| National Park enthusiasts know it, country music | | | | Come see about Dolly to truly appreciate Pigeon |
| fans love it, and adventurous vacationers should | | | | Forge. |
| make an effort to visit at some point or another. | | | | Keep the fun going by visiting the other theme |
| Eastern Tennessee, namely the town of Pigeon | | | | parks, playing mini-golf, racing go-karts, taking a |
| Forge, is a fun-filled and family-friendly place to | | | | helicopter ride, or stopping by the Elvis museum. |
| relocate for a few days. Between the natural | | | | About 40 distinct attractions will compete for |
| beauty of the wilderness and the lively | | | | your attention, so take a family vote and save |
| music-themed activities, there's enough to see | | | | time to visit the top choices. Shopping will also |
| and do for everyone in your group to have a ball | | | | tempt you, as an array of outlet stores, antique |
| for the duration of your hard-earned trip. | | | | shops and one-of-a-kind boutiques are on display. |
| Starting with the park of all parks, which contains | | | | Practice restraint or go all out, it's safe to say |
| the bulk of the Great Smoky Mountains along | | | | you'll head home with something you've picked up |
| with all their mystique and allure, you'll be surprised | | | | along the way. |
| by the feeling of release that comes over you as | | | | Pigeon Forge will certainly keep you well fed. From |
| soon as you've set foot in this wonderland of | | | | Southern favorites to recognizable chains, the |
| scenic loveliness and bustling wildlife. The Smokies | | | | restaurants are varied and eager to serve up a |
| welcome travelers with open arms, offering | | | | hearty meal to you and your hungriest traveling |
| opportunities for diversions of all kinds. | | | | companions. Be it a quick BBQ sandwich or a full |
| Weekenders and seasoned outdoors people will | | | | plate with a side of cornbread, go ahead and |
| both have their urges sated, just wait. | | | | indulge in what you've been craving. Diets don't |
| Fly fishing, white water rafting, and hiking on a | | | | really work very well on vacation, so quit counting |
| choice few of the 800 or so miles of hiking trails | | | | calories for once and just enjoy yourself. |
| will cause you to forget all about your piles of | | | | Dinner theatre, magic shows and comedy acts will |
| paperwork and your daily commute. Tying up | | | | fill your nights and entertain you with the energy |
| your boots and hitting the trail will do wonders for | | | | shown by any other popular vacation spot in the |
| your soul's comfort and will allow you to spend | | | | country. Depending on when you arrive, you may |
| quality time with the people you love in one of | | | | be privy to a special event as well. The Smoky |
| the country's most treasured National Parks. Each | | | | Mountains Storytelling Festival is an intriguing |
| year, more visitors hit this one than any other, a | | | | tradition, as is Wilderness Wildlife Week. Some |
| fact you'll soon come to fully understand. | | | | people may be inclined to yawn at the thought of |
| If you feel the need to rejoin humanity after this | | | | visiting Tennessee, but after getting to know |
| immersion into nature, plenty of places will be | | | | Pigeon Forge, you'll be able to set them straight. |
| calling your name. Speaking of names, the most | | | | Make the trip a little more special by opting to |
| well-known around here is Dolly Parton. Don't | | | | choose a Pigeon Forge Vacation Rental as the |
| leave without joining your fellow man in | | | | place you unpack your bags. These log cabins and |
| worshipping her image (or at least having a good | | | | charming cottages tucked away into the woods |
| time) at Dollywood. This theme park is | | | | are a dream come true for tired travelers, and |
| multi-dimensional; not only are there dozens of | | | | are practically guaranteed to remove stress and |
| rides to make you laugh and scream, there are | | | | strain from the equation. Ample amenities from |
| also constant musical offerings and frequent | | | | the kitchen to the patio will make the deal even |
| festivals. Bluegrass, gospel, country and mountain | | | | sweeter, so entertain this option as you start to |
| music will all delight your ears and complete the | | | | plan your trip. |
| atmosphere of this culturally unique place to be. | | | | |
