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trip inspiration

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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Multiple thin waterfalls streaming down a wide layered rock face, surrounded by lush green summer forest canopy.

Secret Waterfalls

Soft blue sky with light clouds over layered distant mountains; hazy horizon and gentle gradient.

Fun Hikes in Great Smoky Mountains

Bee Rock Overlook near Cookeville, TN Sponsored

Things to Do in Cookeville

Feed giraffes at Memphis Zoo in Memphis.

Get Up Close to Animals

Cyclists crossing a bridge during the USA Cycling Trials in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Cycling Events in Tennessee

Barista Parlor in Nashville, Tennessee.

Cozy Tennessee Coffee Shops

A Model Ford T with a Christmas wreath in the Leiper's Fork Parade.

Franklin, Tennessee, Christmas Itinerary

Robert's Western World country dive bar in Nashville, TN

Nashville Dive Bars

Smoky Mountain National Park Sponsored

Explore These Smokies Towns

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