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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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Children playing in Memphis, TN

Family Things to Do in Memphis

Family Things to Do in Memphis
View of Tellico River in the winter time

Bill Dance's Autumn and Winter Fishing Tips

Bill Dance's Autumn and Winter Fishing Tips
Smokey, pulled pork on a soft, warm bun, Covered and smothered with homemade slaw, Baked beans with a plastic fork - a party on your tongue, Food this good should be against the law. Written about Ramey's BBQ restaurant in Parsons, Tennessee.

Where to Eat in Tennessee

Where to Eat in Tennessee
DEK of Hearts performs at Bluebird Cafe during Tennessee Songwriters Week FInale 2025

Travel like DEK of Hearts

Travel like DEK of Hearts
Downtown Knoxville

Spend a Day in Downtown Knoxville

Spend a Day in Downtown Knoxville
Nashville SC at Geodis Park in Nashville TN

Only in Tennessee Sports Events

Only in Tennessee Sports Events
People at the pond in Centennial Park in Nashville

Play and Eat in Music City

Play and Eat in Music City
Downtown Gatlinburg, TN Sponsored

Gatlinburg's Entertaining Spots

Gatlinburg's Entertaining Spots
Whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River in Tennessee

Rapids to Railroads: Adventure Through the Tanasi Trail

Rapids to Railroads: Adventure Through the Tanasi Trail