This Labor Day, rent jet skis, waverunners, sea doos, canoes, kayaks, and peddle boats at H2O Sports at Swann’s Marina on Douglas Lake. There are jet skis for all skill levels of riders, and all the rentals are performance or luxury models. Prices start as low as $30 a day, but vary depending on equipment [...]
Archive for August, 2008
Labor Day on the Water at Douglas Lake, Tennessee
Posted in Family Fun, Outdoor, Summer on August 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Don’t get lost on your way to Gatlinburg, Tennessee: driving directions
Posted in Concierge, Maps & Alternate Routes on August 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Traffic on your way to the Smokies can be congested, especially along highways 66 & 441 through Sevierville & Pigeon Forge. Here are some less-traveled scenic routes to Gatlinburg. It may be a little longer drive, but during peak times you can save at least an hour by avoiding traffic.
From Chattanooga: Take Exit 81 on [...]
Chimney Tops Trail, Newfound Gap Road, Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Gatlinburg, TN
Posted in Free Things To Do, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Hiking, Outdoor on August 28, 2008 | 2 Comments »
Whether you are looking for a warm summer afternoon hike, or a cooler fall hike to look at the fall colored leaves, the Chimney Tops Trail is beautiful. As you wind along Newfound Gap Road in Gatlinburg, you can see twin peaks; however, you cannot fully appreciate them until you reach the top. The hike [...]
The Little River & the Townsend Y, Tennessee – Swimming in the Smokies
Posted in Environment, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Outdoor, Summer on August 27, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The Little River flows through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. As summer comes to an end & school starts back, your family should enjoy a vacation or afternoon in the park before life gets busy again. A great way to stay cool in the beautiful National Park is by enjoying the mountain streams. About midway between Gatlinburg [...]
The Lollipop Guild in Gatlinburg, TN
Posted in Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Shopping on August 26, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The Lollipop Guild is a unique specialty shop in Gatlinburg. It are a great place to go if you are looking to personalize your next gift. Whether it’s a personalized CD, cartoon, books, or towels, the shop has just what you need to give that perfect gift for your child. Is your daughter in love with [...]
Scenic Drive: The Tail of the Dragon: Deals Gap- Great Smoky Mountains
Posted in Free Things To Do, Great Smoky Mountains National Park on August 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
If you are visiting the Great Smoky Mountains and are up for a scenic drive, head out to the Tail of the Dragon. This ride is among the most popular destination rides for motorcycles and sports cars in the United States. For many, the Tail of The Dragon begins at the west end of the Foothills Parkway [...]
Salt & Pepper Shakers Museum in Gatlinburg- Winery Square
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Museums on August 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
It is official, the Gatlinburg area has one of pretty much everything. Located here in the Smokies is the world’s only Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum. I know we have all seen some pretty as well as tacky shakers in our day, but at the museum you get to see all 17,000! The museum is constantly [...]
FAQ & Answers about Gatlinburg
Posted in Concierge on August 23, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Q: Where is the aerial tram that will take you to Ober Gatlinburg?
A: The tram is located in the Ober Gatlinburg building at 1001 Parkway, Gatlinburg.
Q: Where can I hike with my dog?
A: You can walk with your dog (on a leash) on any public road in the park, the Sugarlands walking trail, the Cades Cove loop, and [...]
The Paul Murray Museum in Gatlinburg, Tennessee- Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community
Posted in Arts & Crafts, Attractions, Culture, Downtown Gatlinburg, Free Things To Do, Museums on August 22, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The artwork of internationally renowned artist Paul Murray can be seen in his gallery in Gatlinburg. Murray makes a conscious effort to capture the qualities of the Smoky Mountains, because he feels that natural beauty is fading fast. He focuses on what is simple and beautiful, because those things are getting lost in this [...]
Jackson Mountain Rental Cabin, Big Timber Lodge, Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Posted in Cabin Rentals, Downtown Gatlinburg on August 21, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Family reunion? Birthday celebration? Whatever the event, the Big Timber Lodge can sleep up to 30 people in the 8-bedroom cabin. The cabin is located in the Black Bear Falls log home community, just 5 minutes from downtown Gatlinburg. The cabin has all the amenities you could need on your vacation, such as a swimming pool, pool table, back [...]
The Tennessee Heritage Trail
Posted in Dinner Theater, Downtown Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Outdoor on August 20, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The Tennessee Heritage Trail was recently opened in order to honor East Tennessee culture and traditions. The trail is divided into three paths: arts & crafts, history, and music. On the Arts & Crafts Trail you will find folk art, hand-made pottery, watercolors, sculptures, lithographs, and other art forms. In Gatlinburg, the trail goes through [...]
The Dukes of Hazzard in Gatlinburg, Tennessee: Cooter’s Museum
Posted in Downtown Gatlinburg, Museums on August 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
If you cannot get enough of the Dukes of Hazzard and are going to be in Gatlinburg, you should visit Cooter’s Museum at Cooter’s Place. The museum is full of memorabilia from the Dukes of Hazzard. From original uniforms to painted car hoods, the museum embodies the elements from the Hazzard that you love. The [...]
A Walk in the Woods: Guided Tours through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park; Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Hiking on August 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
A Walk in the Woods is a guided tour of parts of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with a very knowledgeable guide. Erik and Vesna Plakanis own the outfitter, and place emphasis on teaching the natural history of the park. The purpose of the guided tour is to help make your trip to the Smokies as [...]
Little Greenbrier School & Trail, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Posted in Attractions, Culture, Free Things To Do, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Hiking, Outdoor on August 17, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The Little Greenbrier School is located in the Greenbrier area between Gatlinburg and Cades Cove of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The schoolhouse was built in 1882, and is located in a beautiful setting. The building served as both a school and the Primitive Baptist Church until 1935. Inside you will see the types [...]
Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre, Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Posted in Downtown Gatlinburg, Shows on August 16, 2008 | 1 Comment »
As you are planning a last minute vacation to Gatlinburg, plan on visiting the Sweet Fanny Adams Theatrefor a comical show that will entertain the entire family. This is the 32nd season for the Theatre, and is one of Gatlinburg’s top entertainment attractions. The performers are great, and the theatre has been recognized as one of [...]
Personal Shopping Assistance in Gatlinburg
Posted in Gatlinburg, Prepared Meals on August 15, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
If total relaxation is what you are looking for on your vacation then hire someone to do your shopping for you, cook for you, or even come to your cabin and give you a massage. There are personal chef services and grocery shopping services all located in the Great Smoky Mountains. Some services also include packages such [...]
Rocky Top Tours, Tours of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park & Driving assistance throughout the area
Posted in Attractions, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Transportation on August 14, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The Great Smoky Mountain National Park is filled with beautiful sites everywhere you look. Driving through the park is pretty & relaxing, but being behind the wheel you could miss some great things. Rocky Top Tours is the best way to be able to see everything around you. You will not have to worry about keeping your eyes on [...]
Clogging in East Tennessee, An American Step-dance
Posted in Arts & Crafts, Culture on August 13, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The Tennessee traditional dance of clogging originated in the southern Appalachian mountains, and was brought in by the Scottish and Irish settlers. The original form of clogging was the act of coupled dancers executing individual step dances together in group configurations, and the footwork was more spontaneous. Modern cloggers synchronize their steps, which emphasizes the [...]
Five Rivers Adventures White Water Rafting, Great Smoky Mountains National Park area
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Outdoor, Summer on August 12, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
While visiting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, experience a professional guided white water rafting trip down the upper or lower Little Pigeon River. The Upper River trip has class III & IV rapids, which is a lot of fun! You must be at least 8 years old and/or weight at least 70 lbs to go [...]
Help Save the Black Bears with Appalachian Bear Rescue & the 10K Rocket Run in Townsend, TN
Posted in Black Bears, Events, Family Fun, Townsend on August 11, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Appalachian Bear Rescue is a rehabilitation center for black bears located just outside of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. ABR is a non-profit organization that uses donations to save injured and orphaned bears. If the bear is a cub, after ABR cares for the young, they try to find a surrogate mother to care for [...]
Mt. LeConte Overnight Adventures at the Institution of Tremont
Posted in Environment, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Hiking, Summer, Tremont on August 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
You have 5 more days to register for the Overnight Adventure (Aug. 15-17) on Mt. LeConte with the Institute of Tremont. You will stay in the LeConte lodge, which is the highest elevation lodge in the eastern U.S. Saturday night will be spent at Tremont, and then Sunday morning the climb up Mt. LeConte will [...]
August Special from Jackson Mountain Homes, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Posted in Cabin Rentals, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on August 9, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Summer is coming to an end, and Jackson Mountain Homes, Inc has an August special to help you plan that last minute vacation. If you stay 6 nights in any of their cabins, you get the 7th night free! Jackson Mountain Homes has great prices on great properties. Recently, 9 cabins’ rates were reduced, one of which [...]
You Scream, I Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream, Gatlinburg, TN
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on August 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
While strolling through downtown Gatlinburg this hot August, stop into Mayfield Dairy Bar on the Parkway for a sweet treat. Choose from our selection of ice creams, shakes, funnel cakes, hot dogs, espresso, and other sweets to help cool you off.
2008 String Time in the Smokies, American Music Celebration in Pigeon Forge, TN
Posted in Events, Free Things To Do, Pigeon Forge, Summer on August 7, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
For two days, starting August 8th, the String Time American Music Festival will be in Pigeon Forge. The event will be held at Patriot Park from 6-10 p.m. each night. The festival brings together a variety of artists, some include Doc Watson & David Grisman, Lost Mill String Band, Jimbo Whaley and Greenbrier Timberwinds. There [...]
Great Smoky Mountain Vacation on a Budget
Posted in Concierge, Free Things To Do, Great Smoky Mountains National Park on August 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Over the summer, the average American’s budget grew a little tighter. The Great Smoky Mountains in East Tennessee can be an inexpensive vacation for young couples, retirees, and families. One tip to making your trip to the Smokies more economical is to visit the park. There are over 800 miles worth of hiking trails ranging [...]
Amazing River Retreat, Jackson Mountain Homes, Gatlinburg, TN
Posted in Cabin Rentals, Gatlinburg on August 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
The Amazing River Retreat Cabin is 3-bedroom, but can sleep up to 10. This house is a perfect spot for a relaxing vacation. The hand-crafted cabin overlooks the Little Pigeon river, which you can hear in every bedroom. The river is stocked with trout for all the fishermen in your life as well. This cabin is [...]
Smoky Mountain Angler: Specialty Shop in Gatlinburg, TN for fly-fishing
Posted in Gatlinburg, Shopping on August 4, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Fishing in the Smoky Mountains can be a great way to spend a summer afternoon. For your fishing needs while in Gatlinburg, the Smoky Mountain Angler is there to help make your fly-fishing experience an excellent one! They have a complete inventory of tackle, flies, clothes, and other accessories for your trip. The employees will even tell [...]
Why Visit the Smoky Mountains? A Relaxing Vacation in Townsend, TN
Posted in Cabin Rentals, Concierge on August 3, 2008 | 2 Comments »
The number one reason to visit the Smokies is to relax by enjoying the serene nature around you. Renting a cabin in Townsend, Gatlinburg, or Pigeon Forge is a great way to enjoy time with the family and be able to relax. If you do not want to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of [...]
Mojitos in the Mountains- Bar, Grill, & Market! Gatlinburg, TN
Posted in Dining, Downtown Gatlinburg, Grocery Shopping on August 2, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Mojitos in the Mountains is your one stop shopping for groceries, gourmet, coffees, fresh baked bread, and pastries. They are open up for breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Try one of the traditional Cuban Mojitos, or any other cocktail of choice. Located right on Ski Mountain Road, it is a convenient place for any meal. [...]
Celebrate Freedom: Veterans Honored in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Posted in Events, Pigeon Forge, Summer on August 1, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Celebrate Freedom is held in Pigeon Forge and honors our veterans and the freedom they fought for. Shops, restaurants, and attractions throughout the city give special discounts to active and retired military personnel throughout the month of August. Remember our fighting soldiers in your prayers, and join in honoring our troops in Pigeon Forge. Click here for [...]
