My Tennessee Story

There’s an outdoor adventure at every turn across Tennessee. To experience Mother Nature at her finest, the recently-launched, new and improved “Nature & Outdoors” section of our website reveals to travelers and locals alike all there is to do in Tennessee’s great outdoors. http://www.tnvacation.com/nature-outdoors/

Tennessee is home to breathtaking cliffs, canyons, lush canopies and cold, clear watering holes. The award-winning state parks, as well as national parks such as the Great Smoky Mountains,… Read More

If you haven’t heard of The Fontanel, get acquainted with it by adding it to your list of must-see attractions in Tennessee this weekend. Nestled in the outskirts of Nashville in Whites Creek, Tenn., The Fontanel Mansion is the former home of legendary country artist, Barbara Mandrell. The 27,000 square foot home was custom built in 1988 for the artist and her family and is the largest log home in the entire… Read More

If you thought Cheekwood, with its marriage of breathtaking gardens and outstanding art, was vibrant, just wait until you experience Chihuly At Cheekwood. This latest exhibit at one of Nashville’s premiere museums features stunning hand-blown glass sculptures by world-renowned glass sculptor Dale Chihuly. The spectacular works of art are on display throughout the botanical garden and inside the museum. The Saffron Tower, a 30-foot, yellow neon sculpture, the sun, a 15-foot radiant yellow… Read More

What’s the best way to recover from an eventful 4th of July weekend? Dive headfirst into all Tennessee has to offer this weekend! Just because the holiday season is over doesn’t mean there isn’t plenty to do in the next few days. Here are some events going on in your area:

The Half Moon Music Festival in Ten Mile draws visitors by land and water. Taking place July 11, the… Read More

Do you feel that? It’s the excitement in the air from all the action-packed, family-friendly activities to do this weekend! Here’s the latest scoop:

Gatlinburg celebrates Independence Day in a unique way by hosting America’s first 4th of July parade at midnight. Yes, you heard it correctly. Midnight. Right in the foothills of the beautiful Smoky Mountains, thousands of spectators are expected to turn out for the early-morning event. If you’re… Read More

We’re on the cusp of all the fun the Fourth of July holiday has to offer and Tennessee is just brimming with entertainment possibilities. From dazzling fireworks displays to summer family festivals, there’s so much to do this week. Here are some of the Independence Day highlights:

If you’re in the western region of the state, Camden is the place to be this week for its Read More

Yet another weekend has arrived in Tennessee! What to do this weekend, you ask? Our answer: Plenty!

What better place to curl up with a good book than on the banks of the Mississippi River? In Memphis, “Read Out on the Mississippi” will be in full swing June 26. Kids and parents, grab a blanket and head down to Mud Island for this family-friendly event. Imaginations will soar as… Read More

If you’re a diehard country music fan, you’ll love traveling through Tennessee towns such as Luttrell, Knoxville and Maynardville, the hometowns of country stars Kenny Chesney, Chet Atkins and Carl Smith, to learn more about these Tennessee native sons.

If folklore strikes your fancy, you’ll truly appreciate traveling along some of the same routes (now a National Scenic Byway) rebel bootleggers used to transport moonshine, a distilled corn whiskey also known as “white lightning,”… Read More

Learning about the Civil War just got more exciting. The Tennessee Civil War Trails map-guides are now available to help kick-start your discovery of the Civil War. The map-guide identifies nearly 200 Civil War sites throughout Tennessee on this self-guided tour of the trails.

The Civil War Trails journey through the statewide Tennessee Civil War National Heritage area, which is highlighted by 150 trail markers. Approximately 115 sites are currently in the works, with… Read More

Music will undoubtedly be in the air all weekend long. Two of the biggest music festivals in the entire country will be in Tennessee this weekend.

Bonnaroo brings together some of the best performers in all genres of music, including rock, jazz, Americana, hip-hop, electronica and more. This internationally-acclaimed music and arts festival is held June 10-13 on a beautiful 700-acre farm in Manchester and draws thousands to enjoy this musical “roughing it”… Read More