18 Signs Smoky Mountains Winter Weather is Right Around the Corner
Even though the fall leaf season isn’t over just yet, there’s many early signs that winter may be on the way. The fall leaves have hit their peak in many areas of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the weather is quickly beginning to cool down.
7 Things Not To Do On Your Smoky Mountain Vacation
At this point you already know that taking a Smoky Mountain vacation can help you live longer, however there are still a few things you will want to avoid while you are here. To help our visitors get the most out of their Smoky Mountain vacations, we at Visit My Smokies have put together a list of the top 7 things you should avoid while visiting the area.
Is Your Cell Phone Ruining Your Smoky Mountain Vacation?
Did you know that nearly 90% of Americans have a cell phone? That is over 282.5 million people! If these people are anything like us, they are attached to their cell phones. We are constantly texting, Tweeting, checking in, liking, emailing, and everything else you can imagine that you can do on a cell phone. It is almost as if our entire world lives in this small hand-held device. However, what is all this connectivity doing to our Smoky Mountain vacation experience?
How Can Taking A Vacation in the Smokies Help You Live Longer?
Many families that vacation in the Smokies do so year after year. Little do these families know, however, that their annual vacation is actually helping them live longer. To find out how this is possible, keep on reading!
Determine Your Smoky Mountain Lodging Personality
Wouldn’t planning a Smoky Mountain vacation be a whole lot easier if you had a better idea of which lodging option suited you best? Take this quick quiz to find the perfect vacation rental to fit your personality, so you can have the best stay possible.
How to Pick the Perfect Vacation Rental
Vacation planning can be quite stressful. From trying to plan out the perfect activities to finding the best place to stay, there are so many little details that it is easy for families and vacationers to feel lost in the planning process. However, it doesn’t have to be that way.
5 Ways To Save Money On Your Next Smoky Mountain Vacation
Vacations are fun, but they can also be really expensive. Cut costs on your family or group’s next Smoky Mountain vacation by following a few of these simple tips.
3 Ways to Save Money on Parking in Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge
When you visit the Smoky Mountains, the last thing you should be worrying about is racking up hundreds of dollars worth of parking fees. Fortunately, you won’t have to worry about having all of those parking costs when you use our strategies for saving money on parking in Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg:
Plan A Stress-Free Smoky Mountain Vacation in 3 Easy Steps
No one likes the feeling of being stressed out, especially when you are planning or taking a vacation. To help ensure that visitors to the area enjoy a relaxing Smoky Mountain vacation, we at Visit My Smokies have put together a list of the top three ways vacationers can guarantee a stress-free vacation.
Top 3 Reasons To Vacation in the Smoky Mountains
The Smoky Mountains are by far one of the most exciting places for families and groups to spend time together. To help families see why over 9 million visitors choose the Smoky Mountains each year, we at Visit My Smokies have put together a list of the top three reasons your family should pick the Smoky Mountains for your next vacation destination, and if you think there is a reason we missed be sure to let us know in the comments below!
Top 3 Things to do in the Smoky Mountains in January
Happy New Year! Are you and your family ready to start planning your first Smoky Mountain vacation of the year? Visit My Smokies has compiled a list of the top three things to do in the Smoky Mountains in January to help make sure your first family vacation of the new year is as memorable as possible.
The Truth About Newfound Gap Road and Driving Through the Smoky Mountains
Everyone who visits the Smoky Mountains knows of the 33-mile long Newfound Gap Road. This roadway, more specifically known as U.S. 441, is the main route through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park to connect Gatlinburg, TN to Cherokee, NC. We've got the details about Newfound Gap Road and driving through the Smokies this winter:
3 Things You Won’t Want to Forget for Your Winter Smoky Mountain Vacation
Are you planning a Smoky Mountain vacation this winter? When you visit the mountains during this season, you’ll want to make sure you have a few specific things packed for your trip. To help you get ready for your winter vacation, we have made a list of things you won’t want to forget to pack:
How Did ‘The Spur’ Get Its Name?
We’ve all driven on it. You would know what it is as soon as you saw it. Commonly referred to by locals and visitors alike, The Spur is the road that connects travelers from Pigeon Forge to Gatlinburg, and vice versa. It is the road that cuts through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and is lined with vibrant trees and a beautiful mountain stream. But the question remains, how did this popular roadway earn it’s name?
What Do an Onion and the Great Smoky Mountains Have in Common?
Have you ever been told to “dress like an onion” when you go hiking in colder weather?