10 Scary Good October Holidays to Celebrate in Gatlinburg

Looking for something to celebrate this October in Gatlinburg? Whether your tastes run gourmand, globetrotter or ghoulish, there’s a holiday with your name on it. Crisp mountain air, falling leaves and crackling fires set a splendidly seasonal mood here all month long. Mark your calendar and pack…

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5 Fantastically Fun Reasons to Visit Gatlinburg This Fall

We may be biased, but we’ve long known you can’t beat fall in Gatlinburg. The folks at USA Today agree, naming Gatlinburg the “Best Place to Visit for Fall" in their 10Best Readers’ Choice Travel Award Program. For five years and counting, USA Today readers from all across the country have tipped…

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Fall Tips for Avoiding Bear Encounters

For bears, fall is “last chance to eat a lot” season as they continue to roam about searching for every bit of remaining food, natural and otherwise. Days are getting shorter and nights are getting longer as the countdown to denning up continues. The combination of shorter days, longer nights and…

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Gatlinburg Lodging for All Types of Travelers

When visitors head to Gatlinburg to explore the majestic Smoky Mountains and enjoy plenty of hiking, shopping, live music, and restaurants, they can choose from a wide array of cabin and hotel options. Here, we’ve listed several highly-regarded lodgings in the area that can accommodate couples on a…

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5 Things to Do in Gatlinburg Before Summer Ends

As the sun sets on another summer, we’re rounding up all the can’t-be-missed ways to live up your last hooray in Gatlinburg. From outdoor excursions to the best local delicacies to beat the heat, there are plenty of ways to make your Labor Day weekend one for the memory books. Here’s a roundup of…

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Mountain Luxury Awaits in Gatlinburg

Fog rising off mountaintops, deepest forest greens, stardusted midnight skies – the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains is undeniable. Escape to Gatlinburg for a luxurious mountain stay, and steep your senses in East Tennessee’s splendor. Gatlinburg greets guests with next-level comfort and care…

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Gatlinburg’s Most Instagrammable Spots

Take-me-back photos are timeless souvenirs, and Gatlinburg is always ready for its close-up. We’ve rounded up the most Instagrammable corners of our mountain town so you can get post-worthy pictures every day. Whether you’re snapping selfies, taking artful shots or huddling the whole crew for a…

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Vacationing In Bear Country? What To Know Before You Go

If you’re heading out to get away from it all, chances are good you’re heading into bear country. If you don’t live with bears at home (or even if you do), it’s good to get BearWise before you hit the road. Bears are never on vacation. Bears can’t pack up and get away from people; bears that live in…

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