Why Cabins Beat Hotels for Business Travelers While families vacationing in the Smokies make up the majority of our guests, we want you to know that, at Cabins For You, our cabins are the right choice even if you aren’t traveling for pleasure. And with Gatlinburg’s large convention center, the central location of the Smokies, and easy access to hundreds of restaurants and attractions, it’s no wonder businesses choose Gatlinburg for company-wide meetings and retreats. So whether you’re staying on your own, with your family, or with a large group of coworkers, be sure to book your stay at a

Continue reading →

---

Hike a new trail in the national park. We know, we know. You’ve been to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park before. In fact, you’ve been to the national park so many times you think you’ve seen it all: Charlies Bunion, the Alum Cave Bluffs, Andrews Bald, Rainbow Falls. But guess what—this national park holds nearly 900 miles of hiking trails, so even if you’ve hiked a new trail every summer, you still haven’t seen everything these mountains have to offer! We recommend checking out the GSMNP’s online bookstore, operated by their nonprofit partner, the Great Smoky Mountains Association. There,

Continue reading →

---

The Great Smoky Mountains area is one of the most scenic places in the country, and arguably, the world. It’s home to a huge diversity of trees and wildflowers, along with wildlife and incredible mountain vistas. Whether you’re in the heart of downtown or out among the trees and on the trails in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you’ll find yourself surrounded by the beauty of the Smokies. Trails will lead you to rushing waterfalls and scenic overlooks, through old-growth forests, and past trickling streams. Walks along the Parkway will blend the excitement of the city with the beauty

Continue reading →

---

Okay, I’ll admit it. I started shopping for my daughter’s school supplies today. I know, I know. It’s only July. But, hey, August 15 is just around the corner! Maybe you’re like me, and you’ve already started the process of rounding up binders, pencils, and a fancy new calculator for the start of the new school year. Or maybe you’re even more ahead of the game, and you’re thinking way past the first day of school to the first day of fall break. If so, this blog is for you! When it comes to vacations, you really can’t start planning

Continue reading →

---

With wedding season already started in the Smokies, groups are flocking to these beautiful mountains to watch their loved ones tie the knot—and that means traditional wedding venues are filling up fast! Some of those traditional venues in the Smokies include Honeysuckle Hills, Angel’s View Wedding Chapel, Smoky Mountain Farm Weddings, Country Manor Acres, the Gatlinburg Wedding Center, and the Smokey Mountain Wedding & Party Barn. Each offers a picturesque locale and room for all your guests as well as helpful extras like wedding coordinators and “one-stop shop” packages, which include your flowers, photographer, caterer, minister, and more. But whether

Continue reading →

---

Pick the right time to visit. For most people, sitting in traffic and working your way through a crowd is anything but relaxing. If that includes you, then our #1 secret for planning a stress-free getaway to the Smokies is to book your stay during the off-season. The most popular times to visit the Smoky Mountains are the summer months (when the kids are out of school and families can travel) and October (when the beautiful fall foliage is at its peak). The holidays can also be a crowded time in the Smokies. So if you want to avoid the

Continue reading →

---

When many people think of summer vacation, they think of the beach. The beach is great, but it's not for everyone. Some people don't love the sand everywhere, the jellyfish and sharks in the water, or the super hot days on the beach. Maybe the beach isn't for you, or maybe you've just been each summer and want something different. Gatlinburg is an awesome summer vacation spot for lots of reasons, but here are just a few of our favorite reasons why a vacation to Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains beats a vacation to the beach this summer. You

Continue reading →

---

Handmade gifts by Gatlinburg craftsmen With Father’s Day just around the corner (June 19, 2016), this is the perfect time to start thinking about the right gift to celebrate the man in your life this year. Sure, a tie or a new shirt is always nice, but why not go for something a little more creative? Perhaps something you can’t get in a department store … perhaps something customized … perhaps something handmade. For a gift that fits all of this criteria, head on over to Gatlinburg! You’ll find dozens of shops with handmade, high-quality gifts that really say “you’re

Continue reading →

---

Home to a diversity of wildlife, trees, wildflowers, and flowering plants and shrubs, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a breath a fresh air – a break from the busy mountain towns of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge and the technology that so often consumes our lives. It is the most visited in the national park system, bringing in millions of visitors each year. While it's beautiful all year long, summer is an especially wonderful time to visit the park. There are tons of fun things to fill your summer days with there, from hikes to waterfalls and picnics by

Continue reading →

---

Fun, food, and family events in the Smokies It’s no secret, Gatlinburg is a great place for families. With tons of family-friendly attractions, exciting events throughout the year (especially on holidays), a variety of food for every taste, and shops loaded with everything you could imagine – toys, books, doll clothes, candy, electronics, clothing, cowboy boots, specialty foods, and more – it is truly a vacation destination that will please everyone!  The kids will never get bored in this charming mountain town with endless fun, and we even have great family cabins that offer entertainment without even walking out the

Continue reading →

---