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Avast, ye hearties! An exciting new attraction has dropped anchor at Pigeon Forge. Gather your crew and climb aboard the Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show for swashbuckling entertainment plus a fabulous feast fit for a pirate king.
The weather's warm. The sun is shining. And you're yearning to get outdoors for healthy, fresh-air exercise. So, gather the family and head to the hills... for world-class mountain hiking here in the Tennessee Smokies.
Love getting off the beaten path? Come to the scenic, secluded Cosby area, nestled in the northeastern corner of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Here you can escape the hustle-bustle, even at the height of tourist season. And, if you visit on any Friday between June 21 and August 9, 2019, you can experience "Celebrating Cosby," a colorful, fun-filled festival of folklore, crafts, music, and more.
Maybe you have fond memories of playing outside all bundled up on a snowy day as a child. Or maybe you grew up where you still wore shorts in balmy midwinter weather. What if you could have it all: fun in the snow, on any day of the year, regardless of the weather? What used to be only a daydream is reality at Pigeon Forge Snow Indoor Snow Tubing Fun Park!
What magic lies deep in the forest? Find out at Wildwood Grove, Dollywood's largest expansion ever, slated to open in spring 2019.
Thinking of visiting the Tennessee Smokies? Why settle for a ho-hum hotel room? Here's a cost-effective alternative sure to please your entire family: a roomy, comfortable cabin. You'll find that Smoky Mountain cabin rentals offer a superior vacation experience, for at least three reasons.
Ready for something completely different next time you visit the Smokies? Check out these three fresh, fun-filled family attractions.
"New Year, New You." We hear it every year. So, as 2019 unfolds, what's the perfect way to recharge your personal batteries?
Sometimes the best way to cool off is to get out on the water. We are blessed in Sevier County to have Douglas Lake easily accessible for all sorts of summer water fun. Enjoyed by locals and tourists alike, you can't lose if you choose a scenic and sunny day playing here. Douglas Lake is actually a manmade “faucet reservoir” as a part of the Holston-Cherokee-Douglas Watershed system. Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) created this hydroelectric dam system in the 1940's during World War II, and Douglas Dam and Douglas Lake is our much beloved result, which spills downstream into the French Broad River. The lake is used to control water flow, and is drawn down in the early fall, causing the water line to drop throughout the winter months. August, however, is happy summertime to enjoy all there is to offer.
Sometimes it can add extra fun to combine a little mystery into your theme park experience. As family season pass holders and frequent visitors to Dollywood, we have literally explored almost every corner of the park, watching it expand and evolve over the years. On a recent excursion, we began to collect trivia throughout Dollywood for an upcoming group gathering. Here is the resulting scavenger hunt that we compiled, along with the answers (and location if needed).
Every summer includes water play of all sorts, depending on your preferences for getting wet. Though not located on the ocean, there are still plenty of opportunities to make a splash just a short distance from your Wears Valley rental cabin. Consider these alternatives:
In our tourist area, most regulars are very familiar with all the attractions in Gatlinburg, and things to do in Pigeon Forge. But we find that many are far less familiar with our county seat city, Sevierville, Tennessee. Home to many locals, it is a destination in its own right. Here is just a starter list of locations to shop, eat, explore, and play in Sevierville.
If you are like our family, all are looking ahead to summer vacation. Regardless of your destination in the Great Smoky Mountains, preparation is key to assuring your family's comfort and that everyone has a good time. After checking into your Pigeon Forge rental cabin, most head outside for adventure. Visiting Dollywood during the hot weather months can be more enjoyable with these few specific tips while hitting the water rides. There are four seasonal rides that can quickly cool you off. Here are the details:
It is an undisputed fact that theme parks can be an expensive family activity. To maximize your fun and minimize your cost while at Dollywood, check out these ways to cut expenses on admission, dining, and parking.
You spend so much of of daily life handling problems: work issues, school project deadlines, sports activities scheduling, and maintenance and repair surprises. When it is the too short timeframe to enjoy being with the person that you love, make each moment count! Here are some ways to ensure you create great shared memories when visiting the Smoky Mountains this month.