Find Romance in these Sweet Valentine’s Day Recipes for Your Cabin!

What better place to spend the most romantic holiday of the year – Valentine’s Day – than in a cozy cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains? Our Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN cabins are perfect for romantic getaways, and these savory and sweet recipes are perfect for your cabin’s fully equipped kitchen! Elegant White Chocolate Mousse | Taste of Home | 8 servings Ingredients 12 ounces white baking chocolate, coarsely chopped 2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided 1 tablespoon confectioners' sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Directions In a small, heavy saucepan, combine chocolate and 2/3 cup cream; cook and stir

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Cinco de Mayo — How to Celebrate in the Smokies

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Spice up this Cinco de Mayo in the Great Smoky Mountains, with authentic Mexican cuisine and beer plus souvenir tees, exciting downtown entertainment, and a cabin party! This holiday deserves to be celebrated in style, and Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are excellent cities brimming with top Mexican restaurants and fun activities for all ages. Add a memorable cabin stay into the mix, and you’ll open a whole new playing field of celebration possibility, with traditional Mexican meals made in the fully equipped kitchen, catchy mariachi tunes on the back deck with mountain views, tequila shots in the rec room, and

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Date Night: A Fun Night out in Gatlinburg

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Looking to up your game for date night? Treat your man or lady to a fun night out in downtown Gatlinburg — where tasty dishes, ocean adventures, comedy genius, good ole times, and cozy cabins reside! Start your romantic evening with a smooth red and a steak dinner by a relaxing river. Next, take an under-the-sea tour or watch a knee-slap-worthy performance. Later, down a cold one or two while grooving to live music, then end the night with a steamy hot tub soak under the stars at your secluded Smoky Mountain cabin. If you’re looking to ramp up the

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Fall in Love with NEW Cabins for YOU!

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It’s that time again! Our Cabins for YOU family is growing, which means more new cabins for you to check out! From an impressive new build to cozy family getaways to an awesome group lodge, our new cabins will have you falling in love this February! ELK CROSSING | 3 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms | sleeps 8 A cool hangout space awaits at Elk Crossing, with a pool table, cozy couch, big screen TV, and air hockey – and that’s just in the rec/movie room! The cabin also boasts cool bathroom details, a hot tub on the screened-in deck, classic

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Inspire Your Heart with Art Day: Art in the Smokies

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Unleash your creative side (everyone has one) this Inspire Your Heart with Art Day on Thursday, January 31, 2019, an annual time to reflect on art and how it inspires YOU. Paints, pencils, pens, mixed media, photographs, digital mediums…you name it — art is everywhere and runs rampant in the Great Smoky Mountains! Find inspiration from local crafters and gifted artists as well as picturesque nature all around, from snow-capped peaks to wondrous wildlife. Gatlinburg hosts a number of art galleries, studios, and even a national art and craft education center, making it a fantastic location to nurture your inner

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Sip into Fun at the 2019 Smoky Mountain Wine Weekend

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When you think of the Smokies, your mind may first land upon moonshine. From the toe-tapping sounds of live music and samples at the Ole Smoky Moonshine Holler in downtown Gatlinburg to the Sugarlands Distillery – and everything in between – moonshine is a big part of the culture in the Great Smoky Mountains. But for the 21-and-over crowd, it doesn’t stop at moonshine! In fact, wine is another important part of the Smokies, with local wineries and awesome events held throughout the year! One of the most popular events is the Smoky Mountain Wine Weekend, presented by Courtyard by

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Easter’s Hopping into the Smokies — Get Your Baskets Ready!

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Wildlife stirs and stretches, mountain peaks meet the sun’s gaze, and crystal waters begin to flow once more as spring awakens the Great Smoky Mountains…and the Easter Bunny! Hip-hop-happening events are just around the corner in the Smokies, featuring a mountaintop worship service, skillfully crafted trinkets for sale, and everyone’s favorite spring character. From celebrating at sunrise and purchasing one-of-a-kind souvenirs to hunting for egg treasures and playing at your dream cabin, make this Easter (April 21, 2019) the best one yet — with friends and family in the Smokies! While we, of course, wrote this blog to help YOU

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Valentine’s Day is 1 Month Away: Slip away to Gatlinburg!

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When a lot of people think of Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains, they think of family-friendly attractions, airbrush t-shirts, and maybe even fudge. And while those are awesome and classic aspects of this charming mountain town, there is so much more. The Smokies is also all about romance, from the jaw-dropping mountain views and peaceful woods surrounding cozy Gatlinburg cabins to the wineries and distilleries, perfect-for-couples attractions, great restaurants, and unique shops. Valentine’s Day is just 1 month away, so it’s time to start planning if you haven’t already! What better way to top last year’s box of chocolates

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Get Revved for the 2019 Spring Rod Run in Pigeon Forge!

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Zooming right around the corner is the 2019 Pigeon Forge Spring Rod Run, one of the biggest car shows in the nation! Tune up your hot rod, give her a good shine, hit the road, and attend this 3-day, car-tastic event in the Smokies, April 11-13 (Thursday – Saturday). With an $8,000 cash giveaway, awards all around, swap meets, and official merchandise, car enthusiasts will have a blast! Whether you’re looking to ramp up your car collection, snag the part you’ve been forever searching for, or spend quality time with like-minded motorheads, the Pigeon Forge Spring Rod Run is for

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10 Winter Activities for Cold Weather in the Smokies

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The post-holiday blues are creeping in and the winter months are only halfway through… but we have the perfect remedy! A Smoky Mountain vacation is just what you need to rescue everyone from the winter blues and inspire some excitement in this chilly weather. Start those New Years’ resolutions or keep them going when this cold weather is already stealing away your vigor with a few of these outdoor winter activities. Additionally, winter in the Smoky Mountains is inspiringly beautiful as the majestic snow-capped mountains stir your soul and give you a reason to love the colder months. And if

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