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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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Farragut, TN Sponsored

Explore Farragut Near Knoxville

Explore Farragut Near Knoxville
Downtown Gatlinburg, TN Sponsored

Gatlinburg's Entertaining Spots

Gatlinburg's Entertaining Spots
Dickson Williams Mansion in Greeneville TN

Greeneville History and Cuisine

Greeneville History and Cuisine
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A Weekend in Maury County

A Weekend in Maury County
Bakery in Knoxville - Magpies Bakery

Knoxville's Sweet and Savory Eats

Knoxville's Sweet and Savory Eats
Eating through Tennessee’s Upper Cumberland Area

Best Restaurants Food Tennessee Upper Cumberland

Best Restaurants Food Tennessee Upper Cumberland
Discovery Park of America in Union City, Tennessee.

Explore Small Towns

Explore Small Towns
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
Guided tour of adults and children on the battlegrounds of Shiloh National Military Park in Shiloh, Tennessee

Kids' Guide to Shiloh

Kids' Guide to Shiloh