| You've had picnics in the park, bonfires at Uncle | | | | bowls. Every piece represents the culture and |
| Harry's place, and even spent one memorable | | | | history of the area, told through the hands of a |
| weekend camped out in the rain. But after a | | | | true artist. |
| dozen or more family gatherings, it's time to get | | | | Adventurous spirits of all ages will find plenty to |
| creative with a destination reunion - just the thing | | | | keep them occupied at Dollywood, the area's |
| to bring everyone close again. | | | | premier theme park. Rides and shows designed to |
| Something for Everyone in the Great Smoky | | | | entertain the entire family make Dollywood a |
| Mountains | | | | favorite place to bring the kids. You'll find thrilling |
| Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky | | | | roller coasters, non-stop wonder at Professor |
| Mountains is a family vacation spot perfect for | | | | Seymour Tricks Magic Show, and musical acts to |
| your next reunion. Hiking in the wild country for | | | | suit nearly every taste. When the sun climbs high, |
| dad, quaint shops and cafes for Mom, and wild | | | | Splash Mountain offers a cool respite from the |
| amusement park adventures for the kids will | | | | heat, so be sure to bring your suit. |
| mean everyone in the family gets the vacation | | | | Where to Stay While Visiting |
| they want. Best of all, the central location makes | | | | Enjoy a true Smoky Mountain vacation by |
| it a convenient meeting place for far-flung family | | | | choosing a private cabin or chalet perched on a |
| members. | | | | quiet hillside. Gentle mountain breezes will lull you |
| Since its dedication, the Great Smoky Mountains | | | | to sleep, and you'll wake to cheerful birdsong and |
| National Park has been a favorite destination for | | | | dappled sunlight streaming through the open |
| nature lovers. The park's 800 miles of hiking trails | | | | windows. After a long day spent shopping and |
| offer plenty of opportunity to breathe the cool | | | | sightseeing, you'll appreciate the opportunity for |
| mountain air and marvel at the variety of wildlife | | | | some quiet time playing games or toasting |
| native to the area. Sparkling streams full of leaping | | | | marshmallows over the fire. Cabins have up to 10 |
| trout cascade down green hills, and | | | | bedrooms and can accommodate up to 20 people |
| out-of-the-way meadows provide a place for | | | | comfortably, so you can have as many - or as |
| peaceful reflection. If you're very quiet - and lucky | | | | few - relatives around as you like. |
| - you might catch a glimpse of an elk, or even a | | | | Just because you're family doesn't mean you all |
| black bear. | | | | share the same tastes. That's what makes a |
| For those who prefer cute sandals and | | | | destination reunion such a fantastic choice. By |
| sunbonnets to hiking boots and baseball caps, | | | | choosing a location that offers a variety of |
| downtown Gatlinburg's boutique shops filled with | | | | entertainment options, you'll have a better |
| local arts and crafts are sure to satisfy. The | | | | turnout, and you'll create memories of a |
| Appalachian people are known for their artistic | | | | wonderful vacation with friends and loved ones |
| talents, and you'll find everything from colorful | | | | that will outshine even the happiest weekend |
| quilts to hand-carved cutlery to delicate pottery | | | | spent in a soggy tent. |
