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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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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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Foster Falls cascades among a lush green forest into a deep pool below in Fiery Gizzard State Park in Marion, TN

Adventures Before Back to School

Adventures Before Back to School
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Have the Perfect Smokies Vacation

Have the Perfect Smokies Vacation
Nelson's Green Brier Distillery

Visit Nelson's Green Brier Distillery

Visit Nelson's Green Brier Distillery
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

Romantic Getaway in the Smokies
Fall foliage in Tennessee

Fall Foliage Journey

Fall Foliage Journey
Lorraine Motel of the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee.

Explore the U.S. Civil Rights Trail

Explore the U.S. Civil Rights Trail
Budget-friendly travel to Tennessee at Warrior's Path State Park in Kingsport, TN

Budget-Friendly Activities in Tennessee

Budget-Friendly Activities in Tennessee
Chairlift seats hang above a green valley with a distant town, sunrise light illuminating the hills and trees. Sponsored

Reach New Peaks

Reach New Peaks
Smooth paint on the cinder blocks, Lean against the wall, Get your spot at the mural stop, You’re in Nashville y’all. Written about a Nashville Mural in Nashville, Tennessee.

Things to Do in Nashville

Things to Do in Nashville