[Outfit of the day]
We got there as they were opening and found a parking spot right out front. You can take a gondola up the mountain and they also have vans if you prefer to drive up.
We bought our tickets online and got through the entry line quickly. We boarded our high speed all glass gondola for a smooth, gorgeous ride to the top.
The views at the top were stunning. We climbed up the observation tower for even more views of the Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg.
We weren't really sure what to expect of Anakeesta but we loved it.
We caught "The Vampirettes" show and enjoyed their on spin on popular songs.
We were there for the Bear-Varian Festival that begins in late August and runs through November 1st.
It felt like a Bavarian village.
We enjoyed walking around and seeing it all.
We explored The Treetop Skywalk which is the longest tree based sky walk in North America. It had 880 feet of bridges that hang 50-60 feet in the air to get a birds eye view of the forest and mountains. It was beautiful but I was happy when we finished, my legs were a little wobbly!
I had to check out Willow's Toyshop.
There were lots of places to just sit and enjoy this spectacular view.
We decided to join in on the Bear-Varian Beer Tasting and got Beer Tasting Cards. We each got 6 samples and could choose from all of these brews from around the park.
We shared this massive soft pretzel with our first beer (and a view!) as part of the Bear-Varian Fall Fest.
We also caught the Bear-Varian Bonanza Games for Oktoberfest fun.
Willow is the park's mascot and known as the Keeper of The Forest.
Bird Venture had larger than life bird houses, interactive adventure zones and slides.
We had a great day at Anakeesta!
We came back to the hotel and enjoyed some time at the pool.
Taking in the views from the rooftop area of the hotel.
Heading out to dinner.
Mr Click found a highly rated Mexican restaurant called Cielito Lindo.
The food was great!
We stopped at Andy's Frozen Custard on the way home and we liked that as well
Another full and fun day!
to be continued...
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3 comments:
So much fun. I enjoyed all the photos. :-)
Wow Heather, what a great trip and a fun place to visit. The beer and the large pretzel looked amazing plus the pretty views. You and Mr. Click take such fun vacations and I enjoyed looking at the photos.
Your braids and your blue shorts are just adorable. I also love those bright blue drinks and the pool! I love all this fall color, but I really do miss summer. Thanks for sharing some of it. ☺️
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