b'WinterinGatlinburgisawonderlandoflightsandamazement. Winterfest bringsmillionsofspectacularlightsandlighteddisplaysilluminatethewinterwithfancifulsnowmen, holiday themes and animals that the smokies are famous for. You can take in theseamazing light displays at your own pace in the comfort of your vehicle, or you can enjoy theWinter Magic Trolley Ride of Lights in the comfort of a Gatlinburg Trolley. Departing fromdowntown Gatlinburg at 6:30, 7:30 & 8:30, these specially designated trolleys allow you tosit back and soak up the spirit of the winter magic for only $5, with children under 3 free, ifthey ride on an adults lap. You can enjoy one-of-a-kind LED displays all along the Parkwayand River Road that display the latest $1.6 million-plus rollout of custom designed sectionsfeaturing winter forest, evergreen and romance themes. The trolley tours do not run onChristmas Eve or Christmas Day.For frequent visitors of the smokies, you have become accustom to change, with newand exciting fun each and every visit. This winter is no different, with some new stops for youto enjoy during your winter getaway. First up is a couple of new options for those searchingfor libations in the smokies. Little Bear Winery is the newest winery in Gatlinburg. Located intheheartofdowntown,thisgemisofferingupwinesthatarevibrant,funand-mostimportantly - delicious. Made from Tennessee grapes, this is a must stop for the wine lover inyour group. They offer free tastings and you can even take home a free gift with the couponin the Navigator. Then you have the Tennessee Cider Company. Located at the old generalstore in the Mountain Mall, this mercantile store offers up hard cider to sample by the sip, anamazing gift shop and, of course, plenty of their delicious ciders to take home with you. Takehome two free cider glasses with your purchase when you use their coupon in the Navigator.Also new is the completely reconstructed Skylift, where for years families have enjoyeda chair lift ride to amazing views and photographs that have been a staple of a Gatlinburgvacationforgenerations.Well,nowthosechairliftswillalsotakeyoutoanamazingarchitectural wonder with the Gatlinburg SkyBridge. It is the longest pedestrian suspensionbridge in North America. Measuring nearly 700 feet in length, it spans the valley betweenridges on Crockett Mountain and trilling heights of up to 150 feet. Experience spectacularpanoramic views of the Great Smoky Mountains and see Gatlinburg fora whole new vantage point in 2020!Rounding out some new stuff to see, makesuretostopbyChesapeakes,whichjustopenedat437Parkway.Theyofferfreshseafoodflownindailyandhandcraftedmicrobrews.Anakeesta hastheirnewRidgeRambler, offering those afraid of heights a newwaytoreachthesummit,takingguestsonascenic forest ride to the top of the mountain.AddallofthistotheamazingWinterfestCelebrations,andyouhaveanamazingexperience once again in the smokies!SmokyMountainNavigator.com 93'