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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 person paddling a blue kayak on calm water, creating ripples; reflection of trees and sky around, overhead view.

14 Secret Kayaking Spots

Downtown McMinnville, Tennessee

Bluegrass, beauty and barbecue in McMinnville, Tennessee

People raft down a foamy river rapid, navigating whitewater near rocky banks with trees along the shore. Sponsored

America’s Favorite Whitewater

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

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

Elvis Presley’s Graceland in Memphis TN. Sponsored

Explore Graceland

Kids playing at Soaky Mountain Waterpark in Sevierville

Sevierville Family Vacation

Can’t-miss Spots for Nashville Hot Chicken

Nashville Hot Chicken Spots

Elvis Presley's pink Cadillac

A Weekend in Memphis and Jackson

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