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As we charge into Spring, Gatlinburg continues to be the “go-to” destination in the country. First-quarter numbers for visitation, conventions, and groups have exceeded expectations and once again, making Gatlinburg the preferred destination for conventions and groups in the United States.
In this edition, we spotlight The Glenstone Lodge, located within walking distance to the Gatlinburg Convention Center, Smith & Son Corner Kitchen Restaurant, new CVB Sales Assistant Brittany, as well as recent Gatlinburg accolades from Southern Living, Travel & Leisure, and Far & Wide.
Thank you again to all our conventions, groups, and events for making Gatlinburg the number one destination in the country!
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Convention Center: 148,000 square feet of total space
Sleeping Rooms: 4,000+ Surrounding the convention center including full and limited-service hotels, condominiums, chalets, and cabins.
Dining Options: 100+ restaurants, from casual to elegant gourmet establishments with the majority within walking distance to hotels and the convention center.
Shopping: 500+ shops with 5 malls plus the largest arts and crafts community in the u.s.
Attractions: 40+ along with many other entertainment options with the majority within walking distance to hotels and the convention center.
Rocky Top Sports World: Named top Multi-Use Sports Facility by SportsEvents Magazine and Favorite Indoor Venue by Sports Destination Management Magazine.
Gatlinburg Golf Course: Named Best Municipal Golf Course in Tennessee by Golf Digest Magazine.
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Smith & Son Corner Kitchen
Located in the center of downtown Gatlinburg and across the street from the Gatlinburg Convention Center, Smith & Son Corner Kitchen features an All-American menu with something special for everyone. Their friendly staff will ensure your visit is enjoyable and offer you exceptional service. Choose from an ample selection of appetizers, salads, pasta, burgers, entrees, and more.
Smith & Son Corner Kitchen bartenders are experts at mixing your favorite drink and unique craft cocktails. Along with a private event area offering full catering options, it’s the perfect venue for group outings to experience a new tradition of the Great Smoky Mountains experience.
At Smith & Son Corner Kitchen, they merge Southern Hospitality with Smoky Mountain flavor!
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Glenstone Lodge
The Glenstone Lodge is a popular venue for groups offering affordable and spacious rooms and Suites in Gatlinburg's most convenient location. Just located a few blocks from downtown and the Gatlinburg Convention Center and enough off the beaten path to shelter your guests from traffic and pedestrian noise.
This Gatlinburg tradition features an indoor pool with a relaxing hot tub and beautiful waterfall. An outdoor pool along with the Riverdeck Pavilion (which is located next to Leconte Creek). A perfect setting for a cook-out or picnic with 10,000 sq. ft of Meet-and-Greet and Banquet space along with wireless internet access.
Glenstone Lodge also provides free parking and is within walking distance to the area’s best attractions, restaurants, and distilleries! There is even a stop for the Gatlinburg Trolley right at the hotel that takes you to the main trolley hub!
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More Accolades for Gatlinburg! |
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Gatlinburg Convention Center Events |
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The Gatlinburg Convention Center is the first in the region to achieve the Global Biorisk Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities. Under the guidance of GBAC, a Division of ISSA, the worldwide cleaning industry association, the Gatlinburg Convention Center has implemented the most stringent protocols for cleaning, disinfection, and infectious disease prevention in its facility.
To achieve GBAC STAR™ accreditation, Gatlinburg Convention Center was required to demonstrate compliance with the program’s 20 core elements, which range from standard operating procedures and risk assessment strategies to personal protective equipment and emergency preparedness and response measures.
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Watch our video on things to do in Gatlinburg! |
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Check out this video on The Gatlinburg Convention Center |
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We would love the chance to “update” you on all the new and exciting developments that Gatlinburg has going to ensure that when it comes to your future conventions, meetings, and events, Gatlinburg has your event covered!
If you would like to be on the distribution list and receive future Gatlinburg Update Quarterly e-newsletters, please email sales@gatlinburg.com and request to be added. Please feel free to forward The Gatlinburg Update to anyone you feel will find it informative.
This edition of the Gatlinburg Update Quarterly Newsletter is our 21st. If you are interested in viewing earlier editions, please click GCVB Sales Quarterly Newsletter.
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Gatlinburg CVB | Sales Department | 865-436-2392 | sales@gatlinburg.com| www.gatlinburg.com/info |
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