Dollywood’s new coaster, Riley Green's bar and two mega sweets shops are coming to the Smokies. But that means longtime ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Look for parking along Park Headquarters Road. Once parked, plan to walk into Gatlinburg for a bite before trekking back. I recommend some griddle cakes at Crockett's Breakfast ...

As a Smokies tourist in the '60s, you didn't have to wait to see a bear in the wild. You could see it out shopping − and buy ...

If you’ve driven through Gatlinburg on a summer weekend, this probably won’t surprise you. A new national analysis estimates ...

Can't make it out of state for a vacation this year? These Tennessee destinations prove to be great staycations.

East Tennessee communities are ready to celebrate America's 250th birthday with a bang! Here's where to catch fireworks ...

The Trump administration sued California and Virginia on Wednesday over new laws in both states that restrict the sale of semiautomatic... Glade Spring childcare center warns federal funding ...

If you’ve never won the lottery to see synchronous fireflies in the Great Smoky Mountains, you can now experience that magic year-round at Anakeesta.

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WATE) — Christmas may be over but the holiday season is still in full swing up in Gatlinburg, with thousands of people coming to visit the Smokies and attractions before the new ...

GATLINBURG, Tenn. (WVLT) - Anakeesta, one of Gatlinburg’s most popular mountain-top attractions, is planning a $100 million expansion. It’ll include updates to the lift system that brings visitors to ...