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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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Children playing in Memphis, TN

Family Things to Do in Memphis

Street downtown at night with brick buildings, festive lights, clock, and pedestrians walking along a snow-dusted sidewalk.

Choose Middle Tennessee Winter Vacation

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Bleubird: An East Tennessee Roadtrip

Seared tender strip steak, Oysters half shelled, Bold red wine has a story to tell, Refined French fair in Chattanooga’s heart, So much to choose, you won’t know where to start. Written about Easy Bistro in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Where to Chow Down in Chattanooga

Spread wings overhead, rushing river below, Pathways and trails through the cedar and oak, The breeze and birds sing you along, In the Tennessee air with a Tennessee song. Lace up your hiking boots and a nice warm coat, Grab a couple of friends and see where they go. Written about Cumberland Gap, Tennessee.

6 Incredible Hikes

Downtown Gatlinburg, TN Sponsored

Gatlinburg's Entertaining Spots

Family on a boat dock by a lake, sitting in chairs and smiling; a man tends a small grill or fire near the edge. Sponsored

Visit Roane County

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Fun Hikes in Great Smoky Mountains

The river is rumbling, tumbling down over the rock, Causing a cool mist to rise, The steady, thundering roar never stops, Under the Rock Island sky. Written about the Rock Island State Park in Rock Island, Tennessee.

Tennessee Waterfalls Worth the Hike

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