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Want to spend a splendid summer this year? Then take out your motorcycle and head out to East Tennessee
Just like any motorcycle enthusiast, we are always looking for new places to visit on our motorcycle. Without a doubt one of the best vacations is on our beloved motorcycles! However, the success of our trips is also heavily dependent on the locations we plan to visit. We have seen beautiful sceneries in the mountains;
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A Season for Good Cheer
The Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens is a timeless reminder of the importance of finding joy and cheer when our lives are filled with demands. The book was written at a time of great social change, when holidays became less important to celebrate. The story illustrates that holidays are a spirit lifting time for everyone
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Seasonal Festivities to light up Your Holidays
The sights and sounds of the holiday season have a way of lifting our spirits. Traditionally, the last weekend of November begins the transformation of small towns, public parks, and local businesses into holiday wonderlands. Across the 9 Lakes Region, the colorful light displays, holiday music, and seasonal treats will delight the young and young
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Falls’ Bounty- New Shopping and Culinary Adventures to Discover
Fall’s brilliant autumn hues serve as the back drop for events all across the region. In Appalachian tradition, this is the time to get out and celebrate the bounty of the harvest and the beauty of the season. Plan a shopping and culinary adventure. Visit local artisan shops, or sample local food trucks and micro-breweries
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6 Fun Date Ideas Around East Tennessee That Won’t Break The Bank
When you’re in love, any place can feel like heaven on earth. But the 9 Lakes region of Tennessee was actually dubbed “the most heavenly place” by naturalist John Muir. He coined the phrase in the mid-1800s when his Thousand Miles Walk to the Sea took him through ridges and forests. You and your date
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Now Playing- Fairs, Festivals, and Fun
The end of summer can be bittersweet, but here in the 9 Lakes Region the fun hasn’t ended. Colorful fairs and festivals keep the summer fun going. Top of mind for many visitors is asking us about what events are happening when they are “in town.” Summer doesn’t officially end until September 22, so let’s
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Chilling Out: Cool Ideas for the Dog Days of Summer
The “dog days of summer” begin when the Sirius star and the sun are in the same region of the sky. Sometimes called the dog star, Sirius will rise and set along with the sun. The heat of the day
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July 4th Fireworks Shows
There is no shortage of places to view fireworks this July 4th. With the easing of COVID restrictions, events are scheduled across the 9 Lakes Region. As in previous years, you can choose to go by car or by boat to see fireworks displays near to where you are staying. Many of the events will
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Where’s the Beach?
One of the most common questions we get when the summer heats up is “Where’s the beach?” The pleasure of splashing in the water and sharing a picnic basket is a tradition that is popular with families young and old, especially those with toddlers. Luckily, the 9 Lakes Region has designated beaches with facilities, shaded
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More to Love on the Long and Winding Roads of East TN
The 9 Lakes Region is already known for its long, winding roads and scenic vistas. Day tripping along back roads and through small towns is a summer tradition that dates back to the earliest days of automobiles. City folk would exit the hot, industrialized cities to enjoy cool mountain towns and resorts in East Tennessee.
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