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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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Cool fresh dew settles all around, Night has taken hold, Tall pine tree stand watch tall and proud, As Jasmine dances in the cold. Written about Northeast Tennessee Night Sky Trail.

Wheelchair-Friendly & Accessible Destinations

Wheelchair-Friendly & Accessible Destinations
Live music and great Southern food can be enjoyed at Acme Feed and Seed in Nashville TN

Nashville Bars & Restaurants with Live Music

Nashville Bars & Restaurants with Live Music
Milky Way over Center Hill Lake in Edgar Evins State Park, TN

15 Stargazing Places

15 Stargazing Places
Daytime street view of storefronts along a brick building in Germantown, Nashville, featuring the 'Abednego' shop sign and 'Cavi Medspa' sign, with trimmed shrubs, leafy trees, and parked cars lining the sidewalk.

6 Tennessee Boutiques

6 Tennessee Boutiques
Display at Elvis Presley's Graceland in Memphis featuring Elvis's authentic costumes

Rockabilly Tennessee Music Pathway

Rockabilly Tennessee Music Pathway
Group of people in an inflatable raft navigating white-water rapids, wearing helmets and life jackets.

Destinations in Tennessee for Kids

Destinations in Tennessee for Kids
Elegant hotel lobby with central fountain bouquet, red carpet, and seating around marble floor; chandelier lighting and arches in background.

Explore These 13 Historic Getaways

Explore These 13 Historic Getaways
Legends of Tennessee Music Museum in Jackson, Tennessee

Rockabilly and Legends: Travel the Walking Tall Trail

Rockabilly and Legends: Travel the Walking Tall Trail
A plate of barbecue featuring sliced brisket, pulled pork, a toasted bun, and a cup of barbecue sauce.

10 Things to Do in Memphis

10 Things to Do in Memphis