Tennessee

AT Thru-Hike: How Long Does It Take to Hike The Appalachian Trail?

Are you planning to tackle a thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail? Hi! I’m Cindy of Cinders Travels, and the Locals Know Best podcast. In 2022, my husband Barrett and I completed our very own Appalachian Trail thru-hikes. A thru-hike of the Appalachian Trail offers unique experiences, spectacular views, and ample opportunities for personal growth. Whether […]

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AT Thru-Hiker Cindy Scott's Appalachian Trail Gear List

A Complete Appalachian Trail Gear List: Realistic Packing for an AT Thru-Hike in 2024

Two successful AT thru-hikers, a female and male couple, share their Appalachian Trail gear list recommendations and advice for beginners.

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Things to do in Knoxville

The 48 Best Things to do in Knoxville, Tennessee in 2023

Planning a trip to Tennessee? When it comes to big cities in Tennessee, Memphis and Nashville seem to get a lot of attention, but don’t forget to check out Knoxville! The area is beautiful, and I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised!! Hi there! I’m Cindy! On this blog, you’ll find travel and adventure tips collected

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Dollywood Palace Theater

A Thrill Ride Lover’s Guide to Everything NOT to do at Dollywood

This past spring, my husband and I went to Dollywood for the first time ever. In case you’re new to this blog, here’s a quick bit about us. We are full-time RVers. I love to trip plan and help people digitally market their businesses. Barrett is going back to school (online), working toward a degree

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Smoky Mountain Llama Train Transport Vehicle

How a Smoky Mountain Llama Train Gave Me Some Much Needed Perspective

A Smoky Mountain llama train helped me step back and reassess my plans this past month. You might wonder how. Let me explain. If you’ve ever felt like you’ve piled on too much for the week or like you’ve had your eye so attached to the prize that you’ve forgotten to stop and smell the

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