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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 warmly lit holiday market entrance with wreaths and garlands, a decorated Christmas tree, and people inside a wooden stall.

Holiday Christmas Markets Tennessee

Holiday Christmas Markets Tennessee
Splash pad in Central Park in Livingston, Tennessee. Sponsored

Live Your Best Life in Livingston

Live Your Best Life in Livingston
Electric guitars featured at Main Stage Music in Dayton, TN

Discover Tennessee's Music Genres

Discover Tennessee's Music Genres
A sunrise over a vast harvest field, with a silhouette barn on the left and distant trees on the horizon. Sponsored

Explore Springfield

Explore Springfield
Black bicycle parked on a stone railing overlook with forested valley and cliffs in the background.

Waterfall Cycling Routes

Waterfall Cycling Routes
A table with plated desserts and snacks, small bowls, and beverages arranged on a wooden surface.

Taste Tennessee's Top Bites

Taste Tennessee's Top Bites
Smiling woman in a black shirt holds a plate with fried chicken, greens, bread, and side dishes inside a room with frames and plants.

Black-Owned Restaurants in Tennessee

Black-Owned Restaurants in Tennessee
Aerial view of Leiper's Fork in Franklin

Small Towns Near Big Cities

Small Towns Near Big Cities
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Have the Perfect Smokies Vacation

Have the Perfect Smokies Vacation