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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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Downtown Winchester in Winchester, TN Sponsored

Discover Winchester

Discover Winchester
Jonesborough, Tennessee

Prettiest Small Towns

Prettiest Small Towns
People raft down a foamy river rapid, navigating whitewater near rocky banks with trees along the shore. Sponsored

America’s Favorite Whitewater

America’s Favorite Whitewater
Fragrant mountain laurels fill the springtime air, Delicious food, live music, And laughter everywhere, Open up a lawn chair, throw a blanket down, Meet ya out in Wartburg for that Mountain Laurel sound. Written about the Tennessee Mountain Laurel Festival in Wartburg, Tennessee.

Local Spring Events

Local Spring Events
FedexForum in Memphis, TN

College Basketball Stops

College Basketball Stops
Vista of layered blue mountains seen through trees, with foliage in foreground framing a distant valley.

Dreamy Fall Photo-Op Spots

Dreamy Fall Photo-Op Spots
People at the pond in Centennial Park in Nashville

Play and Eat in Music City

Play and Eat in Music City
Display at Elvis Presley's Graceland in Memphis featuring Elvis's authentic costumes

Rockabilly Tennessee Music Pathway

Rockabilly Tennessee Music Pathway
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