gatlinburg

You never know what kinds of animals you will encounter in Gatlinburg, TN - it could be a bear, a deer, an elk, or maybe even a friendly little whistle pig.

The annual Gatlinburg Festival of Lights Christmas Parade would be an excellent highlight of a Smokies holiday getaway.

A bear walks into a restaurant. No, it's not the beginning of a tired joke. It happened in Gatlinburg, where I guess they've gotten REALLY used to bears.

When vacationing in Gatlinburg it is a must that you visit Ripley's Aquarium. Here are the Top 3 things our family enjoyed the most during our visit.

Gatlinburg is one of the top destinations in the United States to head on vacation. Angel's headed out on vacation and we need all your must-visit destinations.

The Island at Pigeon Forge, Tennessee features fountain shows that are intricately choreographed to music. Here's the show set to Michael Jackson's "Thriller."

I think I found out why Gatlinburg has so many pancake restaurants, but it's just a theory. I will say that one explanation makes perfect sense and I'm running with it.

With Lights Over Gatlinburg open through January 31st and, perhaps, a smaller crowd since we're just past the holidays, maybe a quick trip to the Smokies is in order.

Christmas lights "turn on" my holiday spirit. I'd imagine taking this tour of Gatlinburg and the Smokies might blow out a couple of bulbs.

If you're still shoring up your holiday travel plans, take a look at the Christmas events and attractions the Smoky Mountains have in store for you.

Lights Over Gatlinburg is set to begin in mid-November and will provide visitors with impeccable views of one of the nation's top tourist destinations.

Obviously, you don't mess with bears. But in Gatlinburg, steer clear of prank-loving raccoons, too. Don't tell ME they don't know what they're doing.