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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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Articles and Itineraries

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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Family-friendly Nashville Zoo in Nashville, TN. Sponsored

Get Close to Animals at Nashville Zoo

Handmade chocolate hearts behind the glass at Coffee & Chocolate in Knoxville.

High Quality Chocolate Shops

Bee Rock Overlook near Cookeville, TN Sponsored

Things to Do in Cookeville

Fall in Middle Tennessee

5 Ways to Enjoy Fall

A view of the Great Smoky Mountains in a morning haze.

Fun Hikes in Great Smoky Mountains

An Unforgettable Road Trip Through East Tennessee

East Tennessee Road Trip

Lorraine Motel of the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee.

Explore the U.S. Civil Rights Trail

Chattanooga Sponsored

Find Wonder on Lookout Mountain

You can hear every kind of music there is. From rock to jazz to country and blues, Find a Tennessee festival wherever you live. Bring your style your smile and your dancing shoes. Written about music festivals in Tennessee.

Spring and Summer Festivals

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