Bluegreen Colorful Places

When You Come to the Twang in the Road... Take it! Country roads can take you home, they can also take you to festivals, good BBQ, thrill rides, and, of course, southern hospitality.

Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge, Tennessee:
It's no secret that Nashville is the capital of country music. But did you know that Bristol, roughly an hour from two beautiful Bluegreen resorts, is the "Birthplace of Country Music?" In fact, the U.S. Congress recognized Bristol for its contributions to the creation of country music. A short drive from either of Bluegreen's Tennessee resorts brings you to this great place to discover the history and influence the region has on this musical genre.

Whether you call it the "Country Music Capital" or "Music City, U.S.A.," Nashville is worth a visit. It's home to the Grand Ole Opry® and the Country Music Hall of Fame®. Despite being about three hours from a Bluegreen resort, the authenticity of the country music capital is far-reaching, and a relaxing vacation to Laurel Crest in Pigeon Forge or MountainLoft in nearby Gatlinburg will quickly reveal this particular influence.

Year-round area attractions for country music fans include Dollywood® Theme Park, the Southern Gospel Museum and Hall of Fame, the Dolly Parton's Dixie Stampede® and the award-winning Country Tonite Theatre. One of the most popular events is Winterfest, a four-month-long holiday celebration with incredible decorations, lighting arrangements, seasonal food and, of course, country music.

Bluegreen offers plenty of accommodations—Laurel Crest™ and MountainLoft™ —that are convenient to everything essential to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.

Branson/Ridgedale, Missouri:
Branson is worth a visit if you're a country music fan. Stars like Box Car Willie, Sons of the Pioneers and Roy Clark called the Branson area home in the 1980s. Actually, Roy Clark became the first country star to have his own venue when he opened the Roy Clark Celebrity Theatre in downtown Branson, giving many performers their start. Other venues followed suit, eventually giving Box Car Willie the opportunity to become the first music star with a permanent schedule in Branson. There are now more than 50 theaters and over 100 show productions going on in Branson. The list of famous musicians that have graced Branson's stages includes Andy Williams, Johnny Cash, Kenny Rogers, Gladys Knight, Bobby Vinton, and Lawrence Welk.

For a truly unique experience, visit Silver Dollar City® for authentic 1880s atmosphere. Enjoy six popular food, music and cultural festivals including WorldFest, the Bluegrass & BBQ Festival, and the National Harvest Festival.

Bluegreen offers plenty of accommodations—Bluegreen Wilderness Club at Big Cedar®, The Cliffs at Long Creek™ and The Falls Village™—that are convenient to everything essential to Branson and Ridgedale.

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina:
Home to the distinguished Carolina Opry, the Myrtle Beach area is considered a top destination for fans of country music. With popular attractions like Dolly Parton's Pirate Voyage, the Alabama Theatre named after the band Alabama, and the Palace Theatre, you'll certainly stay busy.

Country music is alive and doing very well all over the world. When it's time to take that next Bluegreen vacation mark these destinations on your map. And experience some good ol' country with people of the same musical taste.

Bluegreen offers plenty of accommodations—Carolina Grande™, SeaGlass Tower™, Harbour Lights™ and Shore Crest Vacation Villas™—that are convenient to everything essential to Myrtle Beach.