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!
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Discover the best activities and places to eat, drink, camp, and stay in the Tennessee Highlands and beyond!
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- Where to Get the Best Pancake Stacks in the Smoky Mountains
If fluffy stacks and warm syrup call your name, the Smokies might be your breakfast heaven. From Gatlinburg to Pigeon Forge to Sevierville, classic diners and cozy cabins serve golden pancakes that taste like mountain… - 10 Tennessee Bakeries So Good They Feel European
Craving flaky croissants and crusty loaves that transport you to Europe without leaving Tennessee? You are in the right place. These bakeries channel Parisian patisseries, Transylvanian family recipes, and old-world techniques into buttery pastries, elegant… - 9 Tennessee Hiking Trails So Beautiful They Look Photoshopped
Tennessee hides trails that make you question what is real. Think neon green moss, cliffside vistas, and waterfalls flinging rainbows like someone turned on a filter. These routes will leave your camera roll looking suspiciously… - This No-Frills Tennessee Restaurant Has the Kind of Steak You Dream About
Tucked on East Main in Henderson, Snookum’s Steakhouse keeps it simple and lets the flavor do the talking. You walk in for a no-frills meal and leave plotting your next visit, already craving that char-kissed… - 10 Quick Small-Town Escapes You Can Do in a Day from Nashville
Ready to trade Nashville traffic for small town charm without committing a whole weekend? These easy day escapes deliver historic squares, cozy cafés, and scenic backroads you can enjoy before dinner. You will find art,… - Where to Get the Best Mocktails in Knoxville, Tennessee
Craving a night out in Knoxville without the buzz? You are in luck, because this city is quietly becoming a haven for mocktail lovers who want flavor, craft, and a bit of atmosphere. From speakeasy… - The Cheeseburger at This Old-Fashioned Tennessee Diner Is Seriously Next-Level
Craving a burger that tastes like a time machine back to pure Americana? At THE DINER in Sevierville, the chrome glints, the jukebox whispers, and the cheeseburger comes out sizzling like a small miracle. You… - 10 Best Museums in Tennessee for History, Art, and Wow Factor
Tennessee does history, art, and spectacle with undeniable flair, and these museums prove it. From Nashville’s grand institutions to Memphis landmarks and mountain-town showstoppers, you’ll find powerful stories and gasp-worthy design at every turn. Whether… - 7 Wallet-Friendly Knoxville Attractions Kids Will Actually Love
Looking for budget friendly fun in Knoxville that still feels special? You’re in the right place, because these kid approved spots pack big adventure without draining your wallet. From shady trails and splashy fountains to… - Don’t Leave Nashville Without Trying These Award-Winning Eats
Nashville is more than honky tonks and hot chicken. It is a full-on flavor capital where chefs riff on Southern roots with daring technique, seasonal bounty, and plenty of personality. If you love eating your… - This Tennessee Town Proves You Don’t Need Big Money for a Beautiful Life
Tucked against the Smokies, Sevierville shows how simple pleasures outshine big price tags. You can wander mountain trails, sip a local soda, and end the day under peach sunset skies without draining your wallet. Friendly… - 8 Must-Try Memphis Restaurants That Serve Food & Live Music
Memphis does dinner and a show like nowhere else. If you crave smoky ribs, buttery shrimp and grits, or crispy catfish while a guitar solo ripples through the room, you are in the right city…. - This Tennessee Zoo Lets You Feed a Giraffe—And It’s AMAZING
Ready to meet a giraffe face to face and feel that soft, curious muzzle reach for your hand? Memphis Zoo delivers the kind of close encounter you will remember long after you leave. With top… - 10 Vegan Bakeries in Tennessee You’ll Want to Bookmark
Craving plant-based sweets that actually satisfy? Tennessee’s vegan and vegan-friendly bakeries are serving creative pastries, tender donuts, nostalgic cupcakes, and gluten-free goodies that make dessert feel easy again. Whether you are road-tripping across the state… - 10 Peaceful Winter Hikes Near Knoxville for Crisp, Quiet Views
Crisp air, quiet trails, and wide open views are calling just beyond Knoxville. Winter hiking replaces summer crowds with frosty stillness, revealing new angles on rivers, ridgelines, and waterfalls you might miss in warmer months….