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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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The roar of the river over the rocks, The scent of pine and hemlock, The spray of the mist touches your skin, Carried on a waterfall wind. Written about Stinging Fork Falls in Spring City, Tennessee.

Stunning Waterfall Hikes

Nashville's Dragon Park - Fannie Mae Dees Park

Whimsical Vacation Spots

Cyclists at Ijams Nature Center in Knoxville

Budget-Friendly Knoxville Spots

Path through a manicured garden with steps leading to a white, two-story building framed by ivy archway.

Small Town Music Sites

Brunch at 5th & Taylor in Nashville, TN

Must-try Tennessee Brunch Spots

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

Clop Clop the tiny horses run, The warm breeze blows through their manes, Clop clop it’s time for some fun, A visit to Skyland Ranch, you’ll never be the same. Written about Skyland Ranch in Sevierville, Tennessee.

Family Vacation in the Smokies

Elvis Presley’s Graceland in Memphis TN. Sponsored

Explore Graceland

Barista Parlor in Nashville, Tennessee.

Cozy Tennessee Coffee Shops

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