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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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Jonesborough, Tennessee

Prettiest Small Towns

Middle Tennessee State University football players in three-point stance.

Football and Family Fun Murfreesboro

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

Downtown Jonesborough with American flags flying

Dive into Jonesborough History

Three musicians perform on a small stage; a woman center sings with microphone, two men play guitar, audience seated watching.

Travel like DEK of Hearts

Motorcyclists in Cookeville TN

Places to Take Dad Tennessee

Flocks of migrating sandhill cranes at Hiwassee Wildlife Refuge in Birchwood, TN

Birding in Tennessee

Spread wings overhead, rushing river below, Pathways and trails through the cedar and oak, The breeze and birds sing you along, In the Tennessee air with a Tennessee song. Lace up your hiking boots and a nice warm coat, Grab a couple of friends and see where they go. Written about Cumberland Gap, Tennessee.

6 Incredible Hikes

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

Old Tennessee

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