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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 […]
Places to Watch Live Sports in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg
Grab the chips, the dip, and the couch, because all of your favorite games are on! What do you do when you’re traveling, though, and want to catch the game with a bunch of other fans? We have the answers right here with four different locations to pick from for watching the game. Blue Moose Burgers […]
Six Spooky Destinations in the Smokies for Halloween
The leaves are dropping, and the pumpkins and Halloween decorations are coming out in full swing. Here in the Smokies, we have some activities that will put a shiver down your spine and a smile on your face. Ripley’s Haunted Adventure Whether you want to be scared or just want to watch other people’s reactions, […]
Biking in the Smokies
If your family is ready for a new type of outdoor adventure, try something different with a mountain biking excursion. Ditch your car, grab a bike, and experience the Smokies in a new way. We’re showing two unique offerings to rent a bike and explore trails. Rentals + Private Trails Bike the Smokies Bike the […]
Moonshine Tasting Tours in Gatlinburg
If you don’t know Jack and want to know Shine, this post is for you! If you head down to the Smokies, take a moonshine tour while you’re there, and sample all the different flavors and varieties each distillery offers. Here is a personal tour of Ole Smoky Moonshine and Sugarlands Distilling Company. Tours will […]