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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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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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Ripley’s Aquarium of The Smokies in Gatlinburg, TN Sponsored

Ripley's Attractions in Tennessee

Ripley's Attractions in Tennessee
Science exhibits at Discovery Park of America in Union City, TN. Sponsored

Explore Discovery Park of America

Explore Discovery Park of America
Watauga Lake Sponsored

14 Outdoor Adventures in Elizabethton

14 Outdoor Adventures in Elizabethton
Springfield, TN Sponsored

Explore Springfield

Explore Springfield
Fossil ceilings, limestone walls,  The music starts when evening falls, Ancient rock echoes modern sounds, In the cool, dark underground. Written about The Caverns in Pelham, Tennessee.

Music History Destinations

Music History Destinations
Inside canvas walls under party lights, A glampers camping paradise, Mountain air feels so right,  Such a unique way to spend a night. Written about campsites at Camp Leconte in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Glamping spots enjoy Tennessee comfort

Glamping spots enjoy Tennessee comfort
A ballet dancer in front of Clayton Center for the Arts in Maryville, TN

Performing Arts Theaters

Performing Arts Theaters
Baker Creek Preserve in Knoxville

Knoxville Friends Getaway

Knoxville Friends Getaway
Robert's Western World country dive bar in Nashville, TN

Nashville Dive Bars

Nashville Dive Bars