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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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Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway

Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway

Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway
Aerial view of Chattanooga at sunset with a river, hills in the distance, and sun rays over buildings and trees. Sponsored

A NATIONAL PARK CITY

A NATIONAL PARK CITY
Visitor viewing a wall of framed photographs and a large poster featuring a gymnast performing on a beam with the name “BESSIE SMITH” visible above; blue patterned wall.

Chattanooga Itinerary for History Buffs

Chattanooga Itinerary for History Buffs
A variety of barbecue from Nashville's Martin's Bar-B-Que

Made Tennessee Bucket List Barbecue Spots

Made Tennessee Bucket List Barbecue Spots
Fans in the Titans Stadium during a football game.

Nashville Sports Attractions

Nashville Sports Attractions
A pair of cyclists bike through the Upper Sequatchie Valley.

Perfect Cycling Trip in East Tennessee

Perfect Cycling Trip in East Tennessee
Charcuterie board from Oliver Royale in Knoxville, TN

Experience These Knoxville Restaurants

Experience These Knoxville Restaurants
Mayfield Dairy Farms in Athens, TN Sponsored

Get the Scoop on Mayfield Dairy

Get the Scoop on Mayfield Dairy
Downtown shops in Paris, Tennessee

Have Fun in Paris

Have Fun in Paris