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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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Image displays a family and a caption says: Bleubird : An East Tennessee Roadtrip.

Bleubird: An East Tennessee Roadtrip

Bleubird: An East Tennessee Roadtrip
People raft down a foamy river rapid, navigating whitewater near rocky banks with trees along the shore. Sponsored

America’s Favorite Whitewater

America’s Favorite Whitewater
Red convertible driving on scenic mountain road with wooden fence, green pastures, forest, and blue mountains under cloudy sky.

Rocky Top Trail

Rocky Top Trail
A mother kneels beside her young son on a railed overlook deck at Rock City, gazing toward a dramatic waterfall cascading down layered cliffs, with sweeping views of a lush green valley stretching to the horizon.

Rural Road Trip Near Chattanooga

Rural Road Trip Near Chattanooga
Scenic mountain road winding through autumn forest with colorful trees and distant blue ridges.

How to Spend Autumn in Tennessee

How to Spend Autumn in Tennessee
Chattanooga, TN Sponsored

Chattanooga: An Urban-Nature Hub

Chattanooga: An Urban-Nature Hub
Wind rushing by, flying through your hair, Suspended swings floating through air, Smell the funnel cakes and popcorn below, The Wilson County fair a fine place to go. Written about the Wilson County Fair in Lebanon, Tennessee.

Summer Events and Fairs in Tennessee

Summer Events and Fairs in Tennessee
Front view of Two Rivers Mansion in Nashville, TN

Most Haunted Places Tennessee Creepiest Locations Ghost Tours

Most Haunted Places Tennessee Creepiest Locations Ghost Tours
City street with modern building center, curved white facade, surrounding glass skyscrapers, cars, and pedestrians. Sponsored

Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

Visit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum