Whether it's a trip to the city or into the wilderness you don't have to travel far from Knoxville to find it! Come explore the region (and beyond) with me, because no matter what day it is, it's always "trip time."
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With National Forests, Wilderness areas, two large lakes and Cherokee Tribal lands encompassing most of the county, the population of Graham County remains small at just over 8,000 people. At the center of it all is the tiny town of Robbinsville, home of a country music hitmaker, a legendary Cherokee chief and a cross cultural vibe fueling interest in this slice of the Great Smoky Mountains.
With 500 stores, restaurants, entertainment venues and the Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park, the Mall of America is something you might be able to enjoy for one day, but chances are you’ll need at least a couple of days to really get the Mall of America Experience. Here is a guide on what to expect before you go.
When you think of places to visit in Iowa, things like Des Moines, the Bridges of Madison County, or Pella often make the list of places to see. Throughout the years, I’ve made a lot of visits to Iowa. And now after spending several days in Ames (a city of about 70,000) I think the city should definitely be on the list, too. Here are five reasons to think about a visit to this central Iowa city.
At the junction of Interstates 77 and 40 you’ll find Statesville, North Carolina. It’s a place where balloons fly high, bourbon and beer flow freely and a place where you’ll find plenty of things to do. Here’s a look at the city where “it all comes together.“
A Road Trip just wouldn’t be the same without stopping at a convenience store along the way. Whether you’re making a stop to use the restroom, grab some snacks or just fill up your gas tank, travelers often find the convenience store an oasis in the middle of an asphalt desert.
Brightly colored buildings all lined up in a row, brick streets all around the public square, an historic Opera House, and a towering church steeple rising above it all. This could describe cities like Charleston or Savannah or maybe even a city in Europe, but this is Abbeville, South Carolina a place where you’ll find history all around every corner.
Located halfway between Nashville and Chattanooga and two hours from Knoxville, McMinnville gives you plenty of reasons to make it a destination on a road trip. Here is a guide on what to see and do in McMinnville, Tennessee.
