Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are always family favorites. The two fun and inviting mountain towns are always hosting fun events throughout the year – especially during holidays! From parades and festivals to craft shows and races, they have something for everyone. The 4th of July is no different in the Smokies, bringing fun, fireworks, food, and more. So if you’re…

Boisterous notes of trumpets laid over smooth strums of guitars fill the air in over 100 U.S. cities as the mariachi bands bellow and vivacious dancers with brightly colored traditional dresses celebrate Mexican culture on Cinco de Mayo! The Battle of the Puebla, when the grossly outnumbered and underequipped Mexican army led by a Texas-born general staved-off French invasion on…

Summertime is sweet, fun, and exciting in the Smoky Mountains! It really does not get much better than nights around a Pigeon Forge cabin’s outdoor fire pit, views of the starry skies from the hot tub, or napping in the cabin after a day of hanging out by the pool. Or does it? During your cabin summer vacation, you will…

The quiet stillness of lush mountain forestry, the soothing ripples of water gliding over the rocks in nearby streams, and wide-open skies resting over the majestic towering peaks mute the stresses of work and home while simultaneously taking you back to simpler living. These nostalgic feelings and inspiring moments of clarity have brought thousands of visitors through the Great Smoky…

After months of the forests sleepily resting under blankets of snow, black bears hibernating, streams trickling down frozen cascades, and temperatures keeping us near the hearth of the cabin fireplace, the Smoky Mountains burst forth in life during the springtime! The melting rivers rush down the mountainsides, plants begin to flourish and bloom, and the people come out to celebrate…

In the early spring morning, the faint smell of water and soothing river songs float through the lush forestry as hundreds of guests to the Smoky Mountains explore, learn, and listen to numerous wildlife and botanical experts while surrounded by the pristine, untouched nature of the area. This year, the 68th Annual Wildflower Pilgrimage welcomes all travelers to the Smokies,…

The DIY craze has certainly caught on over the past few years. People are spending less time at the store and more time online, searching for ways to do-it-themselves when it comes to decorating their home, finding gifts for friends, or buying specialty items for their little ones. Nothing is quite as special or as memorable as those beautiful items…

The winter layers are starting to come off one by one, and the excitement and beauty of springtime creep in after months of cold weather and long nights. After you have finished spring cleaning, it’s time to get out and soak in some long-awaited sunshine! While I love starting my annual gardening in the yard as my first springtime outdoor…

The countdown is on…just 1 more month until OktOBERfest at Ober Gatlinburg is in full swing! Once again, Ober Gatlinburg will bring this beloved German celebration to life with music, food, family fun, and of course – German beer! September 22 – October 29, 2017, Ober Gatlinburg will host the month-long celebration that’s smaller – but no less festive! As…

Fall in Pigeon Forge means fun for all. It’s the time for the “classic” Smoky Mountain events – car shows, fishing tournaments, and fall festivals. Fall is also when the leaves change, transforming the landscape in the Smokies from lush green to rich hues of red, orange, and gold. It is a stunning sight that brings visitors from all over…