Dolly Parton herself is expected to show up at Dollywood today as the beloved East Tennessee theme park kicks off its 41st season. It's opening day for the park that bears her name, and the country music legend rarely misses the chance to greet visitors on this special day. The park has become a major destination for folks from all over, including plenty of visitors who make their way through our area on their trips to the Smoky Mountains. Dollywood has grown tremendously since it first opened, becoming one of Tennessee's top tourist attractions. For anyone planning a trip to the mountains this year, today marks the start of another season at one of the region's most popular family destinations.