{"id":5548,"date":"2019-07-03T12:00:28","date_gmt":"2019-07-03T16:00:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/?p=5548"},"modified":"2026-04-28T11:12:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T11:12:21","slug":"treat-yo-self-smokies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/advice\/treat-yo-self-smokies.htm","title":{"rendered":"Celebrate Treat Yo\u2019 Self Day in the Smokies!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Isn\u2019t it about time to give back \u2014 to yo\u2019 self? Wait a minute now. We know what you\u2019re thinking\u2026<em>how can you say that? That\u2019s super selfish<\/em>! Hang on, there\u2019s nothing wrong with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/blog\/advice\/treat-yourself-weekend.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">treating yourself<\/a> to a piece of your hard-earned pie. We\u2019re not saying you should never give to others. But we <em>are<\/em> saying it\u2019s important to take care of yourself and give back to YOU.<\/p>\n<p>Always giving away can be taxing on your health, physically and mentally. If you\u2019re not giving happily, then something is wrong, which is partly why Treat Yo\u2019 Self Day has been catching on in recent years. It\u2019s celebrated on October 13 and was actually created in 2011 by a famous comedy series you may have heard of called <em>Parks and Recreation<\/em>\u2026but that\u2019s a funny story for another time.<\/p>\n<p>In a nutshell, a few characters on the show pamper, primp, indulge, and let the reins go on this extra special day. Sounds pretty great, right? Well, it\u2019s your turn to treat yo\u2019 self! You know who. You know why. You know when. Now, we\u2019ll tell you how in the Great Smoky Mountains \u2014 <em>where<\/em> exciting attractions, boutiques galore, fine dining, luxurious cabins, and beautiful memories await YOU!<\/p>\n<h2>Play at Local Attractions<\/h2>\n<p>Fun attractions of all shapes, sizes, and kinds run rampant in the Smokies, meaning there\u2019s something for everyone. And we\u2019re 100% (or like 99.99%) certain you\u2019re going to have a blast playing in town!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tour The Island in Pigeon Forge, where you can ride to the tippy top of the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, <a href=\"https:\/\/theescapegame.com\/pigeonforge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">escape prison<\/a> with your best pals (or cellmates\u2026), and eat and shop all day.<\/li>\n<li>Visit Dollywood, an amusement park with thrilling roller coasters, adrenaline pumping rides, fantastic music shows, live crafting, unique experiences, Southern treats, and country shops.<\/li>\n<li>Climb a rock wall, ice skate (year-round), putt-putt, zoom down a mountain coaster, shop around, and eat all the yummy things at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Area &amp; Amusement Park.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Our attraction favs not tickling your fancy? No worries, there\u2019s plenty more! Cruise the Parkway and pick intriguing places that catch your eye. Don\u2019t think too much \u2014 just stop at what you want because this is your day to play!<\/p>\n<h2>Explore the Great Outdoors<\/h2>\n<p>Are you a nature lover? Perfect! The Great Smoky Mountains will be in fall bloom for Treat Yo\u2019 Self Day, with colorful autumn hues draping across the mountains and valleys. So be sure to visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park for peace, quiet, and gorgeous views!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Get a bird\u2019s eye view with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scenichelicoptertours.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Scenic Helicopter Tours<\/a>, offering a variety of tour options that include flying over the river, lake, city, valley areas, and (of course) the national park.<\/li>\n<li>Take a picturesque drive, hike, bike, or horseback ride in Cades Cove, a beautiful valley area with historical structures, wildlife all about, mountain scenes, trails to waterfalls, and a picnic area.<\/li>\n<li>Head to the top of Clingman\u2019s Dome, the highest point in the national park featuring 360\u00b0 views of the rolling, fall decorated Smokies \u2014 there\u2019s nothing like it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Shop Until You Drop<br \/>\nItching to see what\u2019s inside that old country store? Pull in, venture inside, and walk out with as many souvenirs as you please! We do have a few recommendations, too\u2026<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check out the Great Smoky Arts &amp; Crafts Community, harboring 100+ artisans with unmatched skill in metal work, wood carving, sowing, glass blowing, basket weaving, painting, and oh-so-much more!<\/li>\n<li>Stroll through <a href=\"https:\/\/thevillageshops.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Village<\/a>, a European inspired shopping complex with 27 shops boasting fresh ingredients, monogrammed items, art and home d\u00e9cor, toys, and fashion pieces.<\/li>\n<li>Peruse The Old Mill district, where the General Store, Pigeon River Pottery, Sassafras Clothing, and Farmhouse Kitchen won\u2019t disappoint your taste for Southern flair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Dine on Exquisite Cuisine<\/h2>\n<p>Working up an appetite from all the fun you\u2019ll have on Treat Yo\u2019 Self Day in the Smokies just comes with the territory. Want fast food? We got it. Craving homemade fudge, brittle, ice cream, and donuts? Check! Looking for elevated eats? Try a few below.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Try the salmon &amp; avocado salad, juicy baby back ribs, and the Klondike burger at Timberwood Grill.<\/li>\n<li>Unwind and dine by the Little Pigeon River inside The Peddler Steakhouse, featuring hand cut, TN hickory charcoal grilled steaks.<\/li>\n<li>Savor traditional Southern flavors at Paula Deen\u2019s Family Kitchen. We highly recommend Grandmama Paul\u2019s fried green tomatoes!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Better yet, opt for a dinner show to add a little extra spice to your evening! Watch Dolly Parton\u2019s Stampede, root for the <a href=\"https:\/\/hatfieldmccoydinnerfeud.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hatfields or the McCoys<\/a>, or sail the seven seas at Pirate\u2019s Voyage.<\/p>\n<h2>Stay in a Luxury Cabin<\/h2>\n<p>After playing in town, horseback riding through the national park, shopping for souvenirs, and enjoying a top-rated dinner show, it\u2019s time to head back to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cabinsforyou.com\/luxury-cabin-rentals.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">luxury cabin<\/a> in Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg.<\/p>\n<p><em>Live cabin life to the lux!<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sip mimosas by the private indoor pool.<\/li>\n<li>Soak tired muscles in the hot tub on deck.<\/li>\n<li>Beat the highest arcade scores in the rec room.<\/li>\n<li>Watch movies in the home theater with surround sound.<\/li>\n<li>Sneak (or proudly grab) midnight snacks from the fully equipped kitchen.<\/li>\n<li>Dream sweetly in the master suite\u2019s king-size bed after a soothing spa bath in the jetted tub!<\/li>\n<li>Wake up to majestic mountain views or the sound of a flowing river just outside your window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Or maybe\u2026your preferred way to treat yo\u2019 self is with a day of pampering and relaxing at the cabin. Go for it \u2014 with luxurious preorders, like wildflower bouquets and gift baskets (filled with items like gourmet chocolates, bath salts, and soap petals) plus an in-cabin massage and chef!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Take it from us \u2014 YOU deserve a fun, memorable, and lavish getaway to the Smokies! And there\u2019s no better time than (the unofficially official) Treat Yo\u2019 Self Day on October 13!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Isn\u2019t it about time to give back \u2014 to yo\u2019 self? Wait a minute now. We know what you\u2019re thinking\u2026how can you say that? That\u2019s super selfish! Hang on, there\u2019s nothing wrong with treating yourself to a piece of your hard-earned pie. We\u2019re not saying you should never give to others. But we are saying it\u2019s important to take care of yourself and give back to YOU. Always giving away can be taxing on your health, physically and mentally. 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