Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies Adventures

Discover thousands of aquatic creatures with Erik at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies. It’s easy to see why they were voted Best Aquarium in North America. Catch the sharks, penguins, sea turtle, sting rays and so much more!

The Smokies are the perfect destination for your large group. With plenty of places to stay for large groups, endless entertainment, and amazing restaurants, you can throw the reunion party of the year or host a productive business retreat with the beautiful Smoky Mountains as your backdrop.  Let us guide you to the perfect family […]

Have you ever wanted to take a vacation, but felt guilty leaving your furry family behind? Well, pack the chew toys and the leashes because the best part of vacationing in the Smoky Mountains is you don’t have to leave your pets at home! There are so many great pet-friendly hotels and activities that will […]

Test your skills with Erik at Smoky Mountain Escape Games. You have 60 minutes to solve puzzles and discover clues to help you escape. Work as a team with your group to make it out!

Wondering what to do in Gatlinburg on your vacation or day trip? Not to worry, we have you covered with five fun things to do in Gatlinburg right here: 1.) Gatlinburg SkyLift Park Experience some of the best views in town via this fun Gatlinburg attraction. The SkyLift brings you up ever so slowly to […]

There’s nothing like summer in the Smokies! All summer long, both Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are bustling with music, food and art festivals for nonstop Smoky Mountain fun. Here are some of the upcoming 2019 Smoky Mountain events and festivals you don’t want to miss this summer. 29th Annual Patriot Festival – July 4th The […]

Saddle up with Erik at Smoky Mountain Riding Stables. Enjoy a relaxing ride through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park on horseback. Cross streams, view wildlife and take in the beauty. You don’t have to be a seasoned rider – beginners are welcome, too! Experience the Smokies in a different way, on horseback!

Getting outside is good for the soul. The Great Smoky Mountains are a treasure trove of scenic camping spots that can help you realign with the great outdoors. Check out some of the best Smoky Mountain camping spots we recommend. Pigeon River Campground With quaint little rustic cabins, you won’t exactly be roughing it at […]

There are so many great things to do in the Great Smoky Mountains, and having a picnic among the trees is up there on our list of favorite Smoky Mountain activities. We’ve put together a list of all the food necessities and some of the best spots to set up for your perfect picnic in […]

It can certainly be stressful for families who are trying to entertain younger ones while on vacation, but there are so many engaging attractions for toddlers in the Smoky Mountains. So, here are four great things to do in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge with kids and younger children. Smoky Mountain Deer Farm and Petting Zoo […]