In February, 2019 I took an awesome risk and drove 10 hours with my boyfriend to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. It was both of our first-times here and we rented a cabin secluded high in the mountains. Gatlinburg is known for its touristy attractions and colorful scenery. For our first trip there, we decided to stay secluded from people and only decided to interact when we needed food from the grocery store. For our trip, as you can see from the pictures above, we decided to hike a trail in the Smoky Mountains. We hiked an easy trail called ‘Grotto Falls’ which had the only waterfall you can walk behind in Smoky Mountains National Park.

5 months later and we were back in Gatlinburg. But this time… My boyfriend and I brought our friends. 8 of us stayed in a comfortable cabin from Airbnb, secluded high in the mountains with amazing views. As a group we hiked a trail called ‘Rainbow Falls.’ Nightlife is better in Gatlinburg with a group of friends. We enjoyed the views of the Gatlinburg Sky Lift at night.

*Assuming the reader is over 21 and legally allowed to consume alcohol, my friends and I highly recommend ‘Ole Smoky Moonshine’ as a souvenir for friends and family if you ever decide to visit Tennessee. A travelers tip: WonderWorks Pigeon Forge (upside down house) and Dollywood are worth visiting if you are looking for more attractions.