Hi !

Spring break is right around the corner. I don't know about you, but I cannot wait! We have very limited dates left for spring dates, but don't worry, we are open for summer bookings!

What's new with our cabins:

Ridge Top Adventure Cabin

We just installed an EV charger. Now you can bring your Tesla or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle and not worry about getting a charge!

Also, we got to spend some time at the cabin recently and spruced up some things. You'll notice new little touches like new coffee syrups, laser tag, bedside lamps and so much more. It was so fun to work a little and play a little while at the cabin. My favorites were hiking in the National Park and the Moonshine Mountain coaster.



"TBD" Cabin

Yes, that's right! We have a new cabin coming soon! Don't miss my next email later today. I'll share a bit more info and be looking for your input for ideas!

Events in the Smokies:

March kicks off the spring season in the Smokies with so many great events to consider.

• Many outdoor activities are back in full swing in the spring from mountain coasters to ziplining to white water rafting. Trailheads that were closed in the winter months are opening up again too.
• March 11: Dollywood opening day with 50th anniversary special I Will Always Love You running through April 8
• March 12-18: "Get Lucky in Gatlinburg" St. Patty's Day Fun all around town
• March 17: St. Patty's Day at the Island
• March 20-22: The SkyWalk at Gatlinburg SkyLift Park
• March 24-25: Corvette Expo at LeConte Center
• April 1: Whiskey & Bacon Festival at Ober Mountain
• April 5-8: Great Smoky Easter Arts & Crafts Show
• April 8: Pigeon Forge Easter Egg Hunt
• April 13-15: Pigeon Forge Spring Rod Run
• April 14-June 5: Blooms and Tunes at Anakeesta
• April 21-June 11: Dollywood Flower and Food Festival
• April 22: Mountain Man Memorial March
• April 28: Music in the Mountains Spring Parade
• May 5-7: Hands On Gatlinburg at Arts & Crafts Community
• May 18-20: Grand National F-100 Ford Show

Ridge Top Adventure Cabin is currently available March 18-20, March 23-25 and April 10-22. We're now booking for summer too, so don't miss your chance, book today! You can check availability and book here: www.vacationadventuresbyvicki.com/book

New in 2023:

There are a lot of new and exciting things coming to the Smokies. In case you haven't seen my FB or IG posts, here are my top two to try out.

• Anakeesta is adding 3 new attractions:

- Hellbender- a double rail mountain coaster

- Birdventure- a kids adventure zone featuring over 50 feet of mountain serpentine slides

- European-themed village with retail shops, restaurants, breweries and entertainment stage

• Firelight Rooftop will be a new rooftop restaurant and bar featuring signature cocktails, delicious Tapas-style plates and breathtaking views

Resources:

Check out some highlights for the whole year in this blog:

Events in the Smokies in 2023

And what for another blog soon highlighting outdoor & National Park activities.

A Local Legend, at least according to us!

Painted Bear Coffee Co

This new coffee shop in Gatlinburg near the Arts and Craft Community is the perfect stop on your way into Gatlinburg or even worth a separate drive for one of their delicious coffees! Their beans are locally roasted at Snow Bird Mountain Bird in Newport, TN. And I'm telling you, their lil' hot honey latte was so good!

Smoky Mountain Bears:

Bear cubs are born in the Smokies in the first few months of the year. It is pretty unbelievable that they weigh far less than a human at birth, at only about 8 ounces. They are also born blind. While 3 is the average litter size, Mama bears may give birth to 1 to 6 cubs at a time.

Photo credit: Paulette Cloutier Photography

We haven't met yet? Who's the host:

I absolutely love the Great Smoky Mountains. And I love helping my guests have an exceptional vacation experience. My last guest not only called Ridge Top Adventure Cabin "heaven on earth", they also cried when it was time to go! The memories families and friends make at our cabin inspires me every day! And owning this all as my own business allows me flexibility to be there for my three teenage boys and my husband.

Thank you for being part of my adventure.

All my best,

Vicki