Gatlinburg Gives You Activities You Will Never Forget!

Looking to do something out of the ordinary? Spend the weekend in Gatlinburg and you’ll have a variety of unique options to experience. Not only is there Dollywood Adventure Park, where you can find those tummy-turning thrills, and WonderWorks Interactive Experience, where wacky science provides one-of-a-kind entertainment, but there’s also lots of other attractions around the area. So make sure you get out of your Tennessee hotel and enjoy some crazy fun! Here are a few ideas to get you started.

Climb aboard a real monster truck, complete with 66” tires and a 454 motor, and take a Monster Truck Ride. These giant trucks can hold twelve passengers and they tear up the dirt, rocks, and anything else that gets in their way. The power and intensity of these vehicles will have your adrenaline pumping and give you an unforgettable experience. You’ll be able to tell everyone you’ve rode in a monster truck!

With the Lazer Combo, you’ll get a ticket to WonderWorks and the chance to shoot some lasers! After exploring WonderWorks, if you have this combo you’ll grab a laser gun and a laser tag vest. Then, it’s time for a laser war in the darkened laser room. Blast your gun and try to tag others out until your team wins! This is a lot of adventure with both WonderWorks and Laser Tag, so get ready to have an outstanding time.

Get yourself strapped into a ZORB (an eleven foot tall inflatable globe) and then bounce, roll, and race your way down an 820 foot hill! There’s two unbelievable ways to choose to do the Smoky Mountains ZORB Ride, the ZYDRO and the ZORBIT. ZYDRO sends you down the hill with five gallons of water in your globe, making the experience almost like a wild water ride. ZORBIT is dry and flies you down the hill at exhilarating speeds, feeling more like a rollercoaster than a wet ride. This activity is hard to come by and its uniqueness may be exactly what you’re looking for.

Don’t Miss Cinco de Mayo in Gatlinburg!

On May 5, three local attractions are teaming up to present the first ever Hispanic event with Cinco de Mayo Celebration in the Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge area. Ripley’s Entertainment, No Way Jose’s and Greystone Lodge at the Aquarium are planning events ranging from musical entertainment, food and beverages, dancing and more. In the morning, children will have the opportunity to learn about Latin music, taste authentic Latin food, and work on arts and crafts. This is definitely an event you will want to participate in from start to finish. You and your family can also make lodging reservations in the Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge area as well.

While staying in the Smoky Mountains you will want to stop by Titanic – World’s Largest Museum Attraction for another educational experience. This interesting attraction features artifacts directly related to the legendary ship and its tragic sinking. The museum is shaped like the ship and houses an extraordinary number of exhibits that teach you all about the Titanic, from its ill-fated beginnings to its ending at the murky depths of the Atlantic Ocean. You won’t want to miss this impressive attraction!

During your vacation in the Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge area, you can also add a trip to WonderWorks Interactive Experience. At WonderWorks, you can enjoy a variety of exhibits that are sure to bring you jaw-dropping surprise. You can feel the surge of a powerful simulated hurricane, experience a simulated 5.3 magnitude earthquake or even lie on a bed of nails. You can enjoy hours of entertainment exploring the fascinating exhibits at WonderWorks, and it is sure to provide you with great memories of your vacation!

Winter Magic Carries On in Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge, TN

The holidays may have come and gone, but celebration still blankets the Smoky Mountains with Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge’s Winter Magic! Running through February 28, Winter Magic offers Gatlinburg visitors a festive winter escape complete with inviting light displays, a heart-warming Winter Special Olympics, and extreme sports excitement with Southern Exposure 2010.

In particular, Southern Exposure 2010, set to take place at Ober Gatlinburg Ski and Amusement Park on February 6, will offer adrenaline-pumping thrills as various skiing and snowboarding competitions are held. Aside from the standard competitions, Southern Exposure also features the always anticipated Cardboard Sled Classic Race, a raucous race that highlights homemade sleds comprised of cardboard, duct tape and whatever else participants find laying around their homes!

Those interested in experiencing Southern Exposure 2010 or any other events featured throughout Winter Magic can find a variety of lodging options throughout the Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge area online.

Aside from the many celebrations that take place during Winter Magic, Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge visitors can find a world of wonder and excitement with year-round attractions including Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies and WonderWorks.

At Ripley’s Aquaarium of the Smokies, guests will journey through the depths of the sea, experiencing over 10,000 aquatic animals representing more than 350 different species. From Shark Lagoon to Sting Ray Bay, adventure awaits.

From the mysteries of the deep to the just plain curious, WonderWorks offers numerous interactive exhibits ranging from educational to just plain strange. Experience an earthquake at Quake Café, rest on an authentic bed of nails, or even get a work-out in on the indoor rock wall: you can do it all at WonderWorks.

Don’t spend the rest of your winter waiting for spring; get out and make the most of 2010 with Gatlinburg – Pigeon Forge and the always memorable Winter Magic!

Check Out the Smoky Mountains’ Newest Attraction

Looking to add the excitement of visiting a brand new attraction in the Smoky Mountains on your next trip to the Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge area? One of the newest attractions in the area, the ZORB, hails from New Zealand and is one of the most unique activities you can enjoy in the area.

If you liked rolling down hills as a child, this activity is perfect for you! The ZORB features a huge inflatable ball that you will roll down an 820 foot hill in. The globe is approximately 11 feet tall, and up to three riders can ride in it at one time. The ZORB also has the ZYDRO option, which is a wet and wild activity that is available even in the middle of winter. This ride option includes you, the globe, and five gallons of water (cold in the summer, warm in the winter) rolling down the hill. Kids as young as eight can enjoy this attraction, making the ZORB an activity that the whole family can enjoy. A perfect escape from the boredom of winter or a fun addition to your summer vacation in the Smoky Mountains, ZORB is the new must-do activity in the area.

Looking for other ideas for fun winter diversions? Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge have many options open year round with indoor fun for all ages. At the Guinness World of Records Museum in Gatlinburg, you will see a unique collection of exhibits, artifacts, and more from the record-breaking history of the Guinness World Records. This museum contains a replica of Noah’s Ark, Elvis Presley’s “Hound Dog” boat, and a view of the original Batmobile. With so many fascinating exhibits, the Guinness World of Records Museum is the perfect way to spend a fun afternoon in Gatlinburg.

For another interactive activity sure to keep kids entertained, check out WonderWorks in Pigeon Forge. This engaging attraction is known as an “amusement park for the mind” and features multiple exhibits and stations that allow for interaction, creativity, and a true hands-on experience. Here you can experience how an earthquake feels, what lying on a bed of nails feels like, and what it is like to land a space shuttle. With exhibits to appeal to any age group, WonderWorks is sure to be an attraction that pleases everyone in your family.