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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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A Model Ford T with a Christmas wreath in the Leiper's Fork Parade.

Franklin, Tennessee, Christmas Itinerary

FedexForum in Memphis, TN

College Basketball Stops

Several people in a white water raft hitting a rapid.

Outdoor Adventures in Tennessee

Cumberland Caverns Sponsored

Go Caving in Cumberland Caverns

Big Bear mountain Coaster roars ahead, the hiss and the whistle - all aboard the Dollywood Express, people as sweet as the cinnamon bread, leave it to Dolly to do it the best. Written about the Dollywood Big Bear Mountain Coaster in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

Amusement and Theme Parks

Shop in local boutiques in downtown Cookeville, TN

6 Tennessee Boutiques

Great Smoky Mountains two-day itinerary in Tennessee

2 Days in the Smokies

Chattanooga, TN Sponsored

Chattanooga: An Urban-Nature Hub

Jonesborough, Tennessee

Prettiest Small Towns

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