Hi from TN everyone!

[pipermae]

I'm sort of new around here (I've been lurking for a while). 3 friends, my DBF, and I will be going down to the happiest place on earth June of 2009. 2 friends, and DBF are all newbies (NEVER BEEN!!!!) so I'm trying to make this trip awesome! Being college students, we're on a bit of a tight budget but I've managed to make it affordable for everyone. If you have any tips on making this trip AWESOME I'm free to suggestions.

I'm off to go read some of the fabulous threads! You guys rock!

:hug:

[~*~Michelle~*~]

Welcome from another Tennsseean. You ought to visit the Disign thread near the bottom of the board. Designs are all free. You just have to buy t-shirts & transfer paper. ;)

[Metro West]

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[lttlmc3]

Yay! Another Tennessean!!

[stopher1]

WELCOME!! :)

[HonnyDipp]

:welcome:

[Binknsassy]

Hey, We are from Eastern Tenn (foothills of the Smokies) and say welcome.

We went to Disney the first time last Oct and are going again This Dec.

Hope you enjoy it as much as we did!!!

[magicaldisney]

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[beanjean]

Welcome, we are from East TN, around Chattanooga.

[pipermae]

Thanks guys! I'm so excited! I'm from the Memphis area and I know we're in for a loooooong car ride.

[Marniescrapbooks]

We're from Clarksville. My family will be there this October with a newbie family.:cheer2:

[byoung]

Glad to have you here!

[BillyFeat]

Greetings and welcome to the Dis Boards!

:goodvibes :goodvibes

[jagar100]

Hi! I'm from Memphis as well! We're going to Disney for the first time in December!

[Bobo912]

Welcome! We're from Nashville. I went to college in Memphis, but it's been awhile. We're taking trip #7 to WDW in a little less than 3 weeks. Just being there is awesome. Have a great time!

[tndisneyfan]

:wave2: Welcome to the Dis! I'm from TN too, just at the other end.

[Stan's MaggieMouse]

Nice to see all you folks from Tennessee! My family will be taking our first family vacation to Tennessee starting on 4th of July. We'll be visiting Gatlinburgh/Pidgeon Forge area using our time share for a week. We're really excited about it. Any suggestions?

Maggie

[bonna girl]

Nice to see all you folks from Tennessee! My family will be taking our first family vacation to Tennessee starting on 4th of July. We'll be visiting Gatlinburgh/Pidgeon Forge area using our time share for a week. We're really excited about it. Any suggestions?

Maggie
You must do Dollywood - Don't expect Disney but it is a good park with music, crafts and old fashioned fun.

Also for that "Disney" pick me up - there used to be a Disney outlet store in one of the strip malls outside of Pigeon Forge.. Does anyone know if it is still there?

[tndisneyfan]

You must do Dollywood - Don't expect Disney but it is a good park with music, crafts and old fashioned fun.

Also for that "Disney" pick me up - there used to be a Disney outlet store in one of the strip malls outside of Pigeon Forge.. Does anyone know if it is still there?

Yes the Disney outlet is still there.

[2BusyPlanning]

Your neighbor to the south, Southaven! :woohoo:

[Bobo912]

Nice to see all you folks from Tennessee! My family will be taking our first family vacation to Tennessee starting on 4th of July. We'll be visiting Gatlinburgh/Pidgeon Forge area using our time share for a week. We're really excited about it. Any suggestions?

The Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge area is packed with touristy type things to do which can be a lot of fun. If you haven't been to a Ripley's Aquarium, I would suggest that. Dollywood is a very nice theme park. I'm taking my son there for his birthday on July 7 this year. I'm also thinking about taking him to the Dixie Stampede dinner show, which isn't the kind of thing I usually go in for, but I think it will be fun. There are helicopter rides, bungee jumping, miniature golf. And of course, you have the Great Smoky Mountains National Park there, which is beautiful. So there are lots of outdoorsy things like fishing, white water rafting, cycling, etc. And I believe they have more pancake restaurants per square mile than anyplace else in the country. :) Have fun!

[biscuitgirl]

Welcome! I am from Nashville! It's nice to know other Tennesseans are hanging around here! I am a newbie as well and will be embarking on my first Disney trip this Sept!

[CheshireCat3]

Hi! I'm also a newbie and from TN. I live in CO now, but I tell you what--- there is just something about TN.

I'm originally from Northeast TN though- Tri-Cities area.

[CheshireCat3]

Nice to see all you folks from Tennessee! My family will be taking our first family vacation to Tennessee starting on 4th of July. We'll be visiting Gatlinburgh/Pidgeon Forge area using our time share for a week. We're really excited about it. Any suggestions?

Maggie

You MUST do the Great Smoky Mtns. National Park. I believe it is the only National Park which is free.

[pipermae]

It seems everyone on here is from East TN, I don't blame you. When I graduate from college I'm not staying near King Willie. :laughing:

[PudgetteD]

We're from Clarksville. My family will be there this October with a newbie family.:cheer2:

:banana: Clarksville here as well! We'll be there Oct 11-18.:cool1:

[ilovediznee2]

I'm sort of new around here (I've been lurking for a while). 3 friends, my DBF, and I will be going down to the happiest place on earth June of 2009. 2 friends, and DBF are all newbies (NEVER BEEN!!!!) so I'm trying to make this trip awesome! Being college students, we're on a bit of a tight budget but I've managed to make it affordable for everyone. If you have any tips on making this trip AWESOME I'm free to suggestions.

I'm off to go read some of the fabulous threads! You guys rock!

:hug:


One thing that I can tell you that will save you lots of money is to stay off-site. There are plenty of hotels in the area. There are also plenty of condos, townhouses, etc. on www.vrbo.com. I'm all about the Disney magic, but when you're on a tight budget, staying off-site is the way to go. If you get a condo or even a suite with a kitchen-ette, you can save money by eating there instead of at the parks.
Also, if you're doing Universal, AAA has a deal going on right now for those tix.
Take a small backpack with snacks and water. Buying bottles of water in the parks gets expensive.
If you eat a meal in the parks, try to eat lunch. It's a few dollars cheaper than the dinners. If you prefer to eat later, you can still get the lunch prices until around 4 pm.
Have a great time!!

[ilovediznee2]

By the way, I was born in Nashville, and I WANT TO GO BACK!!!! (No offense to Pennsylvania, but I prefer Tennessee!!)

[cameyer85]

:goodvibes :goodvibes
Middle TN (Sumner Co.) by way of upstate NY.

[embgrl]

DH was born and raised in Memphis and I lived there for 5 years. We moved to Coeur d' Alene, ID(where I grew up) 3 years ago when we found out I was expecting so hello from Idaho also, first time DH has ever lived anywhere outside of Memphis. We love to go back for a visit anytime we can as all of DH's family is still there. We're headed to DW for trip #5 this September for free dining with DH's TN family!!

[tndisneyfan]

I'm originally from Northeast TN though- Tri-Cities area.

That's where I live :thumbsup2

[pipermae]

You guys rock! :love:

[bonna girl]

Nice to see all you folks from Tennessee! My family will be taking our first family vacation to Tennessee starting on 4th of July. We'll be visiting Gatlinburgh/Pidgeon Forge area using our time share for a week. We're really excited about it. Any suggestions?

Maggie
Just thought of another Pigeon Forge destination... The Apple Barn - they have good restaurants, a winery, homemade candies/fudge, general store, etc. Just a pleasant place to spend some time.

[CheshireCat3]

That's where I live :thumbsup2

Fantastic! Actually, my parents still live right outside of Jonesboro.

[CheshireCat3]

Just thought of another Pigeon Forge destination... The Apple Barn - they have good restaurants, a winery, homemade candies/fudge, general store, etc. Just a pleasant place to spend some time.

I second that! I wasn't sure if it was still open or not... it's been a while since I've been there. Do they still have the porch swing tables? Those rock.

[Ka-chow!]

As a newbie myself and a Memphis State, errr... I mean University of Memphis and UT-Memphis alum, welcome!

I envy people who are near Huey's for their oh so good burger. Yum!

[bonna girl]

I second that! I wasn't sure if it was still open or not... it's been a while since I've been there. Do they still have the porch swing tables? Those rock.
It sure is - I'm lucky enough to live in Nashville where they have a store at Opry Mills - I even worked in the candy kitchen for about a year (believe it or not I lost weight working there). So whenever I get the itch for a fried apple pie, homemade fudge, taffy or candy stick - I can go there. The people that own the Applebarn are WONDERFUL people to work with. I felt like I was part of their family and I was only a part time worker.

[pipermae]

As a newbie myself and a Memphis State, errr... I mean University of Memphis and UT-Memphis alum, welcome!

I envy people who are near Huey's for their oh so good burger. Yum!

Haha, I love how ESPN and Sports Center kept calling us Memphis State during our WONDERFUL basketball season, like it hurt our feelings. :rotfl:

I'm currently a student at the good ol' U of M. I'm an Integrative Studies: Grades 4-8 Social Studies & Language Arts major & I'm considering a minor in Music, as I'm in that building more than any other. (I'm the box office manager. One of the many wonderful faces that represents the School of Music.) I'm also a proud member of the Mighty Sound of the South. (Marching band & Men's pep band) If you've watched any of our games, I can guarantee that you've seen me. I try to hide from the camera man, but he always seems to find me.

I do love a good Huey's burger, but I think I must admit I love their shrimp more. It is soooo good!

[MayButterfly]

hi everyone!! I live in Knoxville. Raised in Kingsport! My DH is from Memphis so we're a big TN family!! LOL
It's nice to see there are fellow disney obsessed people around us!

[Vickie46]

I am from the Nashville area too!!! We should get a pin trading meet going! That would be fun!

[embgrl]

hi everyone!! I live in Knoxville. Raised in Kingsport! My DH is from Memphis so we're a big TN family!! LOL
It's nice to see there are fellow disney obsessed people around us!

Hey J!! I knew that was you as soon as I started reading your post!!

[Al and Kate's Mom]

Hi all - Williamson County checking in :goodvibes

[MayButterfly]

Hey J!! I knew that was you as soon as I started reading your post!!


Hey E!... Your countdown is making me jealous!!!

[jimmalru80]

Hello. Welcome aboard.

[ILoveDisney&Cruising]

:welcome:

[ehstrojette]

Live near kingsport too.. small world!!

[SassyFrassy]

Hey Neighbor!

We are in NW TN and planning DD8's and DH first trip home:cheer2: :cool1: Have a great trip!

[SassyFrassy]

Nice to see all you folks from Tennessee! My family will be taking our first family vacation to Tennessee starting on 4th of July. We'll be visiting Gatlinburgh/Pidgeon Forge area using our time share for a week. We're really excited about it. Any suggestions?

Maggie

Gem mining is lots of fun with kids. We did that on our last trip and really enjoyed it! Also, there are a gazillion mini golf courses...DH and I will be playing our tie breaker in June. Wish me luck:scared:

[tnhillbilly]

Hello ehstrojette, CheshireCat3, MayButterfly, Just outside of Kingsport Tn myself.:lmao:

[I'mwithGrumpy]

Another lurker joining in the fun :wave2: I'm from the southern part of middle Tenn. Nice to meet you all.

[ehstrojette]

closer to you tnhillbilly...in Church Hill

[SassyFrassy]

Another lurker joining in the fun :wave2: I'm from the southern part of middle Tenn. Nice to meet you all.

Where? I have a BIL in that area...near lewisburg

[Ka-chow!]

Haha, I love how ESPN and Sports Center kept calling us Memphis State during our WONDERFUL basketball season, like it hurt our feelings. :rotfl:

I'm currently a student at the good ol' U of M. I'm an Integrative Studies: Grades 4-8 Social Studies & Language Arts major & I'm considering a minor in Music, as I'm in that building more than any other. (I'm the box office manager. One of the many wonderful faces that represents the School of Music.) I'm also a proud member of the Mighty Sound of the South. (Marching band & Men's pep band) If you've watched any of our games, I can guarantee that you've seen me. I try to hide from the camera man, but he always seems to find me.

I do love a good Huey's burger, but I think I must admit I love their shrimp more. It is soooo good!

I finished up in 1991, so I still have the "Memphis State" on the ole diploma. I find myself saying it sometimes too.
Wish we had these teams when I was there. So you had some good seats this year?
Never had the shrimp - I always stuck with that burger, those fries and a cold beer. There are alot worst ways to spend a meal, eh?? :thumbsup2

[Al and Kate's Mom]

Where? I have a BIL in that area...near lewisburg

My parents live in Lewisburg!

[pipermae]

I finished up in 1991, so I still have the "Memphis State" on the ole diploma. I find myself saying it sometimes too.
Wish we had these teams when I was there. So you had some good seats this year?
Never had the shrimp - I always stuck with that burger, those fries and a cold beer. There are alot worst ways to spend a meal, eh?? :thumbsup2

Oh yeah, tickets around the area where we sit go for a ton of money.

I do frequent Huey's. It's one of my boyfriend's parents favorite places. :)

[Timon-n-Pumbaa Fan]

Is anyone here near New Johnsonville? I have fond memories of that place from my childhood.

[SassyFrassy]

My parents live in Lewisburg!

It really is a small world after all:thumbsup2

[BobWerner]

I live in Jefferson County TN. New Market, about 1.5 hours from Kingsport or 30 mins from Knoxvegas.
I forgot, someone mentioned going to Dixie Stampede. If you do go (I don't recommend it, very expensive and the food is just so-so) sit up higher as you might get hit by dirt if you sit low.
There's so many great places to eat. If you want to do Dollywood, pm me as I have a gold pass and can get you a discount on tickets at the gate.

[kkhworth]

:woohoo: I am happy to see this thread! I am in middle Tennessee, Warren County to be exact.

[Bobo912]

Is anyone here near New Johnsonville? I have fond memories of that place from my childhood.

I never lived in New Johnsonville, but my dad worked there when I was a kid. I still go over that way fairly often. I've live in Nashville.