Dolly Parton — Dollywood & DreamMore Resort

Dollywood attracts 3 million visitors annually and DreamMore Resort ($200-400/night) is a 307-room property that feels like staying at Dolly's house — rocking chairs on the porch, Southern comfort food at the restaurant, and Smoky Mountain views from every room. Dolly's hospitality empire employs 4,000+ people in Pigeon Forge and generates $300+ million in annual economic impact. She built a resort destination in rural Tennessee that outdraws some Caribbean islands. DreamMore's spa literally uses Dolly-branded beauty products. It's immersive.