The Best Summer Wildflowers in the Smokies
Summer blooms are starting to show up here in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. While the low elevations have seen many beautiful flowers come and go, the high elevations are just getting started! There are many reasons to visit the high elevations of the Smoky Mountains in the summer months. In fact, we […]
Six Elegant, Unique and Romantic Ways to Say I Do in the Great Smoky
The majestic mountains and valleys of the Great Smoky Mountains are a perfect backdrop for romance and making a lifelong commitment to the one you love. Whether you live an hour or 24 hours from Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville, Tennessee, consider the beautiful and serene national park for your wedding destination. No two weddings […]
Secret Spots of the Smokies
With over 11.4 million annual visitors, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the country – seeing 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 looking to see the park and […]
Five Smoky Mountain Shopping Destinations for Unique Gifts and Inspired Wares
On any given day in the towns around the beautiful Smoky Mountains, visitors and locals are enjoying the vistas, the sites, the sounds, the attractions of the area and the shopping! That’s right, Sevier County is known as much for its shopping opportunities – from unique local shops to international designer outlets – as it […]
Smoky Mountain Summer Festivals
With summer just around the corner, it’s time to break out the BBQ and a few good tunes. Luckily, if you’re planning a visit to Sevierville, Gatlinburg, or Pigeon Forge in late May you have a chance to do just that at one of TWO amazing festivals. Read on to learn all about Sevierville’s Bloomin’ […]
Get Crafty in The Glades Arts and Crafts Community
Get back to the roots of the people who have lived in The Great Smoky Mountains by going to Gatlinburg’s Arts & Crafts Community to watch artisans or make something yourself – a keepsake from your Tennessee vacation – during one of the “Hands On” events. “Carvers, weavers, watercolor artists, casters, soap makers, potters, wood […]
Dollywood’s 2020 Season Begins March 14 with Festival of Nations
Dollywood, the theme park that bares singer/songwriter Dolly Parton’s name, opens for its 2020 season on Saturday, March 14, with food, fun, rides, and song and dance. Spanning 150 acres in the Great Smoky Mountains, Dollywood offers more than 40 world class rides, high-energy entertainment, award-winning dining and the “friendliest park atmosphere in the world.” Dollywood wins awards for […]
Smoky Mountain Winefest: What It Is and Why You Need to Plan for It
Are you looking for your next spring getaway? If you enjoy the mountains, great food, and wine, then we have the perfect place for you. The annual Smoky Mountain Winefest takes place each spring. Year after year, it delivers visitors a unique wine tasting experience and culinary adventure. Keep reading to find out why you […]
The 10 Best Smoky Mountains Towns You Need to Visit
With its signature blue mist and rugged landscape, the Smoky Mountains are a true gem in the South. But hidden throughout this beautiful landscape are dozens of quaint mountainside towns that are perfect for quick trips and weekend getaways. If you’ve ever wanted to visit the Smoky Mountains, read on for our guide to the […]
7 Reasons to Ditch the Passport and Plan a Smoky Mountain Vacation
Longing for an exotic getaway? You imagine some far-flung locale with mystic smoke rising up from a land of lush green vegetation, teeming with wildlife and adventure around every corner. We’ll let you in on a little secret… that bucket-list destination might not be so far after all. Mystic smoke… check. Lush landscape…check. Wildlife galore…check. Non-stop […]
