1194 Articles to Help You Plan & Better Experience the Smoky Mountains

All You Need to Know About Gatlinburg Weather in the Winter

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on December 12, 2018

12 Dec

Gatlinburg turns into a winter wonderland! With everything from snow-covered mountains to holiday lights, there is picture-perfect scenery all around you. There are so many ways you can enjoy the winter weather, from curling up in front of a fire to going for a hike! To help you prepare for your winter vacation, we’ve made a guide of everything you need to know about Gatlinburg weather in the winter: Continue reading →

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Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort Announces 2018 Open Date

by Smoky Mountain Vacation Guide TN. Posted on December 11, 2018

11 Dec

Calling all snowbirds! Our beloved Gatlinburg ski resort is now open for the winter season.

That’s right! Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort is once again open for visitors to enjoy another thrilling year of snow tubing and skiing in the Smoky Mountains. Continue reading →

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Gatlinburg Christmas Parade Nominated as One of Best Holiday Parades in Nation

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on December 6, 2018

06 Dec

The Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade has been named to a list of the best holiday parades in America! USA Today is letting readers vote on their top 10 favorite holiday parades in the country, and the Gatlinburg Christmas Parade is one of the nominees. We’ve got all the details on the nomination and how you can vote: Continue reading →

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Your Ultimate Guide to Ober Gatlinburg: All the Details for a Perfect Visit

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on November 15, 2018

15 Nov

Ober Gatlinburg Amusement Park and Ski Area is one of the most popular attractions in Gatlinburg — and for good reason! No matter what season you visit, you will have a fantastic time. You can hit the slopes in the winter or splash around in the summer. We want to make sure you have the best time when you visit, so we’ve put together the ultimate guide for a perfect experience at Ober Gatlinburg. Continue reading →

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Where to Find the Best Breakfast in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on November 13, 2018

13 Nov

From fluffy pancakes covered in syrup to crispy slices of bacon, you can find all your favorite breakfast foods in the Smoky Mountains. Start your day off right with a visit to one of the amazing restaurants in the area! To help you choose where to dine, we’ve put together a guide of where to find the best breakfast in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains: Continue reading →

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Black Bear in Gatlinburg Enjoys Some Fall Fun — Video Included!

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on November 1, 2018

01 Nov

Even the black bears are joining in on the fall fun in Gatlinburg! On Oct. 27, a black bear was seen enjoying a pumpkin in The Village Shops downtown. Watch the video and get all the details of the sighting of the black bear in Gatlinburg! Continue reading →

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Top 3 Spooky Ghost Tours in Gatlinburg to Help You Celebrate Halloween

by Contributor. Posted on October 23, 2018

lantern outside of a ghost tour in gatlinburg

23 Oct

Jack o’ lanterns, corn mazes, haunted houses, oh my! There is nothing quite like spending Halloween in the Smoky Mountains. There is no better way to get in the spirit of the Halloween season than by experiencing a ghost tour! Halloween brings about a certain chill in the air that is perfect for a frightful night of learning about the spooky history of the Smoky Mountains. We’ve put together a list of the top 3 ghost tours in Gatlinburg that are perfect for celebrating Halloween: Continue reading →

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6 of the Best Coffee Shops in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on October 15, 2018

15 Oct

There’s no better way to start your morning than with a warm (or iced) cup of coffee — especially on vacation! Coffee will get you ready for a full day of exploring everything that the area has to offer. Whether it’s a pumpkin spiced latte in the fall or an iced coffee in the summer, you can’t go wrong with an extra boost of caffeine to begin your day. Lucky for you, there is no shortage of coffee in the Smoky Mountains. We’ve put together a list of 6 of the best coffee shops in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge: Continue reading →

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Which Smoky Mountains Restaurants Are Open on Thanksgiving?

by Emily Wolff. Posted on October 11, 2018

11 Oct

Will you be spending Thanksgiving in the Smoky Mountains? Get a jumpstart on your holiday meal planning today by deciding which of the many excellent Smoky Mountain restaurants open on Thanksgiving you and your family will want to visit. Here, you will find the name, address, phone number, and holiday hours of all the best Smoky Mountains restaurants that will be open this Thanksgiving. Continue reading →

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Anakeesta in Gatlinburg Named State Attraction of the Year

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on October 8, 2018

The scenic Firefly Village at Anakeesta in Gatlinburg.

08 Oct

After wowing visitors for more than a year with the magic that’s in the mountains, Anakeesta has gained statewide recognition! This incredible outdoor theme park was named the “Attraction of the Year” for 2018 by the Tennessee Hospitality and Tourism Association. We have all the details about the honor and what makes Anakeesta in Gatlinburg so great: Continue reading →

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