The Great Smoky Mountains and East Tennessee are getaway destinations unlike anyplace in the world. The area provides an unparalleled retreat where you can rejuvenate as the winter months come to a close. Being within a day’s driving distance of more than 65% of the of the U.S. population, the Smoky Mountains area has become a very popular place for people to come to recover from spring fever.
Frequent guest to the area will agree that the spring season is a great time to visit the Smokies. In the spring the lush forest of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park blossom with spectacular beauty. The rushing streams are invigorating as the melted snow adds to the relentless flows from the mountain peaks. Waterfalls burst with excitement as the torrents of sparkling water spill over the edge. Brilliant green growth lines the forest floor and numerous varieties of colorful wildflowers sprout from the fertile terrain. Abundant wildlife is awakened in the spring. Fawns are born this time of year populating the area with a graceful splendor. Of course the Black Bear, the icon of the Smoky Mountains, begins to roam as the hibernation cycle has come to an end.
The National Park is not the only place that holds a refreshing opportunity for your visit. The area is also home to the quaint cities of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. In the spring the locals go about freshening the face of these resort cities for the year’s new guest. Thousand of festive flowers are arranged along the streets and sidewalks. Window boxes and hanging planters overflow with appealing flora. Trees are in bloom throughout and meticulously manicured shrubs dot the foreground of the many unique shops and boutiques. Strolling down the Parkway from shop to shop is a revitalizing activity in itself.
The Smoky Mountains lend themselves naturally as the backdrop to the beautiful resort towns helping manifest a setting that’s perfect for recapturing your state of mind. Each mountain town offers a range of lodging choices. You will find traditional motels and hotels with a variety of amenities like balconies over the river and swimming pools. Several stand alone and hotel conference centers can be found throughout the area. There are many bed and breakfast inns available for those that prefer personal service and some pampering. There are also numerous chalet and cabin rentals situated throughout the entire area.
If the privacy and seclusion of a rental cabin is not what you are looking for then another option is to stay in one of the hundreds of condos scattered throughout the area. When it comes to cabins your options cover the spectrum from simple rustic cabins to luxurious mountain estates. You can find cabins with almost any amenity imaginable and a setting in just about any terrain. From the mountaintops to the foothills and from basic to modern state of the art, cabins offer a fantastic option for your lodging needs.
No matter what lodging venue you choose, the Smoky Mountains area is a great place to come to recover from the winter month doldrums. You can enjoy nature to it’s fullest in and around the Great Smoky Mountains National Park while at the same time taking in unique shops, malls, attractions and shows in the surrounding cities and towns.
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