Take Amazing Photos in the Smoky Mountains

In uploading my pictures from an especially scenic trip, I often find that I can never quite capture on a camera just what I saw in person. Of course, this is the case because in person I have taken in the entire experience—sights, smells, sounds, and the atmosphere of where I am. All of these components play a part in the image that we keep in our heads of a specific place. But I still love taking pictures of the places I visit, because pictures take us back. They not only serve as amazing art, but also as literal snapshots

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Gatlinburg Info

Gatlinburg’s Favorite Campsites

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Camping is no doubt one of the most popular things to do in Gatlinburg. It's a great way to get out in nature and there are few places as beautiful as the Great Smoky Mountains to do that. While there are dozens of places to camp in the area, returning guests and even locals have found that there are a few that top the rest. Check out a few of Gatlinburg's favorite campsites. Adventure Bound Camping Resorts – This family owned campground puts a twist on the traditional mountain hideaway experience. Offering seclusion, proximity to town, and a resort atmosphere,

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Alewine Pottery in Gatlinburg TN

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At the age of 19, Robert Alewine began doing something that no one else around him was doing – making pots. His love for art began early, but it wasn't until he made a pot in a college art class that he realized his true talent and passion. During the 1970s he studied with renowned artists Bob Munro, Charles Counts and Lewis Snyder. After his move to Gatlinburg, TN, in 1983, he began creating a name for himself, and over the years, his own work has developed into some of the most sought after pottery in the area. With an

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Events

Free Entertainment on the Parkway

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So you are enjoying a nice vacation in the Great Smoky Mountains, and you want to be entertained as much as possible. But the reality is, entertainment costs money and the economy has most of us on a fairly tight budget. No fear! Gatlinburg is a great place to vacation on a tight budget for reasons like this: Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales! From June 15 through August 11, 2012, Parkway in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, is the place to be for FREE entertainment. Every evening there will be singing, dancing, and storytelling. Guests to Gatlinburg during this exciting time will meet

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Who says Christmas only comes once a year

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If you are like me, you love the Christmas season. The lights, the smell of spices and evergreen trees wafting through the air, the sounds of cheerful music, and the tastes of wonderful Christmas delights, once a year just isn’t enough, and it takes Christmas so long to get here. If you are lucky enough to be in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, during the month of July, you don’t have to wait! Christmas Place celebrates Christmas in July. The month of July is full of wonderful Christmas activities for the whole family to participate in. The fun gets started on July

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Smoky Mountain 4th of July

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So you will be spending your Independence Day celebrating in Tennessee? Congratulations! This is a great place to spend July 4th, celebrating with friends and family. There is a lot to do in the Smoky Mountain area on July 4th. We are, in fact, incredibly proud of our nation and the freedoms that have been afforded us by the sacrifices of so many. In case you want a plan of attack before heading out into the droves that will be joyfully celebrating, here are a few of the things going on in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, on July 4, 2012. Patriot

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Attractions

New Attractions in the Smoky Mountains

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There are tons of things to do while visiting the Great Smoky Mountains. In fact, so much that it would be impossible to do it all in one visit. That’s why I am utterly amazed that they thought of more great things to add! Here are the newer attractions for you to check out this summer. Motown Comes to Town: The former “Eastern Shanghai Theater” on the Parkway has undergone a transformation. June 21, 2012, is the opening day for Pigeon Forge’s new show with a Motown feel. This show will feature an eight-to-ten piece band with horns! You ain’t

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Summer 2012 Country Tonite Events

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Country Tonite Theatre (and yes that’s how you spell it) has been named “the #1 show in the Smokies” by Reader’s Choice! It is also hosts the most award-winning shows in the Smokies. Country Tonite Theatre combines country classics with new country hits and comedy that will leave you in stitches. Because Country Tonite is the only show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, with child performers, it’s guaranteed to be a favorite with the kids too. Country Tonite Theatre has an exciting schedule this summer. Aside from their nightly Country Tonite performances, they also have a few special things planned. July

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Visit Gatlinburg’s Farmers Market

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One of my favorite things to do on nice days during the spring, summer, and fall is to spend the morning at the Farmers Market. While I'm no master chef, I do enjoy learning to cook new things, and I particularly love working with local, fresh ingredients. Fresh ingredients make a home cooked meal even better, and buying local is great for your community. Every Saturday from 8:30 am to 11:30 am (May 19th through October 13th), the Gatlinburg Farmers Market is open to the public in the Alamo Steakhouse parking lot. At the market, visitors and locals will find

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Kidsfest 2012 at Dollywood

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What could possibly be more fun than Dollywood? Kidsfest at Dollywood! Kidsfest is the largest children’s festival in the south! This year Kidsfest will be from June 22, 2012, through July 29, 2012. This year at Dollywood’s Kidsfest, you can once again see the Gazillion Bubble Show. All kids love bubbles, but these bubble magicians astound every one. You will be amazed at what these bubble artists can make bubbles do. The Gazillion Bubbles Show will be showing every day except Monday and will be located on Showstreet inside the Dollywood Park. Do you like acrobatics? Do you like dogs?

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