Dollywood Discussion Thread

[Bryce232Donkeys are my way of life!]

There's a photo on the park's Facebook of the sculpture with the wings attached.....very, very impressive looking, and they're not even done with the area yet:

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[molemaster43A not-so-awesome title]

Wow. That looks amazing. I cannot wait for this ride to open and I just love its theming. The sculpture is just... AWESOME!!!

[cal1br3ttoWhy do I still have a donkey title???]

So stunning. I hope this level of attention to theming becomes contagious.

[slither37A donkey is a domesticated member of the Equidae or horse family.]

Daughter and I are going to Dollywood for first time ever the weekend of March 31. Staying in Gatlinburg. I would appreciate any tips for dining (outside the park, from what I have read can not go wrong INSIDE the park) or any other suggestions regarding the park or surroundings.

[molemaster43A not-so-awesome title]

If you drive to Pigeon Forge, there is Dixie Stampede Dinner Theater which features good food and a good show between the North and the South. If you like something basic, hit Denny's, they're always good! There are more options, but I cannot think of any more. Oh, and if you are interested in mini golf, there are plenty of options throughout Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, and Gatlinburg.

[CoasterGuy06When I grow up, I want to breed donkeys!]

^^For breakfast Pancake Pantry in downtown Gatlinburg is awesome. There is usually a line to get in, but it moves fast. They also only accept cash unless something has changed recently.

[ernierockerWhy do I still have a donkey title???]

I dont know if this has been mentioned or not but will Wild Eagle have a single rider line?

No.

I would appreciate any tips for dining

First of all, definitely take advantage of Dollywood's amazing dining options. Seriously, just try as much as you can! If you do find yourself outside the park looking for someplace to eat, here are some suggestions: (The area has every place you can think of to eat, but these are a couple of options that are unique to the area)

Southern Food

http://www.applewoodfarmhouserestaurant.com/home.html

This is pretty much turned into a tourist trap type place but the food is still really good. This is the place that brings you apple fritters with apple butter and apple julep with every meal. The apple fritters are pretty much amazing!

http://www.oldmillsquare.com/restaurant.htm

Another restaurant that is pretty much its own tourist trap. Usually, rated the top restaurant in the area. Will be crowded most of the time.

If you like beer

http://www.coppercellar.com/Restaurant-SmokyMountainBrewery.html

Decent selection of beers probably the best in the area. Food is good too.

Italian

Gondolier Pizza

Love this restaurant! Only about five minutes from the park. They have pizza, italian staples, sandwiches, subs, pretty much everything.

There are also a TON of pancake house type places. I have been to a bunch of them and they are all about the same, but I can tell you the Pancake Pantry (most famous of the bunch) in Gatlinburg almost always has a line around the building.

If you are into miniature golf, you wont have a problem finding one. The most unique is certainly Hillbilly Golf in Gatlinburg.

There is also a show produced by Cirque Du Soleil located on the main drag between Pigeon Forge and Sevierville.

For anything else you could imagine doing in the area or most importantly avoid, feast your eyes on this masterpiece of a thread:

Erik & Smisty's Smoky Mountain Adventures

hit Denny's, they're always good!

[Intimidator305Challenge me at Donkey Kong...I dare ya!]

Denny's? Hahaha. That'd be one of the last places I'd eat when I'm in the Smokies. So so so many unique and delicious restaurants to choose from. Also, besides restaurants there is a ton to do in the area such as the Ripley's attractions, mini-golf, lots of shows, tons of go-kart complexes, Titanic museum, WonderWorks, Jurassic Jungle Boat ride (HAHA!), Ober Gatinburg, and so much more! There's a reason our family visits the Smokies every year!

Fun Fact: The Salt & Pepper Shaker Museum is in Gatlinburg!

[molemaster43A not-so-awesome title]

Sorry about the double post, but we ate there for dessert!!! And I liked the Jurassic boat ride and I also thought the go-kart complex that goes in the giant helix (no banking) was fun and gave airtime on the drop right after the helix.

[Guy T. KoeppNow with Extra Retarded Flavor]

if you don't mind the short drive into Gatlinburg, try out the Mellow Mushroom. They have awesome Pizzas, Calzones, and Italian Food, not to mention an amazing selection of beer. Also, the Gatlingurg area is pretty cool to walk around in the evening with all the candy shops and attractions. You should definitely check it out.

http://www.mellowmushroom.com/