Morgan Overholt | The Smokies | Author Bio
Morgan Overholt
CO-FOUNDER | HEYORLANDO.COM
Morgan is the founder Morgan Media LLC, a graphic design agency and the co-founder of TheSmokies.com LLC – a media company that specializes in regional travel sites including TheSmokies.com and MiamiTake.com.
FUN FACTS
Favorite Smokies Attraction:
Dollywood
Favorite Smokies Restaurant:
Bustin’ Butts BBQ, Old Mill, Mama’s Chicken Kitchen, Greenbrier, Pancake Pantry & Aubrey’s (I can’t pick just one!)
Favorite Dollywood Ride:
Wild Eagle
About Morgan Overholt, Co-Founder of TheSmokies.com
Morgan and her business partners Alaina (her sister) and James (her husband) were bitten by the “blogging bug” in 2020 when they launched their original concept – TheSmokies.com, an homage to their hometown in Tennessee.
Today, TheSmokies.com generates 4-6 million pageviews per year.
In the footsteps of that original success, Morgan and her team later launched HeyOrlando.com in 2022, and MiamiTake.com in 2023.
Her very first date with her now-husband James was at Dollywood. He originally invited her to a movie – but she demanded a date she would remember. James upped the ante with Dollywood and the rest is history.
Morgan has appeared in nationally recognized publications including Business Insider, Parade Magazine and Refinery29. She is also a Tennessee Press Association Award winner.
Morgan’s Latest Articles
When Does Dollywood Open? Festival Dates and More [2023]
Following its seasonal closure, Dollywood will open for the 2023 season on Saturday, March 11. Season passholders get a sneak peek with Passholder Preview Day…
Is the Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum in Gatlinburg Worth It?
Ready to shake up your vacation or add a little spice to your day? In the Smokies, there are several attractions along the Parkway competing…
5 Reasons Why Dollywood Is Better Than Disney World
It’s easy to take the Dollywood theme park for granted for those of us who grew up with the beloved amusement park practically in our…
An Unbiased Review of The Old Mill Restaurant in Pigeon Forge
The Old Mill Restaurant in Pigeon Forge is an experience unlike many of its neighboring eateries. Diners can expect a home-cooked meal, all done without…
Mama’s Chicken Kitchen in Gatlinburg, an Honest Review
I made a rookie mistake. As someone who grew up in East Tennessee, I know how crowded Gatlinburg can get on the weekends. Especially holiday…
Earthquake the Ride in Gatlinburg Is Just As Bad as You Think It Is
I’ve lived in East Tennessee for most of my life. I have fond memories of spending my weekends and summers roaming around Pigeon Forge and…