With over 10,000 sea creatures comprising more than 350 individual species, it’s obvious why Ripley’s Aquarium is one of the best. ...
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EMBRACE THE COLORS OF THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS

It’s that time of year when Gatlinburg begins to transform into a beautiful palette of reds, orange, and yellows. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park attracts visitors from all over the world looking to catch a glimpse of the mountain’s exploding canvas of color. The... ...
Read MoreYOUR FAMILY IS OUR COMPANY

Have you ever noticed how many rocking chairs line the sidewalk along the parkway of downtown Gatlinburg? Seems like anywhere you go in East Tennessee a rocking chair is inviting you to rest. Ahhh rest… Isn’t that what vacation is for? There is so much... ...
Read MorePERKS OF BEING FAMILY FIRST

“Your Family is our Company” As a business that has been family-owned for over 40 years, Mountain Laurel Chalets takes the term, “Family First” to a whole new level. Mountain Laurel Chalets invites your family to be a part of our family through the Family First Program.... ...
Read MoreROCKY TOP SPORTS WORLD

Rocky Top Sports World is every athlete’s dream and an event organizer’s paradise. The 80 acre state-of-the-art sports campus sits right in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. Located just 10 minutes away from the entrance of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and a short 4 mile drive to the scenic downtown Gatlinburg parkway; this family-oriented destination is the premier place for hosting tournaments, camps, community events and even birthday parties. Rocky Top also offers weekly recreati ...
Read MoreONE BEDROOM CABINS & CHALETS IN GATLINBURG

While looking for a place to getaway in Gatlinburg for a reasonable price, one bedroom cabins are the way to go. Gatlinburg’s one bedroom cabins make spending time with your significant other that much more special. These cozy cabins are the perfect size for a... ...
Read MoreCHALETS PERFECT FOR THE WINTER SEASON

Snow on these mountains is always beautiful but can also be very dangerous. All of MLC’s chalets and cabins are located on the mountain which means the roads to each unit can be very steep, narrow and curvy. It’s REQUIRED that guests bring snow chains or a reliable vehicle with 4 wheel drive. ...
Read MoreBEAR SAFETY 101

Bears, bears everywhere! This year has been a year of bears. Recently, the Great Smoky Mountain’s National Park Service issued a park alert of increased bear activity. Although these furry creatures appear cute and cuddly, it’s important to keep in mind that they are wild and unpredictable animals. ...
Read MoreEXPERIENCE HISTORY IN THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS

History is everywhere here in East Tennessee! A walk down the Gatlinburg Parkway, consists of live folk and bluegrass music, old family recipes of homemade candies and shops filled with original artwork crafted by local artisans. Many of these skills and recipes have been passed... ...
Read MoreHONEYMOON IN GATLINBURG PREMIER ROMANTIC CABINS

After the wedding bells ring, the cake is cut, and friends and family make their celebratory farewell, where will you escape to as you embark on your first days of marriage? Gatlinburg’s premier cabin company, Mountain Laurel Chalets, offers romantic getaways where couples can escape... ...
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