Meredith Jones

Insider | Dollywood Insiders



A North Carolina native, Meredith has lived in the Boone area since 1997, when she came to Appalachian State as a student. Life is never dull when she is spending time with her husband, twin 11-year-old boys and 2-year-old son. Her days are full supporting teachers and students as a school district administrator, running a small business and enjoying friends and family. You can follow her adventures on Instagram. Her family has been visiting Dollywood and Dollywood’s Splash Country for the past six years, and it has become a big part of family life. Special occasions are often celebrated at the resort and the two parks, and day trips to the parks are a regular occurrence. While at the parks, you can find her on rides, browsing in her favorite shops, snacking on cinnamon bread and loving every moment. She is so excited to share her love for all things Dollywood with you, so your family can make wonderful memories, too!

About Dollywood Insiders


Dollywood Insiders is a panel of folks who love all things Dollywood and enjoy sharing their knowledge of our theme park, water park, resort and cabins. They will reveal their favorite spots, how to pack for a Dollywood trip, tips on getting the best value and more!

Latest Posts by Meredith

Video Tour: Walk Through The Spa at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort

Video Tour: Walk Through The Spa at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort

Do you like to know a little bit about a place before you visit? I sure do! My family loves to stay at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa when we are visiting the Smokies, and I’ve always been a little curious about the spa! What does The Spa at Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort look like? How intimate is it? What services…

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A Taste of Dollywood: Making Cinnamon Bread at Home

A Taste of Dollywood: Making Cinnamon Bread at Home

It’s the Dollywood off-season, and I am missing the park! The sights, the sounds, the rides, the shows, the shopping—and you guessed it, the cinnamon bread. This iconic treat is a must-have when you visit the Smokies, and my family loves it. So, I decided to try to make it at home. After a few attempts, we found a recipe…

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Hands-On Activities for Children at Dollywood

Hands-On Activities for Children at Dollywood

Though Dollywood has many amazing rides for kids of all ages, that’s not all that you should anticipate will have your children entertained. There are many hands-on activities for your kids as well! My children took the challenge to see how many different things they could find to do at Dollywood that were not rides, and they were very impressed…

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How To: Dollywood Day Trip

How To: Dollywood Day Trip

A trip to Dollywood doesn’t always have to mean giving up an entire weekend, or a few days. In fact, if you are within at least three hours of Dollywood, a day trip is very feasible for you! No, you definitely won’t get to do all the amazing things that Dollywood offers, but you can certainly hit the highlights! Here…

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Leading the Dollywood Way

Leading the Dollywood Way

Have you ever been to Dollywood and wondered what makes this place so wholesome? Why is this theme park so special? I know now. In my work as an educator, I have collaborated with many leaders in the past 21 years. Some have been exemplary, and some have not. I have seen firsthand how an effective leader can create an…

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What Makes Dragonflier So Much Fun?

What Makes Dragonflier So Much Fun?

People often ask me to name my favorite Dollywood ride. The truth is, there are many amazing, fun rides to pick from, but I really love Dragonflier! What makes it so much fun? Let me tell you about it!

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A New Era for the Kingdom Heirs

A New Era for the Kingdom Heirs

Hands down, Dollywood has some of the most incredible entertainment available to guests at any park. Were it not for my family's many trips to Dollywood, I may have never heard of a musical group that I have come to love, the Kingdom Heirs. These guys are an incredible musical group, having won numerous national awards and are as personable…

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7 Things to Do Right Now to be Ready for 2023 at Dollywood

7 Things to Do Right Now to be Ready for 2023 at Dollywood

Are you missing Dollywood as much as I am? With a week to go before the season starts, here are the things I am doing right now to get ready for a great year of visits to Dollywood and Dollywood's Splash Country.

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Conquering Big Bear Mountain

Conquering Big Bear Mountain

My 12-year-old twins had been excited for weeks. We had planned a trip to Dollywood for the weekend of May 13 to celebrate their birthday. As we got closer to the day, Dollywood announced that Big Bear Mountain would be opening that weekend. In case you are newer to Dollywood, Big Bear Mountain is Dollywood’s newest roller coaster located in…

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Kingdom Heirs Welcome New Faces to the Stage

Kingdom Heirs Welcome New Faces to the Stage

Attending a Kingdom Heirs show has become a must-do for us on our trips to Dollywood. Even though we frequently hear them on the radio or on the CDs we play in the car, there is nothing that compares to getting to hear them sing live.  My family and I love having the opportunity to see them perform and often…

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The Dollywood Splash Country Day Trip

The Dollywood Splash Country Day Trip

During the summertime, my family loves to take full advantage of our two-park season passes and spend some time at both Dollywood and Dollywood’s Splash Country. While we can’t always make an overnight trip, we have refined our plans to master the Splash Country day trip. We can’t do everything in one day, so here is how we approach Splash…

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Bubbles Aren’t Just For Kids: Why I Loved the Gazillion Bubble Show!

Bubbles Aren’t Just For Kids: Why I Loved the Gazillion Bubble Show!

As we got settled into our seats for the Gazillion Bubble Show, I struck up a conversation with the lady sitting behind me. She was with another gentleman, but they didn’t have any children around them. “You will absolutely love this show!” she told me. “Oh really?” I asked. “What makes it so special?”

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