Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Visit Dollywood and the Smokies in one trip

While Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Dollywood are renowned destinations for families, the surrounding area has plenty more to offer.

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Tue Jun 20 2023

 
The city of Gatlinburg, Tenn., sits near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park Oct. 13, 2021.

While Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Dollywood are renowned destinations for families, the surrounding area has plenty more to offer.

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