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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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Articles and Itineraries

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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Nashville live music performance during 4th of July event

Nashville Music Spots

Nashville Music Spots
Family boating scene on a white speedboat with a canopy; four people stand and fish along a calm shoreline. Sponsored

Explore the Lakeside of the Smokies

Explore the Lakeside of the Smokies
A sun rise over the Tennessee River Valley near Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Day Trip Ideas Near Chattanooga

Day Trip Ideas Near Chattanooga
Smoky Mountain National Park Sponsored

Explore These Smokies Towns

Explore These Smokies Towns
A Weekend in Bristol, Tennessee

Have a Fun Bristol Weekend

Have a Fun Bristol Weekend
Indoor ropes course at WonderWorks in Pigeon Forge TN

Indoor Winter Activities in Tennessee

Indoor Winter Activities in Tennessee
Shred the slopes and other winter activities in Tennessee

Family-Friendly Winter Activities

Family-Friendly Winter Activities
History reenactors at Shiloh National Military Park in Shiloh TN

History Road Trip Stops

History Road Trip Stops
Mountain biking in Tennessee

Mountain Biking in Tennessee

Mountain Biking in Tennessee