10 reasons why a Wilderness at the Smokies vacation makes the perfect Holiday gift

Don’t want to hit the stores this holiday season for more “stuff” for your family? Here are 10 reasons why a vacation to Wilderness at the Smokies makes the perfect gift!

1. It’s an experience, not “stuff”
   Instead of adding to clutter, you’re giving memories, laughter, and quality time—something your kiddos will remember long after the holiday decorations are gone.
2. A winter escape
   Yes, cold weather is great for Christmas but afterward winter can get long! A Wilderness vacation to our indoor waterpark brings sunshine, splashes, warm water and a mood-boosting getaway to look forward to.
3. Fun for all ages
   Our waterpark provides endless opportunities for fun for your entire family. From our zero-depth area for littles to our adrenaline pumping thrill slides and water coaster for tweens and teens, and our Kaleiodoscope Kavern lazy river that everyone loves, you’ll be hard pressed to find anyone complaining about visiting our resort.
4. Built-in family bonding
   Whether you’re racing down waterslides together, playing indoor mini-golf or mini bowling, there are so many ways your family can bond and have a great time together at our resort. You’re giving quality time together, not just a destination.
5. It stretches the holiday joy
   Unlike gifts opened once, a Wilderness vacation offers excitement before (anticipation), during (the trip itself), and after (memories and photos).
6. Stress relief wrapped in a bow
   Warm water, sunshine from our WaterDome’s see-thru roof and a playful environment give families a mental reset during a typically hectic season.
7. Easy to personalize
   Our resort has so many lodging options to fit family size, budget, and schedule. Plus, you can add-on special extras like Fun Passes, a trip to the mega arcade or Paint Your Own Pottery. Ice skating and Soaky Mountain Waterpark (our sister property located across the street) tickets are also included (or steeply discounted) depending on when and where you stay on property. Plus, there are discounts on arcade credits and Fun Passes if you plan ahead.
8. A surprise they won’t see coming
   Unwrapping a trip—especially to our waterpark resort—is unexpected and instantly exciting.
9. Built-in photo ops
   Floating in lazy rivers, racing down slides, climbing our ropes course or giving our cloud coaster a try—it’s a gift that fills the camera roll with happy moments.
10. 10. Perfect for gifting creatively
    You can reveal the surprise with swimsuits, goggles in a stocking, a beach-themed gift box, or a “ticket” to adventure.

Hurry, for every $100 Wilderness gift card you purchase thru December 1, 2025 (Cyber Monday) you’ll receive a $10 bonus card! Call 877.325.9453 to purchase yours or you can also purchase them through our website.