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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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A luxury king-sized room with stunning views of Knoxville.

Unique Luxury Hotels

Unique Luxury Hotels
Chairlift seats hang above a green valley with a distant town, sunrise light illuminating the hills and trees. Sponsored

Reach New Peaks

Reach New Peaks
Two gray draft horses harnessed to a red wagon labeled Mule Day, standing side by side with ornate tack and decorative harnesses. Sponsored

Explore Tennessee's Mule Capital

Explore Tennessee's Mule Capital
Tennessee State Museum modern round building with tall columns, glass facade, trees, and reflecting water fountain. Sponsored

Explore the Tennessee State Museum

Explore the Tennessee State Museum
Two people in a blue raft race down a white-water river with others in the background; paddling through green, forested canyon.

Rapids to Railroads: Adventure Through the Tanasi Trail

Rapids to Railroads: Adventure Through the Tanasi Trail
Drinks in Nashville TN

Mocktails in Nashville

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

Enchanting Escape

Enchanting Escape
Cumberland Caverns Sponsored

Go Caving in Cumberland Caverns

Go Caving in Cumberland Caverns
Upper Cumberland Tennessee waterfall Sponsored

Find Your Happy Place in the Upper Cumberland

Find Your Happy Place in the Upper Cumberland