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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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Taste Tennessee's Top Bites

View of Tellico River in the winter time

Bill Dance's Autumn and Winter Fishing Tips

Cool off in Tennessee on the Holston River

Cool Off This Summer

The Pharmacy Burger Parlor in Nashville

Tennessee Burgers Sink Teeth Into

The Tennessee Aquarium Sponsored

Explore an underwater rainforest at the Tennessee Aquarium

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Where to Sleep and Eat Smokies

Inside the Country Music Hall of Fame, a circular room with "Will the Circle Be Unbroken" inscribed, high windows, and a visitor in a spotlight.

Country Tennessee Music Pathway

Refreshing cool pool on the side of the mountain, A Blue bird sings a welcome song, The warm sun bounces of a shade umbrella, Blackberry Mountain is where you belong. Written about Blackberry Mountain in Walland, Tennessee.

Wellness Getaways

Two musicians perform on a stage: a man playing an acoustic guitar and a woman singing into a mic, smiling. Sponsored

Live Music Spots in Jackson

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