While there are so many elements that draw tourists to Dollywood each year (the train, the shows, the music, the cinnamon bread…need I say more?), the top item on every thrill-seeker’s list is the rides—specifically the roller coasters. If you are new to Dollywood and you aren’t familiar with the roller coasters that the [...]
In June, I wrote a blog (What is Thrills in the Hills and Why Should You Go?) to encourage people to check out Dollywood’s behind-the-scenes event. In this blog, I want to give you an overview of what we did, and why you should make plans to be there next year. Check In and [...]
The first year that I invested in a Dollywood season pass, my children were 4 and 2. Other young stay-at-home moms balked at the idea of taking their children to a theme park on a weekday morning, without dad’s help. But I went on solo trips to Dollywood with my children on a nearly [...]
On July 8 and 9, Dollywood will host one of my favorite theme park events: Thrills in the Hills. While this sounds like it might be only for the bravest of thrill seekers, that is not the case. It’s true that exclusive ride time (ERT) on some of Dollywood's thrilling attractions is always a [...]
As a longtime East Tennessee resident, I spent many summers growing up in the Smokies and at Dollywood. To this day, whenever I smell hot funnel cakes near Market Square or hear laughter on Smoky Mountain River Rampage, I’m taken back to a lifetime of precious childhood memories. Now that I have children and [...]
Are you looking to get in as many rides as possible on your next Dollywood trip? The park’s TimeSaver Pass will offer you the opportunity to maximize your time by giving you expedited access to the rides through an exclusive queue. TimeSaver Passes allow you unlimited daily show reservations at participating theaters also. This [...]
Nestled in the back of Wildwood Grove is an epic indoor playground that has something that appeals to everyone. Many park guests get caught up in the rides and shows at Dollywood and might miss this hidden gem, but there are countless reasons that Hidden Hollow should not be skipped! Watch the video to [...]
I visit Dollywood as often as I can with my entire family. Knowing I typically have two (or more!) young children with me in the park, people ask me “How do you plan a trip with little kids? What makes the day easier?” I have a lot of suggestions for making trips run more [...]
Calling all thrill ride enthusiasts, this video is for you! Dollywood has a nice collection of world-class roller coasters and rides. This video will showcase the top five fastest roller coasters currently at the theme park. I covered roller coasters in the video, but if speed is your thing, there’s another ride that’s [...]
Dollywood is a five-senses experience. I want to highlight the sounds of the park. In this video, you’ll hear many of the iconic sounds guests love the most: starting with the grist mill’s water wheel and progressing through music, attractions, entertainers and the most iconic Dollywood sound of them all. Can you guess the [...]
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