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KNOXVILLE

Hello Friends,

Knoxville, Tennessee was recently named one of Trip Advisor's "Places on the Rise" and I couldn't agree more.  Located on the Tennessee River in eastern Tennessee, Knoxville offers historical tours, outdoor beauty, festivals, fine food, and award-winning theater. History buffs will not be bored -- The Market Square downtown district has 19th-century buildings, shops and restaurants and James White’s Fort includes Knoxville's first permanent building, a reconstructed 1786 log cabin. Go Big Orange!

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KNOXVILLE - A LITTLE LIGHT READING

 
FAST FACTS
Destination Name:  Knoxville
State: Tennessee
​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: Knoxville is located on Tennessee's eastern side, just forty miles from the Great Smoky Mountains on North Carolina's border. 

Air: Located just 12 miles from downtown Knoxville, McGhee Tyson Airport is one of the most convenient and accessible regional airports in the nation. For updated flight information, visit flyknoxville.org.

Car: Knoxville sits on the intersection of I-40 and I-75.

Bus and Trolley: Go to Visit Knoxville for more information about transportation options inside Knoxville. 
 
THE WEATHER
If you travel to Knoxville in the fall, then making time for a drive through the Great Smoky Mountains should be an essential part of your trip. Spring is also magnificent - especially during the Dogwood season. Winter is usually mild. Summers can get muggy so pack hot-weather clothes and plan to spend time on the beautiful Tennessee River. Knoxville's annual high temperature is 70°F and the low temperature is 50°F. 
Video: Erik's Travel Tip No. 167: What To Do When it Rains
 
WHERE TO STAY
The Tennessean
 
WHERE TO EAT
When you find yourself hungry in Knoxville, don't worry! You have a huge selection of excellent restaurants to explore. For lunch I recommend Nick & J's burgers or Calhoun's for BBQ. For dinner, I highly recommend Brazeiros, an authentic Brazilian steakhouse. If you're in the mood for lighter fare, then go to The French Market for crepes and truffle fries. Market Square is also an excellent location to find restaurants a cool bars. 
 
HELPFUL LINKS
Knoxville has an official tourism bureau. Learn more by watching this video. 

Official Knoxville Tourism Site
Official State Tourism Bureau Site

MEET ERIK THE TRAVEL GUY

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My name is Erik Hastings, (a.k.a. Erik the Travel Guy) and I am an EMMY award-winning television personality who speaks directly to viewers who simply "get their vacations wrong". In addition to being a single dad of two amazing children, I am the host and managing editor of the internationally syndicated television series "Beyond Your Backyard" for public broadcasting stations (PBS) and other networks/VOD platforms. I am thrilled to be a part of an incredibly talented team of industry pros and the editorial driving force of my media platform. While the travel industry directly supports millions of families worldwide, I believe travel makes the world a better place. Through exploration and discovery, I have learned that travel brings cultures together. Read Erik's Full Bio.


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