Terms of Service

Last updated: December 10, 2024

Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using TheSmokyMountains.com (the "Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Website.

Description of Service

TheSmokyMountains.com is a travel guide and directory providing information about restaurants, hotels, attractions, and activities in the Great Smoky Mountains region. We also offer booking services through third-party partners.

User Accounts

When you create an account, you are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account and password. You agree to accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account.

Accuracy of Information

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we make no warranties about the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the information on this Website. Business hours, prices, availability, and other details may change without notice.

Always verify important details (reservations, hours, prices) directly with the business before visiting.

Booking Services

Hotel bookings and attraction tickets are processed through third-party services (LiteAPI, Viator, Tiqets). These transactions are subject to the terms and conditions of those respective services. We are not responsible for:

  • Cancellations or changes by third-party providers
  • Accuracy of third-party pricing or availability
  • Quality of services provided by booked establishments
  • Disputes between you and third-party providers

User Content

If you submit content to our Website (reviews, comments, photos), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, modify, and display that content. You represent that you own or have the right to submit such content.

Prohibited Uses

You may not use the Website:

  • For any unlawful purpose
  • To harass, abuse, or harm others
  • To transmit spam or malicious code
  • To scrape or copy content without permission
  • To impersonate others or misrepresent your affiliation
  • To interfere with the Website's operation

Intellectual Property

The Website and its original content, features, and functionality are owned by TheSmokyMountains.com and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

"TSM Score" is a proprietary rating system developed by TheSmokyMountains.com.

Affiliate Relationships

We participate in affiliate programs and may earn commissions on purchases made through links on our Website. This does not affect the price you pay. Our recommendations are based on quality and value, not affiliate relationships.

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE WEBSITE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE.

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THESMOKYMOUNTAINS.COM SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless TheSmokyMountains.com from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the Website or violation of these Terms.

External Links

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these external sites.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Website after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee, United States, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: legal@thesmokymountains.com
Website: TheSmokyMountains.com