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Articles and Itineraries

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A cannon at Shiloh National Military Park in Shiloh, Tennessee

Civil War Places

Tern Club serves mocktails in Knoxville, TN

Mocktails in Knoxville

Big Bear mountain coaster roars up 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 Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

Amusement and Theme Parks

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

Ancient Lore Village in Knoxville, TN

Charming Cabin Getaways in Tennessee

Exploring the Natchez Trace Wine Trail

Wineries around Nashville

Dual water slides at Dollywood's Splash Country in Pigeon Forge TN

Water Parks and Attractions

Fish on display at the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga, TN Sponsored

Discover Unique Species at the Tennessee Aquarium

Smoky Mountain National Park Sponsored

Explore These Smokies Towns

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