Blog Archives
Apr
2021
3 Top-Notch Fishing Guides Enjoy a fishing trip in the Smoky Mountains with 3 area fishing guides that will assure you have a great day on the water AND catch fish! Whether wading a mountain stream for flyfishing or boating on the river or lake, you’ll have a great time and connect with nature in
Dec
2020
Dollywood Souvenirs, Gift Shops, and Tshirts Updated 9/2023: Calling all shopaholics! While most folks don’t think of going to Dollywood or purchasing a Dollywood season pass just for the shopping, those who do are glad they did! The shopping selection not only includes the best Smoky Mountains souvenirs featuring Dolly, Dollywood, and the park’s most
Dec
2020
Shops, Restaurants and Attractions Updated 9/2023: One of the newest shopping centers to open in Pigeon Forge is so much more than shopping! Mountain Mile & Tower Shops, located across from The Island on Teaster Lane, just might be your newest relaxation destination! Restaurants and Eateries / Food & Drink:Azul Mexican CantinaCinnaholic BakeryCoffee ArmoryCream and
Oct
2020
BGIE Shop at The Village Updated 9/2023: This Shop is no longer open. Have you been in the Best Gift Idea Ever shop lately? If not, you’ll want to get there and quick! You are probably familiar with ‘letter art’ featured by the shop that allows for spelling out 3-12 letter words using their in
Sep
2020
Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center Updated 9/2023: Head to Townsend TN for the Annual Tuckaleechee Pottery Festival, featuring some of the nation’s finest potters. You’ll find unique pottery featuring different styles and forms – from intricate ceramics and hand-thrown creations – that are both beautiful and functional! Date: Saturday, October 28 Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Jun
2020
Pancakes, Hot Cakes, Flap Jacks Galore When it comes to breakfast in the Smoky Mountains area, you’re likely to think “Pancakes” and for good reason. There are pancake restaurants everywhere you look. Which is best? Oh, that would be hard to say. Lots of locations with even more varieties of pancakes, crepes, fritters and waffles
Apr
2020
Reopening in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge The Great Smoky Mountains are open! The folks who cook those fantastic meals and work so hard to provide best-in-the-industry live music and entertainment are ready to welcome you back to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Following the state of TN opening recommendations of maintaining social distancing and in increasing
Mar
2020
Celtic Heritage Gift Shop The owners of Celtic Heritage have been bringing the wonderful world of Celtic culture to Gatlinburg for over 25 years! The shop is located at The Village in downtown Gatlinburg, and offers unique products and gifts imported directly from Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Jewelry: Gold, silver, leather and fashion jewelry including
Feb
2020
2020 Dollywood Festivals Lineup As you, we cannot wait for Dollywood theme park to open and gift us another season of fun and festivity with their 8 festivals and special events! Dollywood’s opening day is March 14 and kicks off the Festival of Nations. • Festival of Nations: March 14-April 20 • BBQ & Bluegrass
Jan
2020
Gatlinburg Leatherworks Updated 2022: Autumn Ridge Vacation Rentals is fortunate to have all their log cabin on a ‘locals route’ which puts you just a short 4-mile drive with little traffic to the heart of the Smoky Mountains crafts community. There you’ll be surrounded by talent and skill as seen in several leather shops on
