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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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Woman stands on a blue tufted couch in a colorful stacked wall of books, wearing a white jacket and ripped jeans.

James Beard Chefs

A sunrise over a vast harvest field, with a silhouette barn on the left and distant trees on the horizon. Sponsored

Explore Springfield

Street view of a city street with brick and stone buildings; a tall vertical "TENNESSEE" sign hangs on a central building.

Spend a Day in Downtown Knoxville

Charcuterie board from Oliver Royale in Knoxville, TN

Experience These Knoxville Restaurants

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VISIT GOODLETTSVILLE

Looking at the night sky in Tennessee

Astrology Travel Guide

Downtown Jonesborough with American flags flying

Dive into Jonesborough History

Great Smoky Mountains two-day itinerary in Tennessee

2 Days in the Smokies

Autumn forest surrounding a tall waterfall over a rocky cliff, plunging into a dark pool below.

Fall Adventure

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