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On your next visit to the Smoky Mountains and the Gatlinburg resort area, you may want to take in something a little different and visit Ripley’s Aquarium Of The Smokies which is right close to the entrance of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. I say this is a bit of a different attraction because the Gatlinburg Smoky Mountains area is known for its camping, hiking, cycling, whitewater rafting and many more outdoor sports and activities, but the Aquarium is well worth seeing and will be something you and your family will remember about your Gatlinburg vacation for many years to come.

Ripley’s Aquarium features some 10,000 sea creatures from more than 350 species. There are actually more fish in the Gatlinburg Ripley’s Aquarium than there are people living in Gatlinburg itself. There is also lots more to see at Ripleys than just aquariums and sea creatures. There is a rainforest, the Gallery Of The Seas, Systems Control, Shark Lagoon, Stingray Bay, Discovery Center, Ocean Realm, Coral Reef and more. This aquarium is so big, its water control systems filter more water in a day than does the entire coty of Gatlinburg.

There are several events going on year round at Ripley’s and you can even have a sleepover in the shark tank if you’d like. You can’t actually sleep in the tank, just in the tube that runs through it. Pretty cool, huh?

Ripleys Aquarium Of The Smokies is open year round 365 day and there hours are 9 am to 9 pm Sunday thru Thursday and 9 am to 11pm Friday and Saturday. Admission cost is $19.99 for adults 12 years old and older, $10.99 for children 6 thru 11 and $4.99 for children 2 to 5. That’s one of the least expensive attractions in the Smoky Mountains except for the national park so that’s an incredible deal to entertain the wold family on your next Gatlinburg vacation.

Don’t miss Ripley’s Aquarium.

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Shenandoah is the name of this beautiful log home rental located almost exactly in between the towns of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge Tennessee. If you are looking to spend your next Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg vacation in total luxury in a completely out of the ordinary vacation rental, then you must stay at Shenandoah. It truly is like nothing you have ever experienced in any log cabin or vacation rental.

This home features 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms and is a cut above even what you may have seen in other luxury accommodations in the Smoky Mountains area. The home or cabin will sleep up to 10 people in its bedrooms that feature 4 king beds and 1 queen bed and at least 2 bedrooms boast their own fireplaces. Amenities are what makes a great vacation and this Gatlinburg accommodation in the Smokies will most be remembered for. Some of those luxury amenities include a Jacuzzi, 4 Fireplace, Gas, Hot Tub, Pool Table in the Gentleman’s quarters, Washer/Dryer, a full kitchen featuring stainless steel commercial appliances and granite counter tops, 5 Tv’s-vcr/dvd, grand stair case and much more.

The gentleman’s quarters mentioned in the amenities list is fashioned after the Victorian era and features beautiful paneled walls, a big screen television, pool table, fireplace, stereo system, bar, leather couches and more. It is a thing of beauty and will give you the feeling you are back in the days of the great lodges and grand mansions when you relax in it. The cabin also features a private pool and a private lake for even more enjoyment. The private pool seating section is covered to keep the sun off for those not enjoying the water.

Since Shenandoah Lodge is located right in the middle of Pigeon Forge and downtown Gatlinburg, you will have easy access to all the shopping, attractions, restaurants and goodies that these two towns have to offers to vacationers. Pigeon Forge features Dollywood, golf, go cart tracks, comedy clubs, dinner theaters and more. Gatlinburg features the Gatlinburg Titanic exhibit, Ripley’s Believe It or Not, Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies plus great restaurants, the Gatlinburg Space Needle, Ober Gatlinburg Ski area, The Skyway and lots more to do and see while on your Smoky Mountain vacation.

Now with this kind of location, the size and luxuries of this home and the incredible amenities.it is not inexpensive to stay at Shenandoah Lodge. Rates start around $435 per night and are more on holidays and special events. But because this place is so over the top for a vacation rental in the Smokies, it is booked fairly far in advance.

You can make reservations and get more info about this incredible luxury home rental Gatlinburg here. Oh, I almost forgot to let you know about the beautifully decorated ocean bedroom in this vacation rental as well. The entire wall of this ocean themed room is painted as an under sea mural and is perfect for the little ones or even for this that have a fascination with thee sea. There are many more things that this cabin in Gatlinburg has to offer the Smoky Mountain vacationer and you will just have to wait and see them when you come and stay here. Make your reservations today.

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Take a break and head off to the lesser known resort area of Blue Ridge Georgia and check out Aska Adventure Lodge as your Blue Ridge cabin rental. The best thing about this 3 bedroom 3 bath vacation rental, that’s located only 5 minutes from town, is the outdoor fireplace on the expansive deck. While many people head off to the Gatlinburg Tennessee area for a vacation in the Smokies, some people have discovered Blue Ridge GA located just about an hour or so north of the Atlanta area.

The town is a picturesque postcard setting that has a population of only 1,000 people, although many more come to visit because it certainly won’t remain a secret forever. And the Aska Adventure Lodge will give you vacation memories for years to come. You may not want to ever leave your cabin when you find out all the amenities this vacation rental is loaded with. How does a pool table, air hockey, a home theater, a pool table, Xbox, a hot tub, a 55 inch television, high speed wireless internet access and much more sound to keep you occupied?

Of course there’s also the town of Blue Ridge you can venture into and take a train ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway or just get a cup of coffee at the local coffee shop and browse the local antique shops and have leisurely lunch in town?

If you’d like to rent Aska Adventure Lodge it goes for $195 per night or you can rent it for the week and get a free night. In other words, if you stay 6 nights, your 7th night is free. Try getting a hotel suite for a week and get a free room, that isn’t going to happen and neither is the price.

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Notice the spelling on Layz Dayz Lodge in Gatlinburg Tennessee located in the heart of the Smoky Mountains. Yes, the spelling is a little weird, but this luxurious 4 bedroom 3 bath cabin is filled with great decor, beautiful furniture and amenities that may make you want to never leave. To start out with, this cabin is huge with its 3 stories and 2,300 square feet.

Layz Dayz Lodge is outfitted with 2 king beds, 2 queen beds and 6 twin beds and able to take up to 16 adults. Amenities include air hockey, a pool table, Foosball, game table, 4 tv’s with 125 channel Total Choice Plus package including sports, gas grill, hot tub on the deck, Jacuzzi and a bunch of other things to keep you occupied for your whole vacation. Included with all these great amenities is a perfect view of the Smoky Mountains from your decks. The mountain view is worth the price alone!

Rental rates range from $225 per night to 360 per night depending on time of year and length of stay.  Also, if you stay 5 nights you can get the 6th night free or if you book for the spring, you can get 15% off your whole stay.

You are really going to love taking your next vacation in Gatlinburg when you stay at Layz Dayz Lodge at Gatlinburg Cabins online. Start planning now for the best vacation in the Smokies you have ever had.

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yes, there are a lot of cabins to rent in the Gatlinburg Tennessee area of the Smoky Mountains, but not many are authentic log cabins. If you would like to spend your next Smoky Mountain vacation in the real McCoy, then Lil’ Bit of Paradise from Mountain Rentals of Gatlinburg should suit you just fine.

The authentic construction on this 2 bedroom 2 bath cabin makes this vacation rental rustic, cozy and comfortable. he cabin is located at the end of a private drive and is secluded and private. Amenities feature a charcoal and gas grill, a porch swing, hot tub, free wifi internet access (if you must bring your computer on vacation), free long distance service and an expanded movie and sports package on the tv’s.

The cabin sleeps 1 to 4 people and is located near Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. The rental rate is $120 per night or $720 a week which essentially gives you a night for free. Enjoy your next Gatlinburg vacation in Lil’ Bit of Paradise in the Great Smoky Mountains.

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