Did you know that the history of Florida can be traced back between 12,000 to 14,000 years ago? Well it can!
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Archives for January 2019
7 Reasons To Visit Florida in February
7 reasons we love Florida for a winter getaway!
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Roaring Forks Motor Nature Trail
I really enjoyed our early morning drive on the Roaring Forks Motor Nature Trail and think it’s a can’t miss spot within the park. Particularly at sunrise. When you have the entire trail to yourself.
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Did You Know Thursday: Moonshine
Did you know that the origins of moonshine can be traced back across the Atlantic to Ireland and Scotland? Well it can! Chances are if you have been to Tennessee you know that moonshine and whiskey are a time honored tradition dating back generations. In fact, until the last decade or so the practice of producing moonshine was illegal. So how did moonshine and whiskey become so popular in Tennessee? Simply put, in the Celtic countries of Ireland and Scotland both producing and partaking in whiskey were time honored traditions. When immigrants made their way to Appalachia they used local corn to distill whiskey. This went on for decades without issue.
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The Best Distilleries in the Smokies
Our favorite Smokies distilleries! Plus a few that we didn’t get to visit that you should.
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Cades Cove, Part 2: Sunset
I got a completely different vibe from Cades Cove at Sunset. Although it was no less packed with people and vehicles than it was during the day, our sunset drive through the cove felt more relaxed and peaceful.
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Did You Know Thursday: Cades Cove
Did You Know Thursday: Cades Cove. Did you know that Cades Cove is the most visited destination within the most visited National Park, Great Smoky Mountains? Well it is! It had a long and rich history before it was established as a National Park. Find out more…
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Cades Cove, Part 1: Daytime
Cades Cove, Part 1: Daytime. Great Smoky Mountains National Park. As one of the most popular and visited destinations within Great Smoky Mountains you can imagine the crowds that Cades Cove draws. This 11 mile one way loop road circles the cove and should take between 2 to 4 hours to complete.
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The Best Dog Friendly Hikes in the Smokies
Our Favorite Dog Friendly Hikes in the Smokies. Spoiler: One is a Waterfall hike!
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Did You Know Thursday: Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Did you know that Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited National Park in the United States? And that is had a long and rich history before it was even made a National Park? Well it is and it did!
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