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6 - LENOIR CITY / MARYVILLE / ALCOA / KNOXVILLE / OAK RIDGE TN
30-90 minutes to the Dragon. Convenient to I-40 and I-75, Devil's Triangle, Ocoee Run, and Unicoi Trail.
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Courtyard by Marriott Alcoa, Tennessee VISIT WEBSITE
Brand new Courtyard by Marriott Located in Alcoa at McGhee Tyson Airport. The hotel is convenient to many restaurants including Ruby Tuesdays and shopping such as Foothills Mall, outdoor activities such as hiking, biking and boating on the Tennessee River. Cades Cove is a beautiful drive to further explore the area. Just 30 minutes from the Dragon. Hot breakfast buffet, meeting rooms. TELLEPHONE 865-977-8333 |
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Fairfield Inn Alcoa, Tennessee VISIT WEBSITE
Newly renovated Fairfield Inn by Marriott Alcoa Airport is located in Alcoa, Tennessee, directly across from McGhee Tyson Airport in Alcoa (free hotel shuttle) near Maryville, Townsend and Downtown Knoxville. Include the heated indoor pool and exercise room onsite. The Knoxville Zoo, Deals Gap aka The Dragon, Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and over 200 outlet stores are located within 25 to 30 miles. Just 30 minutes from the Dragon. TELLEPHONE 865-984-9350 |
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Hampton Inn Lenoir City, Tennessee VISIT WEBSITE
Ron and Nancy's favorite inn when travelling. This new Hampton Inn is conveniently located just a mile east of I-75 exit 81 and just 4 miles south of I-75. This location is perfect for Interstate travellers looking for a convenient place to stay within an easy ride to the Dragon (30 miles). Another great area ride is the Devils Triangle to the north (35 miles). Mention Tail of the Dragon and get a discount on your room or CLICK HERE for special on-line discount. Outdoor pool, security cameras, free hot breakfast, Internet access, and special motorcycle parking. Meeting room for groups too. TELLEPHONE 865-988-2000 |
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Holiday Inn Express, Alcoa, Tennessee VISIT WEBSITE
The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites is located in Alcoa, just south of the Knoxville Airport, just off US-129 on Associates Blvd (take North Hall Road (SR35). 80 beautifully renovated guest rooms which include business and Jacuzzi suites. Deluxe complimentary hot breakfast is served each morning. Indoor pool with a outdoor veranda for summer time fun. 2 large meeting rooms for your group. Just 30 minutes from the Dragon. TELLEPHONE 865-981-9008 |
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The Dragon Pit Restaurant VISIT WEBSITE: THEDRAGONPIT.COM
New for 2008, the Dragon Pit is located on US 411 south of Maryville between US 129 and TN 72. Stop in for breakfast or lunch. Try their special Dragon Burger and their Philly Cheesesteak called the Kawayamahondaharleyzuki. |
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M & M Catering VISIT WEBSITE: M-MCATERING.COM
This take-out only place offers great pulled pork BBQ, ribs, chicken and even grilled sandwiches. They have full dinner family packs to go and pork by the pound. They are only open Thursday, Friday and Saturday afternoons and evenings. A little off the beaten track but well worth a visit. 7409 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, TN 865-692-1003 |
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