Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Hello, Dollywood!

We have settled back in from our Summer vacation and I wanted to share some photos.  This year we went to...Dollywood!
I think we got a good taste of the park, though my kids weren't into any thrill rides.  It was a long day and we all slept well that night.




The Gazillion Bubble Show was a fun break from the heat.
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We spent one day at the theme park, and the next at the waterpark.
I think I preferred the waterpark.  It was nice to cool off and it was more manageable with young kids.

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We stayed in Sevierville and we enjoyed visiting Little River Gem Mine.  It felt like a true roadside mountain spot, and the kids loved it. 
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One day we rented a pontoon boat on Lake Douglas in Dandridge, TN.
This was a highlight for all of us.  I could have spent the entire trip at the lake and exploring the quaint town of Dandridge.  But when Dolly calls, you answer.



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Last stop, Buc-ees.
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I'm so glad we got to check Dollywood off our list!
I think J could have used another year to really enjoy it, but overall it was a good experience.

Summer is passing so quickly, will share more of our adventures soon.
xLaura