{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 170: Exploring the Unique Magic of Dollywood","description":"In this episode of Me and the Magic, host Amanda Bauner welcomes Dollywood expert Katie Smith to dive into all things Dollywood and the surrounding eastern Tennessee area. They discuss the park\u2019s rich history, seasonal festivals like the Harvest Festival and Smoky Mountain Christmas, must-do attractions, local food recommendations, money-saving tips, and nearby sights. Katie shares insider advice for first-timers, details about Dollywood resorts, and her favorite holiday traditions.&amp;nbsp; Connect with Our Guest Connect with Katie Smith at FairyGodKatie on Instagram and TikTok. Also, listen to Katie on the  Popcorn Bucket Gossip podcast.&amp;nbsp; RSVP for our Dollywood Weekend Getaway! Join us at Dollywood in eastern Tennessee for a magical holiday weekend getaway, November 7-9, 2025, during Dollywood\u2019s 40th anniversary celebration and the Smoky Mountain Christmas Festival! RSVP here, or contact me to be invited to our private Facebook group as we plan the trip! Find all the trip details here.&amp;nbsp; Join the Me and the Magic Community Join the Me and the Magic Facebook community to share your love of solo travel, Disney travel, and more with new friends. Plus, share your thoughts and questions on this episode with the community! Connect with Amanda Is there a topic you\u2019d like us to discuss? Email Amanda at amanda@meandthemagic.com. &amp;nbsp; Subscribe to the Me and the Magic weekly newsletter for exclusive content, including solo travel tips! Me and the Magic has voicemail! Leave a voicemail or text to 1-347-74MAGIC (1-347-746-2442). Share your thoughts about this episode, a future episode topic idea, or just say hi! Podcast Subscribe to this podcast so you will be the first to hear new episodes!&amp;nbsp; If you are enjoying the podcast, I\u2019d greatly appreciate it if you could rate and review it on  Apple Podcasts. The reviews help other people find this podcast.&amp;nbsp; Online Shop Buy some fun travel and pop culture shirts and more, at our  online shop! ","author_name":"Me and the Magic","author_url":"https:\/\/meandthemagic.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38030335\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/38030335"}