Dollywood

"A flagship amusement park in Pigeon Forge, TN, known for its roller coasters and entertainment rooted in the culture and heritage of the Smoky Mountains." - Carly Caramanna Carly Caramanna Carly Caramanna is a theme park and travel journalist who has spent her professional career in New York City, Nashville, and Los Angeles. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Yaho

"A family amusement park in the Smoky Mountains known for its Southern charm and diverse food offerings." - Paul O. Mims

"The eggnog bread pudding at Dollywood's Front Porch Cafe replaces traditional custard with eggnog, resulting in a moist, dense, spoon-soft bite with a crunchy crust. It's topped with cinnamon-caramel sauce, butter pecan ice cream, and homemade whipped cream for a holiday treat." - Sarah Bisacca

"Dollywood is a theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, created by Dolly Parton. It provides a family-friendly environment with various attractions, including the Wild Eagle wing roller coaster ride. The park is celebrating its 40th season in 2025, offering dream getaways for families, which include a VIP Dollywood experience with a two-night resort stay. The park features an array of activities and is surrounded by the family-friendly attractions of Pigeon Forge." - Rachel Chang Rachel Chang Rachel Chang is a travel and pop culture journalist who contributes to Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Lonely Planet, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

"Dolly Parton partnered with an old Tennessee theme park and rebranded it Dollywood, where she still serves up heaping plates of her mother’s famous recipe for fried chicken." - Amy McCarthy