Two Brits go to Dollywood for the first time!

[@jolly]

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[@Cheesychaz]

BIG UP! 🆙

[@Nikkotherian]

YAY! I’ve been waiting for y’all to go to Dollywood! I went there for a field trip. Big bear mountain scared the crap out of me :-:

[@StarWarsDUCK9098]

YESSS!

[@Za.za-blast]

Hii I saw ur video after 15 seconds and started watching but had t come up my phone to comment plz notice me❤

[@natv6563]

The Nord ad...a total Dollywood banger! 🤣

[@randyromines7364]

One has to realize, most theme parks are designed to make money. Dolly created this place, not to make herself money, but to create jobs for the people in the area and draw tourists to support the local small businesses. It is a good healthy family environment, excellent food and most importantly supports the community. I wish you could have met her while you were there.

[@gauravshukla71]

My understanding is that she basically bought into an existing park, rebranded it etc. However same sentiment in that she wanted to help the community that she grew up in. She didn't build it from scratch per se. She rescued it and made it bigger and better

[@oneslikeme]

There were rumors for a long time that she was going to build a second Dollywood in my home area of southeastern Kentucky. She even bought a huge track of land there. But unfortunately, that never panned out. :( It would have brought a lot of jobs to a very poor area. I have no doubt that was her plan, if the rumors were true of course.

[@cleigh951]

Dolly for President!!!

[@erics9511]

@@gauravshukla71 Yes, you're correct. I visited Silver Dollar City a few times as a child and that was the park that Dolly bought and turned into Dollywood.

[@gabelogan5877]

That’s why she doesn’t engage in politics. She doesn’t want to offend anyone and thus lose any business that could affect jobs.

[@itsmichaeltastic]

If you work at Dollywood and want a college degree, Dolly covers the cost in full. Every single employee at Dollywood can get a college degree totally paid for thanks to Dolly. She's truly an icon of giving back to the community.

[@nuggetbutter1314]

Yep, and also, if you are in the military, when you have to leave for any reason such as training, deployment, etc., you still get paid for 8 hours a day, 5 days a week.

[@Crazyguy_123MC]

She is a treasure to the world.

[@sisronweasley2074]

No way that's incredibly kind of her 🥹

[@derekwinston4105]

That’s awesome! It’s a shame that the major corporations in the US don’t give two shits about their employees.

[@valloriebarnes9800]

She also gives every school age kid books in TN. They come in the mail yearly.

[@FourFish47]

Dolly Parton is one celebrity who grew up terribly poor and made it to the top, but instead of living in a Golden Mansion, she gives back to fans by opening Dollywood. She's the sweetest woman on the planet. I really don't think she's ever had an enemy. I'm so glad you're visiting here and filming it. It doesn't look like what I expected, it looks even better. Thank you Jolly! ❤

[@moogogaipan]

She didn't create dollywood to give back to fans. It's a business. She makes tons of money off of it.

[@naienko]

@@moogogaipan you are wrong. She has spoken before about her desire to help improve the lives of the folk in the area that she grew up in, and Dollywood was one of the first ventures she undertook to do that. The money she makes from the theme park goes into the Imagination Library, the ability of the park to continue to offer jobs to the community, to charities that help folk in the area, and various other ventures to grow the economy of the TN Appalachian area. Look up the Gatlinburg fires from several years ago, and keep your mouth off our Queen.

[@nathancochran4694]

She has had one enemy... Jolene.

[@BoydWilson-g7e]

Except...she didn't open it, she bought it. It used to be Silver Dollar City.

[@protorhinocerator142]

@@nathancochran4694 The dreaded female version of Jollie. THE PROPHECIES ARE TRUE

[@SarahJSweetheart]

I suffer from a chronic health condition(s) that means its not uncommon for me to go days without eating due to severe nausea. Whenever that happens, i watch JOLLY, just something about these 2 felloow Brits going "Mmmmm god thats good" gives me enough of an appetite to attempt food - and i always feel 10x better afterwards ❤

[@dylandillpickle7729]

Same.

[@DYoung-vt8pq]

Wrapping you in healing light from afar! Be well. ❤❤

[@Osprey850]

Coincidentally, I was feeling slightly nauseous and light headed an hour ago, but didn't feel like making food, even though I could tell that I was hungry. 10 minutes into a Jolly episode, I had to pause it and make some food to eat during the rest of the video. Now I'm feeling a lot better, too. 😀

[@theresarogerssimpson1280]

That is wonderful ❤

[@jax782q]

Dolly was born and raised there and she has taken care of the people in that region by providing employment through her theme park, giving school supplies to children when they start school and far beyond Tennessee through her Imagination Library promoting literacy and encouraging kids to love reading. She is an amazing human being and I’m proud to say that my family comes from the same region. To see someone who came from the humble beginnings of an Appalachian community give back so generously isn’t a surprise. The south gets a bad wrap and is often the butt of jokes but the generosity of the people in that region is a real thing and Dolly is a walking, talking testament to that. She gives me hope for humanity. Thank you for shining a positive light on the food and culture of the south, they are truly one and the same.

[@aktara8811]

We took part in her Imagination Library and received a free book for each child (I have two) every months in the mail all the way in Alaska. My kids know who Dolly is and how she loves to help children

[@nullify23]

My daughter and I have read dozens of books that we've gotten from Dolly's programs. It's really great.

[@kayelle8005]

I love Dolly. Incredible human being. I can’t wait to visit the South when I get to visit the USA next year.

[@jojocurtin6668]

I was wondering if they knew this about her and especially about why she opened the park. She’s absolutely incredible and any credit she may receive for it, it still isn’t enough

[@mattlaliberty2863R]

Thank you dolly for the books for my 4 children , from Manitoba , Canada

[@elisemoore8044]

Dolly saved that theme park and the entire county several decades ago. It was going bankrupt and there was no employment. She bought it, employed her family and every person in the county who needed work. It saved the county and now it employs thousands in the hotels and restaurants as well as the theme park. You can spend an entire day just seeing all the music shows, which we've done. She invites local food trucks to come and sell their food in her Park and they keep their profit. Senior citizens in the area can still get employment there whenever they need it. Look at pictures of Pigeon Forge from the 1970s and now.

[@SteveRooster-km5rg]

Thats pretty awesome if you ask me.

[@MedicLady523A]

FANTASTIC!! I don’t see anyone else doing that but Dolly!

[@jazzvibe8756]

Wasn’t it previously called Silver Dollar City?

[@jenaejenae-l3o]

​@@jazzvibe8756lol nope, that's still alive and well in Missouri

[@wesleycarroll9799]

@@jenaejenae-l3othey are right, Dollywood was Silver Dollar City before Dolly bought in. There were 2 Silver Dollar Cities. They’re still sister parks operated by the same company!

[@ItzShdw]

seeing a fan interaction that is a little old lady who consumes your content solely through tiktok is so heartwarming i bet they made her day

[@FuhrerHeisen]

was looking for this comment. thank you!

[@mercyworks2]

She was such an angel! ❤❤❤

[@markmyers8491]

😊😭

[@GardenFairyPrincess]

Haha idk they were even on tiktok! I dont think they knew either 😅

[@christinejensen3534]

Hey I resemble that remark. We are old not dead of course we use TikTok 🙄

[@rosemadder5547]

My town!! I'll never forget driving past the night of the Wild Fires, getting away, and the sky lit up red and smoky behind Dollywood. It was surreal. Then she gave money to the families when the gov was moving slow. She pays well at the park and helps us locals in so many ways. Helps the eagles ❤ The books we go home with, with our newborns... She's amazing. Rest In Peace to the 14 souls lost that night.

[@MISNM0]

Your post really touches my heart. Very important moment to highlight and indeed RIP to the Souls. 🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊

[@joymcmicken6629]

I remember the fire. What a tragedy. My parents have met Dolly and spoken to her several times. She is an absolute saint. She has done so much for people and meeting is extremely important for her. She has literally giving away millions of books! You can’t find anybody with a bigger heart than Dolly

[@VConley]

As a native Tennesseean, it’s been an absolute treat seeing y’all explore all the unique foods and culture here.

[@naienko]

It's so lovely to see them discover why Dolly is the Queen of Appalachia in this episode, too.

[@judygadde8708]

Same!

[@jimmybs]

I'm from NJ. I live approximately 30 minutes from SIX FLAGS GREAT ADVENTURE. I visited Dollywood about 15 years ago. We still tell stories about the rides and food. What a slice of heaven. Can't wait to get back!

[@lizs.5046]

Yassss! Same!

[@aziandomination16]

just moved to a small town south of nashville and its been great couple years living here

[@SouthEastMtnHippie]

Dolly Parton is the closest living example we have to an actual Saint. In 1988 she started her Buddy program which gave each pair of middle school students that both graduated high school $500 (about $1400 today's money). The high school drop out rate fell from over 35% to 6% almost immediately after. She has literally changed the shape of her home for generations to come.

[@Tofu_Pilot]

Then why do you have to pay to get on the list of books she sends to kids? Saint my ass.

[@kat41KY]

​@@Tofu_Pilot you need to fill out an application, she has given away millions of books in areas with very high poverty levels!

[@kaytalk9448]

​@@kat41KYYou're so right! It doesn't cost a thing. Did it for my Grandchild!

[@AvaNightingale]

​@@Tofu_Pilot Lol liar, my kids have been on that list nearly since they were born and never been charged a thing!

[@hannahb.375]

@@Tofu_Pilotyou don’t…. My goddaughter is on it. I signed her up and have never been charged a thing…

[@MechaTheSpider]

I'm from the area, Dolly literally paid for my books at school and lunches. She's a saint.

[@giraffesinc.2193]

What an angel!!

[@amandawolfe1054]

I'm from Blount County, and I remember that for years, Dolly would buy the seniors in Sevierville a Saturn (vehicle from the 1980s and 1990s) when they graduated high school. Not sure if Dolly still does that or not, but I know she's helped a whole lot of people in Sevier County, surrounding counties, and around the world, for a long while.

[@JBAutomotive794]

❤🇺🇸

[@rhon715]

@@amandawolfe1054I had a couple Saturns. They were good little cars, and it was sad they went out of business.

[@rosemadder5547]

Same here. I remember on the worst night of the Wild Fires, driving down veterans to get away, ashes and embers falling everywhere, and to the right is Dollywood, with the sky lit up red and orange behind it, the smoke billowing up ... Thank goodness it was spared, it was such a a surreal thing. And knowing how much she helped us all growing up...

[@jengibs]

My kids get books from the Imagination Library every month, and my daughter loves to read because of it. She thinks Dolly is the one directly sending her the books, and I don't correct her because it's just so sweet. She loves Dolly to bits, and I hope to one day take my kids to Dollywood.

[@kitskivich]

That's absolutely adorable.

[@ArcadiaJade]

Mine do too! My daughter loved the monster book last month. I'm sad she will be 5 in April and will no longer get the books!

[@deanospimoniful]

Dolly Parton is a national treasure. I've heard nothing but good things about Dollywood, both in how they treat guests and their employees.

[@southempireproductions5183]

Except the food prices, there’s a reason they never told the price of any of the food. The “piece” of pie was probably 20+ dollars

[@cbirdman]

@@southempireproductions5183 No comparison Disney prices. And that slice of pie was the size of a full pie, so $20 isn’t that high. Would have cost $40 at Disney.

[@Eviltwin531]

The one "bad thing" I'll say about Dollywood is the hills sneak up on you when you're trekking around the park. You can end up hiking four mountains back and forth without realizing it.

[@colekinser407]

@@southempireproductions5183it’s like $12 for a funnel cake at the local fair nowadays. $20 for a pice of pie mom/dad and the kids can share in the nationally known theme park is pretty good.

[@TM-jx4zj]

🤣

[@NotSoFast71]

The kettle corn protective gear is because the sugar is molten and sprays out in droplets when the corn pops. Hundreds of degrees hot.

[@bw2082]

Yes. Dolly is osha compliant

[@l0sts0ul89]

In prison they literally use molten sugar as a weapon

[@Soten_Bori]

Good luck getting molten sugar off your skin

[@SteveRooster-km5rg]

...and it sticks to your skin.

[@NotSoFast71]

@@waynepantry7023 they seemed confused.

[@katfran492]

Dolly would never allow bad food at her park. She wants everyone to have a wonderful time so they will come back. From what I’ve heard the staff is treated extremely well. Disney could never.

[@leapintothewild]

Yep, you never hear anyone say lovely things about Walt, esp anyone who ever worked for him.

[@maestrojon]

@@leapintothewild I worked at Disneyland (the original) and heard lots of good stories about Walt from the old timers who worked there, and also met a couple of the old Imagineers who loved Walt. No question they worked their asses off, but they loved what they did, and Walt let them run wild if he liked their idea. Walt also did great things for the theme park employees, like food at the cast member cafeterias was sold for cost (that ended quickly after he was gone). He loved interacting with the guests and theme park employees. He did not like interacting with executives as much. You're probably thinking about the animators when they tried to unionize. Yes, Walt held a grudge, and that situation definitely sucked. No one is perfect, but to say he never did any good or none of his workers liked him is not true at all. I can tell you the CEO I worked under, and this was validated by those who worked under Walt, was much, much worse.

[@egroh76]

yes most things are great, but the pizza is terrible

[@Too.Cool.ForCardi]

Seems like a VAST difference between Dollywood and Disney. I now wanna visit Dollywood. I don’t think I’ll ever support DisneyWorld again and I barely support Disney as it is.

[@nschwartz311]

@@maestrojonhe was also threw his hat in the ring with antisemites and was a fairly racist so ya know….there’s also that

[@DreamingCatStudio]

I loved: “We’re not citizens of this country but I feel oddly patriotic!” ❤

[@robstockton911]

Don’t they seem like people that just 100% fit in wherever they go?

[@pookhahare]

The park will be packed even more next month when leaves on trees start change colors. It is just spectacular.

[@dreampsi2]

not to mention when they do the holiday lights!

[@TheRatedOniChannel]

Please tell me they sell cider!

[@monniedee1999]

Even if they didn't, there are plenty of places near by that do ​@TheRatedOniChannel

[@LordHawHaw100]

Between thanksgiving and christmas is the beat time to go. Dollywood at night is surreal.

[@trinip5599]

I’m not American but I’ve lived here in the USA for 30yrs. A lot of foreigners think American food is all frozen or junk food, thank you for sharing the different foods of the many different cultures that reside here!!! Y’all help show the world American food can be amazing and unique!!!

[@KayElle-k3i]

If you have been here for 30 years I would say, yes you are officially American ☺️

[@LorCoors]

Officially an American for sure.

[@ahnana833]

Cinnamon bun , kettle corn filled with salt sugar, fried chicken is still pretty much junk food lol😂 fills the soul though

[@JonathanWaterbury]

Cheers fellow American. Agreed though outside of this there’s a ton of great food and people in a big country of a lot different cultures.

[@theblobconsumes4859]

@@ahnana833 Not really what people think of as junk food in terms of flavor quality and complexity tho

[@billiebuffalo]

I was so hoping for you to run into her. She randomly shows up because she's still so involved in the company. I love her.

[@knightmareking4491]

Ya that would’ve been amazing

[@tillyjames5180]

Im from asheville nc i went there as a kid dozens of times and no dolly

[@dirtyfiendswithneedles3111]

She is a truly incredible person. I have met her twice, and she does not disappoint.

[@amandawolfe1054]

I'm from Blount County, 30 mins away, and I'll tell you that Dolly is here in the area quite often (or she used to be. Now that reports are in that Carl, her husband, health might be in decline, she probably won't be in the area quite as often, as Carl tends to be her priority. And rightfully so.) because a lot of her family is still in the area, not just her businesses. But much of the time Dolly is here you won't see her, unless it's a special/scheduled event at Dollywood, or at one of her other businesses ventures. Dolly Parton tends to keep much of her visits to East TN very low key, and then shes back to Nashville she goes.

[@jacobkozelichki4883]

We saw her once. She was taking pictures with fans at the entrance. She was just walking around smiling and greeting people

[@26fitch]

I met dolly as a girl scout when I was 7 , ill never forget how sweet she was

[@be3469]

Fun fact for those interested about Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, they do mail free books for children all around the world. For any parents who need children's books, I highly recommend checking to see if your area is available, they usually mail one every month.

[@learnway8016]

Wonder what she has to say about the recent "book burnings" like at that university... was it in FL?

[@be3469]

@@learnway8016 I imagine she'd be sad people couldn't come together and resolve problems through dialogue. But, rather than lingering on the negatives, she seems like she'd focus on a soft spoken honest future for everyone.

[@Sammyltv]

@@learnway8016 It was in Georgia if I'm not mistaken

[@quila402]

​@learnway8016 in general she has been intentionally non political. She has practiced not doing so to avoid alienating fans. It's been a smart move, as she's been able to reach and support so many this way.

[@jasongorkisch]

@@quila402 Exactly this, even to the point where she's refused to let them honor her up in the state capital.

[@turcj]

Dolly was born in those woods and when she hit it big, she vowed to help as many people as she could. She used her fame to open an amusement park in the middle of the mountains that would bring industry and opportunity to the people she loved. A lot of the people working in the park are her family members. She is a true American Icon. She has always been a bigger than life person with a bigger than life heart.

[@connorriley7511]

The theme park was already there, she bought a stake in the park. It’s still owned by Herschend Enterprises, Dolly just sits on the board of the park. When Dolly bought a stake in the park they rebranded from Silver Dollar City to Dollywood. It operated as Silver Dollar City for a decade before Dolly became part of the board for the park and changed the name. It had a different name before Silver Dollar City and operated for 6 years before the first name change when Herschend bought the park in 1976. You make it sound like Dolly built a theme park in the woods like the baseball field in the corn field in Field of Dreams. The park was there for 16 years before she got involved.

[@hannahb.375]

@@connorriley7511it was massively failing in the area though

[@mentallyunw3ll]

Dolly is the patron saint of Tennessee. We love her. Everyone loves her. I’ve never heard anyone that doesn’t love her.

[@brennenfoerst3908]

The folk of Western North Carolina are obsessed with her too! I’m even VERY distantly related to her family even. A couple folk in my town are. It ain’t much but still cool to be even slightly related though! 😂👌

[@wtfesme235]

Dolly is the patron saint of Appalachia. Tennessee gets first dibs, but all of us down here love her beyond reason. I’m so glad you got to experience that park. ❤😊

[@EastSider48215]

A person who doesn’t love Dolly needs a heart transplant.

[@hannahb.375]

@@brennenfoerst3908ahhhh me too! 3rd cousin twice removed lolol. My uncle sold her a hot water heater once and told her the story my family always told about being related to her (the three brothers that first immigrated to the states) and she had heard it too and they looked into it and it was true. We got to go to a BBQ at her house when I was 5. Sad I’ll probably never go back 😭 but my uncle did several times until he passed away at the age of 41 :/ she is great.

[@rstroh2105]

matron!

[@SchnoogansMcDuff]

I absolutely LOVE that Josh and Olly are celebrities at Dollyland.

[@hilarybareiss4646]

So Dollywood is actually a really high ranking park nationally! I'm a member of both NAPHA and ACE (National Amusement Park Historical Association and American Coaster Enthusiasts) and in the Golden Ticket awards and the NAPHA annual survey, Dollywood regularly places for both the most beautiful theme park AND the best food categories!! So they really are one of the best in the country :)

[@Posirep]

I'd still take Silver Dollar City and Busch Gardens Williamsburg over Dollywood

[@tabithamashburn8786]

I have been to both Busch Gardens and Dollywood, and love them equally

[@hilarybareiss4646]

@@Posirep Busch Gardens is the other best competitor for the most beautiful park title! I haven't been able to get to SDS myself but it's on my bucket list

[@hikerboy3723]

I was in Dollywood the exact day they came! I’ve been waiting for this video to drop for so long! I even got to take some pictures with them and see them dancing and having a great time!

[@Hawkytown]

When were they there? I am bummed that I missed them

[@hikerboy3723]

@@Hawkytown June 27

[@timjb3376]

remember going there when visiting family its a shame they removed the flooded mine and log flume ride but its good they still have Blazing Furry

[@shariponder8507]

Super cool!!!❤

[@Too.Cool.ForCardi]

Nice! I’m glad you had a good experience meeting them too! 💙

[@tully6648]

One thing I'll always remember about me and my partner's trip to TN is that, while we were riding around the free trolley in Pigeon Forge (we needed a break), we heard the locals talking about Dolly. They didn't talk about her like she was a celebrity, but like an old, dear friend. Literally: "Think she'll come down this weekend?" "Not if it's raining. Y'all know she don't come down if it's raining." "Bless her heart!" and so on. Not a bad word about her. This video just reinforced that if we ever get to go to TN again, I'm making going to Dollywood a priority.

[@1989taylorswifttv]

we sure do talk like this. i’ve met her sister at walmart. we feel like her family is our family lol

[@marvelcraver]

3:05 really its a mostly adult party thing in the UK? In American it is INCREDIBLY common for families and groups to match for trips. Makes it easier to find them in a crowd.

[@joebluhm]

My 3 year old son is getting the first DOLLY LIBRARY book this week.

[@brittneyhartman3174]

My son LOVES running to the mailbox on our “Dolly book” days! They will also send a video to your email on his birthday with Dolly singing happy birthday and it makes me cry every time, lol I know it’s a generic birthday message BUT it’s from Dolly so it still feels heartfelt ❤️

[@Marte0107]

I’m in Ireland, never been to ‘the south’ and have no link to it but it is making me so happy reading all the comments about the Americans praising Dolly/ Dollyland. Like how apparently it’s a great place to be/ work, Dolly is good person and how you appreciate the guys are enjoying and exploring your homeland. It’s such a wholesome and cute comment section, I love it ❤

[@danielmoore9950]

Well over %80 of the people from the region have deep Irish roots. I recently found out that all my great-great grandparents were Irish settlers, and that's not uncommon here. You may have more of a link to the region than you realize.

[@leapintothewild]

My mom’s family came here from Ireland and Scotland generations back, and many many families in Appalachia are the same, so you’ve prob got a passel of kin here you don’t know about! 😉

[@dreampsi2]

Living in "the south" I've never been to Dollywood but my Mother and other family go a couple times per year. My ancestry DNA was taken recently and I found out I'm about 80% Irish and Scottish so some of the settlers hit this area! All my life I have craved bread and potatoes, stews, chilis and when all my life growing up I'd see pics of things like the green cliffs of Moher and I'd sigh with nostalgia. I visited England in 1997 and never was a big beer drinker but I asked the bartender to give me whatever and he served me the best beer I'd ever tasted. When I returned home it was the only thing I would drink...and it was Killian's Irish Red! So, a lady once told me, "It's in the bones" and now I know what that means. I've kinda been thinking it might be nice to visit before I'm in a wheelchair and can't make the trip. Cheers from the south!

[@danamichelle1290]

Ocracoke Island in North Carolina was settled by the Irish. The native Ocracokers have Carolina Brogue accents that sound VERY Irish but southern, it's really cool to hear. Sadly southern accents are dying out.

[@propertylady57]

My dad was from County Cork and my mother’s parents were from Ireland and moved to New York in the mid 1920’s. I’m afraid to do an Ancestry DNA because if it showed anything but 100% Irish my parents would be rolling in their graves, especially my dad. He was a proud Irish man and a proud American.

[@StephanieBryant-rj5kr]

Welcome to East Tennessee!!!!! AND CONGRATULATIONS Josh on the birth of your daughter! Please come back soon!

[@dreichert1438]

Go Vols!

[@hillvolfan]

@@dreichert1438 - Go Vols indeed !!!

[@marytaylorgray7027]

Go Vols!!!

[@FandomsLady]

Dollywood is a gem! Dollywood treats the employees better than anywhere. Dolly is a national treasure! She turkey helped the town where she grew up. She continues to help the area and across the states! Dollywood sets a standard for theme parks everywhere! The cinnamon bread is my number one treat in America!

[@lulahbelb.3670]

As someone from the U.S. that has never in a million years thought of going to Dollywood, you have completely changed my mind. It looks fun and like it has good food and is in a beautiful area. Seems 1000% better than Disney or other theme parks. 🥰🥰🥰 Seems chill.

[@cuttermasterson]

I agree. I am definitely considering going there instead of Disney. Especially after that food lawsuit. I’m never eating at Disney

[@tmoore1144]

I was just thinking the same thing. I only live about 6 hours away. Dollywood is more affordable than Disney and the food looks much more appetizing.

[@amandawolfe1054]

I'm from a neighboring county in East TN, and I've been going to Dollywood since I was 6 yrs old (Im 45 yrs old now, so yeah, Ive spent some time at the park lol) and I definitely encourage y'all to come up and visit Dollywood, but also see everything here in East TN. Dollywood is just one park and one of Dolly's business ventures here, theres even more, including a decent sized water park called Splash Country. Not to mention all the other shopping places and theaters and restaurants and etc that are here. This is a very family oriented area, including the surrounding counties, and theres literally something for just about everybody here, especially if you love nature and the outdoors. My favorite, of course, is The Great Smoky Mountain National Park, and South Central Appalachia, as a whole. Im from Blount County, 40 mins away from Dollywood, and these hills are my home, and Im very proud of them.

[@danip3270]

I’ve heard the holidays are quite amazing there. I look forward to going for Christmas someday with family.

[@williamwallace576]

I’m from NC and didn’t go to Dollywood until I was a young adult. I remember thinking “Dollywood? Why would we go there!?” Then I was surprised at how fun it actually was, particularly the surprising amount of thrill rides!

[@tammymcc-n7652]

Dolly is America’s Queen. No other woman in America has her love and her heart. She is beautiful inside and out. Thank you for paying respect to her and her theme park.

[@williambowman2326]

Outstanding reaction and glad you had a great time. One reason Dollywood is outstanding is because it’s still operated by her and not some board of directors that can’t relate to average people and what gives them joy. Dolly has her 😊name on the sign and she is proud of what she has created. You never really know the true nature of a celebrity but the excellence of Dollywood gives a snapshot of the character of the woman.

[@williambowman2326]

@@RA82828 Thanks.

[@jinny13]

I love how all the comments are about all the incredible things Doll Parton has done and how many people she has helped ❤❤❤ a true philanthropist and icon 💗

[@yvonne3582]

As an American, I can honestly say that not all of our theme parks have such high quality food. Anyone that has been to a Six Flags can attest to how subpar amusement park food can be. Being in the South already feels like a trip into another world, but we now have to add Dollywood into our must visit food destinations.

[@moisesinfantes2797]

Same. Disney and Six flag have trash and very expensive food.

[@TwistedThor187]

Silverwood has killer food. It's just kind of out of the way

[@TheDuds33]

Agrees. For the hype Disney gets, the food offerings as a whole are sorely disappointing. I went to Silver Dollar City for the first time and was really impressed. Seems to have similar food offerings as Dollywood.

[@GenXDaddyO]

Yeah, the last time I took my family to Disney we paid $60 for four school cafeteria hamburgers, fries and a soda. Ridiculous.

[@katzbac]

I went to Universal and the food was so good! I only hear bad things abt Disney's food, so I never want to go there😅 I only like parks for their food lol

[@capncait]

I used to manage a local Imagination Library program! The books are specially selected based on the child’s age. The impact of getting a free book each month cannot be understated. Dolly is amazing.

[@Keely_OReally]

my mom signed us up for it, and then I signed up my kids for it. We still have the books that were sent and they were very enjoyable books to read

[@Crumpet71]

I'm a Brit, and I've lived in TN for 25 years. Let me tell you biscuits are a revelation! Welcome to Tennessee Gents!

[@HayK_730]

This was such a joy to watch

[@emilywynstra]

Josh and Ollie clad in khaki splendor, bopping around Dollywood, look like two culinary explorers 😁

[@karaashcraft6097]

Dolly is a National Treasure! She loves her roots, her fans, and the future of the country she is from.

[@sadiekincaid5310]

The weekend before Thanksgiving she has a Thanksgiving dinner cooked for the staff of Dollywood to celebrate Thanksgiving as a family. Dollywood hires local people to work there so that as many locals can support their families. About 5 years ago Dollywood added sound proof rooms for people to use if they get over stimulated or just need a quiet place to calm down away from all the noise of the park and they are free to use.

[@GramsMusick158]

That is amazing! So many people on the spectrum are wonderful workers but really need that to calm down and recharge

[@stevenhollingsworth733]

I was born and raised in Florida.I retired three years ago to eastern tennessee. It is absolutely beautiful and the people are very friendly.

[@LaurenOrion]

Miss Pamela asking for a picture because she watched y'all on tiktok was so precious

[@melissatrouton781]

Her accent made me so homesick for East Tennessee. 😢

[@jenniferwick2772]

"Bakeries in London, I will throw you all under the bus!" Ollie doubling down on Dolly's cinnamon bread. 6:50 I love when Ollie gets won over by American food :)

[@TheDuds33]

under the Dolly Trolley...haha

[@protorhinocerator142]

And remember when eating a turkey leg, you gotta Henry VIII that thing. Maybe say "Off with their heads!"

[@sweetsapphiresunseed]

He fights loving it so much but we all knew he was HAD 😂

[@user-zy5eb1sc5q]

It's a fake comment aimed to please that's all. These two have sold out to their US audience for views

[@user-zy5eb1sc5q]

Dolly bread better than the finest bakeries in London? Yeah, right

[@Eviltwin531]

Sometimes it's the little cultural differences that are the most surprising. The idea at 6:10 that you'd never even heard of apple butter when it's so ubiquitous around here is mind-boggling, everybody has it on hand, almost whether they want to or not. (If anybody's curious, it's a spread made from cooking down apples until they caramelize to a deep brown and reduce into a thick spreadable paste... we call it a butter, but it's closer to a jam in practice, though much smoother.)

[@ameliamcdonald17]

It's the pulp that's left from separating the juice. A small amount of sugar and spice is added to the pulp and the pectin naturally occurring in the pulp thickens it.

[@kimberlyl8766]

I have apple trees and make apple butter in my slow cooker every year! It's a uniquely American spread. 😊

[@jlouis4407]

Gatlinberg area definitely likes apple butter, have been to the Apple Barn many times

[@jennifertselentis4755]

Would probably be classified as a curd

[@kimberlyl8766]

@@jennifertselentis4755 nope, a curd has eggs in it.

[@Bornahorse]

Not from TN but I live an hour away from Dollywood now. My favorite place in Tennessee. I really hope you guys experienced more of the park than you showed here because it really is just that magical! Thunderhead is my fav coaster along with Lightning Rod, and I really hope you went on Blazing Fury, the local's favorite and a classic staple. Please tell me you rode the train!! It has it's own fascinating history too! The conservation efforts with the birds (and the breeding program where they release healthy young birds to increase the wild population!), the Imagination Library, employing locals and senior citizens are only a drop in the bucket of what Dolly has done for her community. She is the undisputed Goddess of Tennessee.

[@caztastrophee]

I've been to Dolly Wood, nothing but good things to say about it. My daughter receives books from her charity, and we even got an email from Dolly singing my daughter happy birthday last year. Such a gem of a lady. ❤

[@joannhunter1034]

There was a wildfire in that area a few years back. Dolly helped the community and businesses get through a pretty tuff time. It took a while to build back. It's better than it was before!

[@brennenfoerst3908]

Yeah that was pretty f***ed. My JROTC Battalion drove a bunch of supplies out there and I still see the devastation in my sleep sometimes… Horrifying how people can lose everything so quickly. But it’s inspiring how people are willing to pull together and help one another in tragedy! Now? The place is looking better than ever! ❤️

[@SarahEA1]

We were there vacationing the weekend after from Ky. Was supposed to have stayed in Gatlinburg to watch the parade. It was very bitter sweet. It was vary sad. Talked to a waitress at a restaurant and she said she is afraid people won't come back after that fire.

[@maggiewittekind8806]

Dollywood isn't like other theme parks. People are genuinely nice, food is good and reasonably priced and the rides pretty fun. And the scenery is beautiful.

[@fernandochavez4312]

Thanks for being respectful and enthusiastic. Miss Dolly is pretty awesome. Thanks again

[@helia_hella]

8:32 the ads that you watch willingly🤘🏼

[@LynnMujie]

I know! It’s pure ART!

[@teresacline6672]

I wholeheartedly agree! The best VPN commercial ever!😂

[@caithomas-jenkins1732]

I was literally about to say this 😂

[@pequena_ninera]

Dolly Parton is a genuine angel that came from heaven to teach us about kindness, compassion, empathy and love. Not to mention to help others in need, because you never know what someone is going through. I'm not a huge fan of her music, but I am a big fan of her movie and TV career and I really hope some day I can meet her and tell her how special she is to millions of people. I'm so glad you two decided to visit Dollywood and taste the food. If I ever went there, Dollywood would be one of my first stops.

[@dianeoliver3078]

Yes, apple butter is a well known staple in USA. It’s considered old fashioned but it’s definitely my favorite.

[@DavidRokon]

Just apple sauce, but slow cooked, would always recommend.

[@MarthaJane-s9s]

it's so good with raisin cinnamon bread toasted with the butter on top my mouth is watering rn

[@sandramoore]

Dolly is involved in everything at Dollywood. She has probably sampled all the food at the park and made sure it is excellent,

[@AdamSmith-gs2dv]

Herschend parks always have great food. Silver Dollar City in Branson also has amazing food

[@AndrewTheMandrew531]

“People are so nice here!” That’s southern hospitality for you.

[@rstroh2105]

That's not just Southern culture, it's Bible belt culture, too!

[@cha0sb1rd]

why does the nord song go so hard, y'all rlly doing the best things possible for max engagement. 10/10 followthrough would watch again

[@Sixloveswho]

Watching you guys visit the places I grew up is genuinely amazing. The south (sometimes rightly so) gets a lot of negative coverage. Thank you for showing the beautiful parts of my home state ❤

[@Sixloveswho]

I can’t describe the joy I felt when I saw Dollywood in the thumbnail!!!!

[@juanwick523]

compared to the crime-ridden filthy cities in the North and the West Coast?

[@brittneyhartman3174]

Native Tennessean (Chattanoogan, more specifically) here! I’m over the moon excited that you guys got to experience Dollywood, the culture and beauty of the Smoky’s, the amazing food…growing up in and around the area has been a huge blessing and I love seeing others fall in love with it too ❤️ Dolly is a national treasure & absolutely deserves every ounce of recognition she gets. Her impact on the community is incredible, her Imagination Library puts books into the hands of every child, every single month, from birth to age 5 completely free of charge. Her contributions to local businesses and residents after the wildfires made such a huge difference…truly a rags to riches story and one that we’re all proud of.

[@ratouttahell]

Chattanoogan too! I went up to Dollywood for the first time in EONS and splash country for the first time ever with my best friends over the summer and it was a dream. I believe we have an imagination library billboard near downtown.

[@kiralink4141]

I live in Florida but every time we’ve been to Tennessee we’ve made Dollywood and the Aquarium a priority. Dollywood is a national treasure.

[@donaldlewis567]

I live 5 minutes from Dollywood and will be there again tonight. It really is such an honor to live here in the birthplace of Dolly Parton. Her theme park and her philanthropy are beyond reproach. She is a national treasure. Thank you for the great video!

[@brennenfoerst3908]

Dang! Only 5 minutes? Lucky! I’m an hour and 10 minutes away… but it’s OBVIOUSLY worth the drive!

[@karencox3235]

@@brennenfoerst3908 I'm about 2 hours myself. Kids and I had passes back in 2019. Been there a couple times since.

[@brennenfoerst3908]

@@karencox3235 nice! I’ve been to neighboring Splash Country. Don’t like it very well. But Dollywood is the best!

[@peppernc429]

“Dolly has high standards. She works 9 to 5.” 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@orangesherbert775]

I love Ollie so much.

[@bucketmouth]

😂😂😂 fucking great

[@IDiggPattyMayonnaise]

High standards are a normal workday

[@asiaroberson3442]

I died 🤣

[@brendasmith7118]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@WillisRae37]

Brits have to have strong stomachs cause eating between roller coaster rides is an insane concept to me 😂

[@LordHawHaw100]

Since its a maritime nation, a country of people who dont get seasick! Strong stomachs!

[@kadehornsby8133]

The older woman embodies every sweet southern grandmother. Love to refresh some memories from a stop on a family vacation years ago. Hope y’all had a blast!

[@living_croissant6612]

my whole family is from the deep south and my dad grew up in the same town Dolly is from. Because of that, one of my great-uncles used to run her security detail and that side of the family became close friends of hers. even though she had her own family and things to do around Christmas, she would always have presents for my dad and his family as they were often too poor to buy their own further showing how wonderful of a person she truly is.

[@marksmith4892]

I've been to Dollywood and trust me folks they aren't exaggerating about the food. It really IS that good. Those turkey drumsticks? MASSIVE.

[@amandakey9234]

When you come to the south, you won't leave hungry. The food is great along with the culture. Super happy yall are having a blast.

[@Marthyboy88]

Heyyyyy Saw you guys here. I was with my daughter walking by and saw you trying what I thought was a cheese steak sandwich at ~9AM and thought "who tf is buying that right now?" and then noticed it was you guys. Thanks for the picture! You guys are awesome.

[@DeeVet1]

You guys are ACES! I love that Josh chose the, “cowboy hero hat” and Ollie chose the, “cowboy sidekick hat!” Can’t believe that after Ollie’s tummy emergency, he was still chuffed (British slang from a New Jersey, USA Yankee grandma) to continue riding roller coasters then ate even more! I love your videos. Carry on, mates! 🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@pookhahare]

@@DeeVet1 Josh's hat looked like my Australian oil skin duster hat.

[@faithgaskins1948]

It makes me so happy as someone who grew up 30 minutes from dollywood and spent many of summers at Dollywood. To see them have so much fun at place that holds so much nostalgia for me

[@protorhinocerator142]

They could do like The Carpetbagger and have a whole channel visiting various theme parks and attractions across the USA. There are so many of them.

[@fijidreamer4006]

Normally happy to click "skip" on all the ads... but this has been so much fun watching you and I appreciate so much the positive vibe and the wonderful experiences you have shared, that I watched every second of the ads. Any company that supports you, is worth hearing about! Be blessed, thank you for taking the time to experience the U.S. in a fun and inspiring way.

[@howonlee27]

As a Korean living in TN, I am living vicariously through you guys! Thank you for loving my two worlds ❤️

[@skittleboo90]

The fact that he could SMELL the cinnamon bread before he even got there makes me happy as someone native to tennessee.

[@OriginalCaliKitty]

Apple butter and other fruit butters are an old-fashioned food, like preserves, that helped people to get through the winters. (The canning of fruits and vegs happened in Fall after the harvest.) My cousin had a huge Comice pear tree, and the fruit didn't keep for very long so one way she made use of the fruit was making and canning pear butter - which was delicious!!

[@faithbarre]

omg this is my childhood! I grew up in Knoxville, and my parents literally used to take us out of school to go to Dollywood a few times a year because it is just that good! Dolly Parton is a true gift to this part of the country. Thank you all for this incredible video and for appreciating East Tennessee :)

[@tammyrader5162]

My kids received those books and loved them Soo much . I'm from that area so she was already in my heart but she has a heart of Gold she gives and gives and gives and not for credit she does it because she loves helping others.

[@Town101]

OK, I'm only 6mins in. YOU TWO have shown me MORE of Dollywood than I have ever seen in my (American) life. Dolly gave $1 MILLION towards covid research, she gave scholarships and books to zillions. It must be a great feeling in that park.

[@brennenfoerst3908]

You MUST go if you ever can! Place runs Disney into the ground. Dollywood really does just feel like home! Best theme park in the country. In my opinion.

[@wesandchelle]

My family loves Dolly and Dollywood. That cinnamon bread is unbelievable. Our 3 children each received a free book every month from birth to 5 years when you get the final book about kindergarten that makes every parent cry. She's an icon.

[@zachhatfield5011]

I live about 20-30 minutes away from Dollywood. It’s all so normal to us locals. It’s crazy to see other peoples perspectives from other parts of the world. Tennessee is a really great place with really good people and a good atmosphere all around. Y’all have a great time in Tennessee. Come back and see us 👋

[@willking9662]

Jolly and Dolly ... The combination we didn't know we needed!

[@chriscotter7306]

I witnessed my granddaughter receiving one of her books in the mail. She was so thrilled! Hugging her book! We had to sit and read it as soon as we got back into the house ! Thank you Dolly! ( I had to get the Dolly's Imagination Library license plate when we switched!)

[@invisigal007]

The reason the food is so good and the park is so happy is because Dolly cares and is involved.

[@tanillecramer3915]

I’m from Alabama and I’m so glad you visited the south and enjoyed our culture. Our soul food is the best in the world!!

[@jeffmorse645]

There's something really nice to see British folks fall in love with the American South. You're basically "kin" to us and we'll make you feel welcome... and feed you! 😄

[@Timbothruster-fh3cw]

Yeah!!😄

[@Inspired3949]

I love how they took their hats off in respect in the Dolly museum.

[@katttmandoo]

West Virginia here! I have a black and white photo of my great grandma cooking Apple butter in a big cauldron in her front yard with a paddle while my grandpa watches. I love apple butter and my grade school actually restored an old one room school house and moved it to their property and every year since they host “New Era” days where they bring in civil war rein actors, do old dances, sell trinkets, and tours of the one room school. All while serving old times food, including making FRESH apple butter out front of the school!!!

[@donnakadron3772]

What an awesome idea! Great way to encourage a love of history!

[@juliehill8292]

We in this area that have lived and worked are so very proud of Dolly and her park. She has created so many jobs and has been so innovative in finding ways to give back to the community. Books could be written and have been written about her but nothing really describes the amount of pride we feel towards her. In this area we all feel like she is a part of our family because most of us have someone that has so.e of the same attributes as she does. I'm so happy you enjoyed your time in my neck of the woods so to speak. I enjoy your channel so much.

[@kettch777]

Kettle corn is extremely reminiscent of another American classic snack that was once very common nationwide: Cracker Jacks! The perfect treat to have while watching a baseball game.

[@jdls12]

They go to a lot of awesome places, to eat, events, experiencing other cultural traditions. This is honestly the most joyful I’ve ever seen them. They were really enjoying themselves

[@katzablot599]

Their trip to the Houston rodeo last year was pretty close in terms of joy levels. Same vibe. I want to go to both of these places.

[@WilderAdkins]

When I was younger my mom took us to Dollywood - in the parking lot someone stopped us and said "Hey we have extra discount coupons, would you like one?" and we got in for a discount! People really are so sweet at Dollywood.

[@dahyeskim]

Man, even as a kid, that graciousness became a core memory. Dolly Parton spreading kindness and helping it grow in so many different ways. I have so much respect for her now.

[@cristywyndham-shaw5111]

Oh, wow! That happened to me at Colonial Williamsburg! The family in front of us had extra discount coupons and asked if we wanted them!! They heard my Scots accent and said, "You're British! Glad we're all friends again" and they ran for the bus. So kind! I loved my time spent in the South. 🎉❤🎉

[@WilderAdkins]

@@cristywyndham-shaw5111 that's awesome, and I'll just say - my wife and I loved Scotland when we went as well and found the people very warm and welcoming.

[@cristywyndham-shaw5111]

@@WilderAdkins Aww, thank you! I'm so happy you enjoyed Scotland and hope you come back again soon. 😊

[@shag139]

I believe Dolly’s Dad couldn’t read which is one reason she started Imagination Library

[@Mooneyes1111]

I love this! I was on the Dollywood brochure in 1987. It’s a special place and Dolly is definitely a National Treasure! I’m glad you all chose to visit while in Tennessee!

[@allydalessi3371]

Seriously who doesn’t love Dolly Parton - she’s not just a National Treasure she’s a Global Treasure ❤️❤️

[@anaperez5442]

Some years back, I read that after she made the deal with Whitney's people for "I Will Always Love You" Dolly used the money to improve the park & for her Libray Program. Shes a true philanthropist.

[@hannahb.375]

I will always love you is Dollys song haha she was already getting royalties if Whitney’s version

[@PursuingHeaven]

Dolly is a national treasure so thanks for being so appreciative of her life and her work.

[@lyndajones2029]

Oh my you experiencing DOLLYWOOD was so fun. My first trip was amazing. Best memories were the Dolly museum And learning more about her life and her charitable endeavors Also at one of the restaurants an older employee offering me beans she had in a well used crock pot- they were so good - pretty sure she made them at home and brought them with her to work. Everyone was so friendly and helpful and I never heard anyone swearing- which was such a delight - coming from California. All around were families having a great time. One of my best memories.

[@keyofeflatmajor]

Y’all!!!😭❤️ Seeing you experience and enjoy Tennessee culture has made me so happy! I’m so glad y’all enjoyed it! Dollywood is an essential southern experience, and seeing y’all there - where I have so many good memories - was so fun! Sending more love from Tennessee❤ Thank you so much for your amazing dedication to making us smile!

[@heroizumi]

Between the cute interaction with the older lady, the amazing food and that ad break ahahhahhaha. While I'm not really a fan of Dolly's music, she is an incredible human and I wish there were more out here like her. The book donations and opening a place like Dollywood to increase tourism and jobs in the place she's from is wonderful.