Does it snow in Tennessee? What months does it snow?
Winter is coming. For many, a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains in the winter months means an opportunity to see snow in the mountains….
What is the restaurant where they insult you in Gatlinburg?
It’s no secret that Gatlinburg is a tourist town. Businesses and restaurants are always battling it out for your attention and vacation dollars, most of…
Dollywood rumors 2022: 4 predictions about new rides, expansions
I love a good mystery. I love piecing together evidence and trying to figure out the big twist of a “who done it” movie before…
Is Anakeesta worth the money? An honest review
Anakeesta is one of Gatlinburg’s new jewels. It sits atop a mountain offering spectacular views of both the village and the mountains. Sunsets can be…
What is there to do on the strip in Gatlinburg? Your top 5 options
Chicago has the Miracle Mile. Las Vegas has the strip. And in Gatlinburg it’s called … Well, it’s also called the strip. As it turns…
What not to do at Cades Cove, 7 things a local wants you to know
Cades Cove is the crown jewel of the Smokies. It is a confluence point of natural beauty, mountain history and conservation. It is among the…
Here are the best all you can eat buffets in Pigeon Forge; Top 4 ranked
When I was a kid growing up in the Midwest, buffets – also known as smorgasbords – were all the restaurant rage. I can remember…
How do you access Max Patch NC? Tips on hiking, wildlife, what to wear
There are experiences that are fairly universal to visitors to Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and the Great Smoky Mountains. Dollywood? Check. The Ripley’s Aquarium? Sure thing….
Moonshine tasting in Gatlinburg, our top 6 distilleries ranked
No trip to the Great Smoky Mountains is complete without a moonshine tasting in Gatlinburg. However, with so many amazing distilleries to choose from, the…
Why are the Smoky Mountains Smoky? Are they always smoky?
I was driving west through the mountains, going to cover a football game. Then, I crested a hill and found myself awestruck by the beauty…