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Articles and Itineraries

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Great Smoky Mountains two-day itinerary in Tennessee

2 Days in the Smokies

2 Days in the Smokies
Ripley’s Aquarium of The Smokies in Gatlinburg, TN Sponsored

Ripley's Attractions in Tennessee

Ripley's Attractions in Tennessee
Downtown Jonesborough with American flags flying

Dive into Jonesborough History

Dive into Jonesborough History
Discovery Park of America in Union City, Tennessee.

Explore Small Towns

Explore Small Towns
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
Kids observing a hippo at the Memphis Zoo in Memphis TN

West Tennessee Family Vacation

West Tennessee Family Vacation
Dual water slides at Dollywood's Splash Country in Pigeon Forge TN

Water Parks and Attractions

Water Parks and Attractions
A variety of barbecue from Nashville's Martin's Bar-B-Que

Famous Tennessee Food

Famous Tennessee Food
Donuts from Blackbird Bakery Donuts in Bristol, TN

Must-Visit Donut Shops in Tennessee

Must-Visit Donut Shops in Tennessee