Hand-Crafted Gatlinburg Souvenirs from the Arts & Crafts Community

There's something for everyone at the Arts & Crafts Community. Finding the perfect souvenir to remember your Gatlinburg vacation is easy when you visit the Arts & Crafts Community. With over 100 artists and craftsmen, Gatlinburg's Arts & Crafts Community is a living, breathing tribute to the history…

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Rekindle Your Romance in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Gatlinburg is your gateway to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, America's most visited National Park, and the only National Park that does not charge an admission fee. It's over 800 miles of trails and scenic beauty are free to the public. It's advised that travelers start their trip planning…

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Most Searched Attractions in Gatlinburg

Declared “The Best Mountain Town in the South” by Southern Living Readers, Gatlinburg has everything you need for a memorable vacation that leaves you yearning to come back again and again. Check out these Top Ten Most Searched Attractions in Gatlinburg and plan your vacation now. Anakeesta…

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Wheel of Time: Ely's Mill In Gatlinburg

Off the banks of Roaring Fork Road dwells one of Gatlinburg’s most deeply rooted treasures - the long-established and untouched Ely's Mill. Erected in 1925 by Yale law school graduate-turned printer, Andrew Jefferson Ely, the mill served as both mill and community advocate for local craftsmanship, a…

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6 Essential Hacks for Planning Your Mt. LeConte Hike

For those of you who have yet to cross this epic hike off your trail list, here are some simple hacks for maximizing your Mt. LeConte experience and even (possibly) scoring reservations at one of the most popular hike-in lodges in America. 1. Know Thy Trail While all roads may lead to one of the…

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Anakeesta’s Largest-Ever Expansion

Anakeesta’s NEW TreeVenture Opens above Gatlinburg Next Phases of Anakeesta’s largest-ever expansion include NEW Gatlinburg Observation Tower, Restaurant, Scenic Plaza, and Water Play Area (Gatlinburg, TN – June 11, 2020) – Anakeesta’s TreeVenture is the newest way to explore the Smoky Mountains in…

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Sightseeing the Smokies in the Spring

Sightseeing in the Smokies -- fun for the whole family! Never let it be said that visitors were at a loss for things to see in Gatlinburg. In fact, that could be the reason people come back year after year to our city; there's so much to see one visit is not enough. If you need a quick guide to some…

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A Couples Guide to Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains

Blog by: Kristi Parsons The charm and beauty of Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains is undeniable. Our little corner of Appalachia is a place where countless couples have found themselves in the middle of a Hallmark moment for the past century. At any given moment, you’ll find someone in town…

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Top Ways to Save Money on Your Next Trip to Gatlinburg

While experiencing all the wonderful things in Gatlinburg can be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, sometimes all those experiences can be hard on the purse strings. So whether you're traveling with a family, a large group or flying solo, here a few helpful ways to save money and plan your Gatlinburg…

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Go Shopping in Gatlinburg

What visit to Gatlinburg would be complete without a full day or even two, shopping the wondrous local artisan and stores in this area? From malls, galleries, arts and crafts to specialty stores, shopping in Gatlinburg is fun year-round. Here we will mention a few stops on the shopping scene…

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