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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 heavily wooded area surrounding the Jack Daniel barrel house, with the sun lighting up the sky behind it.

Beyond the Barrels

Beyond the Barrels
Tasting whiskey at Old Forge Distillery in Pigeon Forge, TN

TN Whiskey History

TN Whiskey History
Tims Ford Lake marina in Winchester, TN Sponsored

Make a Splash in Winchester

Make a Splash in Winchester
Rural farm scene with a dirt road, wooden barn buildings, and fences, surrounded by trees on a sunny day.

Nashville's Trace Trail

Nashville's Trace Trail
Old Hickory Lake

Winter Season Sauger Fish Tennessee

Winter Season Sauger Fish Tennessee
Two people sit on a cliff at sunset, facing a valley with buildings below; one wears blue shirt, the other green, sharing a quiet moment.

Valentine's Day Weekend Ideas

Valentine's Day Weekend Ideas
The wild Ocoee River roars, Over rocks it rolls and pours, Feel the swirling water splash, A roller coaster in a raft. Written about White Water Rafting on the Ocoee River in Tennessee.

Summer in Tennessee

Summer in Tennessee
Discovery Park of America in Union City, Tennessee.

Explore Small Towns

Explore Small Towns
You can hear every kind of music there is. From rock to jazz to country and blues, Find a Tennessee festival wherever you live. Bring your style your smile and your dancing shoes. Written about music festivals in Tennessee.

Spring and Summer Festivals

Spring and Summer Festivals