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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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Memphis in May World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest in Memphis TN

BBQ Festivals in Tennessee

Barista Parlor in Nashville, Tennessee.

Cozy Tennessee Coffee Shops

A breeze blows through the leaves on a Smoky Mountain top, As a Tennessee mocking bird sings, Two lovers side by side, On a front porch mountain top swing. Written about Anakeesta in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

Romantic Getaway in the Smokies

A museum exhibit room with glass display cases, posters, guitars on the walls, and wooden floors showcasing instruments and artifacts.

Take A Music Journey

Chattanooga, TN Sponsored

Chattanooga: An Urban-Nature Hub

Loflin Yard, Memphis

8 Memphis Restaurants with Live Music

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

Nashville Dive Bars

A cannon at Shiloh National Military Park in Shiloh, Tennessee

Civil War Places

Woman stands on a blue tufted couch in a colorful stacked wall of books, wearing a white jacket and ripped jeans.

James Beard Chefs

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