Whether it's a trip to the city or into the wilderness you don't have to travel far from Knoxville to find it! Come explore the region (and beyond) with me, because no matter what day it is, it's always "trip time."
When it comes to finding things to do in Clinton you’ll find a treasure chest full of ideas. From groundbreaking historic events to a wide array of festivals throughout the year, here are a look at ten things to do while you’re here.
Deep roots in music, deep gorges and a deep love for nature all fuel a small-town vibe in Sparta unlike any other you’ll find in Tennessee. It’s a town countless people have passed through over the years, and now more than ever there are plenty of reasons to stop and stay awhile.
Sparta, Tennessee is only 90 minutes from Nashville, Knoxville and Chattanooga and if you’re looking for a rush involving water, then this place in “The Land of Falling Water” is just the place for you.
One of the joys of traveling is getting a taste of other cultures so it’s great when you can do that without having to travel very far. Each year when Dollywood opens for a new season, the world comes to the theme park in the Great Smoky Mountains. The Festival of Nations offers park guests a taste of music, entertainment, and food from around the world without leaving the park.
In World War II, the government chose a remote section of East Tennessee to build a secret city that helped usher in the nuclear age. That city is Oak Ridge and today you can still enjoy the city’s remote and natural side.
The 2019 addition of Wildwood Grove at Dollywood (the park’s biggest expansion to date) is sure to delight long time Dollywood fans and inspire new ones. But with more than three decades coming before this addition there have been many other big additions that have come and gone. Here is a look at some of them.
From the days when European Settlers first crossed into the region to the time when Knoxville hosted the world, the East Tennessee History Center puts hundreds of years of stories about this part of the Volunteer State all under one roof.
Having taken in Mardi Gras so many times, we certainly know the ropes, so if you’re thinking about reveling in this grand celebration here are a few things to know before you go.
