Category: Shopping

As one of the five love languages, gift-giving is a simple way to show your appreciation for someone – and that someone could be yourself, too! Whether you’re on a self-care kick or getting ahead on your holiday shopping, you’ll find plenty of unique gifts among the shops at The Island in Pigeon Forge and […]

The small towns of the Great Smoky Mountains are perhaps best known for their family-oriented atmosphere and kid-friendly activities. Yet, that isn’t to say there aren’t also plenty of fun things to do in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg for adults! In fact, some of the region’s finest daytime experiences and most exciting nightlife await among […]

There’s no more refreshing way to start the new year than with a taste of the outdoors and a breath of fresh air! Families, couples and individuals looking for a change of scene should consider escaping to the Great Smoky Mountains this season. If you’re wondering how to pull off a vacation without an impressive […]

It’s Fall Y’all! What better way is there to break into the crisp autumn air and the sprinkling of falls leaves than with a festival? The Smokies have so much to do during these beautiful, golden months—there are plenty of festivities that are perfect for those young and old. Here are some of our favorites: […]

Join Erika at Buds Gun Shop & Range. Enjoy their handcrafted, custom range that features private 9′ x 8′ stalls, beveled sound absorbing and deflecting material, state of the art retrieval systems and so much more!! Check out their large selection of firearms. They offer classes, too!

Hit the slopes with Erika at Ober Gatlinburg. Ober is Tennessee’s only ski resort! They offer many fun winter activities – skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing and ice skating!! They also have shopping, dining and more!

Buds Gun Shop and Range has all your firearm needs. They have ammunition, firearms & accessories! They have incredible service and top of the line products. They’re open 7 days a week, be sure to stop by and see everything they have to offer!

Check out the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community with Erika. It’s the largest group of independent artisans in North America. There many one-of-a-kind gifts you can’t find anywhere else. They have a unique 8-mile loop with a variety of artists including woodworking, painting, pottery, jewelry and so much more!!

In addition to the mouth-watering food, authentic people, and wonderful music, you’ll find the Smoky Mountains filled with awesome antique shops full of a variety of items you can only get here. We’ve highlighted five shops you should visit if you’re in the area.   Knoxville Bearden Antique Mall If you’re on the hunt for […]

For the second year in a row, we took a trip to Gatlinburg just prior to the Easter holiday. Even though we’ve been to Gatlinburg more than 10 times now, we are giddy with excitement every time we make the trip here from Ohio. Every year brings new surprises and also some old favorites are […]