New Attraction Tomb coming to Pigeon Forge at Walden’s Landing

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“It’s called Tomb, an interactive attraction that resembles a pyramid. And it’s coming to Pigeon Forge, home of some of the most interesting and creative attractions this side of Orlando. A pyramid constructed of plastic foam and stucco is being …

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Ten Thousand Villages Shop in Pigeon Forge, a must when visiting the area.

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My wife and I recently stopped in to the Ten Thousands Villages store in Pigeon Forge in the Belz Outlet mall on Teaster lane. All I can say is WOW! What an amazing place that is a Free Trade Retailer. …

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Gatlinburg Earth Hour Celebration March 26th, 2011

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Information from http://www.eventsgatlinburg.com Join Nantahala Center’s Great Outpost and the City of Gatlinburg as they turn off the lights to celebrate Earth Hour, the world’s largest public environmental action. Family activities will take place in the Great Outpost parking lot …

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Running in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg Tennessee

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Looking for some unique and wonderful  places to run when visiting Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and the Great Smoky Mountains aside from right down the main parkway(which can be an enjoyable run with plenty to look at)?  There are many …

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Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge Pet Friendly Smoky Mountain Getaways

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Visitors to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge want to bring the entire family on vacation, including their trusted companions, to enjoy the Great Smoky Mountains.  Staying in a vacation rental is the perfect way to insure the entire family has a …

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Guide to a Perfect Long Weekend in the Smokies

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Going on vacation and escaping the stress of life is a great way to stay charged up and maintain mental health.  Planning that trip to be in the Smoky Mountains is just smart!  There are relaxing ways to enjoy the …

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Guide to Camping in Smoky Mountains

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Connecting with the great outdoors via a camping trip is a great way to share priceless memories with your children or a love interest.  By using the Great Smoky Mountains as your backdrop , you will have a serene trip …

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9 Fun Things to Do in Gatlinburg in Fall

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1. Viewing The Beautiful Fall Foliage Enjoy the beauty of Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains in the Fall. Fall foliage viewing begins around the beginning of October and continues through the second week in November and beyond. You can enjoy the …

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4 Poisonous Plants to Watch Out For In the Smokies

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Hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains is a glorious outdoor experience. Beauty resides everywhere you look and with a plethora of species, it is a plant enthusiast’s heaven. However, some plants although beautiful, can also be dangerous. Poison Ivy, Nettles, …

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Guide to RV-ing in the Smoky Mountains

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Majestic mountains, bubbling streams, fields of lush green grass, scurrying wild life, balmy breezes, and the wide open road make taking an RV road trip through the Smoky Mountains a very appealing prospect!  Yes, we do rent cabins in Gatlinburg …

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