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Visiting Dollywood’s Splash Country

September 5, 2018 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Located adjacent to Dollywood, the family-friendly theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, owned by country music star Dolly Parton, Dollywood Splash Country is a seasonal water park where visitors come to cool off. There are over 25 water slides spread across the 35 acres. The park is open from mid-May to the end of August. Buying Tickets to Dollywood's Splash … [Read more...] about Visiting Dollywood’s Splash Country

What to See at Universal’s Volcano Bay

August 20, 2018 By Caroline Eubanks 1 Comment

Cool off during those hot Orlando days at Volcano Bay, Universal Orlando Resort's newest theme park. The water park is located next to Cabana Bay Resort and is known for the volcano structure that serves as the hub. It takes its inspiration from the South Pacific, from the Easter Island-style statues as you enter the park to the Polynesian dishes at the restaurants. Prepare … [Read more...] about What to See at Universal’s Volcano Bay

Visiting Gibbs Gardens

April 11, 2018 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Gibbs Gardens, located in the town of Ball Ground in north Georgia, is a place you might not have heard of, but are sure to return to. The popular day trip from Atlanta, only an hour, the gardens started as the private home of the owner of a successful local landscaping company. His dream home is on 292 acres with gardens sprawling throughout, making it one of the nation’s … [Read more...] about Visiting Gibbs Gardens

What to See at Universal Studios at Universal Orlando Resort

February 19, 2018 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Inspired by the backlot studios found in Hollywood, Universal Studios at Universal Orlando Resort is the original theme park, built in 1990. Most of its rides are centered around Universal and their partner companies' famous films and it was where many Nickelodeon projects were filmed. But there's more than just rides. The entire park has Easter eggs, or nods to different … [Read more...] about What to See at Universal Studios at Universal Orlando Resort

Visiting Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights

December 21, 2017 By Sammi Eubanks Leave a Comment

Located atop the scenic Lookout Mountain, Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights is a 23-year tradition not to be missed for families or grown ups alike. The tour route, which differs slightly from the daytime route, begins at the original 1932 Gatehouse. What to See at Rock City's Enchanted Garden of Lights Visitors then travel through four distinct sections. You can … [Read more...] about Visiting Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights

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