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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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Tasting whiskey at Old Forge Distillery in Pigeon Forge, TN

TN Whiskey History

TN Whiskey History
A woman wearing sunglasses holds a beagle puppy in front of a brick planter; a large mural sculpture of a dog sits nearby.

Dog-Friendly Knoxville Weekend

Dog-Friendly Knoxville Weekend
Slab of mouthwatering ribs, brisket, smoked chicken and all the fixings enjoyed outside on Bain Barbecue's patio in Memphis TN

BBQ Places in Memphis

BBQ Places in Memphis
Mountain top, Anakeesta, Rides and shops and ice cold brews, Fresh air feelings theme park thrills, From your head down to your shoes. Written about Anakeesta in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

12 Whimsical Places

12 Whimsical Places
Bee Rock Overlook near Cookeville, TN Sponsored

Things to Do in Cookeville

Things to Do in Cookeville
The Memphis Pyramid in Memphis, Tennessee.

Long Weekend Itinerary Memphis

Long Weekend Itinerary Memphis
Irish music played at local Boyd's Jig & Reel in Knoxville TN

Knoxville Restaurants with Live Music

Knoxville Restaurants with Live Music
Mother and daughter shop for antiques at Over the Hill Antiques in Readyville, Tennessee

A Spotlight on Cannon County

A Spotlight on Cannon County
Family posing for a picture at Dickens of a Christmas in Franklin, TN

Places to Take Family Photos

Places to Take Family Photos