The American black bear is arguably the most famous resident of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Visitors are eager to see one. They aren’t elusive, and sometimes wander around or through Gatlinburg. Knowing bear etiquette and safety is important when visiting the Smokies – important for the visitors and the bears. And then enjoy […]
Guys’ weekend is just a short drive away when you plan a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee. Whether it’s a Father’s Day (June 19, 2022 btw) trip with all the brothers and dad, a bachelor party or just a much-needed getaway, fun, games, hiking, fishing and good times are waiting for you […]
Come to the Smokies for the unique synchronous fireflies 2022 show! It’s almost time for the amazing synchronous fireflies to light up the skies in the Great Smoky Mountains. We’re here to tell you how and when to see them. Each year in the Smoky Mountains, for a few magical nights in June, one of […]
Mother’s Day is a great time to visit the Great Smoky Mountains with your girlfriends, sister or your mom! Here are some of our favorite things to do with just the girls. Smoky Mountain Yoga Yoga is a great way to to start the day or end it and at Smoky Mountain Yoga, there are […]
Does your trip to the Smokies involve multiple generations? Bringing two, three, or even four generations of family means finding activities everyone will enjoy together. A visit to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park definitely fits the bill. If you’ve got older adults, senior citizens, or group members with limited mobility, you’ll want to check […]
Find Live Music in the Great Smoky Mountains With a rich history in music, the towns of Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains are filled with music year round – from bands at bars and restaurants and outdoor traveling musicians to festivals, holiday events, dinner theater sand the many shows at Dollywood Amusement Park. Here are some […]
Valentine’s Day Weekend It’s finally here and as you know, February 14th, the day we celebrate romance, is This Monday! Do you have your Valentine’s day weekend planned? How about your Valentine’s Day? We know that many questions come to mind when planning the perfect Valentine’s Day weekend and day with your Valentine. Questions like, […]
When wedding bells are in the air and romance is what you crave, a Smoky Mountain Honeymoon is the perfect way to start your new life together! Are you getting married this year, or celebrating the day you did? For romance, adventure, good food and beautiful surroundings, plan it all in the Smoky Mountains. Whether […]
Are you as excited as we are about the new attractions and places to eat coming to the Smoky Mountains in 2022? As 2022 promises more travel and fun and freedom, let’s look at some of the new attractions in the Great Smoky Mountains to look forward to visiting. Flavortown Guy Fieri Downtown Flavortown is opening […]
Celebrate Smoky Mountain Native and Country Music Icon Dolly Parton’s Birthday! Happy birthday, Dolly Parton! The country music icon and a Sevier County native turns 76 today, Jan. 19, 2022. Dolly Parton is one of the most honored music artists of all time. In 2021, People Magazine named her December’s person of the year. […]
