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Whether you want to take a day-hike, drive the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, or spend the night in a rustic mountain lodge, the local Fodor's travel experts in Great Smoky Mountains National Park are here to help! Fodor's InFocus Great Smoky Mountains National Park guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's Great Smoky Mountains National Park travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 10 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, shopping, scenic drives, activities, side-trips, and more PHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "Best Day Hikes" and "Best Summer Activities," and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and more SPECIAL FEATURES on "Park Flora and Fauna," "What to Watch and Read Before You Visit," and "Regional Food and Drink" LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Gatlinburg, Knoxville, Pigeon Forge, Asheville, Hendersonville, Bryson City, Blue Ridge Parkway, and more! Planning on visiting other parts of North Carolina? Check out Fodor's The Carolinas & Georgia. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!
Liquid Death
Controls are intuitive and user-friendly, making my audiobook experience seamless. The app is perfect for people who love to multitask. I can listen while cooking.
MuseMaster
Thank you for making my reading goals more achievable and enjoyable. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. The app supports background playback, which is a must for me.
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Slow Trot
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Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook Pro is a feature I can't live without. The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. I love how this app brings stories to life, even during my morning jogs. Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied.
RiddleRover
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Dr. Cocktail
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Murmur
ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a blessing for enjoying clear audio in any environment. The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. Navigating through chapters has never been easier. It's a user-friendly delight. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to jump between sections. The subtle background music at key moments enhanced the experience without being distracting. More audiobooks should use this technique when appropriate!
Swing Setter
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Mad Robin
ListenBook Pro's unlimited audiobook length is a boon for those who enjoy deep dives into lengthy narratives. ListenBook has become my workout companion of choice. It keeps me motivated and entertained during exercise. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is amazing. ListenBook is top-notch. I love the ability to change the playback pitch. It’s a unique feature.
Dahlia Bumble
With ListenBook, I can keep track of my audiobook consumption and explore new content with ease. No need to convert files anymore – ListenBook's seamless playback of various formats is a game-changer for audiobook enthusiasts like me! Finally, an app that lets me organize my audiobooks effortlessly. The library organization and book groups feature make navigation a breeze. ListenBook has broadened my horizons by introducing me to a diverse range of audiobooks. It's a gateway to endless knowledge, entertainment, and inspiration.
Kazmii
Thanks to ListenBook's binaural audio processing, my extended listening sessions are fatigue-free. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a playful addition that lets me tweak the audiobook experience. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace. The voice boost feature is amazing. It makes every word crystal clear. This app is a must-have for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is intuitive, and the app supports all formats. I love the auto-bookmark feature—it saves my place automatically, so I never lose track. Highly recommend!
Pyscho Hun
The sleek design and easy navigation are visually pleasing and user-friendly. ListenBook has added a new dimension to my audiobook listening experience – it's not just about the content, but the convenience too. Binaural audio processing is a godsend. My ears don't fatigue even during extended listening. ListenBook is my trusted partner for all things audiobooks. It's reliable, intuitive, and user-friendly. ListenBook’s design is sleek and modern. The app is a pleasure to use.
StormCake
I can't get enough of this app's user-friendly interface – it's a true delight. Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its smooth interface and thoughtful features redefine audiobook joy. 📱📖 Smooth playback and great sound quality. ListenBook is my new favorite app!
Suicide Jockey
This app's ease of use has made reading an integral part of my everyday life. Audiobook heaven! This app's functionality is a dream – simple and efficient. ListenBook's comprehensive format support makes it the ultimate companion for audiobook enthusiasts. I'm amazed by the extensive statistics tracking. It's fascinating to see my listening habits.
Orange Teflon
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has made my daily activities more seamless and convenient. Tone adjustment is an innovative touch that adds a personal connection to the audiobook narration. It's like having a custom reading experience. An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with it—the narration was fine, and the story was okay—but nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience