I'm a Disney World fan who went to Dollywood for the first time. It was cheaper, less crowded, and exceeded my expectations.

I'm a Disney World fan who went to Dollywood for the first time. It was cheaper, less crowded, and exceeded my expectations.

I headed to Dollywood for the first time.Frank Olito/Business InsiderI'm a longtime Disney World fan, but this summer, I visited Dollywood for the first time.The park in Tennessee was cheap, had fewer crowds, and had great snacks.Dollywood pleasantly surprised me and will make me think twice before booking another Disney trip.Disney World has long been my dream vacation.Since I was a kid, I've loved heading down to Florida and spending time in t…