Local Tennessee travel guides
Hi! We’re Bri & Laurin, sisters who moved across the Blue Ridge Mountains from North Carolina into East Tennessee.
As long time TN residents, we started this blog to help you travel in Tennessee like a local! As you’ll discover, the Volunteer State has so much more to offer than country music and whiskey (although you almost can’t find better than in TN!).
We know adventures abound in Tennessee—you just gotta know how to find ’em! That’s where our Tennessee blog comes in. Read more about us and follow along on our Facebook!
Plan Your Trip to Tennessee
Discover the best activities and places to eat, drink, camp, and stay in the Tennessee Highlands and beyond!
Latest Tennessee Blog Posts
- The Ultimate Cades Cove Travel Guide: Top Things to Know Before Visiting
Are you thinking about visiting Cades Cove in the Smoky Mountains? Cades Cove has been one of our top travel destinations in Tennessee — and for good reason! Once you visit … - 9+ Unique Waterfalls Near Chattanooga
Discover nine of the most stunning waterfalls near Chattanooga in this Tennessee travel guide, with well-known cascades and hidden gems. - 15 Free Things to Do in Knoxville: Fun Activities on a Budget
Looking for the best free things to do in Knoxville? You’re in the right place! This guide has 15, with something for everyone. - The Perfect Smoky Mountains 3-Day Itinerary
Planning a Smoky Mountains 3-day itinerary? This is THE guide for you, with details plans, tips on where to stay, alternates, and more. - The Ultimate Knoxville Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Looking for a detailed Knoxville travel guide? This one leaves no stone unturned, with tons of details about the Marble City. - How to Plan the Perfect Appalachian Mountains Vacation
Planning an Appalachian Mountains vacation? This guide’s for you, with the best towns to visit, things to do, and much more! - 10 Best Cabin Rentals in Sevierville For Your Smoky Mountain Getaway
This guide features 10 of the best cabin rentals in Sevierville, in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains and near the best attractions. - Off the Beaten Path: Local’s Guide to Unique Things to Do in Knoxville
Looking for some especially unique things to do in Knoxville? This guide takes you way off the tourist path, with over 15 unique ideas. - 12 Fun Outdoor Activities in Knoxville: Hikes, Camping, & More
There’s no shortage of outdoor activities in Knoxville, in all four seasons. This guide features the best 12, and where to enjoy them.