MAKE MEMORIES AT SMOKY MOUNTAIN LODGING CHALET AND CABIN RENTALS

If you are looking for a cabin in the Great Smoky Mountain cities of Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Sevierville or Townsend, Tennessee, then check out Smoky Mountain Lodging Chalet and Cabin Rentals. Smoky Mountain Lodging not only offers cabins throughout the Smokies but also a wide range of cabin options from cozy, honeymoon cabins to large, luxurious cabins for families and groups.

So let's start small and intimate and think about a romantic get-a-way, anniversary or the perfect honeymoon cabin. Ask for a cabin or chalet in the mountains in a private location, hot tub on the deck and a beautiful view away from all of the activities of the area. Include a heart-shaped Jacuzzi Tub, flower delivery, a massage or a full course meal delivered to your door. 

This is romance to the max!

For families or groups you can get cabins with hot tubs, Jacuzzi Tubs, Pool Tables, fireplaces and of course, fully equipped kitchens. The kitchen is a great place to get together to relive old memories and create new ones, preparing family meals to be enjoyed around a table filled with loved ones. And if you have  your family with you in the Smokies you will want to take advantage of the things to do, from hiking the in the Great Smoky Mountains, playing in all of the attractions, shopping in the unique shops and outlet centers and visiting the aquarium, museums and indoor attractions. Smoky Mountain Lodging can assist you with discounted tickets to area attractions and exclusive offers to Dixie Stampede and Dollywood.


Smoky Mountain Lodging Chalet and Cabin Rentals offers several packages and specials throughout the year and will help you find the perfect cabin or chalet for your family or group. You can also get assistance for area information and coupons for attractions, shopping, restaurants and more, from the Best Read Guide website at http://www.bestreadguidesmokymountains.com/. Create your Smoky Mountain memories with Smoky Mountain Lodging Chalet and Cabin Rentals!

STAY AND PLAY IN THE SMOKIES DURING WINTERFEST

Smoky Mountain Winterfest is a great time to visit and stay in the Smoky Mountain cities of Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Sevierville, Tennessee. Winterfest officially begins the first week of November when all three cities have kick-off events and throw the switches to light-up their Winterfest displays. The displays stay up until the end of February and each city has events for all to enjoy during Winterfest. Here is a city-by-city listing of the events.

From November through December, Sevierville offers up Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland at Smokies Stadium, a delightful drive-through of lights, displays and music. On November 11 the Cherry Pit is offering a one-day class on making Holiday Tree Wall Toppers and from November 11-14th they offer a Christmas School; Sevier County High School is sponsoring a Turkey Chase on Thanksgiving and December 3rd is the 54th Annual Sevierville Christmas Parade. The Santa Hustle and 5K Marathon is at Wilderness on December 11th, and Flapjacks offers Breakfast with Santa on the 13th.

Gatlinburg offers a Trolley Ride of Lights in November through January, and the Festival of Trees and the Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Thanksgiving Show from November 22nd to the 27th. Meet characters and storytellers during the Winter Tunes & Tales event from November 27th through December 17th on the streets of Gatlinburg. Their 41st Annual Fantasy of Lights Parade happens downtown on December 2nd, and a second Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Show happens November 28th through December 4th. Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre, the longest running theater in the Smokies, presents the holiday themed show "Mistletoe & Malarkey" from Thanksgiving through the end of the year. And Gatlinburg welcomes in the New Year with the New Year's Eve Ball Drop and Fireworks on December 31st. On January 29th-31st, Ober Gatlinburg hosts the Tennessee Winter Special Olympics.

Pigeon Forge decorates the length of the Parkway with lighted holiday displays and they offer a Winterfest Lights Driving Tour on their Trolley System. Many of the live theaters present Christmas shows from November through December. These include "The Hatfield & McCoy Christmas Disaster Dinner Show", "Christmas at the Smoky Mountain Opry", "A Comedy Barn Christmas", Smith Morning Christmas Show, Country Tonite's joyous celebration of Christmas, "'Tis the Season" and Soul of Motown Christmas at the Grand Majestic Theater, Christmas favorites at the Frankie Valli Show and The Magic of Steven Best & Cassandra Christmas Spectacular, both at the Starlite Theater and "The Christmas Story" at Biblical Times.

So you see there is plenty to see and do in the Smokies during Winterfest. Check out accommodations at http://smokymountainslodgingguide.com/, and find out more details about things to do, things to see, places to shop, eat and play at http://www.bestreadguidesmokymountains.com/.
Print out the coupons or download the BRG APP for even more deals and savings. Happy Holidays and a very Merry Christmas from everyone at the Best Read Guide magazine!

CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS IN THE SMOKIES WITH WINTERFEST!

Every November the Great Smoky Mountains is lit-up with spectacular displays to celebrate the fun of the holidays in the multi-month event called Winterfest. This event features millions of brightly colored lights and lighted displays and family events throughout the cities of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville.

The lighted displays begin at Exit 407 and if  you follow these displays down Highway 66 into Sevierville, along the Parkway through Pigeon Forge and into the city of Gatlinburg, you will experience 15 million brightly colored lights on businesses, light poles and lighted displays created and exhibited for your pleasure. At the Sevierville Welcome Center you can buy a pair of 3D glasses to enhance the look of the holiday lights. Also at Exit 407 is the Shadrack's Christmas Wonderland at Smokies Stadium, a 1.5 mile drive through an LED experience.

Gatlinburg kicks off the Winterfest season with their 41st Fantasy of Lights Parade, and the next day you can watch the 54th annual Sevierville Christmas Parade. The Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge Trolleys offer Winterfest Trolley light tours, and maps are available if you prefer to drive yourself.
Other events include the Festival of Trees, Arts & Craft Shows, Smoky Mountain Tunes and Tales a New Year's Eve Ball drop, all in Gatlinburg.


The Smoky Mountain area is not only lit-up with beautiful lights and displays for the holiday and winter season, but the area is alive with the spirit of Christmas. Most of the theaters offer Christmas shows, Dollywood is lit-up with Christmas lights and shows, the Titanic offers fireworks on Thanksgiving and seasonal food and specials abound in the area restaurants and shops. Come to the mountains and enjoy the holiday spirit with your friends and family. For more information on Smoky Mountain events, attractions, shows, dining, shopping and fun, go to http://bestreadguidesmokymountains.com/, and be sure and copy or download the coupons for extra savings!

FALL IS A SPECIAL TIME FOR FOOD AND FUN AT THE OLD MILL IN PIGEON FORGE, TN

The Old Mill Restaurant and General Store is a special place to visit, eat and shop any time of year, bu the fall and Christmas seasons are especially  suited to a a visit to the Old Mill and Old Mill Square.
For both seasons the Old Mill area is decorated with the the colors and decor of the season, so to be walking around with leaves falling or snow falling, you can feel that you are in a special place.


First, let's focus on the Fall Food.

Moonshine Cake

Sweet Potato Pecan Bread

For me, Fall Food is turkey and dressing with cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie with whipped cream, baked apples and anything sweet, gooey and sinfully delicious. And guess what, The Old Mill Restaurant features these items plus their signature Corn Chowder, biscuits with sweet, rich apple butter and their famous Pecan Pie! And if you want these items and more, simply walk next door to the General Store and pick up the mix-ins to make them yourself, plus the sauces, butters, jellies, jams, honeys to slather on all of the stone-ground grain mixes that you can whip-up in your own kitchen.

Jam Jars

Fruit Slices

Once your breakfast, lunch or dinner cravings are fulfilled, saunter over to the shops in Old Mill Square. You can find dishes for baking those delicious apples, great dinnerware and serving dishes that are hand-made at Old Mill Pigeon River Pottery. If you need other kitchen accessories, or snack and dip mixes, visit the Old Mill Farmhouse Kitchen. Sassafras has unique fashion and jewelry and if you are still needing to satisfy that sweet tooth, get ice cream at the Old Mill Creamery or old-fashioned, homemade sweet treats at the Old Mill Candy Kitchen.

Visit Pigeon Forge in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, and enjoy the change of seasons and all of the delightful treats that go along with changing weather and special holiday times. Prepare for your trip and the changing seasons by visiting the Best Read Guide website to get coupon savings and information on Dining, Shopping, Attractions, Accommodations, Live Theater and more at http://bestreadguidesmokymountains.com/.

ENJOY LEAF PEEPER SEASON OR ANYTIME IN A PARKSIDE CABIN RENTAL IN THE SMOKIES

Anytime is a great time to visit the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, but when the leaves change color in the fall it is a spectacular time to book a Parkside Cabin or Chalet Rental. Parkside Rentals are ideally located in Gatlinburg near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and in Pigeon Forge close to great dining, shopping and live theaters. And in most cases you will be surrounded by the beauty and grandeur of the Smoky Mountains.



The cabins at Parkside offer a level of quality and amenities that you won't always find in a hotel or motel. Private hot tubs, pool and game tables, log fireplaces, outdoor fireplaces and grills, and mountain streams. All of the cabins are owned by longtime Gatlinburg families who take pride in their cabins and strive to ensure a great mountain experience for their guests.


Parkside Cabins range from luxury cabins to the affordable, and from large, family-friendly cabins to cozy, honeymoon or weekend get-a-way accommodations. Guest reviews rave about the views from the decks, comfortable beds, large bathrooms and a great experience with the staff of Parkside. Small details like providing water, coffee and cookies to guests and a parking pass for a downtown Gatlinburg parking garage. Parkside offers specials in the summer and winter for longer stays and discounts for members of AAA, AARP and the Military.


See more information, photos, a Google map, a video and a coupon offer for Parkside Cabin Rentals at http://smokymountainslodgingguide.com/cabin%20rentals/Gatlinburg/20485, and get area information and coupons at http://bestreadguidesmokymountains.com/.

ALCATRAZ EAST, PIGEON FORGE'S NEWEST ATTRACTION OPENING SOON!

Welcome to the Big House!

Summer 2016

Alcatraz East, the Intriguing and Engaging crime museum is slated to be open soon in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, and will be located on the Parkway at the entrance to The Island. Guests to Alcatraz East will encounter a unique journey into the history of American crime, crime solving and the U.S. justice system. This will be an entertaining and educational experience for all ages and said to be so much fun that it's a crime!

Summer 2016

Alcatraz East will be the most arresting crime museum in the United States. Through interactive exhibits and original artifacts, Alcatraz East will be an entertaining and educational experience for all ages. “This is going to be the place for the public to learn about crime history, law enforcement, and all things related,” states Janine Vaccarello, chief operating officer for Alcatraz East. The museum will feature a CSI lab, a simulated shooting range, safe cracking, digital fingerprinting and DUI interactive safety training. Artifacts in the collection - many of which came from the Crime Museum previously located in Washington, D.C. - include John Dillinger's death mask, Al Capone's rosary, the Bronco from the OJ chase, an FBI polygraph machine, Al Pacino's sub-machine gun from the movie Scarface and a Bonnie & Clyde collection.

The Guard Turret

The museum is designed on the outside as a 19th century prison but inside there will be 20 different exhibits spread over two floors and 24,000 square feet of exhibit space. The exhibits are categorized into five themes for guests to explore:  The History of American Crime; Consequences of Crime; Crime Scene Investigation; Crime fighting and Pop Culture.

Susan E. Frese, Corporate Sales & Marketing Director, says, "Alcatraz East is so excited to be opening in Pigeon Forge. The city is a premier destination for tourism, and our massive collection of artifacts couldn’t have found a better home. The museum was designed for both learning and entertainment. It really is fun for the whole family. You will be amazed how not only you will love the museum, but just how engaged your children will be! It is sure to be the family favorite!"

October 2016

For more information on Alcatraz East go to www.alcatrazeast.com. For information on Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains of east Tennessee, and coupons for attractions, theaters, shopping and dining, go to http://bestreadguidesmokymountains.com/.

GATLINBURG'S FAIRFIELD INN OFFERS OUTSTANDING SERVICE AND CONVENIENCE

Gatlinburg, TN

The Fairfield Inn & Suites in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, promises outstanding service to make all of your travels easy and comfortable. Guests rate the hotel a 4.5 out of 5 stars and 94% of them would recommend the hotel to someone else. The Inn is located on the north Parkway entrance to Gatlinburg with Ripley's Davy Crockett Mini-golf located next to the property, the Spur to Pigeon Forge right in front of the hotel and the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park just a few miles away. The Tram to Ober Gatlinburg is just up the Parkway and Trolley service will take you almost anywhere in the city.

Amenities are in abundance with indoor and outdoor pools, a complimentary hot breakfast, free Hi-Speed Internet, free parking and a fitness center. The outdoor pool has a Water slide and a Rain Tree and the indoor pool has a hot tub. Room options include a King Balcony room, King Whirlpool, King Sofa bed, 2 Queen beds or a Queen bed with a balcony. The meeting room is a great place for business seminars, family get-togethers, reunions and wedding receptions and dinners.

Staying at the Fairfield Inn & Suites in Gatlinburg gives you all of the amenities of a resort hotel, plus the convenience of being able to drive to Pigeon Forge, get to downtown Gatlinburg, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park or the Arts and Crafts Community in a short drive or Trolley ride.

Please visit the hotel at http://smokymountainslodgingguide.com/hotels/Gatlinburg/18920, and get coupons and more information on live shows and events, restaurants, shopping and more things to do.