Hey, y’all, I’m Elizabeth Sims with Visit Gatlinburg and we’re going over some tips to help you get the most out of your Gatlinburg trip. Planning a trip can be overwhelming between getting everything packed and picking out places to eat, stay, play, and shop while you're there. Let's take a walk…
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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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You are in bear country, so there’s a good chance you’ll see black bears here, even if you never go into the woods. Don’t leave food, trash or pet food outdoors when no one is around. A few seconds is all it takes for a hungry bear to swipe it. Feeding bears or using food to encourage bears to…
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There are lots of simple steps you can take to discourage bears from getting into your stuff and avoid bear encounters. Teaching bears to associate cars, trails, campsites and people with food doesn’t just put a damper on your outdoor fun. It also creates unnecessary risk for you and your family and…
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Here are some safety tips and ways you can be bear wise while staying in your Gatlinburg cabin or hotel. Enjoy bears from a distance and never approach them. Feeding bears (intentionally or unintentionally) trains them to approach homes and people for more food, and you may be ticketed and fined…
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It’s that time of the year to celebrate the man, the myth, the legend… and to some, just dad. If you’re looking to celebrate one of the important men in your life this upcoming weekend, allow us to help you curate ways to have the perfect Father’s Day getaway in Gatlinburg. Known for its abundant…
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Whether you’re a free-spirited flower child or a serene nature-lover, we have a Gatlinburg travel itinerary blooming for you. Celebrate the season of renewal with a Smoky Mountain trip themed around your favorite spring wildflower. Pick your favorite wildflower below to plan your Gatlinburg Getaway…
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Over 1600 species of flowering plants live in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park which is why it's sometimes called the “Wildflower National Park.” With the spring season approaching, what could be better than a weekend getaway to see one of the world's most mesmerizing floral regions in all…
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Winter is a beautiful time of year to visit Gatlinburg. The snowcapped mountains are beautiful, and everything seems to slow down when the temperatures drop. If you’re looking for some of the best views in Gatlinburg this winter, don’t miss out on these great locations when it snows. If you have…
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The most popular time to travel to Gatlinburg is definitely the fall because everywhere you look there is something remarkable to see; from a tiny orange leaf to whole hillsides bursting with color. We decided to put together this checklist for you to keep handy when it comes to finding some of the…
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