: CLICK THE BOLD, GREEN PRINT) Whether you’re looking to beat the heat in an air-conditioned building or avoid some rainy weather, visiting a museum is a great way to spend time indoors. The Smoky Mountains have a variety of museums displaying famous cars to artifacts from the Titanic. Hollywood Star Cars Museum The Hollywood … Read more

Dinner Shows and Theaters in Pigeon Forge

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT Pigeon Forge is home to some of the best entertainment you will find. Make your experience even more special with a meal at a fabulous dinner theater. Whether you’re in the mood for comedy or live music, you’ll find it here. Here are 5 of the best dinner shows … Read more

Fall Foliage in the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITE: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT There is nothing like fall in the Smoky Mountains! The Smokies offer some of the most spectacular fall colors you’ll ever see. This is a guide to everything you need to know about the fall foliage in the Smoky Mountains. The Best Time to See the Fall Foliage in … Read more

Planning a Day at Dollywood

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT Dollywood parks offer an amazing experience and escape into the Great Smoky Mountains with thrilling rides, a water park, food and the high-energy entertainment and expert craftspeople. Like other popular amusement parks, Dollywood can be crowded and require a part of your vacation budget. Keep reading for ideas to save. Dollywood … Read more

Scenic Drives In The Smoky Mountains TN

WEBSITES. CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PIRNT The Great Smoky Mountains National Park was created in 1934. The park was created for the natural beauty, the flowing waterfalls, and to conserve natural resources. During this period, the automobile was becoming more affordable.  Therefore, the Smokies were created with auto touring in mind. 88% of Great Smoky … Read more

Swimming Holes in the Smoky Mountains

When summer temperatures rise on your Smoky Mountain vacation, an you’re wanting to find a place to hop in some water you are in the right place.  The Great Smoky Mountains National Park has more than 2,100 miles of flowing water! With this much wate, there many places to go.  Grab your sunglasses and swimsuit, … Read more

Smoky Mountain Secret Spots

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the country, with over 11.4 million annual visitors. This is as many visitors as Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon combined!  A popular national park can sometimes mean big crowds during busy times of year. If you’re … Read more

Top Gatlinburg Attractions

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT With so many candy shops, thrill rides, and sight-seeing opportunities, it can be overwhelming when planning the family vacation. The following list will hopefully guide you, and ensure a Gatlinburg favorite will not be missed. Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies Stingrays and sharks fly overhead. Jellyfish float about, their … Read more

The Smokies Are ‘Magical’ In More Ways Than One

(WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT Impossibilities – Magic, Mindreading and Mayhem! In the heart of downtown Gatlinburg is this unique magic show, which is staged in the Iris Theater in the main level of the Space Needle attraction. Magical comedian Chris Collins and mentalist Erik Dobell deliver a night of magic, reality-shattering mind reading and … Read more

CAVERNS AND CAVES OF THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT Forbidden Caverns Looking for a unique attraction while visiting the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee? Forbidden Caverns is a cave under the Great Smoky Mountains where natural caverns are large and amazing! Tour guides take you on an fascinating journey through the cave and tell you the history and … Read more

Top Spas in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT If your Smoky Mountain vacation goal is to feel relaxed, there are some spas in Gatlinburg you will want to partake! The environment and unique scenery of the Smokies can instantly relieve stress, but a massage or foot soak will certainly add to your enjoyment and experience! Fox Place … Read more

Waterfalls Make Your Smoky Mountain Vacation Memorable

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT Smoky Mountain Waterfalls are some of the most spectacular in the South. There are waterfalls ranging from 25 feet to 180 feet! The waterfalls featured here are ideal for those who are more interested in the waterfall itself, than a hike to see it. However, there are some waterfalls featured … Read more

The Best Adventures in The Smoky Mountains TN

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT Tennessee is known for great people, great food, music, and beautiful landscapes. There’s also hidden gem that might escape your list of things to do if you’re coming for a visit – the Great Smoky Mountains. Tennessee has beautiful, mighty mountains deep within its territory. They may not be … Read more

Where to Pop the Question

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD GREEN PRINT Planning to propose but not sure where or how? Let the natural romance of the Great Smoky Mountains be your guide. What you’ll find in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, Tennessee is the perfect atmosphere, background and environment. From the mountaintops to a waterfall to a favorite attraction, check out the following … Read more

Challenging Escape Games That Will Test You

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT Gatlin’s Escape Games Race against the clock to conquer the 3 themed escape rooms at Gatlin’s Escape Games! These thrilling games at Gatlin’s Fun Center feature props, lighting and sound effects to add to all of the fun! The Legend of Atlantis challenges you to find your way through … Read more

Synchronous Elkmont Fireflies Event in the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITE: CLICK ON BOLD BLUE PRINT Fireflies, or lightning bugs, can be found in many parts of the United States, but the Great Smoky Mountains is where thousands of visitors year after year flock to see the Elkmont fireflies.  Every year, in late May and early June, the Elkmont fireflies (sometimes also referenced to as … Read more

Llama Hiking in the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITE: CLICK ON BOLD PRNT So, hiking with llamas, you say? Not the most common thing you would expect to do, however, until you try it, you won’t be let down! Imagine yourself, on a trail among tall trees in the beautiful Smoky Mountains. At your side is a fluffy, unique animal that you probably have … Read more

Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud

WEBSITE: CLICK ON BOLD, BLUE PRINT Supper Paula Deen’s Lumberjack Feud is new to Pigeon Forge in 2018! You will experience real lumberjacks as they compete in eleven challenging events! Your family will enjoy this Supper show for sure. What’s a Supper Show? Round’ these parts, dinner is called “Supper”. Instead of calling it a … Read more

Ober Mountain ~ So Much To Do ~ Year Round

WEBSITE: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT Ober Mountain in Gatlinburg, TN offers year round fun and excitement for the entire family.  The beauty is an added plus, and you can do all activities and adventures at one location.                                   … Read more

Alcatraz East Crime Museum ~ Pigeon Forge, TN

WEBSITE: CLICK ON BOLD TYPE Welcome to the Big House! Alcatraz East, a new crime museum, opened in East Tennessee in the fall of 2016. The museum, which will give visitors the behind-the-scenes story to our nation’s crime history, is located at the entrance to The Island at 2757 Parkway in Pigeon Forge. The museum … Read more

World’s Largest Titanic Museum

Website link: Click on bold print The story and history of the Titanic’s maiden voyage is known to just about everyone.  RMS Titanic was a British passenger liner that sank in the North Atlantic Ocean in the early hours of 15 April 1912, after colliding with an iceberg during its maiden voyage from Southampton to … Read more

First Time Visitor Activities to the Smoky Mountains

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD PRINT The Smoky Mountains have everything you need for a dream vacation including world class theme parks and breathtaking views. The activities are endless in the area.  It can be hard fitting it all into one trip. To assist you having an amazing first trip,  these 6 must do venues in … Read more

Year Round Snow Tubing is Here – Pigeon Forge Snow

WEBSITE LINK: CLICK ON BOLD, GREEN PRINT “Snow tubing fun all year long! Pigeon Forge Snow is the first indoor snow facility in the entire United States that offers REAL snow all year long. It uses state of the art snowmaking technology to transform its 35,000 square ft. indoor facility into a winter wonderland, complete … Read more

The Most Popular Hiking Trail in the Smokies

WEBSITES: CLICK ON BOLD PRINT   If you have limited time to explore the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you need to cut to the chase and discover the best hiking trail. There are over 850 miles of hiking trails and over 80 hiking routes.   It can be difficult to research to find the … Read more