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Great Smoky Mountain Vacation Packages
Planning a vacation can be fun, but sometimes it’s more enjoyable to have someone else do the work for you. Thankfully, there are several locations in the Smoky Mountains that are happy to make planning a breeze for you, while also passing along great deals. Besides lodging and attraction combos, our list below showcases locations […]
Shop to Benefit Wildfire Victims
In response to the tragic wildfires in the Smoky Mountains, we are listing companies that are donating locally and directly to help wildfire victims, keep the Smokies Mountain Tough and Smokies Strong. If you would like to add your own products to the list, post in the comment section at the bottom of this post […]
Christmas Shopping in the Smokies
Whether you’re here for the holiday season or any other time of year, the Smokies is a great place for shopping for Christmas. Especially in light of the horrific tragedy experienced in the area with wildfires and evacuations, if and when you can support any of the area businesses, please do when it’s safe! Businesses […]
Stay in a Decked Out Cabin for Christmas in the Smokies
If you plan on staying here in the Smokies for the holidays, what better way to experience it than from the comfort of your cabin that has all its “halls” decked out for Christmas? We’ve done all the hard work for you and selected some great cabins that offer a full-blown holiday atmosphere. Some of […]
Smoky Mountain Festivals in Winter
Winter is here already? I know we just saw the peak of fall foliage in the Smoky Mountains, but the Smokies starts their festivities off early. Early, like the second week of November! Gatlinburg Gatlinburg Winter Magic kicks off with a toasty Chili Cookoff from 5–8 p.m. on November 9th, which coincides with the start […]
Dining in Pigeon Forge – Southern Hospitality at Mel’s Diner and The Old Mill
Pigeon Forge is home to fabulous authentic Southern food and pure hospitality. With so many places to choose from and different styles of food to sample, you won’t leave here hungry unless you decide to skip a meal. Mel’s Diner When we took our family vacation in early August, we rolled into Pigeon Forge just […]