Great Smoky Mountains National Park - An Overview

View from Cumberland Gap in the Smoky MountainsMillions and millions of people from all over the world visit East Tennessee and Western North Carolina each year. And there are lots of reasons for that. The communities that occupy these respective regions are a vacationer's paradise, offering virtually anything a family or a couple or even an individual could ask for in a getaway, whether it's just for the weekend or an ambitious week-long trip. This region is home to dozens of attractions and hundreds of shops and restaurants – enough options to fill 100 vacations.


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Fall Colors In The Great Smoky Mountains

Beautiful Fall day in the SmokiesThe weather around these parts has been strange this year, for sure. It had been unseasonably warm for fall, and a lot of our visitors were wearing shorts and sandals well into October. As a result, the transformation of our area foliage has been a little behind schedule. Normally, this would be the time of year that the colors would be peaking, but right now, we're just now starting to see those first patches of red, orange and yellow in the lower elevations.


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Destination Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Nice public park to enjoyGatlinburg has been the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains national park since the dedication of the park in 1934. Although times have changed since the 1930s, the role that Gatlinburg plays as the host in welcoming visitors to the Smoky Mountain area remains ever the same. While the tourist mecca that is Gatlinburg was born out of the desire to visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the city easily stands today as a vacation destination in its own right. Whether your main interest lies in the great outdoors, the air conditioned indoors, or the opening of restaurant doors, Gatlinburg serves up several combinations that can whet your appetite.


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Welcome Autumn with a Trip to the Sevier County Fair

County Fair offers plenty of fun eventsAs summer comes to a close and you prepare for the chaos of returning to school, it's nice to take a few days off to just relax and rejuvenate your spirit. You don't have to travel far to breathe clean air and soak up the energy of wild green spaces, either. Just a short trip to Sevier County, TN. will allow you and your family to participate in plenty of fun activities while enjoying the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains.


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Planning a Trip to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Road to Cumberland Gap - Smoky MountainsPeaceful. Exciting. Quiet. Enlightening. There's hardly any other vacation spot in the country that is as diverse as the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.That's why planning a vacation to this landmark destination may take some time.With so much to choose from, making decisions about what to do during your stay and what to leave for your next visit may require a good bit of thought.


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Family-Friendly Vacation Ideas in the Smoky Mountains

Many hiking opportunities in the Smoky MountainsThe Smoky Mountains are one of the most popular tourist destinations in the southeastern USA, and with good reason. They have some of the most beautiful views and scenery in the whole of the United States, and more than their fair share of history.


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No Boring Museums Here!

Tons os muscle cars to see here.Be honest. When you hear the word "museum," what's the first thing that comes to mind? A stuffy, boring place full of sculptures, paintings, tapestries and, if you're really lucky, maybe some dinosaur bones?


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10 Strategies For Your Cabin Vacation

Multi bedroom cabin in the mountainsIf you've booked a Pigeon Forge cabin for an upcoming trip to the Great Smoky Mountains, you can count on some great times ahead. Whether you're planning to visit late this summer or some time this fall/winter, the area's natural beauty and abundant recreation, amusement, shopping and dining opportunities will add up to big fun for all.


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Top 10 Reasons To Visit The Smoky Mountains

Cades Cove in the Smoky MountainsWhether you're a first-time visitor staying in a Gatlinburg cabin rental or a long-time fan of the mountains of East Tennessee, you don't have to think hard to come up with a list of reasons to make the trip. In fact, we could probably come up with a hundred or more, but just in case you need just a little more convincing, here are the remaining most popular reasons people cite for heading to the Smokies.


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Experience Smokies History With A Visit To The Walker Sisters

Walker Sisters CabinIt's one thing to read about the history of the Great Smoky Mountains. It's another altogether to step into it and see firsthand the locations and sites that helped shape the character and personality of this little corner of East Tennessee.


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Top 5 Places to Hear Live Music in Pigeon Forge

Fire and live music at Smoky Mountain OpryPigeon Forge is famous for its country and bluegrass. However, the music scene here is also rich in other genres, making it an ideal destination to hear it live! From the greatest country hits to new chart-topping favorites, the music here will have the whole family singing along. To help you plan for your trip, here are 5 of the best places to hear live music in Pigeon Forge.


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5 Reasons You Don't Want to Miss Country Tonite

Banjo player professionally picking at Country Tonite TheaterAlthough Nashville and Memphis are famous for their country music scene, this genre is also extremely popular in Pigeon Forge. Country Tonite is one of the best places to go to hear live country music and be entertained with comedy acts, dance numbers and so much more! Even if you aren't a fan of country music, you'll love this “feel good” kind of show! Here are 5 more reasons why you don't want to miss Country Tonite.


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Top 5 Shops to Visit at The Village in Gatlinburg

Shop in a lovely atmosphere at the Village in Gatlinburg.No trip to the Smokies is complete without a shopping spree! For a unique and fun experience, The Village in Gatlinburg is the place to go! Here you will find a quaint, European-themed collection of 27 boutiques, eateries, and galleries where you can purchase the perfect souvenirs and gifts. Enjoy the best sights, sounds and smells of The Village in Gatlinburg when you visit these top 5 shops.


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Best 4 Campgrounds and RV Resorts in the Smoky Mountains

Riverside campgrounds offer plenty of natural water fun.There's something special about camping that you simply can't get from staying in a hotel room. Give yourself the chance to reconnect with nature and the people you're visiting with by living simply, away from all the commotion of everyday life. Whether you're here for a week or just a few days, you'll see why people come back to camp in the Smokies time and time again. To help you plan for your trip, here are 4 of the best RV resorts and campgrounds in the Smoky Mountains that you are sure to enjoy.


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Top 6 Pigeon Forge Christmas Shows You Don't Want to Miss

An angel flies during the Stampede Christmas show.Nothing gets you into the holiday spirit more than watching a spectacular Christmas performance - and Pigeon Forge is full of them! When you visit the Smoky Mountains this holiday season, spend an evening at one of the amazing theaters in Pigeon Forge. To help you decide which one, we've put together a list of the top 6 Pigeon Forge Christmas shows you don't want to miss:


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