October 1-2, 2011

Horror Weekend 2011 is not your usual Smoky Mountain event, but it’s coming to Gatlinburg this October 1-2!  Here’s your chance to meet and greet some of your favorite Horror genre stars at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.  Celebrity guests will participate in Q&A panels, autograph signings, and photo ops using your own camera.

The horror events take place Saturday, October 1 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday October 2 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.  In addition to the celebrity activities and special movie screenings, the convention center will be filled with vendors specializing in all things scary, collectibles, costumes, party supplies, and more.

The celebrity lineup includes:
Heather Langenkamp (Nancy, Nightmare On Elm Street)
Tony Todd (Candyman, Night of the Living Dead)
Doug Jones (Abe Sapien, Hellboy)
Derek Mears (Jason Voorhees, 2009 Friday the 13th)
Margot Kidder (Amityville Horror)
Andrew Bryniarski (Thomas Hewitt aka Leatherface, Texas Chainsaw Massacre)
PJ Soles (Lynda Van Der Klok, Halloween)
Amanda Wyss (Christina “Tina” Gray, Nightmare On Elm Street)
Ari Lehman (The 1st Jason Voorhess, Friday the 13th Part I)
Be sure to check out his horror/rock band “First Jason” that will be performing.
J. Larose (Saw 3 & 4)
And More!!

Tickets are $20 per day, or $30 if paying for both days in advance.  Children under 10 are admitted free with a paying adult.  Want even more fun?  Purchase a VIP event ticket—of which only 30 are available—to have access to the Hard Rock Cafe Kick-Off Bash with live music by Radio Cult on Friday night and a VIP Party with the Stars on Saturday Night.  VIP purchases also include upfront screening seats, subscription to Fangoria Magazine, tickets to Ripley’s Haunted Adventure, and more!  Visit Horror Weekend in Gatlinburg for full details and ticket purchases.

Stay with us, just steps from the Hard Rock Café!  Call Twin Islands or Crossroads Inn directly for availability and some “not so scary” room rates.

Now through August 13

6th Annual Gatlinburg Summer Music Festival Now through August 13

Gatlinburg celebrates its Smoky Mountain heritage during this free summer-long community event featuring period musical performances, storytellers and artisans.  Parkway sidewalks become stages for performing characters that arrive nightly at 6 p.m. and entertain until 11 p.m.  Evenings in downtown become an interactive, educational and entertaining experience for the entire family!

Walk outside your door of Crossroads Inn or Twin Islands and enter a world of Appalachian entertainment!  Tap your toes along with “The Back Porch Cloggers,” hear the stories of a pioneer teacher, enjoy the 1930s and 1940s sounds of “The Pea Pickin’ Hearts,” and be amazed by the harmonies of the “Gatlinburg Barbershop Boys.”  There’s also traditional mountain music by local “Booger Town Gap,” “Rattlesnake Hollow,” “Earl & Pearl,” and the “Whiskey Bent Valley Boys,  all of who play 1800s Appalachian music with folk-like lyrics that tell stories of the lives of early mountain families.  Later in the evening, bluegrass bands play all the favorite standards, including the famous “Rocky Top.”

We hope that you and your family will join us at Ogle’s Properties for this free, summertime event.  Be sure to take advantage of our Half Price Night!

July 4 Fireworks Finale at 10 p.m.

Gatlinburg Tennessee is gearing up for its 36th Annual 4th of July Independence Day Parade and Holiday Festival

Join us at Crossroads Inn or Twin Islands to enjoy 2 days of family fun in downtown Gatlinburg beginning on Sunday, July 3 with musical performances at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies Plaza. From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., you can hear the patriotic sounds of the Dixieland band, Brass Quintet, a Jazz Ensemble, and a Rock band.

The Gatlinburg Fourth of July Parade begins promptly at midnight and features Catherine Bach, famous for her role as “Daisy Duke” in the hit series “Dukes of Hazzard,” members of the U.S. Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard, and numerous local businesses.

On Monday July 4, the renowned 100th United States Army Band from Fort Knox, Kentucky will kick off the night with an 8:30 p.m. performance, prior to the Fireworks Finale at 10 p.m.

Join Us!

Fill 'er Up!

For each night that you spend at Twin Islands, breakfast the next day is on us!

We’ll start your morning off right with a full, hot breakfast offered from 7-10 a.m. in our conference room.  We’re serving up eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy, sweet treats, coffee, juice and milk, and more.  Come hungry and fill up for a day of fun in Gatlinburg or a safe drive home.

Thanks for choosing Ogle’s Properties in downtown Gatlinburg!

See you soon,

Smoky Mountain Fishing Guide

This Smoky Mountain fishing guide does more than any other book in print to bring success to a fishing trip. A newly updated, landmark volume becomes your essential guide when planning to fish the rivers, streams, and lakes in the Smokies — some of the greatest in the nation!  For successful fly-fishing, the knowledge you’ll gain is just as important as the right tackle as it comes to you in part by Greg Ward, a Pigeon Forge native who is a well-known flyfishing expert and owner/operator of Rocky Top Outfitters.

In the first half of the book, Don Kirk and Greg offer advice and history, with the second half being dedicated to the 13 watersheds found within the park. They provide information about trail access, fishing pressure and quality, species, fly hatch information, and even campsite availability.  If you want to claim some of the Trout and Small-mouth Bass thriving in the Smokies, this guide leads the way.  Just go to Amazon.com to get your copy!

There is even an added bonus!  Artist Jim Gray, of the Jim Gray Gallery in the Smoky Mountain Arts & Crafts Community, did the cover painting of this book.  You may purchase this limited edition Giclee (pronounced ‘ja-clay’) print on canvas at Jim’s web site.

Plan your stay at Twin Islands or Crossroads Inn so that you can fish our river too!

Stay Now, Return Later for FREE!

Why go anywhere else when there is so much going on in the Smokies?

The month of April is filled with so much stuff to do, you’re going to have a hard time deciding when to plan your getaway!  This year’s Springfest offers all your favorite area events like Dollywood’s Festival of Nations, Music in the Mountains, the Mountain Man Memorial March, the Wildflower Pilgrimage and the Easter Arts & Crafts Show. 

To put a little icing on the cake, both Twin Islands and Crossroads Inn are offering a “Stay Now, Come Back Later for Free” getaway deal.  Stay 2 or more nights at either hotel now through May 26, and you can come back at a later date for one night free!  Visit our Vacation Packages page for full details and call us today.  You don’t want to miss a minute of mountain fun!

Try Something New, Return to a Favorite

During the entire month of February, you can find some terrific meal discounts throughout Gatlinburg and Sevier County.

Some of your favorite restaurants want you to come in Monday-Friday and try something new!  In Gatlinburg, the Alamo Steakhouse and Bennett’s Pit Bar-b-que are offering B1G1 lunch from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., and the Alamo also offers B1G1 dinner on Wednesday evening until 8 p.m.

In Pigeon Forge, you’ll find those same deals at the Alamo and Bennett’s along with Mama’s Farmhouse offering dinner for only $10.  In Sevierville, Damon’s is offering B1G1 lunch from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., and Big Daddy’s Pizzeria has lunch from 11 a.m.-3 p.m.  Big Daddy’s also gives you a free dinner on Friday night when you buy one.

With prices like these, this is a great chance to try a new restaurant in the Smokies or grab a bargain at one of your old favorites.  Bon Appetit!

Strike Up the Romance!

“Treasure the Love you receive above All!”

Looking for last minute Valentine’s Day gift ideas that go a step beyond a card and candy? Let us suggest treating your significant other to a Romantic Smoky Mountain Getaway in downtown Gatlinburg!

We have 2-Night romance packages valid February 11-14 that will get you out of town and show your appreciation of the love in your life. We’ll treat you to chocolate covered strawberries, your choice of a single stem, half dozen, or a full dozen beautifully arranged red roses, and a complimentary bottle of champagne with toasting glasses. It’s a romantic getaway to excite all your senses!

Call either Crossroads Inn or Twin Islands Motel directly to book your 2-Night retreat in the Smokies. It’ll be a Valentine’s Day neither or you will forget! One night packages also available.

Show Your AAA & AARP Member Cards for Bonus Savings!

Tanger Outlets in Sevierville are having month long sales, including special offers at individual stores. Did you know that many stores offer additional savings with your AAA auto club card? True! Show your membership card at the customer service center / management office and receive an EXCLUSIVE savings book worth hundreds in bonus discounts from participating Tanger stores. Several stores also offer AARP discounts and by showing your membership card at the office, you’ll receive a free Tanger Outlets Coupon Book. The Coupon Book is filled with up to 20% discount offers from brand name retailers such as Banana Republic Factory Store, Coldwater Creek, Easy Spirit, Eddie Bauer, Gap Outlet, Harry & David, J. Crew, Nautica, Nike Factory Store, Old Navy, Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store, Reebok/Rockport, Tommy Hilfiger and many more! Since the two books are different, if you have both memberships you should be able to get both books and decide which offers the greatest savings and where.

Looking for exclusive discounts and prior sales notice? Consider joining the TangerClub. With a $10 membership fee, you’ll receive a tote bag and a coupon book. You also receive a birthday gift card and special birthday savings your first year.

We are currently offering a free night stay at Crossroads Inn or a half price night at Twin Islands if you stay two or more nights with us. Pack your bags and have a Gatlinburg shopping getaway!