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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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Aerial view of Leiper's Fork in Franklin

Small Towns Near Big Cities

Small Towns Near Big Cities
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Find Wonder on Lookout Mountain

Find Wonder on Lookout Mountain
Drinks in Nashville TN

Mocktails in Nashville

Mocktails in Nashville
A friendly little town up on the plateau,  A hustle and bustle remedy, They’re quick with a handshake and a hello, Welcome to Cookeville, in the heart of Tennessee. Written about Historic Downtown Cookeville, Tennessee.

Spend Day Small Town Cookeville TN

Spend Day Small Town Cookeville TN
A variety of barbecue from Nashville's Martin's Bar-B-Que

Taste Your Way Through Tennessee

Taste Your Way Through Tennessee
A sun rise over the Tennessee River Valley near Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Day Trip Ideas Near Chattanooga

Day Trip Ideas Near Chattanooga
Dollywood Harvest Celebration, Pigeon Forge

Tennessee Fall Festivals

Tennessee Fall Festivals
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Taste Tennessee's Top Bites

Taste Tennessee's Top Bites
Nelson's Green Brier Distillery, Nashville

Sip and See Tennessee Whiskey Trail

Sip and See Tennessee Whiskey Trail