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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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Articles and Itineraries

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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Chickamauga Lake near Chattanooga

Fish on Chickamauga Lake

Green-McAdoo-Cultural-Center_Clinton-Tennessee

Explore African American History

Cyclists crossing a bridge during the USA Cycling Trials in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Cycling Events in Tennessee

Downtown Gatlinburg, TN Sponsored

Gatlinburg's Entertaining Spots

Fall in Middle Tennessee

5 Ways to Enjoy Fall

The Coalmont Cabin near Chattanooga, Tennessee

Winter Getaways in Tennessee

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

Choose Your Middle Tennessee Winter Vacation

Downtown Bristol, Tennessee Sponsored

Appalachian Adventures in Bristol

Fossil ceilings, limestone walls, The music starts when evening falls, Ancient rock echoes modern sounds, In the cool, dark underground. Written about The Caverns in Pelham, Tennessee.

Music History Destinations

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