Gatlinburg is a FANTASTIC town to visit. It is the gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains. It is home to hundreds of world class craftsmen and artists. There are numerous attractions, such as the Gatlinburg SkyLift, that offer incredible views of the surrounding mountains. There are dozens of excellent eateries and hundreds of shops. It is a vacation destination for millions of people every year. If there is anything to gripe about…it’s the traffic. Gatlinburg is a small town, and during peak times of the year, it can be a slow and frustrating process to drive through town. But if you plan ahead ..read more

Miniature golf is a favorite activity for many who visit the Gatlinburg area. It’s a low stress, leisurely activity that is a great way to hang out with friends and family. There are a number of mini golf options in Gatlinburg. Today we discuss one of the best options in town – Treasure Quest Miniature Golf. The theme of Treasure Quest is an Indiana Jones-style adventure with exotic characters, strange creatures, and of course, an explorer pushing a giant boulder. The lighting in the venue does a great job of creating a mysterious atmosphere. Some of the holes also utilize black lights, which ..read more

If you are an arcade junkie, then you will love Red Rocket Retro Arcade. This is NOT one of those places where you spend your money trying to earn tickets to cash in for a Chinese trinket. This is gaming purely for the love of the games! Read on to learn more. Don’t let the name fool you. The front of the arcade is lined with pinball machines, so the place does draw you in with that old school vibe. But other than the retro vibe, all of the machines are modern and top notch. There are even a couple of virtual reality machines (which are way more expensive than the other games, by the way). It ..read more

If you are an arcade junkie, then you will love Red Rocket Retro Arcade. This is NOT one of those places where you spend your money trying to earn tickets to cash in for a Chinese trinket. This is gaming purely for the love of the games! Read on to learn more. Don’t let the name fool you. The front of the arcade is lined with pinball machines, so the place does draw you in with that old school vibe. But other than the retro vibe, all of the machines are modern and top notch. There are even a couple of virtual reality machines (which are way more expensive than the other games, by the way). It ..read more

Gatlinburg, Tennessee is a beautiful mountain village known for a few things…gorgeous mountain views…friendly people…bluegrass…shopping… …and barbecue! The editorial staff of Edgewater Hotel happen to be barbecue connoisseurs and have personally spent time at just about every barbecue joint in town. Here then is our guide to everything you need to know about Gatlinburg barbecue!     Bones BBQ Joint   Bones BBQ Joint claims to celebrate “authentic regional barbecue from the American South.” This is a cafeteria-style restaurant that serves perfectly-cooked, moist, tender bar ..read more

Don’t come to Gatlinburg without your appetite. This little mountain town is filled with eateries – from Mexican cuisine to Italian, American, breakfast and everything in between. Our editorial staff tries out every new restaurant that opens in town and has the beat on what the local food scene. If you’re looking for something unusual, then this article is for you. These are three of the most unusual items you will find on Gatlinburg menus – and they’re all delicious!   Log Toast Burger from Timbers Log Cabin Restaurant Timbers Log Cabin is an eccentric little restaurant tucked away in th ..read more

Every year in the late spring, a true marvel of nature occurs in the Great Smoky Mountains – Photinus carolinus – synchronous fireflies! This is one of very few species of fireflies in the world that synchronizes their flash patterns. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park hosts an annual viewing of these fireflies at the Elkmont Campground. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity that is HIGHLY recommended for nature lovers. The National Park Service describes the event as follows: Every year in late May to early June, thousands of visitors gather near the popular Elkmont Campground to observe t ..read more

Long before it became one of the most popular tourist destination in the United States, Gatlinburg, Tennessee, was a simple little mountain village named White Oaks Flats, so named because of the abundance of white oak trees in the region. White Oak Flats was founded by William Ogle, who arrived in the Smokies from South Carolina in 1802. Ogle was looking for brighter pastures for his wife, Martha Jane, and their seven children, and he thought he’d found them in East Tennessee. The natural splendor of the mountains drew William’s attention, and he invented the phrase “The Land of Paradise” to ..read more

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Planning a trip to Gatlinburg, TN, with your family? There is so much for you to see and do! Whether you want to see the incredible sights or visit an amusement park, you can do it all in Gatlinburg. Each year, families come here to experience the best family activities in Gatlinburg and make memories that will last a lifetime! Everyone from the kids to the grandparents will love exploring the different attractions. If you’re looking for help deciding what to do on your family vacation, look no further than our free Vacation Guide! Inside you’ll find details on all the best local eateries ..read more