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Top 5 Places You Should Visit at the Village Shops in Gatlinburg

Top 5 Places You Should Visit at the Village Shops in Gatlinburg

March 15, 2024

The Village in Gatlinburg is a popular shopping area that makes you feel like you’ve stepped back in time into a quaint little town in Europe. The shops are close together, surrounded by a beautiful fountain and benches …

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4 Fun Things You Have to Experience at the Gatlinburg SkyPark

4 Fun Things You Have to Experience at the Gatlinburg SkyPark

March 12, 2024

To experience the beauty of the Smoky Mountains and do something fun, visit the Gatlinburg SkyPark! This popular destination has been offering phenomenal views of the Smokies for years and is now even better with some ne…

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Top 4 Things to Know About Enchanted Christmas at Anakeesta

Top 4 Things to Know About Enchanted Christmas at Anakeesta

November 18, 2023

While some people might consider the winter months as the “off-season” in Gatlinburg, this is actually one of the best times to visit the Smokies! You will not only find less crowds in Great Smoky Mountains National Park…

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3 Great Indoor Things to Do in Gatlinburg

3 Great Indoor Things to Do in Gatlinburg

November 9, 2023

During your stay with us, you must experience the beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains and enjoy the fresh air. On the other hand, the city has many fun indoor activities; some of them are a short distance from our downto…

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Top 4 Fun Things to Do in the Winter While Staying at Our Hotel in Gatlinburg TN

Top 4 Fun Things to Do in the Winter While Staying at Our Hotel in Gatlinburg TN

November 1, 2023

When you want to escape the winter blues, plan a getaway to the Sidney James Mountain Lodge! Our affordable Gatlinburg hotel has comfortable accommodations, wonderful amenities and plenty of nearby attractions to keep yo…

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4 of the Best Things to Do in Gatlinburg in the Fall

4 of the Best Things to Do in Gatlinburg in the Fall

August 11, 2023

Fall time is the best time, especially in Gatlinburg. With the beautiful fall colors covering the mountains and the exciting seasonal festivities, it’s no wonder people flock to the area during this time of year. There a…

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Everything You Need to Know about Riding the Gatlinburg Trolley

Everything You Need to Know about Riding the Gatlinburg Trolley

July 20, 2023

When staying at Sidney James Mountain Lodge, one of the great benefits is the Gatlinburg Trolley stop right outside our front door! This means that our hotel guests can simply leave their car in our lot and ride around t…

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3 Things You’ll Love About Winterfest in Gatlinburg

3 Things You’ll Love About Winterfest in Gatlinburg

November 4, 2022

The temperature is dropping which means it is time for some fun activities in Gatlinburg! Winterfest runs from mid-November through mid-February each year, and it is a fun event with a variety of activities for all ages.…

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The 4 Best Places to Buy a Wood Carving in Gatlinburg TN

The 4 Best Places to Buy a Wood Carving in Gatlinburg TN

August 23, 2022

The Smokies are filled with one-of-a-kind stores! Many of the stores are small businesses and have talented artists selling their work including unique wood carvings. Wood carvings are wonderful decorations to place arou…

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