17 Apr 2020

5 Virtual Ways to Enjoy Smoky Mountain Attractions from Home

Are you missing the Smoky Mountains and wish you could enjoy some of the fun things to do in the area? You can with these virtual ways to enjoy Smoky Mountain attractions! You and your kids will have a blast with these things you can do when you’re at home and find yourself wishing you were in the Smokies. Look at these top 5 virtual ways to enjoy Smoky Mountain attractions from home:

Beautiful photo of Gatlinburg during the spring.

10 Apr 2020

6 Things You Should Know About Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge

If you love staying with us, then you probably love the East Tennessee area! We want to share some neat things you should know about Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. If you love history, then you’ll definitely love this list! Here are 6 things you should know about Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge:

7 Apr 2020

Top 4 Benefits of Staying at Our Gatlinburg Hotel with an Indoor Pool

If you are looking to make the most of your vacation in Gatlinburg, you should stay at our Gatlinburg hotel with an indoor pool! This a great way to have a relaxing getaway while enjoying everything Gatlinburg has to offer. There are plenty of reasons why you'll love staying somewhere that has an indoor pool. Check out these top 4 benefits to staying at our Gatlinburg hotel with an indoor pool:

roaring fork motor trail in the smoky mountains

30 Mar 2020

Top 3 Things You Need to Know About the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail

If you have talked to other folks who have visited Gatlinburg, you have probably heard them rave about the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail! This scenic 5.5 mile loop road is a narrow, winding trail that allows you to slow down and enjoy the forest and historic buildings of the area! Here are the top 3 things you need to know about experiencing a drive along the Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail:

whitewater rafting in the smoky mountains

25 Mar 2020

6 Awesome Outdoor Activities in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains

If you love being outside, you can’t beat a vacation in Gatlinburg TN! Located at the doorstep of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, our charming city offers a variety of wonderful outdoor adventures. When you stay with us, you will be near all of the best things to do in the great outdoors. To help you make the most of your vacation, look at these 6 outdoor activities in Gatlinburg and the Smoky Mountains:

11 Mar 2020

Top 5 Things You Need to Know About the Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage

Whether you are a serious botanist or a weekend gardener, the Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage offers a fabulous opportunity to experience professionally guided walks, exhibits, and other learning opportunities to explore the region’s rich natural and cultural resources! Altogether, there are more than 150 programs that you can join throughout this wonderful event. Here are the top 5 things you need to know about the Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage:

barbecue platter from a restaurant in gatlinburg

9 Mar 2020

Top 6 Local Restaurants in Gatlinburg You Have to Try

When you go on a trip, don’t keep eating at the same places you’re familiar with! Branch out and try new, local places to eat! There are so many local restaurants in Gatlinburg to choose from, you may not know where to start! Here are the top 6 local restaurants in Gatlinburg you have to try:

The Ole Smoky Candy Kitchen candy shop in Gatlinburg.

8 Mar 2020

5 Gatlinburg Fudge Shops You Need to Visit

Gatlinburg is famous for its wonderful fudge and candy shops. No vacation in the Smokies is complete without sampling the area’s signature treat! When you stay at Sidney James Mountain Lodge you will be minutes away from all of the superb candy shops in Gatlinburg. To help you make the most of your getaway, we have put together a guide to 5 of the very best Gatlinburg fudge shops.

27 Feb 2020

Top 5 Reasons Guests Love the Poolside Cafe at Our Gatlinburg Hotel

One of the huge perks of staying at our hotel is the convenient access to our Poolside Cafe! As the name suggests, this cafe is right next to our indoor pool area and offers a full menu of delicious items for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! Here are the top 5 reasons why guests love the Poolside Cafe at our Gatlinburg hotel:

26 Feb 2020

3 Reasons You Should Stay at Our Pet Friendly Hotel in Gatlinburg TN

Finding lodging for your dog while you’re on vacation can be hard. Do you put your dog in a kennel for the week? Or do you ask a friend or family member to watch your furry pal while you’re gone? When you stay at our hotel in Gatlinburg, you don’t have to leave your pooch behind! Our hotel is one of the few places in Gatlinburg that offers dog friendly rooms. As long as your four-legged family member is less than 35 pounds, he or she is welcome to join you in our pet friendly rooms. Here are 3 reasons you should stay at our pet friendly hotel in Gatlinburg TN: