Dollywood does a lot of listening. Sometimes we get questions about why we do things a certain way, or why we can’t bend a rule. I can tell you that no decision is made without careful thought and consideration. Today, I want to utilize our blog to share with you about a panel of [...]
Holiday lights. Getting together with friends to make memories at Christmas events. Planning on things to do this Christmas. Being outside in the crisp November weather for some fresh air and the sense that Santa is on his way soon (preferably with some of those cute reindeers). Ever wish there was a place and [...]
Mountain Laurel HOME has been a fantastic addition to Dollywood this season. My HGTV-lovin’ heart adores the farmhouse décor and practical home goods, but I’m not the only one who approves of the new store. When Mountain Laurel HOME opened, one thing guests told us was that they loved being able to buy Lodge [...]
Dollywood is a special place. I know, I know… I’ve said that to start so many blogs I’m sure you’re tired of hearing it. “You have to tell us that because you work there,” you’re thinking. No, I really do feel that way about Dollywood, and sometimes things happen and I feel I need [...]
I remember the first time I heard Andy Stanley say it: “Do for one what you wish you could do for everyone.” That simple thought gave me permission to say yes more. There’s no way I can buy lunch for everyone I know, but I can do it for one. This principle can be [...]
One of the most fun projects I get to be a part of is our Dollywood Insider panel. While the Dollywood team loves providing you detailed information about our parks, festivals, lodging properties, and events, we also realize you want tips and tricks from people who don’t receive a paycheck from the place we’re [...]
No trip to the Smokies should be complete without a hike on a mountain trail, some delicious Southern cooking and – believe it or not – a trip to one of the area’s amazing museums. Here are some of my favorite museums here in our mountains. All Things Dolly. I have probably been in [...]
I don’t think I really have to explain to you that working at a theme park is pretty cool. I mean, even on your worst day, you still get to say, “I work in a theme park.” But we’re lucky because we work at (yes, I’m biased) one of the best theme parks in [...]
When it’s cold outside, I would just rather be inside. I know that the fresh crisp air is supposed to be good for me, but I just don’t agree. There’s a reason that generations of my family have lived in the warm climate of the South and just endure those several months a year [...]
I was asked to try to convey what it is like working at Dollywood. As a relative newbie (I have been here 18 years) I have my opinions but the experience of working at Dollywood is certainly nothing I experienced anywhere else I have worked. In a culture like Dollywood’s, people tend to stick [...]
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