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Did you know that Ripley’s of the Aquarium of the Smokies was voted the #1 Aquarium in all of the United States? Here are just a few reasons why: ...

In 2022, we're celebrating 50 Years of Mountain Memories at Mountain Laurel Chalets. Share your story online and use the hashtag #MLC50 to be featured in our blog. ...

When staying at one of our Gatlinburg cabins and chalets, some guests like to eat in as much as possible to save money, enjoy their family and of course to enjoy the views of the mountains. Where should you shop for groceries? Some of our guests shop for all of their groceries at home and pack them up in coolers and bags and bring them with to their Gatlinburg vacation. That way you get exactly what you need to make the perfect meals. Others choose to shop in town. We would like to recomm ...

Spring is a great season in Gatlinburg. The snow begins to melt away, the flowers begin to bloom, the weather starts to warm up, and the parkway fills up with visitors and tourists from all over the world. Winter season is officially over and Spring... ...

While strolling down the parkway every morning, it’s not uncommon to see a line of hungry customers waiting eagerly for a tasty breakfast at the Pancake Pantry. At first glance you can’t help but think, “Is it really worth waiting in that long of a line for pancakes?” The answer is YES! ...

Tami Holloman suffers from ALS and wanted to see the mountains one more time. She visited us just a year ago in March of 2019 and had no signs of ALS but 2020 has been a challenging year for her with an unexpected diagnosis of ALS. So her husband, Shad, called Mountain Laurel Chalets to find the perfect chalet with a mountain view that could accomodate Tami with her wheel chair. ...

Go nuts for Donuts! …only if they’re from the Donut Friar, of course. For over 40 years the Donut Friar has been drawing in customers with the sweet aroma of freshly made donuts and other baked goodies. This little cafe is tucked away in the... ...

Hillbilly Golf. What a strange combination… …a strange combination that’s a whole lot of fun! With so many mini-golf options available in the area, it can be hard to chose which one to try. But those who are looking for a truly unique way to... ...

With over 10,000 sea creatures comprising more than 350 individual species, it’s obvious why Ripley’s Aquarium is one of the best. ...

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... ...