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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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"Overhead shot of a plated dish featuring a seared slice of pork belly with crispy caramelized skin, set on a golden slab of cornbread, served on a gray ceramic dish with vibrant green herb sauce, fresh cherry tomatoes, pickled vegetables, and a lime wedge, garnished with microgreens and cilantro on a rustic wooden table.

Where to Eat in Tennessee

Where to Eat in Tennessee
Family-friendly Nashville Zoo in Nashville, TN. Sponsored

Get Close to Animals at Nashville Zoo

Get Close to Animals at Nashville Zoo
Bakery in Knoxville - Magpies Bakery

Knoxville's Sweet and Savory Eats

Knoxville's Sweet and Savory Eats
Explore the historic Town Square in Collierville, TN. Sponsored

Find Small Town Charm in Collierville

Find Small Town Charm in Collierville
People at the pond in Centennial Park in Nashville

Play and Eat in Music City

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

James Beard Chefs

James Beard Chefs
Historic train depot in Monterey, TN Sponsored

Explore Monterey

Explore Monterey
Family on a boat dock by a lake, sitting in chairs and smiling; a man tends a small grill or fire near the edge. Sponsored

Visit Roane County

Visit Roane County
Gallatin, Tennessee's town square

Tennessee Getaways and Trips Mom

Tennessee Getaways and Trips Mom