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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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Kayak on the Duck River, Little waves from the paddle , Drift ‘cross the water, Dip your hand in the cool, In the middle of summer. Written about the Duck River in Middle Tennessee.

Activities Close to Nashville

View of Tellico River in the winter time

Bill Dance's Autumn and Winter Fishing Tips

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Meet Tennessee's Ghosts

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Wineries around Nashville

Nelson's Green Brier Distillery, Nashville

Sip and See Tennessee Whiskey Trail

Smoky Mountain National Park Sponsored

Explore These Smokies Towns

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Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

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

Explore the U.S. Civil Rights Trail

Local charcuterie boards and picnics at Stonehaus Winery in Crossville TN

Cheers Country Four Tennessee Wine Trails You Don't Want Miss

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