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Experience the Magic of the 7th Annual Great Smoky Mountains Hot Air Balloon Festival There’s something truly magical about watching a kaleidoscope of hot air balloons drifting across the backdrop of the Smoky Mountains. As someone who’s spent years exploring and writing about the wonders of East Tennessee, I can tell you that the annual […]

Newfound Gap Road Rehabilitation Project Begins in Great Smoky Mountains National Park There’s something magical about driving through the winding roads of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, especially along the iconic Newfound Gap Road. As someone who’s spent years exploring these misty mountains, I’ve traveled this stretch countless times. Now, I’m excited to share

Cades Cove Named One of USA TODAY’s Most Treasured Views in America: A Smoky Mountain Treasure As someone who’s spent years exploring the mist-shrouded valleys and ridges of the Great Smoky Mountains, I’ve always had a soft spot for Cades Cove. There’s something magical about those morning hours when the fog still clings to the

Great Smoky Mountains National Park: A Tale of Two Fortunes in 2024 As someone who’s spent years exploring every nook and cranny of the misty ridges that give the Smokies their name, I’ve witnessed many seasons come and go in this beloved national treasure. But 2024 brought a particularly interesting chapter to America’s most popular

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park: East Tennessee’s Tourism Jewel There’s something magical about driving toward the Smokies, watching those blue-tinged mountains rise on the horizon like gentle giants waiting to welcome you home. As an East Tennessee native who’s hiked hundreds of miles through these ancient hills, I’ve watched the Great Smoky Mountains National

Resmondo Clinches Third Straight Smoky Mountain Classic Championship in Thrilling Fashion There’s something magical about summer in East Tennessee. The misty peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains create a perfect backdrop for outdoor adventures and sporting events that bring communities together. This past weekend, I had the pleasure of witnessing one of the region’s most

Major Road Construction Begins in Smoky Mountains: What Locals and Visitors Need to Know As someone who’s been exploring and writing about the Smoky Mountains for years, I’ve seen my fair share of infrastructure projects come and go. But the recently announced road construction project has caught my attention – and not just because of

Experience Smoky Mountain Artistry: Front Street Arts & Crafts Show Returns to Dillsboro There’s something magical about the blend of mountain air and artistic expression that makes the Smoky Mountains a haven for creativity. As someone who’s spent years exploring these misty peaks and charming towns, I’m thrilled to share news about one of the

Upcoming Road Construction in Great Smoky Mountains National Park: What Visitors Need to Know The Great Smoky Mountains hold a special place in my heart. After years of exploring these misty peaks and writing about their wonders, I’ve come to anticipate the rhythm of the park’s maintenance schedule. Just like clockwork, summer brings not only

State Symbols of the Smokies: Where Tennessee and North Carolina’s Natural Heritage Meets There’s something magical about the Great Smoky Mountains that captures your heart the moment those blue-hazed ridges come into view. As someone who’s spent years writing about these ancient mountains, I can tell you they’re not just a beautiful backdrop—they’re a living