The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is often referred to as the Wildflower National Park because of the great diversity of flowers found in the park. A group of flowers known as spring ephemerals appear above ground only in late winter and early spring. Included in this group are flowers such as lady slipper orchids, [...]
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Spring Wildflowers in the Smokies
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, local, Outdoor, Photo Opportunity, Spring, Wildlife on March 28, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Gatlinburg Ranks in Top 10 Best Family Destinations
Posted in Attractions, Cabin Rentals, Concierge, Dining, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park on March 8, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Today, TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, today announced the winners of its inaugural 2011 Travelers’ Choice® Family award-winning best family destinations. Gatlinburg, TN ranked #6 in the top 10 Great U.S. Destinations to discover. Winning destinations were identified based on the greatest number of recommendations from reviewers who traveled with family. Unlike any other [...]
Winter fun for the whole family
Posted in Attractions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Indoor, Museums, Outdoor, Uncategorized, Winter on January 25, 2011 | Leave a Comment »
Ober Gatlinburg is a ski resort and an amusement park that guarantees a good time for the whole family. Great winter activities at Ober Gatlinburg include skiing, snowboarding, ice-skating and tubing. There are many attractions designed just for kids such as the wildlife encounter, carousel, mini golf and an arcade. For the times when it [...]
Smoky Mountain National Park Sign
Posted in Attractions, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Photo Opportunity on December 30, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
There are just a few days left in your vacation from work and school, and before you head back you should take a day to relax in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. A great place to take an individual or group shot photo is by the old style entrance signs as you enter the park [...]
New Year’s Eve Extravaganza
Posted in Attractions, Dining, Events, Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge on December 28, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Grab your family and head over the Pigeon Forge for the 28th annual New Year’s Eve Extravaganza. Located in the Grand Resort Hotel and Convention Center, the celebration includes fireworks, dozens of lights, and its own New Year’s countdown.
Hollywood Star Car Museum in Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Museums on December 14, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
If you’re visiting the Gatlinburg area this holiday season and need to get out of the cold, visit the Hollywood Star Car Museum in downtown Gatlinburg featuring some of the best cars from Hollywood movies, TV, and real life music superstar cars that you are sure to remember! They have classics from The Dukes of [...]
Tennessee Aviation Museum
Posted in Attractions, Events, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, History, Museums, Photo Opportunity, Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Transportation, Uncategorized on December 10, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Built in 2001, the Museum of Aviation is located in Sevierville near Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge airport runway. This unique location allows for the history of aviation to be brought to life by the vintage aircrafts flying overhead for the visitors. The mission of the museum is to honor the history of aviation and to advance aviation [...]
It’s Christmas in the Smokies: Dollywood’s Christmas Festival
Posted in Attractions, Events, Family Fun, Pigeon Forge, Shows on December 6, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Dollywood celebrates Christmas with the annual Christmas Festival. This year the festival lasts from November 8th until January 3rd. Shows this year will include: Christmas in the Smokies, Babes in Toyland, Appalachian Christmas, Carol of the Trees, Christmas with the Kingdom Heirs, O’ Holy Night, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Other events and sites: Santa’s [...]
Go see the Stars: Hollywood Wax Museum, Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Posted in Attractions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Family Fun, Museums on November 27, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
The Hollywood Wax Museum in Gatlinburg is one of three in the United States. The sets and stars of the museum are so realistic and magical, that you will want to touch the figures! You will be able to stand beside and have your picture taken with stars such as Julia Roberts, Katherine Hepburn, Tom Hanks, and [...]
Hillbilly Golf in Gatlinburg, TN
Posted in Attractions, Fall, Gatlinburg on October 30, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Ride the incline up 300 feet in a 2-seater cart to the top of the mountain for some Hillbilly Golf. Then work your way back down the mountain one of the two 18-hole courses tucked away in the Smokies. This is a great way to spend the evening after dining out in Gatlinburg. It is [...]
Antique Shopping in the Great Smoky Mountains
Posted in Attractions, Shopping on October 18, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
East Tennessee is full of rich culture and heritage, which is a good place for antique shopping. Here is a list of antique shops in the Great Smoky Mountains area: Antiques Inc Carol’s Cottage of Collectibles The Common Good Dumplin Valley Traders Heartland Antiques & Collectibles Miller’s Auction Gallery The Old Oaken Bucket Antiques Riverside [...]
Laurel Valley Golf Course
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Outdoor, Sports, Townsend on October 12, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Golfing is known as one of the most relaxing sports and East Tennessee has beautiful golf courses to offer all ages and levels of experience. One of the most popular is the Laurel Valley Golf Course, which is located in the mountains of Townsend. Referred to as “one of the best kept secrets in East [...]
Gatlinburg Recreation Department features “Fun for the Hills” 10K race & 3K Kid’s Fun Run
Posted in Attractions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Family Fun, Outdoor on September 30, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Tomorrow, come out to the “Run for the Hills” 10K race & 3K Kids Fun Run. You can still register tomorrow between 7:00 to 7:45 tomorrow morning with an entry fee of $25. The course is through downtown Gatlinburg and will finish in Mynatt Park. Prizes will be awarded overall, and in each age category. [...]
Taste of Autumn
Posted in Attractions, Dining, Gatlinburg on September 26, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
For over a decade, Gatlinburg has hosted the Taste of Autumn festival, where visitors can taste the best that over 20 Gatlinburg eateries can whip up. The festival gives visitors the opportunity to pay a little to try a dish they may not be willing to try full price for. Hard Rock Café, Damon’s Grill, [...]
Ripley’s Aquarium
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on September 22, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
You would not think you can see bears and deer in the same place you can see sharks and stingrays, but you can in the mountains! Ripley’s Aquarium in the Smokies has more fish than the number of people in Gatlinburg. When you visit, you will see more than 350 species of aquatic life as [...]
Camp Thunder offers indoor fun in Gatlinburg
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on September 14, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
If it’s a rainy day in Gatlinburg, or if you would just like a break from the outdoors, visit Camp Thunder for fun indoor activities. Camp Thunder offers indoor go-kart racing and mini-golf. The Rock is a simulated motion ride, which features two films: “Volcano Mine Ride” and “Slot Car Boogie.” So for some outdoor [...]
Dollywood’s Heartsong
Posted in Attractions, Events, Family Fun, Pigeon Forge on September 10, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Heartsong is a 20- minute multi-sensory documentary film at Dollywood based on Dolly Parton’s life and the people of the Great Smoky Mountains. This 20 minute special interactive movie brings the East Tennessee culture alive within the Heartsong Theatre in “The Village” area of the park. The show will remind you of the natural beauty [...]
Smoky Mountain Golf Courses in Gatlinburg, Bent Creek Golf Village
Posted in Attractions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Outdoor on September 8, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Three-times Masters and British Open Championship winner, Gary Player, designed the Bent Creek Golf Course, which is nestled in the Smokies. The front nine holes are in the valley, and the back nine are a more mountainous part of the course. The course has been recognized as one of the top 50 golf courses in [...]
Smoky Mountain Palace
Posted in Attractions, Culture, Events, Family Fun, Gatlinburg, Indoor, music, Sevierville on September 4, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
The Smoky Mountain Palace houses the most spectacular shows ever to appear in the Great Smoky Mountains. The theatre’s most popular show to date, Cirque de Chine, has kicked off another season and promises not to disappoint. This year’s version is an entirely new show with a new award-winning troupe. Cirque de Chine combines traditional [...]
You Scream, I Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream, Gatlinburg, TN
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on August 2, 2010 | 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.
Hen Wallow Falls in the Great Smoky Mountains
Posted in Attractions, Free Things To Do, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Hiking, Outdoor on July 25, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
The trail to Hen Wallow Falls is about 4.4 miles round-trip and is labeled moderately difficult. The hike begins on Gabes Mountain Trail, which is located near the Cosby Picnic Area of the National Park. The Hen Wallow Falls trail is a walk through beautiful hemlock and rhododendron forest.
Llama Trekking through the Great Smoky Mountains, English Mountain
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Hiking, Outdoor on July 13, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
If you want to experience the Great Smoky Mountains without having to carry a backpack, you should tryllama trekking at English Mountain. These guided tours are safe and something unique for the family to do. English Mountain Llama Treks provides snacks and beverages throughout the hike, and enjoy a meal on top of the mountain. You [...]
An Adventure to See the Other Side of the Smokies: Hummer Off-Road Rides Through the Mountains.
Posted in Attractions, Gatlinburg, Outdoor on July 7, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
If adventure is calling your name, then Off Road Voyages is the place for you. At Off Road Voyages you will experience the Great Smoky Mountains like never before. Their custom designed open-air Hummers will take you through creeks and several other twists, turns, and bumps. These custom Hummers feature unique 11 passenger stadium seating which [...]
Smoky Mountain Tunes & Tales
Posted in Arts & Crafts, Attractions, Culture, Events, Family Fun, History, music, Outdoor, Shows on June 19, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
At the 5th annual Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales event, you can visit the past and present of Appalachian history and culture. Held along the Great Smoky Mountain Parkway in downtown Gatlinburg, you will find people gathered listening to the upbeat music and performances of the South. For more information on this exciting event please [...]
World of Illusions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Posted in Attractions, Downtown Gatlinburg, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on May 28, 2010 | 1 Comment »
If you want to be amazed, visit the World of Illusions in downtown Gatlinburg, next to Reagan Terrace Mall. You can make your friends disappear and reappear, stop a tornado, see the genie that is trapped in a bottle, and many more illusions and magic. This is the largest exhibit of grand illusions in the [...]
The Aerial Tram Way, Gatlinburg, TN
Posted in Attractions, Gatlinburg, Photo Opportunity on May 14, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Visitors can enjoy high, unobstructed views of the Great Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg as they ride the aerial tram at Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort & Amusement Park. This very large aerial tramway carries about 120 passengers from downtown Gatlinburg to Ober Gatlinburg throughout the day. Visitors don’t have to worry about parking on the mountain [...]
The Amazing Mirror Maze
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Gatlinburg on May 4, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
This life-size mirror maze is a blast for all ages. Try navigating yourself through this mystifying maze. It will surely play tricks on your mind. Gatlinburg’s Amazing Mirror Maze is fun for everyone. For more information on the Amazing Mirror Maze call (865) 436-4415, and for more attractions in Gatlinburg visit our website by clicking [...]
New Speedway Opening in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
Posted in Attractions, Family Fun, Pigeon Forge on April 30, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
In five days the Wild Wheels Speedway will be opening. There is something for the whole family, including go-cart racing, bumper boats, kiddie rides, a video arcade, and bungee jumping. The Speedway is located off the Parkway in Pigeon Forge. Click here for more information on attractions and lodging in the Pigeon Forge area.
Parkway to the Park Giveaway
Posted in Attractions, Great Smoky Mountains National Park on April 12, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
From now until July 15th, you can get registered to win an exciting prize pack from the town of Pigeon Forge. To celebrate the 75th anniversary, the “Parkway to the Park” campaign will give 75 families a $75 fuel card, a $75 parkway attraction pass, a list of 75 fun activities in Pigeon Forge, Dolly [...]
The Cades Cove Loop, Townsend, TN
Posted in Attractions, Cades Cove, Family Fun, Free Things To Do, History, Outdoor, Townsend on March 31, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Perfect for jogging or cycling, The Cades Cove loop is an 11-mile route full of beauty and history. The loop is relatively flat and runs between mountains and ridges, making it a site for the eyes. Along the loop, you will see preserved structures from the 1800s, which truly captivate the historical aspects of the [...]
