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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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Fossil ceilings, limestone walls,  The music starts when evening falls, Ancient rock echoes modern sounds, In the cool, dark underground. Written about The Caverns in Pelham, Tennessee.

Music History Destinations

Music History Destinations
National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel exterior, beige building with large front window and entrance doors. Sponsored

Memphis Civil Rights Stops

Memphis Civil Rights Stops
Dense green forest arch over a winding road; a natural rock arch forms a tunnel; yellow warning sign on right.

Drive Along the Sunny Side Trail

Drive Along the Sunny Side Trail
Aerial view of a winding river through forested hills in autumn, with orange and yellow foliage. Sponsored

Discover Morristown's Natural Beauty

Discover Morristown's Natural Beauty
Path through a manicured garden with steps leading to a white, two-story building framed by ivy archway.

Small Town Music Sites

Small Town Music Sites
Guided tour of adults and children on the battlegrounds of Shiloh National Military Park in Shiloh, Tennessee

Kids' Guide to Shiloh

Kids' Guide to Shiloh
Budget-friendly travel to Tennessee at Warrior's Path State Park in Kingsport, TN

Budget-Friendly Activities in Tennessee

Budget-Friendly Activities in Tennessee
Explore the historic Town Square in Collierville, TN. Sponsored

Find Small Town Charm in Collierville

Find Small Town Charm in Collierville
A man grilling meat on a large barbecue grill, skewering pieces as they cook over open flames. Sponsored

BLUES, BBQ & BROWNSVILLE

BLUES, BBQ & BROWNSVILLE