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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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Electric guitars featured at Main Stage Music in Dayton, TN

Discover Tennessee's Music Genres

Loretta Lynn's in Hurricane Mills, TN

Small Town Music Sites

Kingsport, TN Sponsored

Appalachian Adventure in Kingsport

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

Spread wings overhead, rushing river below, Pathways and trails through the cedar and oak, The breeze and birds sing you along, In the Tennessee air with a Tennessee song. Lace up your hiking boots and a nice warm coat, Grab a couple of friends and see where they go. Written about Cumberland Gap, Tennessee.

6 Incredible Hikes

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Waterfall Cycling Routes

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Explore These 13 Historic Getaways

Baker Creek Preserve in Knoxville

Knoxville Friends Getaway

The Coalmont Cabin near Chattanooga, Tennessee

Winter Getaways in Tennessee

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