Smoky Mountain Travel Apps

When vacationing to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, many people seek a peaceful, relaxing retreat, away from the stresses of daily life. Unfortunately, there are many difficulties associated with traveling that often leave tourists and their families frustrated. From the traffic filled road trip to confusing directions to a desired restaurant, travel stressors are not few and far between. Luckily, with evolving technology and the capabilities of smartphones, traveling has been made much easier through the use of applications. iPhone and Android applications have taken the travel industry by storm, aiming to streamline the users process and make their vacation as easy as

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Shop for Jewelry in Gatlinburg

I have always enjoyed the artisan shops in Gatlinburg. The beautiful pottery, jewelry, handmade soap; I could go on and on. But I must confess, from the time I was a teenager, I have found several of the other shops… well, lacking. One of the areas I had found lacking in particular was the jewelry shops. Most of my experiences before were full of cheesy, cheap jewelry, being sold at an INCREDIBLY high price. That has not at all been my experience this time. I guess the economy has customers being more particular about the items they purchase, if they

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Heat Safety for Children

Most of us are experts on the “How to Prevent Sun Burns” speech. We are pounded over the head with this beneficial information by our mothers, doctors, and even on commercials and in the news. But another important bit of information, especially for our little ones, is heat safety. If you are visiting from a cooler climate, make sure you take extra care with your little one. Here are a few things to keep in mind while visiting the Gents and Belles in the sultry South: A child’s body temperature warms about five times faster than an adult’s. Keep this

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People Watching in Gatlinburg

My Mother has always been a “people watcher”. She liked to sit in malls and watch people, how they responded and interacted with their environments and one another. I too have come to enjoy people watching, but I also enjoy writing stories, so the twist is that my mind is always imagining where he/she comes from, where they are going, what they are doing here, what they are feeling, etc. If you too enjoy the relaxing art of people watching, you will delight in the streets of Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Because of Gatlinburg’s location, people from all over the United States

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Parking in Gatlinburg

From time-to-time parking can be a bear in downtown Gatlinburg. No one wants to spend their time searching for a place to leave their car that won’t cost them 25% of their spending money. Here are a few of the parking lots along the Parkway. Prices are included if known. Calhoun’s Village: If you use the Calhoun Village parking lot and eat at Calhoun’s, Cherokee Grill, or make a purchase at one of the shops, keep your receipt and there will be no charge upon leaving. Meter Parking: Next to the Delicatessen and across from Rocky Waters Motor Inn. $0.75

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Summer Adventures in Gatlinburg

Spending your summer vacation in Gatlinburg offers many opportunities for fun, outdoor, summer time activities. After spending a day exerting yourself on a white-water rafting adventure or hiking through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, recovering in a cozy, comfortable cabin rental with a hot tub will be the perfect end to your day. Or spend a fun-filled day zip-lining and spend your evening exploring the downtown Gatlinburg strip. The warm, sunny weather will leave your family ready for some excitement and you will enjoy exploring Gatlinburg in a whole new way! It’s no mistake that the Great Smoky Mountains

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River Races in Gatlinburg

Are you ready to speed up the fun on your summer Gatlinburg vacation? This year’s Gatlinburg event calendar is filled with exciting raft races, river runs and other fun activities for you and your family to participate in – or perhaps just spectate! Gatlinburg attractions are also speeding up the excitement with go-kart tracks, fun rides and more. So if you and your family have a need for speed during your Gatlinburg cabin vacation, check out these family-friendly and fun events! River Raft Regatta - Celebrating the 4th of July in Gatlinburg is truly a blast, from the “Stand Here”

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Protection from the Sun

Gatlinburg can wash over you like a wave of fun, causing you to lose track of anything but what you are engulfed in and the anticipation of what is next. This is one of the greatest allures of this region of Tennessee. However, the abundance of fun does come with its health hazards! Most people are having too much fun to realize the danger they have put themselves or their children in until they are home later that night and the classic sting of a sunburn sets in! In the worst cases, it is accompanied by water blisters, dehydration, electrolyte

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Enjoy the Gatlinburg Community Center

Visitors that come to Gatlinburg often ask themselves – what will I do? After you spend a few days exploring downtown, experiencing the attractions and taking in the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, you may be craving a bit of routine, a lot fun and maybe a little exercise. The Gatlinburg Community Center is an all-purpose activity center that is open to anyone who wishes to visit. Offering tennis, Frisbee golf, swimming, a skate park, exercise classes and more, this 52,000 square foot facility is a great place to escape the heat and break up your vacation

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Pigeon Forge Honeymoon Ideas

If you and your partner are looking for somewhere both beautiful and romantic to have your honeymoon, you should look no further than Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, this location is picture perfect for a honeymoon getaway, and you will find that the atmosphere in the area will lend itself well to the memories you will have of your momentous occasion. If you are looking for activities to engage in during this getaway, then here are just a few things that the city of Pigeon Forge can offer you. If you find that you

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Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge Cabin Rentals

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