Location: gatlinburg

Accompany Erika as she gets a behind the scenes look at Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery & Ole Smoky Whiskey Distillery. They are Tennessee’s first legal moonshine distillery and use local ingredients. Stop by, take a tour and enjoy some free music.

Beating the heat is something you can easily do on your trip to the Smoky Mountains. Besides the many activities that include water like whitewater rafting, tubing, or water fun at Dollywood and Dollywood’s Splash Country, did you know that the area is home to a bunch of great waterpark resorts where you can stay […]

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!!

Legacy Mountain has an impressive zipline course, and I managed to get the whole family on it, from my 4-year old daughter to my mother (who is terrified of roller coasters and wouldn’t even get on Dollywood’s Firechaser Express). I chose Legacy Mountain for their zipline course because they allow kids as young as three […]

Grab a bite with Erika at Dick’s Last Resort. They serve up attitude along with their delicious meals. They have two local locations – one in downtown Gatlinburg and one at The Island in Pigeon Forge. Bring the whole family!

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 […]

Enjoy the delicious wines with Erika at Tennessee Homemade Wines. All of the wines are made here locally. They specialize in fruit wine, perfect for any occasion. Be sure to check it out the next time you’re in Gatlinburg!

Pull out your American flags, your drink koozies, and your lawn chairs, because it’s time to celebrate America’s Independence!  Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are full of fun and festivities, and each city has a unique take on celebrating. Gatlinburg starts out the day bright and early. Well, technically, it’s very dark. At the stroke of […]

Six years worth of trips to Gatlinburg, and finally, my son and I made our very first visit to Ober Gatlinburg. Even though it is billed as a ski resort, it provides guests with enough activities to keep the good times going when the temperatures rise in the summer. We found this to be true […]

The temperature is climbing, activities are getting into full swing, and the mountains are ready for you! Whether you want an outdoor trip, a family excursion, or a weekend getaway, there are plenty of things to do in the Smokies and surrounding areas in the summer. Get wet and wild There are superb waterparks and […]