Holiday Dining in Pigeon Forge – Anytime
Food brings back memories of certain places, people and, very often, seasons. Turkey and dressing with cranberry sauce? Thanksgiving. Barbeque? Memorial Day or Labor Day. Homemade ice cream? July 4th. Christmas has a lot of different meals that people associate with it. If you’re headed to Pigeon Forge this summer and were bummed that you couldn’t experience Christmas in the Smokies, try a new restaurant with all the holiday cheer.
Primo Eats in Gatlinburg
Eating at a restaurant that knows how to prepare and serve food the correct way makes all the difference when dining out. And when you’re on vacation, having a memorable experience can make or break your trip, depending on if the experience is good or bad. For a great dining experience with excellent Italian food, check out Best Italian in Gatlinburg.
The Smokies and Making Memories
I just had to get involved in this blog today after looking at those images on Facebook. I am not really sure if you follow Visit My Smokies on Facebook (I think you should) but yesterday we shared amazing images of one of our favorite areas, Cades Cove. Each image is simply spectacular and makes all viewers want to visit our Smoky Mountain Area. By the way, this is The Smoky Mountain Girl, special guest for today.
Hit the Woods and Water for Fun
Oh the many choices available to the outdoor enthusiast in East Tennessee! Take your pick--morning turkey hunts and afternoon stream smallmouth bass, morning stream trout and afternoon crappie, morning sauger or walleye and afternoon lake largemouth bass, tailrace trout, stripers, bluegill, catfish, or a simple walk in the woods to take in the spring rebirth of a multitude of wild flowers, shrubs, and trees.
Sevierville Blooms with Barbeque and Bluegrass
What is it about barbeque? It seems to evoke reactions in meat lovers that you don’t see regarding other foods. Ketchup, mustard, vinegar, dry rub, pulled pork, ribs – all of these mean something different depending on where you live and your preference. I haven’t heard a lot of arguing when it comes to kale versus cabbage.
Dolly Parades Around Town
Everybody loves a parade, right? The pageantry, the notable guests, and the music – it all comes together in a display unlike any other. And the best part is that you don’t have to move; just sit in your chair and watch it all pass by.
Wears Valley Barn Offers Lots of Options
One of the lesser-known areas of our Smoky Mountains is Wears Valley. Named for a Revolutionary War veteran, Samuel Wear, who built a fort near the entrance to the valley, it runs parallel to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This beautiful valley offers a variety of things to do while you’re here and a great place to have a wedding, meeting or retreat.
Smoky Mountain Stories Tells the Tales of the Park
There’s a lot of history here in the Smoky Mountains, from the places to the people to the communities. And if you’re like me, you enjoy knowing a little about the place you’re going to visit. Even if it is just to impress the locals that you’ve done your homework.
Visitor Centers in the Park Help Make Memories
The centerpiece of attractions in Sevier County is the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Ever since its creation more than 70 years ago, it has drawn visitors from across the country and around the world. If you're planning to visit the park soon, make sure to get the information you need at one of the local visitor/information centers.
Playing the Greens in the Smoky Mountains
You probably know all about what Sevier County has to offer – shopping, the national park, hiking, rafting, attractions, etc. But one of the best kept secrets is the three golf courses that offer challenging play and unique views.
Sevierville Store Offers Amish Wares
When you think of the Amish, you probably think of areas in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana or New York. You probably know of their well-regarded works, such as furniture, quilts and food. The good news is that you don’t have to go to those places to get some Amish goods, because we have them here in Sevier County.
Beauty in the Mountains Signal the Arrival of Spring
What better way to celebrate spring than to get outdoors and enjoy the warm sunshine and blooming spectacle of nature? Each year, Gatlinburg holds a five-day event in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park that showcases the beauty of our area.
A Titanic Anniversary
Saturday, April 14 marks the 100th anniversary of perhaps the most famous shipwreck in American history – the Titanic. To mark this momentous occasion, the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge is hosting “A Night to Remember: An Original Musical Tribute to the Titanic”.
Get Your Motor Running
You’ve heard about different places not having all four seasons? Like Alaska, which has winter and the Fourth of July? Well, here in the Smokies, we have 5 seasons – Summer, Fall, Winter, Spring, and car show.
Smoky Mountain Trout Tournament Offers Prizes for Top Anglers
One of the sure signs of spring in the Smoky Mountains is people standing up to their waists in the rivers, casting a fly in hopes that a trout will rise and engage them in that generations-old battle between a fisherman and his quarry. And come this April, you can do that and win money!