When Dolly Parton penned the Grammy Award-winning hit 9 to 5 in 1980, it quickly became an anthem for those who spend day after day tolling away at their jobs. Did you know the average person spends a whopping 90,000 hours at work during their lifetime? All that work and no play [...]

Although it may not be the norm, my family has benefitted from the decision to go to church when we’re on vacation– it is fun to see how people from different traditions worship and conduct their Sunday morning services, and visiting new congregations offers a chance to meet people you might not have otherwise. [...]

On a recent trip to Dollywood with my spouse (for what turned out to be one of our best dates ever), I found myself in a bit of a bind. We were pulling up to the gate and I simply could not find our Season Passes. Oh no! Fortunately, I discovered them at the [...]

I recently had the opportunity to attend a company outing—and it was at Dollywood, which happens to be one of my favorite places on earth.  It was such a fun day, I thought I’d share a little about what I learned from Teri Lux, one of Dollywood’s Group Sales Managers, in case a day [...]

Whether single parenting is your full-time arrangement, or just a temporary gig due to your spouse’s schedule, Dollywood is an awesome experience for you and your child! As a single parent of two children, I have learned a few tricks along the way to make solo adventuring at Dollywood possible (and incredibly fun!). 3 [...]

From accessible bathrooms, accommodating Dollywood hosts, ride accessibility, calming spaces, and much more — folks with special needs can travel to Dollywood and have an enjoyable visit. If you or a loved one has any accessibility needs be sure to check out my video. I will take you through some of what Dollywood has to [...]

When your Dollywood trip is getting close enough for you to check the forecast and you see a high chance of rain, your first reaction may be disappointment. But for me, rain in the forecast is a blessing. Rainy days at Dollywood are my favorite. Why? You ask. I’ll tell you. During the spring, [...]

Whether you’re planning a one-time visit or you are a Season Passholder, the Dollywood App makes your park life easier. Here are the most frequently used features that I use when I’m there. 1. BEFORE YOUR VISIT Dates and Hours: We always try to get to the park gates first thing in the morning. [...]

If you are a runner, you have dreamed of crossing many finish lines. Perhaps you’ve even pondered the ultimate runner’s goal – completing a full marathon (26.2 miles). This weekend, the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon will fill the streets of nearby Knoxville, Tennessee, as runners attempt to earn that coveted medal. Why not make [...]

Dollywood is home to more than 50 rides and attractions (not counting the shops, shows and restaurants!), so you may wonder when you walk into the park for the first time…”where do I begin?” Fortunately, there’s no wrong way to start your first day at Dollywood. But if you’re feeling overwhelmed by all of [...]