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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

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Photo opportunities abound at murals in Brownsville, TN. Sponsored

Hidden Gems in Brownsville

Coal Miners’ Daughter sign atop a manicured hedge arch at the gate of a fenced property.

Screaming Eagle Trail

Painted white and standing tall, A place where folks can find it all, Root beer floats and pocket knives, A meat-and-three and bluegrass nights, They don’t make ‘em anymore, Like the T.B. Sutton Store. Written about the T.B. Sutton General Store in Granville, Tennessee.

Promised Land Trail

A pair of cyclists bike through the Upper Sequatchie Valley.

Perfect Cycling Trip in East Tennessee

Nelson's Green Brier Distillery, Nashville

Sip and See Tennessee Whiskey Trail

Exploring the Natchez Trace Wine Trail

Wineries around Nashville

Whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River in Tennessee

Rapids to Railroads: Adventure Through the Tanasi Trail

Sevier County, TN Sponsored

Find Your Peace in the Smokies

The smiling spice queen chef stands tall, Against an ornate restaurant wall, Ginger and cumin fill the mouthwatering air, Maneet Chauhan - the master of masterpiece Indian fare. Written about Maneet Chauhan who is a Nashville, Tennessee chef.

James Beard Chefs

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