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Hit the water with Erika and Smoky Mountain Outdoors. Enjoy the beautiful scenery as you raft down the Pigeon River. You can take a more extreme trip, or a relaxing float.

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!!

Race with Erika at NASCAR SpeedPark. They have 22 different attractions including 8 go-karts, a 3-story indoor rock climbing wall, bumper boats and much more!! You can easily spend all day there, especially with their unlimited ride wristband.

You might have seen the birds on display at The Island, but seeing the parrots of Parrot Mountain in their “home” environment should be on everyone’s to-do list when visiting Pigeon Forge. It’s an enjoyable and relaxing experience, and you’ll appreciate the way the birds of the park are taken care of and the way […]

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!

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 […]