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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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Articles and Itineraries

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 cerulean warbler sitting in the trees in Tennessee. The bird is strikingly beautiful with a white throat, blue plumage with black accents on its wings and tail.

2026 Tennessee Birding Events

Mountain biking in Tennessee

Mountain Biking in Tennessee

Brunch at 5th & Taylor in Nashville, TN

Must-try Tennessee Brunch Spots

Cool off in Tennessee on the Holston River

Cool Off This Summer

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

Explore the U.S. Civil Rights Trail

Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum Sponsored

Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Guitars and gold records, Rockabilly blues, The roots of delta music, A pair of blue suede shoes, Legendary legends waiting here for you. Written about the Legends of Tennessee Music Museum in Jackson, Tennessee.

Take A Music Journey

History reenactors at Shiloh National Military Park in Shiloh TN

History Road Trip Stops

Overlook of Thorn Hill, Clinch Mountain Overlook The Whiskey & Sage House in Greeneville, Tennessee.

10 Winter Hikes Near Knoxville

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