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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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Great Smoky Mountains two-day itinerary in Tennessee

2 Days in the Smokies

2 Days in the Smokies
An Unforgettable Road Trip Through East Tennessee

East Tennessee Road Trip

East Tennessee Road Trip
"Overhead shot of a plated dish featuring a seared slice of pork belly with crispy caramelized skin, set on a golden slab of cornbread, served on a gray ceramic dish with vibrant green herb sauce, fresh cherry tomatoes, pickled vegetables, and a lime wedge, garnished with microgreens and cilantro on a rustic wooden table.

Where to Eat in Tennessee

Where to Eat in Tennessee
Rooftop bar in Nashville, The Valentine

Nashville Friends Getaway

Nashville Friends Getaway
You may kiss your bride, As a waterfall roars, In the sunshine, On a cool, rocky shore, The mood in the air, Is light as feather, As a new husband and wife, Begin their life together. Written about Rock Island State Park in Rock Island, Tennessee.

Elope in Tennessee

Elope in Tennessee
A Romantic Getaway in Jonesborough, TN

Romantic Getaway to Jonesborough

Romantic Getaway to Jonesborough
Two musicians perform on a stage: a man playing an acoustic guitar and a woman singing into a mic, smiling. Sponsored

Live Music Spots in Jackson

Live Music Spots in Jackson
Christmas at The Island in Pigeon Forge TN

Choose Your Own East Tennessee Winter Vacation

Choose Your Own East Tennessee Winter Vacation
Feed giraffes at Memphis Zoo in Memphis.

Get Up Close to Animals

Get Up Close to Animals