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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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Tennessee's Dale Hollow Lake

Tennessee's Dale Hollow Lake: A Top Spot for Smallies

Tennessee's Dale Hollow Lake: A Top Spot for Smallies
A close-up of a stack of pancakes with a pat of butter on top, being served on a plate in a diner.

Where to Sleep and Eat Smokies

Where to Sleep and Eat Smokies
Hattie Jane's Creamery at Assembly Food Hall in Nashville TN

20+ Ice Cream Shops

20+ Ice Cream Shops
Nashville live music performance during 4th of July event

Nashville Music Spots

Nashville Music Spots
Blueberry pancakes with a blueberry syrup being drizzled over warm pancakes at Pancake Pantry in Gatlinburg, TN

Pancake Houses in the Smokies

Pancake Houses in the Smokies
Old Country Store & Restaurant: weathered wooden facade with large red sign reading “OLD COUNTRY STORE & RESTAURANT.” Sponsored

Step Back in Time

Step Back in Time
Discovery Park of America in Union City, Tennessee.

Explore Small Towns

Explore Small Towns
Elvis Presley's pink Cadillac

A Weekend in Memphis and Jackson

A Weekend in Memphis and Jackson
See the Christmas lights and decorations in downtown Collierville, TN

Experience Small Town Tennessee Charm This Holiday Season

Experience Small Town Tennessee Charm This Holiday Season