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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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Blueberry pancakes at Pancake Pantry in Gatlinburg, TN

Pancake Houses in the Smokies

Pancake Houses in the Smokies
DEK of Hearts performs at Bluebird Cafe during Tennessee Songwriters Week FInale 2025

Travel like DEK of Hearts

Travel like DEK of Hearts
A friendly little town up on the plateau,  A hustle and bustle remedy, They’re quick with a handshake and a hello, Welcome to Cookeville, in the heart of Tennessee. Written about Historic Downtown Cookeville, Tennessee.

Spend Day Small Town Cookeville TN

Spend Day Small Town Cookeville TN
Exterior shot of Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary with mountains in the background

POV Real Experiences Local Haunted Places Tennessee

POV Real Experiences Local Haunted Places Tennessee
Old Dominick Distillery in Memphis, TN Sponsored

Visit Old Dominick Distillery

Visit Old Dominick Distillery
Maury County, TN Sponsored

Explore Tennessee's Mule Capital

Explore Tennessee's Mule Capital
Spread wings overhead, rushing river below, Pathways and trails through the cedar and oak, The breeze and birds sing you along, In the Tennessee air with a Tennessee song. Lace up your hiking boots and a nice warm coat, Grab a couple of friends and see where they go. Written about Cumberland Gap, Tennessee.

6 Incredible Hikes

6 Incredible Hikes
FedexForum in Memphis, TN

College Basketball Stops

College Basketball Stops
It’s more than a show, On more than a stage, It’s a family tradition, On radio waves,  Where dreamers and legends have always appeared,  in an unbroken circle for one hundred years. Written about the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee

Ultimate Concert Venues

Ultimate Concert Venues