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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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Date night in Knoxville

Foodie Guide to Knoxville

Foodie Guide to Knoxville
Kingsport, TN Sponsored

Appalachian Adventure in Kingsport

Appalachian Adventure in Kingsport
Waterfalls in Putnam County, TN Sponsored

Things to Do in Cookeville

Things to Do in Cookeville
Rafting on the Pigeon River in Tennessee

Tennessee River Rafting Guide

Tennessee River Rafting Guide
Welcome to Mayfield sign; outdoor area with benches and a brick building in background, tree shade, and garden. Sponsored

Get the Scoop on Mayfield Dairy

Get the Scoop on Mayfield Dairy
Aerial view of a straight two-lane road through fields; a person on a bright green object rides or walks along the center line, shadow visible.

Cycling Routes Near Memphis

Cycling Routes Near Memphis
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

Promised Land Trail
The river is rumbling, tumbling down over the rock, Causing a cool mist to rise,  The steady, thundering roar never stops,  Under the Rock Island sky. Written about the Rock Island State Park in Rock Island, Tennessee.

Tennessee Waterfalls Worth the Hike

Tennessee Waterfalls Worth the Hike
Dickson Williams Mansion in Greeneville TN

Greeneville History and Cuisine

Greeneville History and Cuisine