Are you planning a trip to the Smokies? You’ll find there’s no shortage of things to do in Gatlinburg. We’re sharing our favorite attractions, restaurants and lodging.
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The Dixie Stampede in Pigeon Forge offers Fun for the Entire Family
The Traveling Praters presents Travel Inspired Living. Note: The show has changed since my visit but I recently visited again with my mom and dad and have added updates to this post where needed. Driving down ‘The Strip’ in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, you’ll find no shortage of entertainment. Fun, clean, family-friendly shows, attractions and…
Cabin Fever Vacations: A Review of Bella Yani Cabin
What could be more perfect than visiting the Smoky Mountains and staying in a luxury cabin with incredible mountain views on vacation? Cabin Fever Vacations is a property management company that manages cabins that are privately owned, making them available for vacationing guests. They also claim to be the most affordable cabin rental company in…
Seeking Thrills on a Great Smoky Mountains Vacation
Millions of people visit the area known as ‘the Smokies’ each year. My own family has visited the area that borders the Smoky Mountain National Park more than a handful of times. Yet, we are still drawn to Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg time and again. When Mobile Brochure invited my family to visit for…
Restaurant.com Celebrates National Pizza Month
I received a Restaurant.com gift card for the purpose of this review. This post was made possible by Mom Spark Media. Thoughts are my own. National Pizza Month may be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean that my family will stop the celebration. As a mom with teenagers, pizza may as well be considered…
Homeschool Appreciation Week in the Smokies September 15th- 29th
September 15th- 29th, many Smoky Mountain area attractions will participate in an epic Homeschool Appreciation Week. This event will offer free admission to one homeschool teacher per family at many popular Smoky Mountain attractions with discounts available for the rest of the family. Attractions participating in the Homeschool Appreciation Event include: The Tomb– Free admission…
Affordable Large Family Accommodations in Gatlinburg {Quality Inn Creekside}
Selecting a hotel for my family is no longer as easy of a process as it once was. Though my family enjoys each other’s company, I know to force my three teenagers into a crowded, standard size hotel room is asking for trouble. After a busy day of sightseeing and reviewing destinations, the only…
Visiting Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies in Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, is one of the most popular attractions in Gatlinburg. This facility has welcomed over 15 million visitors since opening its doors nearly 13 years ago. After spending the afternoon visiting each exhibit, it’s easy to see why the aquarium has been…
Family Fun at Wonderworks in Pigeon Forge Tennessee
You can’t drive by Wonderworks in Pigeon Forge and not take a second look. The building appears as though it landed upside down in the parking lot, and perhaps, it did. Legend has it that a team of scientists, led by Mr. Wonder, were conducting a scientific experiment when something went terribly wrong. The laboratory…
Your Guide to Homeschool Friendly Spring Break Ideas in the Smokies
This past weekend, my family visited Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, Tennessee in search of homeschool friendly spring break ideas in the Smokies. We found several that are perfect not only for spring break, but any other time of year you find yourself longing for a getaway or a field trip. As a homeschooling mom,…
My Favorite Photos from Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies
My family first visited Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies three years ago. We loved our visit and had a great time so I was thrilled to have the opportunity to visit again over the past weekend. I’ll be sharing a detailed review in the coming days, but in the meantime, I wanted to share several…
