Author: April Sadowski

Spas are a great way to separate yourself from the stress of day-to-day activities and even your vacation. There are numerous wonderful places to relax and rejuvenate yourself in the Smokies. Because of the demand, we recommend that you plan your spa day in advance (2–3 weeks ahead of your trip). Spas in Gatlinburg About […]

The Ripley’s Attraction Combo package is an excellent way to save money on a bunch of the best Pigeon Forge attractions at one time. With the Aquarium of the Smokies as the base, you can choose to add on anywhere from two to seven more attractions. They are suitable for the following: Ripley’s Believe It […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]