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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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Kayaking in Kingsport, TN

20 Secret Kayaking Spots

20 Secret Kayaking Spots
Elvis Presley’s Graceland in Memphis TN. Sponsored

Explore Graceland

Explore Graceland
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
Nighttime view of a historic brick building topped with a glowing neon 'Cream City Ice Cream' sign, illuminating the quiet downtown street lined with parked cars and storefronts.

Prettiest Small Towns

Prettiest Small Towns
A variety of barbecue from Nashville's Martin's Bar-B-Que

Made Tennessee Bucket List Barbecue Spots

Made Tennessee Bucket List Barbecue Spots
A Romantic Getaway in Jonesborough, TN

Romantic Getaway to Jonesborough

Romantic Getaway to Jonesborough
A young girl in a pale dress reaches toward a massive aquarium tank, silhouetted against glowing blue light as sharks and schools of fish swim overhead through a rocky underwater passage.

Rainy Day Activities

Rainy Day Activities
Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area

Explore Hiking Trails in Tennessee

Explore Hiking Trails in Tennessee
Tern Club serves tropical inspired mocktails in Knoxville, TN. Expect pineapple and aloe leaves as garnishes in the fanciful mocktails and cocktails served.

Mocktails in Knoxville

Mocktails in Knoxville