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Though Eastern Tennessee may be best known for its adventurous outdoors and scenic natural beauty, the Smokies are a coveted destination for the “fun for all-ages” attractions available in the off-season, too. Don’t let the winter blues stop you from enjoying quality family time at a movie theater in Gatlinburg or a go-kart race in […]

Just as you reach the trail’s end, where a majestic waterfall splashes over slippery little red salamanders, your stomach starts to rumble. As you spot the parking lot past the trailhead, you wonder how many hours it’s been since breakfast. The moment you finish taking a sip of water and buckling up in the driver’s […]

In one suite, there is a lively grandmother who communicates in American Sign Language to supplement her hearing aid. Across the hall, there is an adorable family whose child was born with cerebral palsy, which affects her movement and walking. There is an intelligent young man on the ground floor who suffered a traumatic injury […]

There will never be a lack of goals to work toward. There will never be a shortage of chores to catch up on, after-school activities for the kids to try out, or DIY home improvement projects. All these things can be fantastic opportunities to move us toward our dream lives. On the other hand, if […]

Sturdy oak trunks seem to tower endlessly upward, and their leafy branches merge to create an emerald ceiling above you. Your ears perk up to the abrupt rattling stutter of a woodpecker before the sound is lost to the serene shushing of leaves in a gentle breeze. The beauty of nature has the power to […]

Through daily routines and focused discipline, you have what it takes to accomplish your highest dreams and goals! That said, taking time to let your brain rest is equally impactful to the process. Sometimes, when you’re in the thick of life and work, a hard reset is, in fact, the wisest next step. Block off […]

Mountains or beach? It’s the age-old decision that American vacationers make every year. It’s an especially close call for Southerners, for whom the Appalachian Mountains and the Atlantic coastline are both viable options. If your preference leans toward water, you may be tempted to spend your summer break in a place like Myrtle Beach, where […]

If there’s one thing dogs could possibly love more than their owners (and food), it’s outside time. On the other hand, if there’s one thing dogs hate the most, it’s being apart from their beloved humans. When you vacation in the Smokies, Fido remains free of separation anxiety and simultaneously gets plenty of playtime in […]

April Fool’s Day is an international day of good humor, but don’t let that give you a false sense of security! When the first day of April rolls around, you’d be wise to keep a keen eye out for tricksters scheming to make you the butt of a joke. On the other hand, you might […]

What says “I will love you until the end of time” more than a honeymoon in one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world? A landscape of timeless, natural beauty, the Great Smoky Mountains continue to support verdant forests, crystalline rivers and streams, and abundant wildlife – not to mention a certain small town […]

The art of liquor distillation has long been integral to the unique culture and history of East Tennessee. It all began when Celtic immigrants fled to the Appalachian region to escape religious persecution at the end of the 17th century. They didn’t just bring their religion across the Atlantic but also their folk traditions, music, […]