1308 Articles to Help You Plan & Better Experience the Smoky Mountains

7 Easy Steps for Planning and Organizing a Gatlinburg Family Reunion

by Emily Wolff. Posted on May 26, 2015

Three kids sitting outside together and smiling

26 May

There’s no better place to spend time with family than Gatlinburg. It’s best to plan ahead any time you are planning a vacation, but it’s especially fun to plan a Gatlinburg family reunion. There’s hundreds of attractions, restaurants and things to do in the area that you’ll want to see, and it’s even more fun when you get to share those experiences with family. We’ve put together 7 easy steps to help you plan a memorable family reunion in Gatlinburg: Continue reading →

What Your Boss Doesn’t Want You to Know About Taking a Family Smoky Mountain Vacation

by Smoky Mountain Vacation Guide TN. Posted on February 26, 2015

what your boss doesn't want you to know about a family Smoky Mountain vacation

26 Feb

It’s not secret that at Visit My Smokies we think that everyone should take a family Smoky Mountain vacation at least once a year. Not only are there a ton of family-friendly activities that you and your loved ones can enjoy, but we also offer some of the most picturesque mountains views in North America. Continue reading →

4 Hidden Benefits of Staying in a Pigeon Forge Bed & Breakfast

by Smoky Mountain Vacation Guide TN. Posted on January 23, 2015

23 Jan

If you and your family have never experienced a relaxing night stay in one of the Pigeon Forge bed & breakfasts in the area, you are truly missing out. Not only do these spaces offer a peaceful place for guests to relax, but they also offer a ton of benefits that other lodging options simply do not have. Continue reading →

Read All About It: Sugarlands Visitor Center in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

by Emily Wolff. Posted on November 27, 2014

27 Nov

On your vacation to the Great Smoky Mountains, it’s always great to stop in at a visitor center to learn a little bit about the area and pick up a few souvenirs. A very popular visitor center in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is Sugarlands Visitor Center, and there’s good reason for that! There’s so much to do at Sugarlands, it’s practically an attraction in itself. Keep reading to learn about it: Continue reading →

4 Unique Ways to See the Smoky Mountain Christmas Lights

by Smoky Mountain Vacation Guide TN. Posted on November 24, 2014

24 Nov

When it comes to holiday decorations, nowhere does it quite as well as the Smoky Mountains. With hundreds of illuminated displays scattered all across the area, there is no doubt that every family and group visiting this time of year will return home filled with holiday cheer. Continue reading →

What’s So Great About Wears Valley Cabin Rentals?

by Smoky Mountain Vacation Guide TN. Posted on October 31, 2014

31 Oct

When it comes to a family vacation in the Smoky Mountains, guests to the area have a ton of lodging and rental options to choose from. There really is something for everyone. We have condos, cabins, bed and breakfasts, and, for the more adventurous, campgrounds. Continue reading →

6 Benefits of Renting a Cabin for Thanksgiving in the Smoky Mountains

by Emily Wolff. Posted on October 29, 2014

29 Oct

Spending Thanksgiving in the Smoky Mountains is one of the best decisions you will make this holiday season. Believe it or not, taking a vacation can save you lots of time and work, so you don’t have to deal with the stress of the holiday. Here’s a few benefits of taking a Thanksgiving vacation: Continue reading →

An Inside Look: The Largest Rental Cabin in America

by Emily Wolff. Posted on January 28, 2014

Outside view of The Big Moose Lodge in Pigeon Forge

28 Jan

Just when we thought the Smoky Mountains couldn’t get any better, The Big Moose Lodge proved us wrong. When you’re staying in the mountains, you want to make sure your experience is one-of-a-kind, so why not stay in the largest rental cabin in the United States? Continue reading →

5 Steps to a Successful Smoky Mountain Group Vacation

by Emily Wolff. Posted on December 10, 2013

When families look back on their vacation to the Smoky Mountains, they are always filled with sweet memories of spending time together. It’s important to spend time together, and what better place is there than the Great Smoky Mountains? Whether you’re visiting with a group in the winter months or planning a future vacation, use this helpful guide for the most successful Smoky Mountain retreat. Continue reading →

Girls Getaway To The Great Smoky Mountains

by Smoky Mountain Vacation Guide TN. Posted on March 4, 2013

The breathtaking views of the Great Smoky Mountains, with their dramatic peaks and stunning painting-like backdrops, makes the perfect destination for girls angling for a getaway to remember with friends. Urban girls can leave the pressures of fast-paced living behind in the area’s relaxed, pristine, rolling blue ridge landscape, while country girls (or country girls at heart) will find ample opportunities to let their hair down Tennessee-style in an ideal mix of open-air adventure and sweet society. In the mountain outback, time stands still and fun lives on in charming hideaways sure to become a getaway tradition.

Spectacular Spot for a Sleepover

Exploring all the Great Smoky Mountains has to offer does not mean skimping on comfort. In fact, the best kept secret for successful girls’ getaways is rustic indulgence. Luxury cabin rentals turn an overnighter with friends into a high-class sleepover. Wind down adventure-filled days in a beautiful cabin with breathtaking views while enjoying with a glass of red wine in one hand and delicious s’mores in the other.

Mountains of Entertainment in Pigeon Forge

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee is a gateway to the northern wilds of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and a must-see entry on any getaway itinerary. Gals visiting the down-home charm of Pigeon Forge better keep their cowgirl hats on hand because the quaint resort city is deep in Dolly Parton country! Rocking Pigeon Forge is home to Dollywood amusement park, Southern Music Gospel Hall of Fame and many musical theater venues.

Shopping in Style in Gatlinburg

A girls’ getaway would not be complete without a stopover in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Gatlinburg sits on the border of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and is home to some of the best rustic shopping in hill country. The charming Gatlinburg trolley shuttles visitors to the best city highlights with ease. Gatlinburg also hosts the Hollywood Stars Cars Museum, the special distinction of being the site of Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee’s only ski resort, and one of America’s top aquariums Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies.

Discover History in Sevierville

The city of Sevierville is an important gateway to the little mountain towns cradling Great Smoky Mountains National Park. In Sevierville, marvel at the confluence of the Little Pigeon River, which flows north to French Broad River. History buffs will appreciate the rich culture of the architecturally impressive Sevier County Courthouse, Brabson’s Ferry Plantation and the romantic Harrisburg Covered Bridge, which are all listed on the National Register of Historic Places.