Category Archives: Tips and Tricks

When you take a vacation to the Smoky Mountains, you don’t need to break the bank to have a fantastic and memorable getaway! At Alpine Chalet Rentals, we believe that everyone should be able to enjoy an affordable vacation, which is why we’ve put together this list of some of the best free things to do in Gatlinburg. So read on and get ready to have a great time in the Smokies without spending a fortune! Read More

If you want to save money when you stay in one of our cabins in Pigeon Forge, you should make meals at your cabin. There are several Pigeon Forge grocery stores where you can pick up food, toiletries, and anything else you might have forgotten at home. Here are 4 grocery stores in Pigeon Forge where you can stock up on supplies: Read More

Whether you have worked at your job for less than a year or nearly a decade, asking for time off to take a Gatlinburg family vacation can seem a bit intimidating. You never know what kind of mood your boss will be in or if your request will be approved or not. However, before you decide to flip your desk and walk out the door, read through our tips on how to talk to your boss about your upcoming getaway you have planned to a relaxing Gatlinburg cabin rental. Read More

Alpine Chalet Rentals offers cabins with all the amenities you need for a romantic escape with your significant other! Here are six tips for a romantic winter getaway in a one bedroom Gatlinburg cabin: Read More

No one enjoys packing, but it is a necessary evil we must endure to make it our favorite vacation destinations. To help you get through this boring (and often frustrating) task, we are sharing a few of our favorite packing tips. Be sure to keep these in mind for your upcoming Gatlinburg vacation! Read More

Everyone puts fun into their vacation, but few can say they experience wildlife in person unless they spend time in the Smokies. Since the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a thriving habitat filled with a multitude of animal and plant species, there’s no better place to surround yourself with nature. Those who want to see habitants of the Smokies need to look no further than these three top places for wildlife viewing in the Smoky Mountains. Read More

Do you put so many items in your suitcase that you can’t even close it? Do you bring seven bags for a two night stay? We hate to break it you, but you may be an overpacker. We understand that you want to be prepared for everything and anything, but overpacking is simply a waste of time and energy. With over twenty years of vacation experience, the staff at Alpine Chalet Rentals has seen their fair share of overpacking. That’s why we’re sharing some of our favorite tips for bringing just the essentials to our chalets in Gatlinburg. Read More

Travelling with your kids (especially young children) isn’t always easy. When you stay at our chalets in Gatlinburg, we want you to have the best trip possible. That’s why our vacation specialists have come up with a handful of great tips to keep you and your family happy during your next stay in the Smokies. Read More