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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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Family posing for a picture at Dickens of a Christmas in Franklin, TN

Places to Take Family Photos

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

Exterior shot of Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary with mountains in the background

POV Real Experiences Local Haunted Places Tennessee

Cool off in Tennessee on the Holston River

Cool Off This Summer

Bee Rock Overlook near Cookeville, TN Sponsored

Things to Do in Cookeville

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Discover Springfield

Live music and great Southern food can be enjoyed at Acme Feed and Seed in Nashville TN

Live Music in Nashville Restaurants

a basket of red-hot fried chicken and crispy kringle fries surrounded by sides and sauces.

Nashville Hot Chicken Spots

A woman sits at a wooden table outside a brick building, smiling at a large golden retriever perched on the bench with its paws on the table.

Ultimate Dog-Friendly Guide

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