The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the country. With more than 14.1 million visitors in 2021 alone, its unsurpassed natural beauty continues to draw in larger and larger crowds of tourists. But with these record-breaking crowds comes the potential for damage and destruction to the ecosystem. Case in
Travel has returned in full force, and as more people are exploring our wonderful world, they are also wanting to travel in a thoughtful and sustainable way. Some of the most striking images from the pandemic were photos that showed how, after only a couple of months, our natural world began to restore itself. When
Known for its friendly small-town hospitality and unrivaled location, Maggie Valley, North Carolina is an ideal place to enjoy the beauty of the Smoky Mountains. With laid-back style and fascinating Appalachian heritage, this charming town is filled with vintage motels, cultural festivals, car and motorcycle rallies, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Get ready for
Turn this Father’s Day into a trip your dad will always remember with an incredible Smoky Mountain adventure. Enjoy quiet moments of relaxation while fly fishing, bond over a daring zipline excursion, toast to a great life with some mountain moonshine, or just soak up the fresh air in the great outdoors. It’s really
Mother’s Day is the perfect excuse to take your mom on a special getaway that will let her know how much you appreciate her. And celebrating in one of the charming towns around the Smoky Mountains is a great way to connect to nature and each other. Whether it’s a long-awaited girls’ trip, a
Why meet up in another generic hotel when you can have a corporate retreat in the spectacular Smoky Mountains? Get out of the office, enjoy nature, and reconnect as a team to the backdrop of some of the most beautiful scenery in the country. Whether you need a small meeting space or a larger
Celebrate the traditions of the Smokies with an exciting lineup of unique events at the Meadowlark Smoky Mountain Heritage Center in Maggie Valley, North Carolina! The Smoky Mountains are steeped in a powerful legacy of history, music, and Appalachian folkways, and the Meadowlark Smoky Mountain Heritage Center (MSMHC) is committed to honor and preserve that
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and it’s not too late to plan a romantic getaway in the Smoky Mountains. Take advantage of the magic that happens here in the winter when the snow falls and infuses everything with a glow-y sort of feeling. Here are 5 reasons why you and your sweetheart will
When the calendar flips to February, there’s romance in the air all across the Smoky Mountains. Celebrate your love in Gatlinburg with an abundance of attractions and vast natural beauty right at your doorstep. Book a Romantic Getaway Snuggle up in a cozy cabin and sip hot cocoa or wine in the glow of
Discover the perfect cabin fever cure with a winter vacation in the Smoky Mountains. One deep breath of crisp mountain air, and those cold weather blues will begin to fade. Wintertime in the Smokies is a unique escape. Snowfall high in the mountains and milder climates in the valleys and foothills deliver a wide variety
