Because Dollywood was at capacity, my husband and I decided to splurge for a timesaver pass. Dollywood offers two types of timesavers, a 10 ride pass, and an unlimited pass. I have to say, I think their system is one of the best. As much as I like theme parks, I'm a total chicken. I won't ride anything that goes upside down or is otherwise too crazy. So, we bought my husband an unlimited pass and I got the 10 ride pass.
It was a perfect solution for us, he could ride all those nutty rides while I scoped out the snacks. The only downside to the 10 ride pass, besides only being able to use it 10 times, is that you only get 1 ride each on The Lightning Rod , the Dragonflier and the Firechaser Express. Don't Miss! Get there early and get the apple butter for dipping the cinnamon bread in.
Our first stop, after checking in and picking up our timesavers, of course, was the Grist Mill. Dollywood is famous for the Grist Mill cinnamon bread and it did not disappoint. I would eat it every day for the rest of my life if I could.
This picture doesn't do it justice, it was so good! Extreme Family Vacations: Beekeeping. After we were sufficiently sugared up, we hit the Village and County Fair section of the park, where I encountered my first and only disappointment. I couldn't believe it! The social distancing measures only allowed the use of every other car.
So, if the Dollywood Express is a must ride for you, get there early! We couldn't do that wait so we decided to pass. The rest of the County Fair area features classic kid and chicken friendly attractions like bumper cars, swings, and other rides that spin.
My husband's bummer moment arrived when he discovered Lightning Rod was already closed for the season. I wasn't going to ride it. I have a policy that I don't ride any roller coaster that would get a speeding ticket on the Turnpike, but he was pretty upset. If Lightning Rod is a must ride for you, you should visit during the summer. Next stop was Craftsman Valley. Craftsman Valley is an area that really makes Dollywood unique. It's filled with different crafts and demonstrations.
You can make your own candles, watch a blacksmith at work, and more. Many theme parks don't do a good job of having things for nonriders to do, but Dollywood really excels in this area.
While we were walking through Craftsman Valley, I kept thinking how much my mom, who is afraid of heights and therefore doesn't ride much, would have enjoyed Dollywood. If you find something you just have to have while shopping, Dollywood will send it to the front of the park for you, free of charge. He said I should have noticed that the ground was wet.
After Daredevil Falls and Craftsman Valley, the next section of the park is where most of the thrill rides and roller coasters are located. Again, total chicken here, but I really liked the Firechaser Express. The Firechaser Express is a roller coaster that features a section where it goes backward. It was the perfect amount of thrill for me. Just scary enough to be fun but not so scary that I was, you know, actually scared. Since Dollywood is built into the mountains, my husband encountered a unique problem on the Wild Eagle.
He said he had never seen so many bees in his life as he did at the top of the first lift hill of the Wild Eagle. And my husband is not a city slicker. He and I both grew up playing in the woods and creeks, so if he says it's a lot of bees, it's a lot of bees. They make quite a spectacle, and the aroma is intoxicating. Other novelties include humungous pizzas at Lumber Jack's Pizza, and equally enormous apple pies at the Spotlight Bakery.
Dollywood's water park is not included with admission to the theme park. Regardless, it is nicely themed and loaded with slides and rides, including a water coaster, a bowl ride, a family raft ride, speed slides and an interactive water play area. There are activities for younger children as well.
If you are looking for a bit of pampering and privacy, consider renting a retreat or a canopy at Splash Country. They offer shade as well as a guaranteed place to relax between rides on the slides. The on-site DreamMore Resort features rooms that are spacious, comfortable and offer family-friendly touches such as bunk beds and activities for children. The rates are reasonable and include intriguing benefits such as complimentary parking and shuttle service to Dollywood and Splash Country.
Dollywood also offers off-site cabins , which can accommodate small as well as large groups. Some of them are located high in the mountains and overlook the park. Many offer features such as fireplaces, full kitchens and nearby swimming pools. Actively scan device characteristics for identification. Use precise geolocation data. Select personalised content. Create a personalised content profile. Measure ad performance. Select basic ads. Create a personalised ads profile.
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Just down the road is Wilderness at the Smokies , a hotel and waterpark resort in Sevierville, Tennessee, about a minute drive from Dollywood. A quick Google search will bring up a few points options like Springhill Suites by Marriott Category 5, 35, Marriott points per night , Tru by Hilton 27, to 30, Hilton Honors points per night , and Home2 Suites by Hilton from 29, to 50, Hilton Honors points per night. Non-points options include Margaritaville and a year-round Christmas-themed hotel.
Dollywood is known for its over-the-top celebrations of each season, drawing many locals for a day trip to take part in the festivities. While the exact dates vary a bit from year to year, these are the tentpole events that keep loyal Dollywood lovers coming back. Note that some festivals may be canceled or postponed due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Dollywood is unique among amusement parks and is a must-visit for all Dolly Parton fans.
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