Each year, couples wanting a weekend, honeymoon or anniversary getaway is probably the largest type of travelers coming to Gatlinburg Tennessee. Literally thousands of couples flock to Gatlinburg in hopes of renewing faith, rekindling love or relaxing in a private cabin with their loved ones. All to often, the person planning the trip makes a few mistakes or forgets a few tips that could make this weekend very memorable. Follow these 3 steps to help ensure your romantic getaway is perfect.

The Surprise Factor – One of the coolest things you can do for your loved one is let them know how special they are to you. Understanding that you planned a weekend getaway without your loved ones knowledge is very romantic and reminds them that you love them and care about their feelings. It is a good feeling to know that your loved one spent extra time planning a romantic weekend to surprise you. Plus, who does not like to be surprised with something every now and then.

Gift Baskets – Adding gift baskets or packages to your stay can add a lot of value and fun to your vacation. A few very popular items include dinner baskets, rose peddle baskets, picnic baskets and some variety pack gift baskets. Adding a massage in your cabin is another popular thing to do for a romantic weekend. In fact, adding a couples massage is what our reservation specialist and staff recommends.

Gatlinburg Cabins – Possibly the single biggest factor for making the romantic weekend memorable is the selection of the right cabin in Gatlinburg. Nothing can spoil a trip faster than arriving at a cabin that your loved one does not like. When choosing the right cabin make sure you keep your loved one in mind, don’t rush your decision and don’t be afraid to spend some money. Some romantic things to think about is the fireplace, the hot tub, Jacuzzi tub and master bedroom. Having a big screen TV is not on top of the list.

Making sure you follow these few tips can help add a lot of assurance to your romantic weekend. Spending extra time and a little extra money will result in a great weekend retreat. The most romantic month of the year is February because of Valentine's Day. An added bonus is February is the least visited month. Have fun!