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Romance is in the Air

Romance in the Smokies Romance is always in the air in the Great Smoky Mountains , whether you are hardcore hikers, kayakers or fisher people; or just want to watch sunsets, sip, wine, listen to music and eat great food. Maybe you want to do all of that (read)

Published on Friday, December 6, 2024

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Spend Halloween in the Great Smoky Mountains

Frightful Fall Fun As the nights become shorter and the chill in the air deepens, spooky sightings and thoughts abound. Why not spend Halloween in the Great Smoky Mountains with haunted houses, spooky events and tours and charming festivals? Ripley&rsquo (read)

Published on Thursday, October 3, 2024

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The Best Time & Places to See Fall Foliage

It’s almost time – for fall colors!  If you’re planning a trip to see fall foliage in the Smokies, timing is everything. Just a couple weeks too early or too late makes all the difference in you want to see the expansion of colorful (read)

Published on Thursday, September 26, 2024

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Thrifting for Vintage & Antiques in the Smokies

Thrifting for Vintage and Antiques in the Smokies is here! Planning a Fall trip to the Smokies, and you love to thrift shop? We got you.

Photo Provided by Kristi Thomas
Two Smokies Thrifting Events What’s the old saying, someone else’s trash (read)

Published on Thursday, August 22, 2024

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Happy Anniversary Smoky Mountains!

Did you know that tomorrow is the big day we say Happy Anniversary to the Smoky Mountains? June 15th is the Smoky Mountains 90th birthday if you go by when Tennessee and North Carolina donated 300,000 acres of land to create the Great Smoky Mountains (read)

Published on Friday, June 14, 2024

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Celebrate the 90th Birthday of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park turns 90 on June 15, 2024. Join in the celebration by exploring the history, beauty, and adventures that this iconic park has to offer.

  Explore the intriguing history of the Smoky Mountains, from its inception (read)

Published on Thursday, June 13, 2024

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Happy Father’s Day

Father’s Day is a great time for a guys’ trip to the Smokies

Father’s Day is fast approaching – June 16 will be here before you know it! What are you doing for Dad or Grandad or what are you doing for yourself? Check out the Great (read)

Published on Tuesday, May 28, 2024

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Spring Break 2024

The mountains are calling you for Spring Break, and we know all the fun things to do! From hiking and sunset chasing to dinner theaters and museums; from water and amusement parks to zip lines, mini golf, and roller coasters, the Great Smoky Mountains (read)

Published on Thursday, February 22, 2024

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Honeymoon 2024

  It’s February and love is in the air! If you’re getting married or looking to get married or ready for your honeymoon, the Great Smoky Mountain’s is an incredible place for either or both. Whether you are having a Valentine (read)

Published on Thursday, February 8, 2024

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Wilderness Week

Wilderness Wildlife Week Set for 32nd Year in Pigeon Forge

Get into the wild of the Great Smoky Mountains during Wilderness Wildlife Week Jan. 22-25. Celebrate the natural features, creatures, and cultures of the Great Smoky Mountains with wildlife (read)

Published on Friday, January 5, 2024

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Bring In The New Year

View Post How will you bring in The New Year? New Year’s Eve is nearly here! If you haven’t made plans yet or are looking for something more interesting than sitting on your couch watching thousands of people freeze in Times Square, we (read)

Published on Sunday, December 24, 2023

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Happy 89th Birthday, Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Happy Birthday to The Great Smoky Mountains – the most visited national park in the United States – turns 89 on June 15, 2023. Celebrate the Smokies with a visit, learn the history of the mountains and experience all they have to offer &ndash... (read)

Published on Wednesday, June 14, 2023

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Celebrate Father’s Day Any Day

Celebrate Father’s Day in the Smokies with a Guy’s Weekend or Family Outing. Whether it’s your dad or you are the dad you’re celebrating, the Great Smoky Mountains has everything you could possibly want for a guys’ Father (read)

Published on Wednesday, May 31, 2023

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Time For A Girls Trip

Catch up with your best girls with a girls trip to the Smokies. When it’s time to get away with the girls, the Great Smoky Mountains has everything you might want – from great food and unique restaurants to spas, amazing hikes, shopping, (read)

Published on Monday, May 1, 2023

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Live Music In The Smokies

Looking for live music during your trip to The Great Smoky Mountains? With their rich history in music, the towns of Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains are filled with music year round – from bands at bars and restaurants and outdoor traveling musicians (read)

Published on Monday, March 13, 2023

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Valentine’s Day Weekend

Valentine’s Day Weekend It’s finally here and as you know, February 14th, the day we celebrate romance, is This Tuesday! Do you have your Valentine’s day weekend planned? How about your Valentine’s Day? We know that many questions (read)

Published on Friday, February 10, 2023

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Happy Birthday, Dolly Parton!

In our book, the day we say, “Happy Birthday, Dolly Parton”, should be a holiday! The pride of Tennessee, Dolly Rebecca Parton , was born on January 19, 1946, in Sevier County, Tennessee, also home to The Great Smoky Mountains National Park (read)

Published on Wednesday, January 18, 2023

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Valentine’s Day In The Smokies

As we kick off 2023, we can hardly wait for a reason to celebrate love in the Smoky Mountains! Make it a memorable Valentine’s Day for your special someone with a romantic getaway to the Great Smoky Mountains. You’ll find everything from (read)

Published on Friday, January 13, 2023

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Christmas Shopping

There’s nothing like Christmas shopping in the Smoky Mountains to bring joy, and a sense of warmth to the soul. After all, f you can’t live in the mountains, take something home to remember your trip, give as gifts to friends and family. (read)

Published on Friday, December 2, 2022

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Smoky Mountain Ghost Stories

It’s time to settle in for Some Creepy Smoky Mountain Ghost Stories. It’s campfire season and that means smores and ghost stories! We have a few to curl your toes and keep you company while you’re in the Great Smoky Mountains in a cozy (read)

Published on Wednesday, November 2, 2022

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8 Fun Fall Activities in Gatlinburg

Fall in Gatlinburg is arguably the most beautiful place and time of the year.  The green leaves and summer flowers are being left behind for vibrant oranges of the oaks, brilliant reds of the maples, and the golden yellow of the birch tree.  (read)

Published on Friday, September 9, 2022

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The Great Smoky Mountain National Park turns 88: Happy Birthday, Smokies!

The Great Smoky Mountains – the most visited national park in the United States – turns 88 on June 15. What better way to say “Happy Birthday Smokies” then to visit, learn the history of these mountains, and experience all they (read)

Published on Tuesday, June 14, 2022

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The Smoky Mountain Gatlinburg Wine Fest

Visit The Smokies this Summer for Wine Tastings, Wine Trains and Winefest Summer will be here before you know it and with it comes The Smoky Mountain Gatlinburg Wine Fest in June. Canceled in 2021, this usually annual event, is a full weekend of wine (read)

Published on Thursday, April 21, 2022

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Spring Break in the Smokies

Start planning your Spring Break trip to the Great Smoky Mountains where there are endless things to do and see for kids of all ages. Dinner theaters, museums, water parks, zip lines, hiking, mini golf, sightseeing, roller coasters and more! Dollywood Theme Park (read)

Published on Thursday, February 24, 2022

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It’s Valentine’s Day Weekend

Valentine’s Day Weekend It’s finally here and as you know, February 14th, the day we celebrate romance, is This Monday! Do you have your Valentine’s day weekend planned? How about your Valentine’s Day? We know that many questions (read)

Published on Friday, February 11, 2022

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Let it Snow! Let it Snow! Let it Snow!

Come to the Great Smoky Mountains for the beauty, the fun, the peace in a winter wonderland. Here are some photos and videos to inspire you. Snow falls infrequently at low elevations in the Smokies, but at higher elevations, it can fall anytime from (read)

Published on Tuesday, December 28, 2021

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Holiday Meals In The Smokies

Looking for Holiday Meals in the Smokies? The Great Smoky Mountains Offer an Abundance of Holiday Eating Options – Pick up or Eat In When you plan your holiday visit to the Great Smoky Mountains, you’ll need to find holiday meals in the Smokies (read)

Published on Friday, December 3, 2021

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Do The “SANTA” Hustle

As the most wonderful time of the year approaches, many of us are dusting off our nativity scenes, tree skirts, and décor as we prepare to bring laughter, warmth, and cheer to some otherwise cold and colorless nights. While some are assembling (read)

Published on Friday, November 19, 2021

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Best Tennessee Christmas Recipes

Good eats have always been a part of the Southern appeal.  Homemade fares full of rich flavors such as buttermilk fried chicken, biscuits, casseroles, and more are staple treats the South is known for.  These scrumptious foods are truly prepared... (read)

Published on Friday, November 5, 2021

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Places To See Fall Colors

Fall is Here! See the Fall Colors from the Bests Places in the Smoky Mountains   Fall is upon us. The kids are in school. The nights are cooler, and the leaves are changing. Get to the Smoky Mountains to see the autumn colors.  Because Mother (read)

Published on Wednesday, October 6, 2021

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Easter Events in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge

Easter is the true start of spring activities here in the Smoky Mountains.  If you’re looking for Easter events to attend during your spring break visit to Gatlinburg or Pigeon Forge, we have a list of great things your family can do together to (read)

Published on Thursday, March 25, 2021

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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the Smokies

The next big celebration holiday is St. Patrick’s Day – are you ready? Do you like wearin’ o’ the green? Drinkin’ o’ the beer? The Great Smoky Mountains is a wonderful place to celebrate – whether in a beautiful cabin with an Irish celebration of your (read)

Published on Wednesday, March 17, 2021