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Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, one of the most popular destinations in the Southeast, and an advocate for the family vacation, is spreading the word that this is the year to visit the Smoky Mountain town.
Why now? Why 2010?
The answer may be in the lyrics of “Turnaround,” a song from the Tony and Academy award-winning musical, “Fiddler On The Roof.”
“Where are you going, my little one…. Turn around and you’re two, turn around and you’re four, turn around and you’re a young girl….” The lyricist’s point is that kids grow up fast, and the time to make memories is fleeting.
That’s why your vacation mantra should be “Pigeon Forge in 2010!” Nestled at the foothills of Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the town is filled with fun activities the entire family, from toddlers to grandparents, making it the perfect destination to create lasting memories.
Dozens of action-packed attractions line the Parkway, the main street that spans the length of Pigeon Forge. Go-cart tracks and mini-golf courses are joined by bungee jumps, laser tag and other adventures. Unless you’ve visited New Zealand, you may have missed Zorb®, a large inflatable ball that takes one to three people on a rolling ride down an East Tennessee hill — think hamster ball for humans!
The kid in everyone comes out at WonderWorks, fondly referred to as an amusement park for the mind. Dozens of interactive activities fill the attraction; easily spotted in Pigeon Forge — it’s the only upside down building in Pigeon Forge.
No visit to East Tennessee would be complete without a day at Dollywood. This year the popular theme park celebrates its 25th anniversary. Rides from mild to wild, musical productions, crafts, games and more await park visitors. And between Memorial Day and Labor Day, Pigeon Forge visitors can cool off at Dollywood’s Splash Country, a multi-acre water park filled with thrilling slides, a lazy river and other ways to have fun on a warm summer day.
Stage shows can be found from one end of Pigeon Forge to the other. Country, bluegrass, rock ‘n’ roll, Motown and gospel are just a few of the musical styles you’ll hear. There’s also a good dose of comedy and magic to round out your entertainment options. Don’t miss Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, the smash Broadway hit, making its debut in Pigeon Forge this year.
Enjoy dinner and a show at one of the city’s dinner theaters, where you can satisfy your appetite for a great meal and outstanding entertainment.
Making memories often involves buying the perfect souvenir, and Pigeon Forge has more than 300 outlet stores and specialty shops, making it easy to find a Smoky Mountain treasure.
Speaking of the Smoky Mountains, there are more than 800 miles of hiking trails in the renowned national park, where all ages can get back to nature and share the beauty of the outdoors.
Make this the year you create vacation memories with your family, and make Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, your destination of choice. For more information visit MyPigeonForge.com.
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