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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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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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A Weekend in Bristol, Tennessee

Have a Fun Bristol Weekend

Have a Fun Bristol Weekend
Old wooden watermill with a wheel beside a small dam, water flowing over a spillway into a blue river, trees and blue sky in background.

Pigeon Forge Family Vacation

Pigeon Forge Family Vacation
Adventure ropes course with Navitat in Knoxville TN

7 East Tennessee Spring Stops

7 East Tennessee Spring Stops
Dog's POV on her Knoxville dogcation in Tennessee

Dog-Friendly Knoxville Weekend

Dog-Friendly Knoxville Weekend
Knoxville's Strong Alley on Market Square features a vibrant Dolly Parton mural, perfect for taking photos next to.

Travel Like Dolly Parton

Travel Like Dolly Parton
Smoky Mountain National Park Sponsored

Explore These Smokies Towns

Explore These Smokies Towns
Old Hickory Lake

Winter Season Sauger Fish Tennessee

Winter Season Sauger Fish Tennessee
Johnson City Breweries

Johnson City Breweries

Johnson City Breweries
Cyclists at Ijams Nature Center in Knoxville

Budget-Friendly Knoxville Spots

Budget-Friendly Knoxville Spots