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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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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

Guided tour of adults and children on the battlegrounds of Shiloh National Military Park in Shiloh, Tennessee

Kids' Guide to Shiloh

Tall trees, warm colored lights, Worn rocks old as time, Try fat man’s squeeze, Or the sweet fudge, Rock City gets better every time. Written about Rock City in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Chattanooga Christmas Kids All Ages

Jonesborough, Tennessee

Prettiest Small Towns

Carnton in Franklin, TN

Discover Tennessee Trails and Byways

Bakery in Knoxville - Magpies Bakery

Knoxville's Sweet and Savory Eats

Rock climbing at Fall Creek Falls State Park in Spencer, TN

Tennessee’s Epic Outdoor Rock Climbing and Bouldering

Museum exhibit room with displays and mannequins; wall panels, benches, and a large Carl Perkins display on the right. Sponsored

Experience History

Two people sit on a cliff at sunset, facing a valley with buildings below; one wears blue shirt, the other green, sharing a quiet moment.

Valentine's Day Weekend Ideas

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