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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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A woman sits at a wooden table outside a brick building, smiling at a large golden retriever perched on the bench with its paws on the table.

Ultimate Dog-Friendly Guide

Ultimate Dog-Friendly Guide
Explore the historic Town Square in Collierville, TN. Sponsored

Find Small Town Charm in Collierville

Find Small Town Charm in Collierville
Group of people in an inflatable raft navigating white-water rapids, wearing helmets and life jackets.

Destinations in Tennessee for Kids

Destinations in Tennessee for Kids
Cool off in Tennessee on the Holston River

Caves, Lakes, Rivers and Waterfalls

Caves, Lakes, Rivers and Waterfalls
National Cookie Day

Visit These Local Bakeries in Tennessee

Visit These Local Bakeries in Tennessee
Farragut, TN Sponsored

Explore Farragut Near Knoxville

Explore Farragut Near Knoxville
Live concert stage at the Grand Ole Opry with a musician center stage, large audience, multiple band setups, and backdrop screens on a blue-lit theater.

Bucket List Concert Venues

Bucket List Concert Venues
Sprinkled, glazed and frosted donuts in colors of pink, red and orange behind a bakery case at Blackbird Bakery Donuts in Bristol, TN. A girl bends down to see the expansive selection. Tarts, slices of pie and chocolate desserts are lined up in another bakery case to her right.

Must-Visit Donut Shops in Tennessee

Must-Visit Donut Shops in Tennessee
Old Country Store & Restaurant: weathered wooden facade with large red sign reading “OLD COUNTRY STORE & RESTAURANT.” Sponsored

Step Back in Time

Step Back in Time