by American Patriot Getaways
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the country – and for good reason! At 816 square miles, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park has a lot to offer. And Gatlinburg, Tennessee is nestled right next to the park. So if you’re staying in Gatlinburg for at least a […]
Winter in the Smoky Mountains is magical – beautiful views from your Mountain Cabin hot tub, warm and inviting restaurants, thrilling fun on the mountain slopes from skiing and snowboarding and snow tubing to ice skating and bumper cars. Ober Gatlinburg is the place to go when you want some fun outside your cabin. Ober […]
Sometimes, in the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, we forget to just breathe. It’s easy to lose sight of what’s most important to us: our families. Why not escape the business of the city and the monotony of everyday life and head to the mountains? ‘But I can’t plan a vacation, I’ve got […]
Imagine you’re staying in a Smoky Mountain cabin with those breathtaking Tennessee views and you awake to beautiful newly fallen snow an incredible sunrise. You grab your down jacket, lace up your boots and head out on a morning hike with your camera, some water (stay hydrated!), a map and a great walking stick. You […]
Looking for to visit the Smoky Mountains for your next vacation? Are you a lover of all things outdoors? Do you love to become ‘one with nature’? If you answered yes to these questions, you should definitely consider planning to go on a Smoky Mountain hiking trip. The mountains are truly great for hiking. The […]
Thrilling rides from sky-view heights, family-friendly new attractions and play areas at Dollywood, and games galore are in store for travelers to the Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge area in 2019. Gatlinburg Skylift Gatlinburg takes riders up 1,800 feet to the top of Crockett Mountain, showcasing the spectacular Gatlinburg area views – forests, mountains and the […]
Ahhh, the Smoky Mountains. A place surrounded by gorgeous streams and mountain peaks. Not only are these mountains beautiful, it turns out they’re healthy for you, too. Spending a day in the great outdoors contributes to weight loss and lower stress levels. Is that convincing enough for you? Then you’ll need a place […]
Today Dolly Parton celebrates her 73rd Birthday! In honor of the Smoky Mountain’s (and Sevier County’s) most famous resident, here are some some fun facts about the songstress herself: She’s a one of the most-honored music artists of all time – Dolly Parton has had 26 songs reach Number 1 on the Billboard country charts […]
Congratulations! By choosing a trip to Tennessee to soak up the history of Gatlinburg, you’re in great company. Approximately 12 million people visit Gatlinburg’s County, Sevier County, every year. That’s quite a difference from just the 71,000 residents of the county (plus 1,600 black bears!). Whether you’re planning to hike, tour, ski, shop, or rest, […]
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park was created in 1934. This park was created for many reasons – the stunning natural beauty, the cold and flowing waterfalls, and the chance to conserve natural resources. During this period in American history, the automobile was becoming more affordable. With the thinking that more people would be driving […]
