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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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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 rendering of Anakeesta's Firefly Experience, a new immersive component of the park coming in 2026 which will replicate the magical glow of the iconic Smokies' synchronous fireflies in Gatlinburg

New Experiences in 2026

New Experiences in 2026
Stax Museum of American Soul Music, Memphis, Tennessee

Tennessee Music Pathways Soul

Tennessee Music Pathways Soul
Foster Falls cascades among a lush green forest into a deep pool below in Fiery Gizzard State Park in Marion, TN

Adventures Before Back to School

Adventures Before Back to School
A brick colonial-style building with a gabled roof sits on a grassy lawn under a blue sky with clouds. Sponsored

VISIT GOODLETTSVILLE

VISIT GOODLETTSVILLE
Quaint stone cottage village with winding stone path, flowering gardens, and warm evening lights along a rustic resort walkway. Sponsored

Enchanting Escape

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

Live Music in Nashville Restaurants

Live Music in Nashville Restaurants
Seared tender strip steak, Oysters half shelled, Bold red wine has a story to tell, Refined French fair in Chattanooga’s heart, So much to choose, you won’t know where to start. Written about Easy Bistro in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Where to Chow Down in Chattanooga

Where to Chow Down in Chattanooga
Male musician sits on a stool playing an acoustic guitar and singing into a microphone on a stage with drums behind.

Spend Summer in Jackson

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

POV Real Experiences Local Haunted Places Tennessee

POV Real Experiences Local Haunted Places Tennessee