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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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Downtown Jonesborough with American flags flying

Dive into Jonesborough History

An aerial view of Bristol, TN/VA

Vacation to Tennessee's Tri-Cities

Electric guitars featured at Main Stage Music in Dayton, TN

Discover Tennessee's Music Genres

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VISIT GOODLETTSVILLE

Dollywood Harvest Celebration, Pigeon Forge

Tennessee Fall Festivals

Downtown McMinnville, Tennessee

Bluegrass, beauty and barbecue in McMinnville, Tennessee

Local charcuterie boards and picnics at Stonehaus Winery in Crossville TN

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

Waterfalls in Putnam County, TN Sponsored

Things to Do in Cookeville

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10 Things to Do in Memphis

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