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Battle of Disappointments in the Smokies: Puckett’s vs Junction 35
Breaking down two favorite restaurants that have underwhelmed recently I can’t imagine what it’s like running a restaurant in the Smokies. I know a lot of places have competition and…
The Michelin Stamp of Approval in the Mountains
Famed Michelin Guide gives stamp of approval to restaurants in the region When you think about dining in the Smokies and beyond into the mountains of North Carolina, certain staples…
We Tried $13 Candy Bars in Gatlinburg… Was It Worth It?
We tried the “Design Your Own” kiosk at Goo Goo Clusters on the parkway and we’d do it again I couldn’t help but think of Willy Wonka.The kids had finished…
6 Fun Dinner Shows in Pigeon Forge You Need To See
Local lists best dinner shows in the Smoky Mountains Sure, Vegas has Usher and Sting, and Broadway has some musicals based on Disney properties. But none of them have what…
Clash of the Titans in Tennessee: Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop
Dolly Parton sets the stage for epic competition with Buc-ee’s It’s Ali vs Frazier. Yankees vs. Red Sox. It’s Godzilla vs Mothra. And now, it’s Tennessee vs. Texas. Yes, there’s…
Make the Most of Your Winter Weekend Getaway in the Smokies
An itinerary for the perfect long winter weekend in the Smoky Mountains Winter travel is reserved – chiefly – for the holidays. After all, getting over the river and through…
Tips for Christmas shopping in the Smokies
The top five ways to successfully navigate getting successful gifts in the mountains There are two reasons to do your Christmas shopping in the Smokies and only two. The first…
Tis the Season for Christmas Dinner Theater in Pigeon Forge
Local dinner theaters are getting into the Smokies holiday spirit I have found the key to success when enjoying Pigeon Forge’s dinner theater scene, is not to overthink it. Pirates?…
11 Best Breakfast Spots in Pigeon Forge From a Local
A local’s guide to the best breakfast in Pigeon Forge The Pigeon Forge dining scene is ever-growing, ever evolving. We’ve got gorillas and pigeons selling tacos now, so pretty much…
What’s Happening With Smokies Stadium in Kodak?
For 25 years, Smokies Stadium was a centerpiece of the Sevier County tourism scene, it’s been essentially vacant for a year, what’s next? Baseball season is over in East Tennessee….