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Lesser Known Attractions in the Smokies

The SInks

For those wanting to try something a little different during their stay, read to find our top choices for lesser know attractions in the Smokies. Here are our favorite attractions for off the beaten path adventures.  The Sinks  The Sinks is an unnatural waterfall on the Little River, in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park […]

Spend Halloween in the Great Smoky Mountains

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Frightful fall fun As the nights become shorter and the chill in the air deepens, spooky sightings and thoughts abound. Why not spend Halloween in the Great Smoky Mountains with haunted houses, spooky events and tours and charming festivals? Ripley’s Fright Nights Discover what goes bump in the dark as live actors, special effects, and […]

The Best Time & Places to See Fall Foliage

Fall overhead shot of the mountains

It’s almost time – for fall colors!  If you’re planning a trip to see fall foliage in the Smokies, timing is everything. Just a couple weeks too early or too late makes all the difference in you want to see the expansion of colorful beauty. Here is a breakdown of the best times and places to […]

Visit the Village in Gatlinburg, A Must See When in Tennessee

Entry way to The Village

Planning to visit Gatlinburg soon? Don’t miss out on The Village. Located on the Parkway at traffic light #6, The Village offers over 27 unique shops, eateries and galleries. There truly is something for everyone. Spend the afternoon walking through a place reminiscent of an old-world village.  With it’s beautiful European-style architecture you will feel […]

Unique Theme Parks in Sevierville & Pigeon Forge

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Looking for a different type of theme park, with your family, during your stay? Read about these unique theme parks in Sevierville and Pigeon Forge. We all know about that one theme park in our area but did you know that Sevierville and Pigeon Forge both offer a few un places you don’t want to […]

Thrifting for Vintage & Antiques in the Smokies

Thrifting for Vintage and Antiques in the Smokies is here! Planning a Fall trip to the Smokies, and you love to thrift shop? We got you. Two Smokies Thrifting Events What’s the old saying, someone else’s trash is another’s treasure? Or maybe you just love the idea of repurposing a before loved item into something […]

Cabin vs chalet – what’s the difference?

Almost Bearadise Chalet

Have you ever asked yourself, “what’s the difference between a cabin and chalet? If you’re planning a Smoky Mountain getaway, you should! When you decide to take a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains, naturally you want a great place to stay while visiting. The region offers a wide variety of vacation hideaways, from condos to […]

Top 10 Reasons To Visit The Smokies 

Summer Smoky Mountains

The Great Smoky Mountains have so much to offer – from serenity to adventure, food and drink to world-class and unique entertainment, the reasons to visit are endless. Here are our top 10 reasons to visit:   1 Mountain Views Of all the national parks in the United States, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is […]

A Day Trip Through The Blue Ridge Parkway

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When you’re visiting the Great Smoky Mountains – whether for a weekend or a week, a great day trip is a ride through the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Parkway – celebrating its 85th birthday this year – connects Shenandoah National Park, near Waynesboro, VA (Milepost 0) with Great Smoky Mountains National Park, near Cherokee, NC […]

Car Shows Summer 2024

Street Machine

Great Smoky Mountains is the site of car shows –also known as rod runs – where automobile enthusiasts bring their vehicles out to display. Not only can you view and explore the vehicles, you also can connect with people selling parts for your motorized baby. Car shows are for car enthusiasts showing off their pride […]

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