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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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Historic Rock Castle in Sumner County, TN. Sponsored

Make Memories in Sumner County

Make Memories in Sumner County
Great Smoky Mountains two-day itinerary in Tennessee

2 Days in the Smokies

2 Days in the Smokies
Discovery Park of America in Union City, Tennessee.

Explore Small Towns

Explore Small Towns
Crossville, TN Sponsored

Take A Vacation in Crossville

Take A Vacation in Crossville
Looking at the night sky in Tennessee

Astro Travel in Tennessee

Astro Travel in Tennessee
Museum exhibit room with displays and mannequins; wall panels, benches, and a large Carl Perkins display on the right. Sponsored

Experience History

Experience History
Three dancers in colorful outfits perform a ribbon-dance on a stage, with two others in pink, plus a live orchestra in the background.

Celebrate the Lunar New Year in Nashville

Celebrate the Lunar New Year in Nashville
Inside canvas walls under party lights, A glampers camping paradise, Mountain air feels so right,  Such a unique way to spend a night. Written about campsites at Camp Leconte in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Glamping Spots to Enjoy Tennessee in Comfort

Glamping Spots to Enjoy Tennessee in Comfort
Chattanooga, TN Sponsored

Chattanooga: An Urban-Nature Hub

Chattanooga: An Urban-Nature Hub