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Inside Background
History 
Founded as White Oak Flats in the early 19th century and settled primarily by...
Last edited: July 24, 2006
Recommended Reading 
Falcon Guide, Best Easy Day Hiking Guide and Trail Map Bundle: Great Smoky...
Last edited: May 15, 2012
Tourist Board Info 
The Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce and Gatlinburg Department of Tourism...
Last edited: September 28, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
Gatlinburg has really turned into a four season destination. Everyone has their...
Last edited: January 27, 2009
Area Webcams 
This is a collection of webcams around the area, including The Great Smoky...
Last edited: October 28, 2011
Introduction 
For a first time visitor, you need to have realistic expectations about a town...
Last edited: March 13, 2013
Only in Gatlinburg 
A Red, White and Blue Getaway If you’re looking for a fun family getaway to...
Last edited: January 27, 2009
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Gatlinburg is located on the northern edge of the Great Smoky Mountains...
Last edited: May 29, 2006
Getting Around 
Getting around Gatlinburg is easy once you have a city map, found at the...
Last edited: January 27, 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
There are so many things to see and do while you are in Gatlinburg that people...
Last edited: May 06, 2010
Events & Festivals 
While you can come to Gatlinburg any time of year and find glorious scenery...
Last edited: January 27, 2009
Family Travel 
     Almost everything about Gatlinburg is family friendly.  The main strip...
Last edited: June 25, 2006
Museums & Attractions 
 Salt and Pepper Shaker Museum A unique attraction, the Salt & Pepper...
Last edited: August 11, 2011
Nightlife 
Dolce Uva Wine Bar Cafe offers Karaoke every Friday and Saturday...
Last edited: August 18, 2010
Sports & Activities 
     As the gateway to one of the most popular national parks east of the...
Last edited: September 20, 2006
Alewine Pottery 
Gatlinburg's Alewine Pottery is a unique experience.  Since 1983 Alewine's...
Last edited: May 18, 2008
Free Activities 
 People are always searching ways to make the most out of their vacations...
Last edited: February 05, 2010
Jim Gray Gallery 
Within the Gatlinburg Arts and Crafts Community, just outside of downtown...
Last edited: January 27, 2009
Museum of Salt & Pepper Shakers 
Over 20,000 sets of salt & pepper shakers from all over the world.  Shakers...
Last edited: May 18, 2008
Rainy Day Activities 
If you have ever planned a vacation and it felt like you chose the "rainy" week...
Last edited: April 26, 2013
Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail 
Did you know there are abandoned mountain homes that are only a few minutes...
Last edited: February 15, 2008
Top Attractions Survey 
TripAdvisor users on the Gatlinburg forum were asked what their favourite...
Last edited: July 26, 2008
Earthquake - The Ride 
The experience  "Earthquake" is a real live action ride. As the train car moves...
Last edited: January 20, 2011
Fort Fun Mini Golf and More 
Reagan Terrace Attractions (Fort Fun) offers: *Old Gatlinburg Miniature Golf...
Last edited: September 08, 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
     In Gatlinburg, big hearty Southern meals are generally the rule.       The...
Last edited: June 11, 2010
Buckhorn Inn 
The Buckhorm Inn Restaurant offers a four-course dinner at $35/person.  At...
Last edited: July 03, 2009
Mountain Lodge Restaurant 
Open for breakfast and lunch only, beginning at 7:00 a.m. Ron and Jennifer...
Last edited: January 27, 2009
Wild Plum Tea Room 
The Wild Plum Tea room is jewel in the Arts & Crafts Community of...
Last edited: September 29, 2009
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Inside United States: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency  The United States uses the United States dollar as its currency. The...
Last edited: May 11, 2010
Crossing the Border 
A little preparation will help simplify the process of entering the United...
Last edited: March 18, 2013
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: October 11, 2012
Important Phrases 
Temperature in the United States... How Hot is HOT? How Cold is COLD?  100°F...
Last edited: March 12, 2013
Telephones 
General: The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as (555...
Last edited: March 07, 2013
Tipping & Etiquette 
While tipping is not mandatory in the United States, it is expected in some...
Last edited: April 11, 2013
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
Avoiding scams while shopping abroad 
Being victimized by scandalous businesses when traveling is one of the sad...
Last edited: May 22, 2013
Bottle/Container Deposits 
Depending on where you travel to in the U.S. bottle/container deposit laws...
Last edited: October 02, 2010
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
United States of America has a history of unified etiquette protocols that may...
Last edited: April 26, 2013
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: April 24, 2013
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
International Travel - Electric Outlets 
Before making international travel, it is important to determine the electrical...
Last edited: April 08, 2013
Language and America 
  Some Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from...
Last edited: November 01, 2012
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: March 12, 2013
Sales Tax 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: March 07, 2013
Traveling by Car in the United States 
Many visitors to the United States  go to typical tourist areas like New York...
Last edited: February 07, 2013
Traveling with Children and Teens 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about the young that may differ from...
Last edited: October 28, 2010
US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
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