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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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Ober Mountain Aerial Tram soars above the fall canopy of trees, bursting in colors like yellows, reds and orange, as you make your way up Ober Mountain.

East Tennessee Fall Festivals 2026

East Tennessee Fall Festivals 2026
Date night in Knoxville

Foodie Guide to Knoxville

Foodie Guide to Knoxville
Discovery Park of America in Union City, Tennessee.

Explore Small Towns

Explore Small Towns

Wheelchair-Friendly Nashville Itinerary

Wheelchair-Friendly Nashville Itinerary
A plate of barbecue featuring sliced brisket, pulled pork, a toasted bun, and a cup of barbecue sauce.

10 Things to Do in Memphis

10 Things to Do in Memphis
A lone hiker sits at the edge of a cliff over a vast wooded and mountain valley.

Explore the Pie in the Sky Trail

Explore the Pie in the Sky Trail
Slab of mouthwatering ribs, brisket, smoked chicken and all the fixings enjoyed outside on Bain Barbecue's patio in Memphis TN

BBQ Places in Memphis

BBQ Places in Memphis
Aerial view of a winding river through forested hills in autumn, with orange and yellow foliage. Sponsored

Discover Morristown's Natural Beauty

Discover Morristown's Natural Beauty
Aerial view of Chattanooga at sunset with a river, hills in the distance, and sun rays over buildings and trees. Sponsored

A NATIONAL PARK CITY

A NATIONAL PARK CITY