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When it comes to writing a song, or planning a trip, some of the best ideas seem to appear out of thin air. Or, from articles and itineraries we’ve already built for you.

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Sometimes the hardest part is just getting started. Here are a few trip ideas to help get you going. For better results, sort them by area or category of interest.

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A woman sits at a wooden table outside a brick building, smiling at a large golden retriever perched on the bench with its paws on the table.

Ultimate Dog-Friendly Guide

Woman stands with arms raised in front of a brick arts center with large glass doors; sign reads “Center for the Arts.”

Performing Arts Theaters

Kids playing at Soaky Mountain Waterpark in Sevierville

Sevierville Family Vacation

A variety of barbecue from Nashville's Martin's Bar-B-Que

Made Tennessee Bucket List Barbecue Spots

Tern Club serves tropical inspired mocktails in Knoxville, TN. Expect pineapple and aloe leaves as garnishes in the fanciful mocktails and cocktails served.

Mocktails in Knoxville

Chattanooga, TN Sponsored

Chattanooga: An Urban-Nature Hub

Nashville at night

Your Nashville Travel Guide

Downtown Gatlinburg, TN Sponsored

Gatlinburg's Entertaining Spots

Looking at the night sky in Tennessee

Astrology Travel Guide

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