Have you visited Dollywood lately? If you have, you've likely seen my new favorite part of the park AND the biggest expansion in Dollywood history... Wildwood Grove! Here I'm breaking down all the rides, things to do, foods to eat, and fun to be had in this amazing, new area of the amusement park! A few weeks ago, I had the amazing experience to see the brand new addition to Dollywood, Wildwood Grove on the day it opened to the public. This area of the park is the biggest expansion in Dollywood history. In fact, the 6 acre 2019 expansion cost more than the original purchase of Dollywood back in 1986! Want to learn more about Dollywood? Visit here to get all the details! Actually, this wasn't my very first time walking around Wildwood Grove. I was there back in mid-March and the area was, well, let's just say a little less colorful … [Read more...]
Dollywood Rides – The Best in the Park and Who Can Ride
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Dollywood has something for everyone in the family and if you are the family thrill seeker, you'll find so many amazing Dollywood rides to satisfy you! Here's a comprehensive list of all the rides at Dollywood and who can ride them. When I say there's something for everyone at Dollywood, I'm not exaggerating at all. It's a great place to visit with the entire family, even multiple generations, because every age will enjoy the sights, sounds, and adventure at the Friendliest Theme Park in America. Whether you enjoy shopping, watching world class entertainment, eating the most delicious cuisine, or riding some amazing theme park rides, you'll find it all there. But today, we're definitely focusing on the 39 rides and attractions at Dollywood... which ones are the BEST [in my humble opinion, of course, after visiting for … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Find the VERY BEST Dollywood Discount Tickets
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Are you looking for the best deal on Dollywood Tickets for your family? Here are your tips for finding the best Dollywood Discount Tickets for your visit to the Smoky Mountains theme park! If you're making a trip to the mountains of Tennessee, you'll definitely want to include spending a few days at Dollywood in your plans since it's on my list of places NOT to miss when you're in the Smoky Mountains. It's a theme park that consistently tops so many "Best Of..." theme park categories and if you're ever been, you know why. If you haven't, the fact that you're researching how to find Dollywood Discount Tickets means you're on the right track because there are so many reasons your family will love a visit to Dollywood! Getting the best deal on Dollywood tickets definitely depends on a couple of factors. Before you head to the website to … [Read more...]
IMPORTANT Dollywood Hours and Dates for 2019!
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Are you ready to visit the Friendliest Theme Park in the US? Dollywood is open for the 2019 season and here you'll find all the details on visiting, including Dollywood hours of operation and important dates to keep on your calendar! If you're a Dollywood season pass holder and fanatic as much as me, you're ecstatic that it's open for another operating year already! Dollywood officially started the 2019 season in March, but things are in full swing now in early Spring. Let's take a look at all the important dates and Dollywood hours of operation that you need to be aware of to start planning your next visit! When does Dollywood open? Dollywood is already officially open and will stay open until January 4th. Dollywood is not open every single day during 2019. There are some days in every month [except June and July] that the … [Read more...]
Everything You Need to Know About Dollywood Season Passes
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Are you visiting Dollywood soon and can't decide on what type of ticket or pass to buy? Here's the scoop on everything you need to know about Dollywood Season Passes! It's a question that I often got asked when I was an inaugural Dollywood Insider - should I invest in buying a season pass? Locals know that a season pass is always the way to go, but what if you're just visiting for a few days? Is it still worth buying a season pass? Today I'm going to tell you everything you need to know! What types of Dollywood Season Passes are there? There are a few different types of Dollywood season passes, which might confuse you at first glance, but don't let it. They keep things super simple. Dollywood Season Pass - This pass will get you into Dollywood as many times as you'd like for the entire season [this year Dollywood was … [Read more...]
7 Reasons to Visit the Dollywood DreamMore Resort in the Winter
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Dollywood may be closed, but the Dollywood DreamMore Resort is definitely open for the Winter. Here are 7 reasons you should visit during this time of the year! As a Dollywood Insider, I'll be bringing you more of the brand and attractions I love. I received a complimentary stay, but all opinions are my own. The lovely perk of riding the DreamMore Trolley to Dollywood is definitely one of my favorite reasons to stay at the Dollywood DreamMore Resort, but with Dollywood being closed from January to March, you might think DreamMore Resort is too - wrong! Even in the winter months, this luxurious mountain resort is my family's first choice of hotels when we visit Pigeon Forge, Tennessee and here are the 7 reasons why! The Spa at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort There are plenty of amenities to take advantage of when you visit the … [Read more...]
Dollywood Christmas: Here’s What’s Happening this Winter
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There are big things coming to the Smoky Mountains just in time for the Holidays. Don't miss out on all these great Dollywood Christmas Events! If you live in the Southeast or are planning a trip to the Smoky Mountains in the next couple of months, you're in luck. While I love warmer months, the beautiful decorations, lights, and sounds of the season make November and December one of the best times to visit the area. Here are all the great things that are happening, thanks to Dollywood Christmas festivities! Light the Way 5K Whether you run or walk, you HAVE to do the Light the Way 5K at least once. My husband and I did it a couple of years ago and had fun, even though it was only 18 degrees! Brrr! You'll run or walk amidst the park's 4 million Christmas lights. It's truly a one-of-a-kind event! In addition to the … [Read more...]
Dollywood Splash Country to Add New Slide – TailSpin Racer in 2017
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We just spent our last day of Summer Break at Dollywood Splash Country on Sunday. Sophia started First Grade on Monday and we wanted to get out of the house and enjoy some splashing in the sun before the school season officially started. THIS my friends is how you do Splash Country. Shady retreat with a ceiling fan, TV, personal lounge deck and chairs, and lunch delivered right to your cabana! I feel completely spoiled and don't want this last day of Summer Break to end! #Dollywood #SplashCountry #waterpark #hospitality #SouthernHospitality @dollywoodtn A photo posted by Lindsey G. (@lindseyblogs) on Aug 14, 2016 at 8:39am PDT We even rented a Riverside Retreat, which is like a personal cabana for a family, during this trip. I have to say - it was AH-mazing! In the retreat you have a 6 person dining table, television, … [Read more...]
Dollywood adds Autism Calming Room for Guests
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It's no secret that I have a love for my hometown theme park. Dollywood has consistently put itself on the map for going above and beyond for families of our area. Recently, they became the first theme park in the world to add a new resource for families... a Calming Room specially designed for children with Autism. On a normal day at Dollywood you'll see crowds of children experiencing the amazing sights, smells of the delicious food, sounds of laughter and thrilling screams near the roller coasters, and so much more. While I enjoy walking through and seeing all the sights and sounds, it honestly never occurred to me that some families have to avoid areas just like that because of over stimulation. That's the exact reason that Dollywood introduced the Calming Room for families, which is located in the Ride Accessibility … [Read more...]
Dolly Parton’s Lumberjack Adventure
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Dolly Parton’s Lumberjack Adventure, one of the most-anticipated new dinner attractions to come to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee in recent memory, is slated to open to eager guests on Friday, May 20. Lumberjack Adventure represents a $25 million investment by Parton to create an all-new dinner theater unlike anything Pigeon Forge has seen before. “I can promise you’ve never seen another show like this in town before,” Parton said. “I’ve truly enjoyed creating this Smoky Mountain story for families to enjoy while they are here in Pigeon Forge. There are completely new experiences for guests at this show and I can’t wait to hear what they think of the finished product.” Parton serves as Executive Producer of the show and wrote the romantic song, “Something More,” which helps tell the story of this Smoky Mountain-themed adventure. During the … [Read more...]
How to Create a Quality Collection of Kids Books for FREE with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
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Since books have always been so important to me, I made sure that I had my girls had a quality collection as soon as they were born. I realize that books can get expensive, which is why I wanted to share this amazing opportunity to help you create a quality collection of books for your child... for FREE with Dolly Parton's Imagination Library! I love to read. I remember my love of reading going as far back as early elementary school, which is why I knew I wanted to instill that love for both of my girls as early as possible. In fact, I started reading to Sophia nightly as soon as we got home from the hospital. It's always been a special time for me with my girls and it played a great part in our successful nighttime routine. This Kindergartener reads bedtime stories to us now. I'm completely amazed at how much Sophia has … [Read more...]
16 Things You Didn’t Know About Dollywood
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This post about things you didn't know about Dollywood was inspired by my recent behind the scenes hosted trip to the Friendliest Theme Park in America. All opinions are my own. I like to call myself a Dollywood Expert, at least as far as a visitor is concerned. I've been going to the theme park since I was a toddler and by going to the park, I mean more years than not I've been a Season Pass Holder and visited dozens of times every year. I've experienced the park as a child, teenager, married couple, and now as a Mom. Over the last 30 years I've learned a lot about my favorite theme park, but as it turns out - there are some things about Dollywood that even I learned on my recent Behind-the-Scenes tour. So I thought it would be a fun way to share with you some things that you could learn about the park, whether you're a Gold Super … [Read more...]