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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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Loretta Lynn's in Hurricane Mills, TN

Small Town Music Sites

Howl with the pack among the thick trees, Become one with nature in East Tennessee, Fly into space past Jupiter and Mars, Open the gateway that leads to the stars. Written about the Wolves at Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium in Kingsport, Tennessee.

Outdoor Marvels and Local Eats Experience Kingsport Tennessee

Baker Creek Preserve in Knoxville

Knoxville Friends Getaway

Historic Rock Castle in Sumner County, TN. Sponsored

Make Memories in Sumner County

Feel the leaves changing, the days getting shorter, There’s a crisp in the air, a breeze from the north, Mother Nature smiles, everything is in order, Summer recedes as autumn springs forth. Written about the Smoky Mountains for fall travel inspiration.

Tennessee Trip Guide Fall Travel Inspiration

Milky Way over Center Hill Lake in Edgar Evins State Park, TN

12 Stargazing Places

Blueberry pancakes at Pancake Pantry in Gatlinburg, TN

Pancake Houses in the Smokies

A view of the Great Smoky Mountains in a morning haze.

Fun Hikes in Great Smoky Mountains

Cool fresh dew settles all around, Night has taken hold, Tall pine tree stand watch tall and proud, As Jasmine dances in the cold. Written about Northeast Tennessee Night Sky Trail.

Accessible Destinations

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