Spiders in the bunkhouse. Swims in a slimy lake. Cute boys and dances and arts and crafts. Ahhh, summer camp. Those, without doubt, were some of the best days on my life. I spent a lot of time at a summer camp (Miracle Camp) in Michigan growing up. I wouldn’t have traded the experiences. [...]
7 Smoky Mountain Zipline Adventures
January 19, 2011 By 6 Comments
Adventure. Don’t we all love to do something that pushes us out of our comfort zones? At least every once in a while? There’s such a feeling of accomplishment when we conquer fears or do something new. But I digress. For today’s post, I thought I’d take a look at the different zipline tours available [...]
Holiday Events in the Smoky Mountain Region
November 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
It’s the most wonderful time of the year … but sometimes it’s hard to find out the details about the Smoky Mountain Christmas events that are available. Here’s what we’ve found: Gatlinburg Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade — This Friday at 7:30 p.m. downtown Gatlinburg. Including more than 100 parade entries, the parade stretches from [...]
Family with teens? Here’s the plan:
October 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Teenagers have tons of energy, love a good deal and like to have flexibility. Given those thoughts, here are 6 things you should do if you are taking your teens to the Smoky Mountain area for a getaway: 1. Rent a cabin. Hotels are fine for little ones (though we prefer a cabin because we [...]
Outlet Shopping in Sevierville
September 29, 2010 By Leave a Comment
There are so very many things to do in the Smoky Mountain region. Some come to hike, others to putt-putt, others to laze around in a cabin. And more than you’d expect come to … shop! From the small downtown Gatlinburg shops to the arts and crafts village to the Tanger Outlets in Sevierville, there [...]
5 Spots for Horseback Riding in the Smokies
September 17, 2010 By 2 Comments
Hiking is one way to enjoy the natural beauty of the Smoky Mountains. Another is on horseback. Below, five local stables that will show you the sites atop a beautiful horse. Plus, one that offers camping and a Wild West Show! Smoky Mountain Riding Stables (this is the one right in The Great Smoky Mountains [...]
Sevier County Fair Coming Up!
August 20, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Who doesn’t love an old fashioned county fair with all the fixin’s — carnival rides, animal barns and plenty of good ole junk food. Well, if you’re in the Smoky Mountain area over Labor Day, stop by the Sevier County Fair. It looks like quite a party. The fair takes place from Monday, Sept. 6 [...]
Finding a Church in the Smoky Mountain Area
July 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Occasionally, we have someone ask about finding a church to attend while in Gatlinburg on vacation. We’ve compiled a list, in case you are looking for the same: Gatlinburg Area: Cartertown Baptist Church: 677 Cartertown Road. Services: 10:45 Sunday morning; 6 Sunday night; 7 Wednesday night Church of Christ: 414 Trinity Lane. Services: 10:30 Sunday [...]
Kendra’s Fav 5 — #3, Ripley’s Mini Golf Courses
March 5, 2010 By Leave a Comment
One thing the Gatlinburg area has plenty of — miniature golf courses! If you’re visiting in nice weather, it can be natural to choose a sunny afternoon and hit one of the courses. I haven’t played all of the courses, but I have been to several. And though there are a few that deserve honorable [...]
