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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 close-up of a stack of pancakes with a pat of butter on top, being served on a plate in a diner.

Where to Sleep and Eat Smokies

Where to Sleep and Eat Smokies
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
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
Crispy fried chicken with barbecue sauce, sides in small cups, placed on foil in a takeout basket.

Beale Street Food Guide

Beale Street Food Guide
Handmade chocolate hearts behind the glass at Coffee & Chocolate in Knoxville.

High Quality Chocolate Shops

High Quality Chocolate Shops
Family posing for a picture at Dickens of a Christmas in Franklin, TN

Places to Take Family Christmas Photos

Places to Take Family Christmas Photos
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
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Take A Vacation in Crossville

Take A Vacation in Crossville
A woman wearing sunglasses holds a beagle puppy in front of a brick planter; a large mural sculpture of a dog sits nearby.

Dog-Friendly Knoxville Weekend

Dog-Friendly Knoxville Weekend