by Gary Bailey | Jul 21, 2023 | Attractions, Hiking, History, smoky mountains, Things to do
Nestled within the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, surrounded by an unbroken symphony of lush greenery, lies a poignant testament to a bygone era – the Walker Sisters cabin. This rustic homestead bears witness to a remarkable chapter in Appalachian history,...
by Gary Bailey | Aug 31, 2021 | Attractions, History, Music, News
On August 19th, the Historic Gatlinburg had a rare honor bestowed upon it, which is its inclusion as a Tennessee Music Pathways destination. Tennessee Music Pathways is a set of destinations throughout the state that are recognized as playing significant roles in...
by Gary Bailey | May 18, 2021 | Attractions, Celebrities, Reviews, Things to do
We recently toured the Hollywood Star Cars Museum in Gatlinburg. It features an amazing array of cars and motorcycles. Displayed here is just a small sample of what you will see there. You will love this museum if you are either: A car person; or A fan of pop culture....
by Gary Bailey | Oct 21, 2020 | Attractions, Photos, Things to do
Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies is one of those places you have to visit when you come into Gatlinburg. It has been named “Best U.S. Aquarium” for a reason. Inside you will find over 100 THOUSAND sea creatures swimming in 1.4 million gallons of...
by Gary Bailey | Aug 19, 2020 | Attractions, Things to do
Ripley’s World of Illusions has been an entertainment staple on the main strip of Gatlinburg for years. Situated in the middle of town, on Parkway (a short walk from the Historic Gatlinburg Inn), the museum features a bunch of fascinating illusions that have you...
by Gary Bailey | Aug 5, 2020 | Attractions, Nature, smoky mountains, Things to do
Did you know that there is a trail (or series of trails, really) that you can hike that will actually take you from the mountains in Tennessee all the way to the ocean in North Carolina? It’s true! The Mountain-to-Sea Trail is a nearly 1,200 mile foot path that starts...