Tucked into the Tennessee foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Pigeon Forge is a family entertainment hub, as well as the perfect jumping-off point for the region’s endless outdoor attractions. Smaller amusement venues, musical revues, dinner theaters and shops line the town's main drag, Route 441.
Everything's bigger in Texas, or so the saying goes, and the glittering city of Dallas — known as "The Big D" — confirms the motto. Since its Wild West days, this sprawling metropolis has been a boomtown. Today, cutting-edge cuisine fills its restaurants, the nightlife sizzles, and business is, as usual, thriving.
Deep in the heart of Texas, Austin is known for its uniquely different outlook. Things to do in Austin include the Austin Film Festival, South by Southwest and a visit the Paramount Theater or Sixth Street for the live music scene. Or watch the sun set -- and the bats fly -- at local gem Congress Bridge.