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A Brief History & Trail Guide to Cades Cove
Cades Cove is the most popular destination within the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, drawing in more than 2 million visitors each year. So what’s so special about it? Less than an hour-and-a-half drive from downtown Gatlinburg, the 4,000-acre valley features rich native wildlife, spectacular mountain views, and hiking and auto trails. It is perhaps […]
Specialty Shops & Commercial Centers in Pigeon Forge
As one of the five love languages, gift-giving is a simple way to show your appreciation for someone – and that someone could be yourself, too! Whether you’re on a self-care kick or getting ahead on your holiday shopping, you’ll find plenty of unique gifts among the shops at The Island in Pigeon Forge and […]
Take Your Smoky Mountain Date to the Movies!
Just like outer space and neuroscience, dating is one of the final frontiers of human understanding. What does he want to do this weekend? Where does she want to eat? What should you wear? There is no easy formula to answer such universal mysteries, and therefore, dating is a complex game of uncertainty. That said, […]
Things to Do for Halloween in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge
Over the course of the year, vile creatures crawl forth from the shadows. Some spread their spiny black wings to hunt for sweet blood, and others remain invisible to better torment their victims. Some hideous monsters rely on brute strength and poisonous fangs, while others use their charming appearance to lure you into their web […]
Appalachian White Lightnin’: A Brief History of Moonshine
You can’t say you’ve experienced these dusky peaks if you’ve never sat outside on the porch with a mason jar full of moonshine cocktail while listening to bluegrass music. After all, white lightnin’, as the locals call it, is one of the most famous novelties of the Great Smoky Mountains. So how did Appalachian moonshine […]
Family-Friendly Shows in Pigeon Forge
Pigeon Forge makes its primary claim to fame as a center for thrilling amusement park rides and interactive outdoor adventures in the Great Smoky Mountains. However, these aren’t the only features that make this small mountain town so special. The local community is bursting with talent, from actors and musicians to comedians and magicians. As […]