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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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Sunset view of a historic graveyard at Carnton in Franklin, TN

Old Tennessee

Old Tennessee
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
Tennessee's Dale Hollow Lake

Tennessee's Dale Hollow Lake: A Top Spot for Smallies

Tennessee's Dale Hollow Lake: A Top Spot for Smallies
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Have the Perfect Smokies Vacation

Have the Perfect Smokies Vacation
A warmly lit holiday market entrance with wreaths and garlands, a decorated Christmas tree, and people inside a wooden stall.

Holiday Christmas Markets Tennessee

Holiday Christmas Markets Tennessee
Wilderness at the Smokies in Sevierville, TN Sponsored

Don't Miss the Wilderness at the Smokies

Don't Miss the Wilderness at the Smokies
Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway

Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway

Discover the gems along the Natchez Trace Parkway
Local charcuterie boards and picnics at Stonehaus Winery in Crossville TN

Cheers Country Four Tennessee Wine Trails You Don't Want Miss

Cheers Country Four Tennessee Wine Trails You Don't Want Miss
Dollywood Harvest Celebration, Pigeon Forge

Tennessee Fall Festivals

Tennessee Fall Festivals