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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 with arms raised in front of a brick arts center with large glass doors; sign reads “Center for the Arts.”

Performing Arts Theaters

Performing Arts Theaters
Tall trees, warm colored lights, Worn rocks old as time, Try fat man’s squeeze, Or the sweet fudge, Rock City gets better every time. Written about Rock City in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Chattanooga Christmas Kids All Ages

Chattanooga Christmas Kids All Ages
A sun rise over the Tennessee River Valley near Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Day Trip Ideas Near Chattanooga

Day Trip Ideas Near Chattanooga
The UT Gardens featuring lavender, a giant tree, perennial and annual flowers in flower beds in Jackson, Tennessee

Gardens and Wildflower Trails

Gardens and Wildflower Trails
Carnton in Franklin, TN

Discover Tennessee Trails and Byways

Discover Tennessee Trails and Byways
Fountain water trickles down into stoney pool, The summer sun is warm but the maple shade is cool, You can feel the southern charm that springs from Tennessee, At the Thomas House Hotel B and B. Written about Thomas House Hotel in Red Boiling Springs, Tennessee.

Discover Ghosts and Music Legends on the Ring of Fire Trail

Discover Ghosts and Music Legends on the Ring of Fire Trail
Cyclists crossing a bridge during the USA Cycling Trials in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Cycling Events in Tennessee

Cycling Events in Tennessee
Looking at the night sky in Tennessee

Astrology Travel Guide

Astrology Travel Guide
Multiple thin waterfalls streaming down a wide layered rock face, surrounded by lush green summer forest canopy.

Secret Waterfalls

Secret Waterfalls