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.
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."
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.
What do a mountain lake, a grand canyon, wild ponies and an historic route to the west have in common? You can find them all in Southwest Virginia at a State Park. Here are a few choice parks to fall in love with in the Old Dominion.
Nestled in the rolling hills and bustling cities of Middle Tennessee you’ll find several gems in the state park system. Whether you’re looking for a serene natural setting or a place where you are surrounded by history, these parks really deliver all year round. Edgar Evins, Standing Stone, Port Royal, Dunbar Cave and Bicentennial Mall.
With more than 50 parks to choose from, Tennessee State Parks provide plenty of opportunities for adventure, history and relaxation. Here are just a few parks worth paying a visit.
A stroll along the river is often magical on its own, but when you add holiday displays filled with two-million lights, it becomes extraordinary. Christmas on the Cumberland in Clarksville is the centerpiece of Christmas Celebrations in that city, but there’s plenty to see beyond the riverfront.