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The Shocking Damage a Black Bear Can Do to Your Car in the Smokies
Couple gets huge surprise when they wake up to find a black bear in their Jeep on their honeymoon Millions of people visit the Great Smoky Mountains each year hoping…
The 3 Dangerous Animals You Should Avoid in the Smoky Mountains
Wildlife spotting is part of the fun when visiting the Smoky Mountains, but you’ll need to keep your distance from these dangerous animals As someone who has run around the…
Most Romantic Restaurants in Gatlinburg That Couples Need To Try
Local ranks most romantic restaurants in the tourist town Gatlinburg, Tennessee Gatlinburg is a popular wedding, honeymoon and romantic getaway destination. As such, it is appropriate that this village in…
3 Brutally Honest Reasons Not to Live in Tennessee, According to a Local
While Tennessee can be a great place for some, there are a few downsides, says a local I know what it’s like to move to and from Tennessee. I am…
New Luxury Hotel, Restaurant Coming Soon to Downtown Gatlinburg
A new luxury hotel and restaurant are coming to downtown Gatlinburg in March 2024 Hospitality Solutions and Hilton announced recently that they will start welcoming guests to the Embassy Suites…
5 Must-Do Experiences for First-Time Visitors to the Smoky Mountains
Local lists things first-time visitors should do in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg Tennessee Most people get a set number of vacations in their life – two a year, if they’re lucky….
The Little-Known History Behind the Name ‘Pigeon Forge’ in TN
Local shares the surprising reason the town was named Pigeon Forge It’s not uncommon to wonder what Pigeon Forge was before it became the tourist town it is today. It’s…
These Are the 3 Most Cheesy Attractions in the Smoky Mountains
Local lists the cheesiest attractions around Pigeon Forge, Tennessee Part of Sevier County’s tourism industry is the natural beauty that surrounds Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg. But the founding fathers of…
3 Surprising Facts About Buc-ee’s That Will Make You Love It Even More
Lesser-known fun facts about the world’s most beloved travel center: Buc-ee’s As the self-proclaimed preeminent Buc-ee’s journalist East of the Mississippi, I’ve certainly learned a lot about the cathedral to…
Are the Smoky Mountains Worth It? A Brutally Honest Opinion
A local offers pros and cons and determines whether or not a visit to the Smoky Mountains is ‘worth it’ As someone who first visited the mountains as a tourist…