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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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Articles and Itineraries

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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DEK of Hearts performs at Bluebird Cafe during Tennessee Songwriters Week FInale 2025

Travel like DEK of Hearts

Travel like DEK of Hearts
Hickory smoked ribs falling off the bone, Grab a pound of beef brisket take it on home, Fingers dripping with barbecue, Me and you and Rendezvous. Written about Charlie Vergos’ Rendezvous in Memphis, Tennessee.

Beale Street Food Guide

Beale Street Food Guide
JC Holdway gazpacho soup in Knoxville, TN

Soup Restaurants Tennessee

Soup Restaurants Tennessee
Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

Explore Hiking Trails in Tennessee

Explore Hiking Trails in Tennessee
Spectacular angle of the massive fall creek falls free-falling into a darker depths below an expansive cliff face, Fall colors surround the mouth of the water.

Fall Adventure

Fall Adventure
Nashville live music performance during 4th of July event

Nashville Music Spots

Nashville Music Spots
Historic Main Street in Downtown Morristown, TN Sponsored

Day Trip to Morristown

Day Trip to Morristown
National Cookie Day

Visit These Local Bakeries in Tennessee

Visit These Local Bakeries in Tennessee
Boating on Norris Lake in Tennessee

Tennessee Water Activities

Tennessee Water Activities