Tag Archives: Great Smoky Mountains
Expert advice: See a bear, make some noise
GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK — Bill Stiver, a wildlife biologist at Great Smoky Mountains National Park, wants me to do something that goes against every outdoor-loving fiber of my body. If I’m lucky enough to see a black bear, the … Continue reading
NPS Rangers Share Parks’ Secrets
CNN.com is running a summer series featuring recommendations from National Park Service rangers about the parks they serve, which is a very cool idea. Here’s a link to an installment about my favorite, Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee … Continue reading
Nostalgia At Its Best – Trailerama!
So many of us, have had great memories which formed as a result of a travel trailer vacation. I know I spent most of my childhood summers in our home away from home on wheels. Seeing different places and meeting … Continue reading
ZORBing IS Safe!
In light of the recent tragedy in Russia, involving a Zorb-type globe, I felt I needed to post something for our listeners/readers to reassure them that ZORBing is indeed safe. The ski resort in Russia is not in any way … Continue reading
2012 Was Very, Very Good to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Visitation to Great Smoky Mountains National Park rose to 9,685,828 in 2012. That’s a 7.5 percent jump, making 2012 the biggest year since the 10.1 million visitors in 2000, which remains the record. Park management credited mild weather last winter … Continue reading
Head South for Holiday Lights, Travel Writers Say
Half of the 10 destinations the Society of American Travel Writers recommends for holiday lights are in the Southeast. SATW members compiled a list of 10 destinations with light-up-the-night displays that might be lesser known than destinations such as Times … Continue reading
Discount Code for Cabin Rentals in Tennessee!
Looking for a vacation in the gorgeous Great Smoky Mountains? Need to save a little bit of cash to have that vacation? Then call up Cabin Fever Vacations and mention the discount code *TWC* for a 10% discount on your … Continue reading
Zorb Smoky Mountains – Pigeon Forge, TN
Ever want to feel like a hamster in a ball, without having to do all the work? Then Zorb is definitely for you! Brought to North America from New Zealand, Zorb is a fun and exciting way to spend an … Continue reading
Old Mill Square – Pigeon Forge, TN
One of my favourite places to visit while in Pigeon Forge is the Old Mill Square. This place is right up my alley…with quaint shops, interesting history and beautiful views. I love the shops and restaurants. We were treated to … Continue reading
Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show – Pigeon Forge, TN
Are you in the mood for some great food and a fun show, filled with laughter and song? Then the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show is exactly what you need! When you’re visiting Pigeon Forge, you must take in one … Continue reading
