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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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Mother and daughter shop for antiques at Over the Hill Antiques in Readyville, Tennessee

A Spotlight on Cannon County

A breeze blows through the leaves on a Smoky Mountain top, As a Tennessee mocking bird sings, Two lovers side by side, On a front porch mountain top swing. Written about Anakeesta in Gatlinburg, Tennessee.

Romantic Getaway in the Smokies

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

Rocky Top Trail

A close-up of a stack of pancakes with a pat of butter on top, being served on a plate in a diner.

Where to Sleep and Eat Smokies

Outdoor rooftop patio at The Mailroom in Clarksville, Tennessee, with diners seated at tables under string lights, overlooking historic downtown buildings at sunset.

Where to Eat in Tennessee

Old wooden watermill with a wheel beside a small dam, water flowing over a spillway into a blue river, trees and blue sky in background.

Pigeon Forge Family Vacation

A Model Ford T with a Christmas wreath in the Leiper's Fork Parade.

Franklin, Tennessee, Christmas Itinerary

A girl smiles at the camera while completing the indoor ropes course at WonderWorks in Pigeon Forge TN

Indoor Winter Activities

A luxury king-sized room with stunning views of Knoxville.

Unique Luxury Hotels

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