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Hello My Rocky Top Thrill Seekers,
My first visit to Gatlinburg was earlier in 2017 and I brought my two young children. We had such a fantastic time! The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the US and for good reason, it is simply breathtaking. Gatlinburg is situated at the entrance of the park. More than 11 million people visit Gatlinburg (and the park each year) so plan accordingly. Summer is obviously its busiest season. Erik |
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GATLINBURG - A LITTLE LIGHT READING
FAST FACTS
Destination Name: Gatlinburg
State: Tennessee
Elevation: 1,200 feet above sea level
Closest Major Airport(s): McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is a public and military airport 12 miles south of Knoxville.
Time Zone: Eastern
Currency: US Dollar
Continent: North America
Country: USA
Primary Language: English
Destination Name: Gatlinburg
State: Tennessee
Elevation: 1,200 feet above sea level
Closest Major Airport(s): McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) is a public and military airport 12 miles south of Knoxville.
Time Zone: Eastern
Currency: US Dollar
Continent: North America
Country: USA
Primary Language: English
TRANSPORTATION
Location: Gatlinburg is located on Tennessee's eastern side, at the entrance of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Air: Located about 40 minutes from Gatlinburg, McGhee Tyson Airport is one of the most convenient and accessible regional airports in the nation. For updated flight information, visit flyknoxville.org.
Car: Gatlinburg is located off I-40 south and east of Knoxville.
Location: Gatlinburg is located on Tennessee's eastern side, at the entrance of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Air: Located about 40 minutes from Gatlinburg, McGhee Tyson Airport is one of the most convenient and accessible regional airports in the nation. For updated flight information, visit flyknoxville.org.
Car: Gatlinburg is located off I-40 south and east of Knoxville.
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THE WEATHER
Fall is my favorite season to visit Gatlinburg. Spring is also magnificent - especially during the Dogwood season. Winter is usually mild but because of the higher elevation, Gatlinburg does receive annual snowfall. Summers can get muggy so pack hot-weather clothes. |
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WHERE TO STAY
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WHERE TO EAT
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HELPFUL LINKS
Gatlinburg has an official tourism bureau. Learn more by watching this video. Official Gatlinburg CVB Site Official State Tourism Bureau Site |
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MEET ERIK THE TRAVEL GUY!
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