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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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Bee Rock Overlook near Cookeville, TN Sponsored

Things to Do in Cookeville

Things to Do in Cookeville
A sunny street scene in front of a large historic beige building with a cupola; three women walk together near the corner while a fourth woman walks past in the foreground. Sponsored

Discover Springfield

Discover Springfield
Young girl in pink sweater in a colorful tulip field, smiling and reaching to touch flowers. Sponsored

A Farmer's Life for Me

A Farmer's Life for Me
A helmeted zip-line adventurer glides through a sunlit forest canopy, sunbeams streaming through vibrant green leaves as they soar between towering trees on a rope course.

Budget-Friendly Knoxville Spots

Budget-Friendly Knoxville Spots
An Unforgettable Road Trip Through East Tennessee

East Tennessee Road Trip

East Tennessee Road Trip
A variety of barbecue from Nashville's Martin's Bar-B-Que

Made Tennessee Bucket List Barbecue Spots

Made Tennessee Bucket List Barbecue Spots
Budget-friendly travel to Tennessee at Warrior's Path State Park in Kingsport, TN

Budget-Friendly Activities in Tennessee

Budget-Friendly Activities in Tennessee
Photo opportunities abound at murals in Brownsville, TN. Sponsored

Hidden Gems in Brownsville

Hidden Gems in Brownsville
Splash in the water paint with a brush, Jump the carousel feel the great river rush, Music and bubbles fun of all kinds, Brand new adventures for curious minds. Written about the Children’s Museum of Memphis in Memphis, Tennessee.

Kid-Friendly Attractions

Kid-Friendly Attractions