As We Travel

05/26/2026

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03/16/2026

Hi new friends, WELCOME to As We Travel!

We’re a family of 6 who love to hit the road… and sometimes our crew grows to as many as 12 people when extended family joins the adventure! 🚐✨

Road trips are our favorite way to travel, and over the years we’ve made memories in places like Disney, Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Anna Maria Island, Destin, and MORE. But we also love discovering new destinations every year and seeing where the road takes us next.

This page is where I share:✨ Travel tips and tricks we learn along the way✨ Family-friendly destinations✨ Theme park advice (especially Disney & Dollywood!)✨ Road trip ideas and itineraries✨ Food finds and hidden gems✨ Honest experiences traveling with a big family.

If something we learn can make your trip easier, cheaper, or more fun, I’m sharing it here! 🙌

Whether you’re traveling with toddlers, teens, or a whole crew like we sometimes do..you’re in the right place.

📍Follow along as we explore, road trip, and make memories As We Travel.

👇 Tell me in the comments:What’s your favorite place you’ve ever road tripped to?

03/16/2026

Dollywood just made a BIG change to one of their most famous treats! 🍞✨

If you’ve ever been to Dollywood, you know the legendary Cinnamon Bread from the Grist Mill is a must-have. Guests literally line up for it every day!

But now there’s a brand new option…

👉 No Sugar Added Cinnamon Bread is officially on the menu!
It’s made with Splenda and Monk Fruit, giving guests a lower-sugar way to enjoy this iconic Smoky Mountain treat.

And don’t worry… it’s still baked fresh daily and served warm just like the classic version. 🔥

Here’s what you’ll find on the menu:
🍞 Cinnamon Bread & Icing – $12.99
🍞 No Sugar Added Cinnamon Bread – $12.99
🍏 Apple Butter or Extra Icing Cup – $1.59

Now the real question… 👇

Are you trying the No Sugar Added Cinnamon Bread, or are you sticking with the classic original? 🤤

Tag someone who ALWAYS gets the cinnamon bread when they visit Dollywood! 👇

03/15/2026

One of the sweetest little surprises from our day at Dollywood yesterday 🍎🎶

We were just walking through the park when we ran into Apple Jack strolling along with his banjo. He stopped, chatted with Mason, and even played us a tune right there in the middle of the walkway.

Moments like that are what make Dollywood so special! The unexpected music, the friendly faces, and the little memories you didn’t plan but will always remember.

If you see Apple Jack in the park, stop and say hi… you might just get your own private banjo concert. ❤️

03/15/2026

Life has been moving both fast and slow for me lately. 🤍

Over the last year we became season passholders at Dollywood, and at the same time I’ve been navigating some health stuff that has reminded me just how important it is to slow down and soak in every moment with my family. Because of that, I haven’t been posting much… honestly I haven’t even taken many photos. I’ve just been fully present in the memories.

But now that we have one Dollywood season under our belts (and just started our second!) I’m excited to start sharing our trips, tips, and little moments again. ✨

And… Disney is calling us back this winter. 🏰

So if you’re still here, stick around. Travel tips, Dollywood fun, and Disney magic are coming your way again soon. 💫

01/15/2025

Hey y’all, long time no see! I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas and a good start to the new year!

I am so excited for this year! We became Dollywood season passholders for 2025 so we will be spending a lot of time there. I hope to get back into posting, doing videos, etc so I can bring yall with us too and get you all the deets!

Here is the first set of details for 2025!
It’s the 40th anniversary celebration for Dollywood and they have so much going on!

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Here are some things you can look forward to in 2025 for our 40th Anniversary:

• New stage show celebrating the park's illustrious history of entertainment

• New drone and fireworks show honoring the 40th anniversary

• A newly-refreshed Country Fair featuring all-new seasonal overlays during Harvest Festival and Smoky Mountain Christmas presented by Humana

10/09/2024

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08/11/2024

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