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Welcome to the Family! | Cabin Update January 2020

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Ring in the new year with even more cabin rentals to choose from in the Great Smoky Mountains! Adding ace amenities, luxurious views, and homey conveniences to your Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg vacation, we’re excited to welcome all the newbies to our cabin selection for YOU. From stunning mountain vistas to entertaining features and everything in between, check out our 7 newest members of the Cabins for YOU family! Who knows? Your dream vacation cabin might be a few glances away… Big Sky Lodge | 5 BR | Pigeon Forge Located in the Covered Bridge Resort in the exciting Pigeon

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Black Bear Viewing — Springtime in the Smokies!

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Any animal lovers in the cabin? Welcome to the Great Smoky Mountains — famed for its wealth of diverse wildlife. When winter melts away and springs bursts forth, critters stir, rivers flow, and flowers bloom. Along with bringing animal offspring in abundance, springtime offers plenty of opportunities to see the great symbol of the Smokies: the American black bear. Adventure with binoculars in the national park, visit Ober Gatlinburg’s Wildlife Encounter, and spot cubs from your cabin as you go black bear viewing in the Great Smoky Mountains — safely (tips below)! Who knows? You may even spot a few

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Celebrate National Chocolate-Covered Anything Day in the Smokies!

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Did someone say — chocolate?! Enough said. Where is it? How do I reach it at the fastest speed? And most importantly…do I have to share? If this sounds exactly like you or another chocolate lover in your life, then you’ve probably heard of National Chocolate-Covered Anything Day, celebrated annually on December 16. And even if you haven’t (which is totally okay), it’s pretty self-explanatory. Basically, the overall idea is to snack on chocolate-covered somethings — be it fruit, fries, cookies, steak, or more chocolate!  If you’ve thought about coating it in chocolate, today’s the day to give it a

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Save Some Green — See Some Green! | Vacay to the Smokies on a Budget This Spring

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Itching to leave winter behind and finally get out of the house to explore this spring? If yes, but I can’t afford… is the start of your answer, stop right there. We have a pretty good idea where you’re going with this and can’t bear to hear it go any further. Everyone (yes, that includes YOU!) deserves a memorable cabin stay in the Great Smoky Mountains, especially when the forests awaken, young critters stir, and wildflowers blossom in spring. Imagine sipping coffee with mountain views, soaking in a bubbly hot tub under the stars, playing at in-town attractions, snapping pics

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How Will YOU Spend Your 2020 Vacation Days? Our Recommendation: Relaxing in a Smoky Mountain Cabin!

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Vacation days are no joke…there are only so many in a year. You work hard, and every second of your time off counts! While taking the same trip every year or opting for lazy days at home may feel comfortable, why not branch out of your comfort zone this 2020 and make new memories at a cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains? Rest, relax, and recharge with top-notch amenities, soul soothing views, and priceless moments with family and friends at your Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg cabin. And don’t forget to head into town for seasonal events!  Winter Escape Flee the

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Springtime Events in the Smokies

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Attend lots of events in the Great Smoky Mountains when sunlight melts snow, flowers blossom, and wildlife stirs. Springtime in the Smokies brings annual favs and new fun to Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg, TN. From arts and crafts to friendly (and fierce) competitions to car shows and themed festivals, the Smokies presents entertaining events for every age and interest when spring is in full bloom! 26th Annual A Mountain Quiltfest | March 4 – 7 Hosted in Pigeon Forge, the 26th Annual Mountain Quiltfest showcases stunning quilts from master quilters as well as offers classes for all skill levels to

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Hello, Christmas — and NEW Cabins!

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Santa is readying his sleigh as we prepare a brand-new selection of cabins for YOU! December brings chances for snow, twinkling lights, marshmallow-filled cocoa, Christmas fun, and cozy NEW cabins to our program. We’re currently toppling over 380 options that range from 1-16 bedrooms and budget friendly to luxury…and we just keep growing. Check out our new Pigeon Forge cabins (one in neighboring Gatlinburg) and see which cabin style suits your Great Smoky Mountain vacay best! Sweet Mountain Retreat | 3 BR + 3 BTH Family and friends, welcome to YOUR Sweet Mountain Retreat in Pigeon Forge, TN! Majestic mountain

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2022 Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge Holiday Events

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The holidays are here, and there’s plenty to do in the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee! If you haven’t already, book the perfect cabin for the holiday season, and then check out our blog to find out what’s happening in the coming months. The community calendar is packed with Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg events in November and December, offering plenty of fun along the Parkway, in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and beyond! See what’s happening in Gatlinburg in December…the most wonderful time of year!  Upcoming Holiday Events Christmas at Dolly Parton’s Stampede | October - December Beautiful horses, impressive

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Bring Your Kiddos to the Smokies for Universal Children’s Day 2019

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Cherished deeply, our children represent new life, steady growth, and the future. Bringing smiles for miles and warmth to our hearts, they deserve to be healthy and happy — always. Unfortunately, there are children around the world who do not have loving parents, government rights, or proper care. They deserve better, and the United Nations began a movement to see to this in 1954. Established in 1959, Universal Children’s Day is an annual global observance that takes place on November 20. The idea is to create international awareness for children’s rights, to improve the welfare of children, and promote togetherness.

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YOU… and 10 Other Things We’re Thankful For in the Smokies

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1. Amazing views – Whether it’s from our seat on the Aerial Tramway, from the gondola on the Great Smoky Mountain Wheel, on a hike in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, or from a rocking chair on the deck of your cozy cabin, the views in the Smokies are truly top of the list of things we’re thankful for! 2. Lazy days in the cabin – Our Cabins for YOU cabins come equipped with everything you need for those sublime vacation days when you just…do nothing. Each cabin is unique, but some of the perfect-for-lazy-days amenities you’ll find include

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