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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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College Basketball Stops

Two gray draft horses harnessed to a red wagon labeled Mule Day, standing side by side with ornate tack and decorative harnesses. Sponsored

Explore Tennessee's Mule Capital

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Find Wonder on Lookout Mountain

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Forget Your Cares in Fentress County

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Destinations in Tennessee for Kids

A patron holds up a jelly-filled pink donut with brown sugar crumbles on top in front of the Five Daughters Bakery in Nashville TN

Vegan Restaurants

Jonesborough, Tennessee

Prettiest Small Towns

Waterfalls in Putnam County, TN Sponsored

Things to Do in Cookeville

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Spend a Day in Downtown Knoxville

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