by Gary Bailey | Nov 9, 2021 | Festivals, Holidays, Things to do
Gatlinburg’s annual Winter Magic starts this week. During Winter Magic, the whole town is covered in holiday lights. It is a truly spectacular display, and a must-see. The opening event is the 32nd Chili Cookoff presented by Bush’s Chili Beans. It takes...
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 | Nov 30, 2020 | Celebrities, Festivals, Holidays, Things to do
The Gatlinburg Christmas parade, the “Fantasy of Lights,” takes place in Gatlinburg, Tennessee on Friday, December 4th. This incredible event has been labeled one of the top 20 events in the Southeast and will be TV-broadcast in over 100 markets. Here is...
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...