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The magic of Christmas lights, snow, and decorations is enough to really warm your heart during this beautiful season of giving, but it doesn’t quite help your cold nose or freezing fingers! While touring the captivating lights and over-the-top holiday scenery of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, escape to some of my favorite little coffee shops in the Smoky Mountain area. There are numerous stops with tons of unique drink flavors you will definitely want to swing through to taste. Or you can enjoy a hot drink on a cold night from the comfort of your Gatlinburg cabin! I am a […]
Originally opening in 2011, the Lumberjack Feud began as a unique dinner show that featured professional lumberjack athletes who competed for victory in logging events, such as ax swinging, chainsaw carving, logrolling, and tree climbing. Quickly becoming a Pigeon Forge favorite with its unique showmanship and hearty meal, the show was eventually bought by Dolly Parton, who added a touch of Southern flair with special effects and nimble acrobatics in 2015. By 2017, Dolly decided to create a new competitive show with a touch of romance called Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Adventures – now the new Celebration! Dinner Show, leaving […]
Remember entering the bumper-car battle arena at the fair as a kid or spraying your little ones with the innovative water gun additions in summer? Just when you thought bumper cars couldn’t get any better…Ober Gatlinburg decided to take things up a notch with their brand-new attraction — Ice Bumper Cars! You’ve bumped around on slick floors and collided in cool pools, and now you have the chance to knock around a few friends on ice! Rink, Rules & Price Known for their year-round ice skating and ski slopes in winter, Ober Gatlinburg now offers ice bumper cars on their […]
Stuck inside all winter, busy schedules in spring…summertime is vacation time! And no matter your vacation style, be it laid back, high action, luxury, pet-centered, or miserly, the Great Smoky Mountains is the perfect place to host your summer vacay. Unsure what kind of vacation style suits you? Take our mini quiz to help you find the answer with tips and tricks on how to enjoy your best Smoky Mountain vacation! As a bonus, we’ve even listed the perfect cabin amenities according to each vacationer type — after all, you can’t visit the Smokies without a proper cabin experience…it’s tradition. […]
While your gorgeous log cabin may be peaceful and secluded among the Smoky Mountain forestry or high on a mountain ridgeline among the clouds, the hustle and bustle of summer in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge is a great balance to your vacation! Alternate between the serene, majestic mountains and tranquil rivers creeping through the forests to exciting Ripley’s attractions, live street music during Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales, and boisterous shows. However, you will want to spend your time wisely after prying yourselves away from those breathtaking mountain views and venturing outside of your cozy cabin and make the most […]
You know the songs: “Thunder Rolls,” “She’s Everything,” “Three Wooden Crosses,” and “I Cross My Heart.” You know the artists: Garth Brooks, Brad Paisley, Randy Travis, and George Strait. But what (or who) you probably don’t know are the songwriters behind these top country hits — names like Pat Alger, Tony Arata, and Kent Blazy. Performances and workshops with Hall of Fame songwriters are just the beginning of what’s in store for you at the 7th Annual Smoky Mountains Songwriters Festival (SMSWF) in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, August 2018. If you’ve never heard of this melodious festival before, the short story is […]
If lines make you anxious, bumper-to-bumper traffic isn’t your game, and crowds make you cringe, then you might be a Crowd Avoider. Some people may say you’re too uptight, can’t let loose, or just need to chill, but we get it. Why wait in line forever to enjoy a ride for a few fleeting moments? Why take hours to reach a destination that’s only minutes away? And why let people you don’t even know into your personal bubble? Any of this ringing a bell? Yep, that’s why we’ve put together a list of 10 reasons you’re a crowd avoider and […]
Swing into summer 2018 with some awesome new cabins packed with amenities to keep you cool and relaxed. Plan a romantic retreat in a cozy 1-bedroom cabin, get away for games with friends, or treat the kids to private pool days on your fun family vacation in Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge! READY TO PLAY?! Cherokee Dreams Lodge | 7 bedrooms | 7 bathrooms | sleeps 30 | Gatlinburg Situated in the desirable Gatlinburg Falls Hidden Valley Resort, this luxurious group getaway is impressive inside and out. Stained wood and interesting details throughout this rustic-industrial cabin really make it pop, and […]
As you make your way into the wonderful City of Gatlinburg, surrounded by the breathtaking Great Smoky Mountains, spellbound by exciting attractions, entranced by the aroma of Southern flavors, and mesmerized by endless cabin amenities, falling in love isn’t a choice — it’s a natural response. And we believe once you visit Gatlinburg, you’ll feel the same. That’s why we’ve put together a list of reasons why we love Gatlinburg, from hiking in the most visited national park and tackling every attraction in sight to savoring local food creations and spending quality time in a cozy cabin with an epic […]
Known for drawing famed celebrities to the area, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, welcomes yet another talented star, Grand Ole Opry winner, and coach from The Voice, Blake Shelton! When seeking a great location for his 3rd restaurant, there was no doubt Gatlinburg would be the place. With country roots, Southern charm, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park next door, Gatlinburg was an obvious choice to host the next Ole Red. And with Dolly Parton’s blessing, Blake intends to take the Smokies by storm, luring even more visitors to the area with a hopping restaurant attraction featuring live music, Southern cuisine, and […]