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."
All in Great Attractions
In the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, in the small community of Chestnut Hill, TN a golden retriever named “Duke” seeks out one of the most highly guarded recipes in the country. His story is told in the Bush’s Visitors Center, an interactive center complete with a General Store and Restaurant. Here’s what you can see and do while you are at the Bush’s Visitor Center.
With National Forests, Wilderness areas, two large lakes and Cherokee Tribal lands encompassing most of the county, the population of Graham County remains small at just over 8,000 people. At the center of it all is the tiny town of Robbinsville, home of a country music hitmaker, a legendary Cherokee chief and a cross cultural vibe fueling interest in this slice of the Great Smoky Mountains.
With 500 stores, restaurants, entertainment venues and the Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park, the Mall of America is something you might be able to enjoy for one day, but chances are you’ll need at least a couple of days to really get the Mall of America Experience. Here is a guide on what to expect before you go.
If you’re dreaming of brightly colored Christmas lights, festive store window displays, or have fantasies about peppermint treats, there’s something for you in East Tennessee during the holiday season. Here’s a picture (or two) of what you might find as you venture out this Christmas.
Cedar Rapids offers up museums you would expect to find in a city its size, but there are quite a few surprises scattered throughout town. Here are a few that you should “Czech” out.
When Fall arrives, people plan out routes to go and see Mother Nature’s spectacular shows of color. In the Great Smoky Mountains you will find one route includes stops to bring back a taste of the season, freshly harvested apples.
Biltmore, near Asheville, North Carolina is America’s largest private home. Opened on Christmas Eve 1895, this 250-room French Renaissance chateau and the estate surrounding it welcome more than a million guests each year. Here is a quick guide for an unforgettable experience in the middle of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
When it comes to free attractions you’ll find plenty of them in the Show Me State’s second largest city. From a world class zoo and museums to America’s Gateway to the West, St. Louis offers plenty of ways to have fun without dipping to far into your wallet. Here are a few of the free things to do in St. Louis, Missouri.
