Craftsman's Valley is my favorite spot in all of Dollywood because of its historic charm. Updates in this area focus on present needs (like more elbow room and updated equipment/shops) while keeping the past in mind. Check out this video as I show you what's new in 2021!  

One of my favorite places to stop while visiting Dollywood is the caricature stand to watch the Kaman’s Art Shoppes’ artists at work. During our recent visit, we met Eric, an artist, who is in his ninth year at Dollywood. Eric is a screen designer and puts his skills to work capturing personalized drawings [...]

Do you ever find yourself shopping at Dollywood and wish you had more hands to carry all of the bags? I sure do! Well, Dollywood, once again, has provided another guest-friendly solution to your problem—Package Pick-Up. I got to spend a day with the Package Pick-Up team to find out all of the details [...]

Dollywood has it all – rides and restaurants, museums and more. There is something for everyone of every age, whether they’re a thrill seeker, die-hard Dolly fan, or history buff. Knowing that there are many incredible options for guests to experience throughout the park, I went to check out whether this Christmas, I could [...]

Nestled in the heart of Showstreet is one of Dollywood’s hidden gems: The Sweet Shoppe. This darling little store is packed with candies, chocolates, sweet treats and tons of nostalgia. Whether you are looking for fuel to get you through a fun day at the park or on the hunt for a little something [...]

Are you ever looking for just the right gift for a spouse, a parent or an in-law that isn’t just the “usual”?  My daughter, who grew up going to Dollywood, was here for a visit from California this summer and pointed out a unique offering at the park. She had noticed the silhouette cutter [...]

In addition to the beauty of the Smoky Mountains and the excitement and fun of Dollywood, one of the main reasons people visit this region is the abundance of arts and crafts. Isolated by its own mountainous beauty, life in the Smokies once necessitated resourcefulness and handiwork. Necessity of yesterday has inspired and paved [...]

There are many amazing things to do at Dollywood, it’s hard not to be a little sad when you have to head home. Wouldn’t it be great if you could bring a little bit of Dollywood home with you? Mountain Laurel HOME has so many amazing decorations, there’s something for all styles! I wanted [...]

I’m sure you’ve seen antique or “Old Time” photography services around the Pigeon Forge area, but I’m here to tell you that nothing beats Ashley’s Antique Tintype & Old Time Photography at Dollywood. As always, Dolly Parton does it better. Dollywood’s Antique Photography stands out from the rest—and here’s why: 1. The hosts at [...]

I grew up in a family of “souvenir people.” Every vacation mandated a special trinket or tchotchke to help us remember each special family adventure. It was something I looked forward to as a kid with so much anticipation – selecting the perfect item to keep the memory of our family trips alive, long [...]