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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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Group rafting on the Pigeon River in Hartford, TN

White Lightning

White Lightning
A variety of barbecue from Nashville's Martin's Bar-B-Que

Taste Your Way Through Tennessee

Taste Your Way Through Tennessee
Tasting whiskey at Old Forge Distillery in Pigeon Forge, TN

TN Whiskey History

TN Whiskey History
A heavily wooded area surrounding the Jack Daniel barrel house, with the sun lighting up the sky behind it.

Beyond the Barrels

Beyond the Barrels
Dog-friendly patio of JC Holdway restaurant in Knoxville

Ultimate Dog-Friendly Guide

Ultimate Dog-Friendly Guide
Image displays a family and a caption says: Bleubird : An East Tennessee Roadtrip.

Bleubird: An East Tennessee Roadtrip

Bleubird: An East Tennessee Roadtrip
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
People white-water rafting in a blue raft with five riders wearing helmets and life jackets, paddling through rapids.

Chattanooga Bucket List

Chattanooga Bucket List
A Weekend in Bristol, Tennessee

Have Fun Bristol Weekend

Have Fun Bristol Weekend