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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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Loflin Yard, Memphis

8 Top Memphis Restaurants with Live Music & Entertainment

8 Top Memphis Restaurants with Live Music & Entertainment
Woman stands on a blue tufted couch in a colorful stacked wall of books, wearing a white jacket and ripped jeans.

James Beard Chefs

James Beard Chefs
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VISIT GOODLETTSVILLE

VISIT GOODLETTSVILLE
Stax Museum of American Soul Music, Memphis, Tennessee

Tennessee Music Pathways Soul

Tennessee Music Pathways Soul
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Explore Discovery Park of America

Explore Discovery Park of America
Johnson City Breweries

Johnson City Breweries

Johnson City Breweries
A girl smiles at the camera while completing the indoor ropes course at WonderWorks in Pigeon Forge TN

Indoor Winter Activities

Indoor Winter Activities
Eating through Tennessee’s Upper Cumberland Area

Best Restaurants Food Tennessee Upper Cumberland

Best Restaurants Food Tennessee Upper Cumberland
Tasting whiskey at Old Forge Distillery in Pigeon Forge, TN

TN Whiskey History

TN Whiskey History