1444 Articles to Help You Plan & Better Experience the Smoky Mountains

What’s Fact and What’s Fiction in ‘Christmas at Dollywood’?

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on January 3, 2020

03 Jan

Millions of people tuned in to watch “Christmas at Dollywood” when it premiered on the Hallmark Channel this Christmas season! The movie had all our favorite things: Dollywood, Christmas music and decorations, and, of course, Dolly Parton. Like all movies, however, not everything you saw in the film is true about Dollywood! We’ve gathered a list of what’s fact and what’s fiction in “Christmas at Dollywood.”Continue Reading →

20 Can’t-Miss Things to Do in the Smoky Mountains in 2020

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on December 31, 2019

31 Dec

The new year is bringing plenty of fun and adventure to the Smoky Mountains! Not only will visitors have the opportunity to enjoy all the excitement they’re used to, but there are new things in store for you to try as well. To help you plan your visit to the area in the new year, we’ve made a list of 20 can’t-miss things to do in the Smoky Mountains in 2020:Continue Reading →

Smoky Mountain Double Decker Bus Tours Now Open

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on December 30, 2019

30 Dec

A brand new way to ride through the Smokies just came to the area! If you’ve been to any major cities around the world, we know you’ve seen the big, red buses driving through town. Now, visitors to the Smoky Mountains will be able to experience a ride on one of them! Double Decker Bus Tours launched on Dec. 23 and provides a one-of-a-kind mobile attraction in the Smoky Mountains. We’ve got all the details on the Smoky Mountain Double Decker Bus Tours and why you should try them:Continue Reading →

Lightning Rod at Dollywood Wins Wooden Coaster of the Decade Award

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on December 23, 2019

lighting rod roller coaster at dollywood

23 Dec

Have you been for a ride on the best wooden coaster of the decade? If you’ve ridden Lightning Rod at Dollywood you have! Coaster101.com named this thrilling wooden coaster as the best one of the past decade. We’ve gathered all the details for you on the Lightning Rod at Dollywood and this award!Continue Reading →

Your Guide to the Tower Shops in Pigeon Forge at The Mountain Mile

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on December 20, 2019

20 Dec

When you visit The Mountain Mile in Pigeon Forge, take some time to explore the Tower Shops! The Tower Shops are shaping up to be the next premier retail destination in the Smoky Mountains. The area has more than 150,000 square feet of retail space and will introduce plenty of new shopping opportunities in the Smokies! To help you learn more about the Tower Shops in Pigeon Forge, we’ve put together a guide of shops that are there and ones that are coming soon.Continue Reading →

4 Fun Things to Do at the Hollywood Wax Museum in Pigeon Forge

by Courtney Dyke. Posted on December 11, 2019

11 Dec

If you haven’t been to the Hollywood Wax Museum in Pigeon Forge, you need to plan to go there the next time you visit the Smokies! Everyone will have so much fun seeing wax figures of their favorite celebrities and taking pictures with them. Did you know there are even more fun things to do there? Check out these 4 fun things to do at the Hollywood Wax Museum in Pigeon Forge:Continue Reading →

5 Things You Didn’t Know About the Smoky Mountain Opry

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on November 27, 2019

The outside of the Smoky Mountain Opry in Pigeon Forge.

27 Nov

Smoky Mountain Opry is one of the most popular shows in Pigeon Forge! Every year, millions stop in to see the performance during vacation. If you’ve never seen this show, make plans to visit on your next vacation! To help you learn more about it, we’ve put together a list of 5 things you might not know about the Smoky Mountain Opry:Continue Reading →

Your Guide to Winterfest at The Island in Pigeon Forge

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on November 25, 2019

The Island in Pigeon Forge at Winterfest

25 Nov

Smoky Mountain Winterfest is one of the biggest celebrations in Sevier County, TN. The area is decorated with more than 5 million twinkling lights and Christmas displays. Did you know The Island in Pigeon Forge holds special Winterfest activities of its own? Learn more about what to expect when you spend Winterfest at The Island in Pigeon Forge.Continue Reading →

Your Guide to the Top 5 Pigeon Forge Christmas Shows

by Courtney Dyke. Posted on November 14, 2019

14 Nov

Pigeon Forge is home to a great collection of theaters that are open year round, but if you visit during the holiday season, you’re in for a treat! From November to the beginning of January, all of the theaters in the area put on special Christmas performances filled with seasonal music, decorations, and cheer. To help you make the most of your winter getaway, we’ve put together a guide to the top 5 Pigeon Forge Christmas shows: Continue Reading →

Everything You Need to Know About Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood

by Kelly McNeil. Posted on November 8, 2019

08 Nov

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Get into the holiday spirit with a visit to Dollywood’s Smoky Mountain Christmas festival. Year after year, families travel to the theme park to experience the magic of this holiday event. Millions of twinkling lights, heart-warming holiday shows, a parade — what’s not to love? You don’t want to miss out on this special festival! To help you plan your visit, we’ve put together a guide of everything you need to know about Smoky Mountain Christmas at Dollywood:Continue Reading →