Astra Lumina Turns a Walk Through the Smokies Into Another World

I know you don't have to be coaxed into enjoying a getaway in the Smoky Mountains at any time of the year, but during the summer, you certainly don't need a nudge. The Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge area never sleeps, but this is their big money-making season, and there's plenty to see. Maybe you should spend a month there.

Astra Lumina

One attraction that's just as impressive in July as it is in December is Astra Lumina, an extraordinary display of lights unlike anything you've ever seen...unless you've been to another Astra Lumina attraction. You can also find them in Los Angeles, Seattle, and New York City.

It never occurred to me, but it really does put me in the mind of Avatar.

How to See Astra Lumina

If you're not familiar, Astra Lumina is an add-on experience with your visit to Anakeesta, one of Tennessee's most popular theme parks.

But back to the Lumina Night Walks. Their creator, Moment Factory, sums it up for us:

In addition to the four here in the United States, there are nine in Canada, two in France, and five in Asia.

But you don't have to go NEARLY that far to enjoy, well, an out-of-this-world experience--that's what it would feel like. You just need to head to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and I doubt anyone needs to twist your arm to do that.