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A budget friendly vacation can also be packed full of fun and great places to see. Here at The Appy Lodge in Gatlinburg we know how important it is to make the most of your time and money. We wanted to help you out by putting together some great ways to spend your vacation and save you some cash! We hope you enjoy this list of 25 free things to do in the Smoky Mountains!

Are you planning a vacation to the Smokies? If so then you need to find lodging that will leave you happy, rested and feeling like you’re at your home away from home. Here at The Appy Lodge in Gatlinburg we strive daily to provide our guest an experience that adds to the enjoyment of their time in the Smoky Mountains. Here are 3 reasons for why we have the best hotel rooms in Gatlinburg, TN.

June is just around the corner and if you’re thinking about heading to the Smokies for a much needed getaway in the mountains, you need to start planning your trip! Here’s a list of 20 things that you’re going to want to include on your itinerary this summer!

When visiting Gatlinburg you’ll find that there are both never-ending beautiful views and great spots for dining. We have put together 4 locations that allow you to enjoy both! Here are 4 of the best Gatlinburg restaurants with a view!

Are you planning a trip to the Great Smoky Mountains? If so, finding the perfect lodging is the best way to guarantee a wonderful trip! Our Gatlinburg hotel with a hot tub is filled with beauty and perks that will help to make your time in America’s most loved mountains extra relaxing and fun! Here are 3 reasons why visitors love staying with us!

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is known for stunning vistas, but it’s also filled with smaller slivers of beauty that are tucked away in every corner of it’s 520,000 acres. The first of March brings new life to the mountains every year and in the weeks before the calendar turns to the first day of the spring and lasting until the days when shades of autumn begin to take over the canopy of the forest, wildflowers can be found throughout the park. The abundance of blooms and the incredible variety of wildflowers on display bring folks back to the Smokies year after year in search of their favorite petaled gems. To get you started on your own wildflower adventure, we’ve put together information on 5 of the best wildflower hikes in the Smoky Mountains. Take a minute to read over them and then work on planning your next vacation to the Smokies!

A stay at our Gatlinburg hotel means being in a great central location for accessing some of the best attractions and areas of the Smokies. From our property you can be in downtown Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge or the Great Smoky Mountains National Park within minutes by taking a short drive or a ride on the Gatlinburg trolley. You’ll also have the option during your time with us to take a nice walk to numerous attractions. We’ve put together a list of 5 places you can walk to from our hotel to help you plan your next vacation in the Smokies! 

Planning a family vacation is fun but it’s not always easy and especially when you want to find lodging that is perfect for both the adults and the children in the family. At our Gatlinburg hotel we offer plenty of amenities and accommodations that guests of all ages will enjoy! Below we’ve put together a few reasons that families love our two queen balcony hotel room to help make your planning a little easier this year!

Just when we think Gatlinburg is maxed out on fun and great things to do, our local attractions add on even more opportunities for locals and guests. Anakeesta is one of those spots and we’re always excited to see what tricks they have up their sleeves! 2020 is going to include non-stop memory making days in the Smokies, and with Anakeesta’s upcoming additions this year, many of those days will be spent on top of Gatlinburg’s favorite mountain destination! Here are a few of the exciting details to their expansion!

Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies is one of the top attractions in the Smoky Mountains and one of the most highly rated aquariums in the country. In the heart of downtown Gatlinburg you’ll find 10,000 ocean creatures representing 350 different species. An experience that is certainly unique and one that is filled with family fun. Here are 5 reasons to visit Ripley’s Aquarium during your stay with us at The Appy Lodge!