From luxe dome to tricked-out train to hobbit hole, these unique accommodations east of Nashville are worth a stop
Road Trip Destinations
Here’s what you need to know about the Nashvillians on fest schedule
Here’s to sand and sun — a tale of two beaches, seven hours south
Museums, parks, food and cemeteries fill Georgia’s buzzing capital city
Enjoy a leisurely staycation and a small-town vibe in Williamson County
This Appalachian city split between two states has entertainment for country music fans and esoterics alike
This blue-dot city makes our writer feel nostalgic for Nashville circa 2010
A pilgrimage to BabyLand General Hospital, plus river and casino lessons
From Gulf Shores and Ocean Springs to Bristol and Lexington, here are our recommendations for late-summer getaways
Abundant food, drinks and live music are just a few attractions in the home of the University of Georgia
Biking the storied byway in July turned me into a monologuing villain
The Midwestern hot spot has more to offer than an arch
Come for the battlefields — stay for the slugburgers, tamales and cupcakes
Finding the Lost Sea and Tennessee hospitality in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains
Our recommendations for five weekend getaways — from Athens to Corinth and beyond
We like this Alabama spot more than Panama City Beach or 30A
This idyllic mountain getaway has scenic hiking and white-water rafting — but also chimps and Sasquatch
It’s North and South. It’s Greek and German. It’s pints and parks and pork. Here’s how Cincinnati mixes everything up just right.
Art pops up in unexpected spots in the Magnolia State’s creative gem
Come for a Kentucky cave tour, stay for a delightful country getaway
Searching for the best theme parks within driving distance of Nashville
The locals in this strange, historic East Tennessee town are more interesting than the ghosts
What to eat, drink and do in the Mississippi Delta, from Clarksdale to Oxford
Our appraisals of the Buffalo, Cumberland, Duck, Harpeth and Red rivers
Architectural marvels await four hours north of Nashville
Experiencing the Georgia Gold Rush and a burgeoning wine country in the mountains of North Georgia
Big-city cuisine and plenty to see in a place with a small-town feel
Bookstores, basketball and sex add oomph to a college town
Embrace the campiness of Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville
Five nearby destinations for the perfect weekend getaway — plus details on five Middle Tennessee rivers for your upcoming day trip
Small towns and natural wonders surround Monteagle, a short drive from Nashville
Taking a scenic drive down the historic Natchez Trace Parkway to the gem of Northern Mississippi
The self-proclaimed Bourbon Capital of the World offers fine spirits and a welcome change of pace
From big springs to breweries and a botanical garden, the Rocket City has more to offer than astronaut ice cream
Asheville comforts and rugged hikes make for a flexible and diverse weekend getaway
Stunning rock formations and pleasant hikes, three hours northwest of Nashville in Southern Illinois
Four hours northeast of Nashville and an hour ahead of us in the Eastern Time Zone, Kentucky’s Red River Gorge Geological Area spans roughly 45 square miles within the state’s immense Daniel Boone National Forest. Dotted with remarkable geological formations and interwoven with dozens of mil…
This would be a fraught time to visit Oxford, Miss., even if the world wasn’t currently in the grips of a deadly pandemic. Mississippi is one of the country’s poorest states amid a historic economic crisis. At the same time, the United States is in the middle of a turbulent reckoning with it…
The Department of the Interior has done a bang-up job promoting public lands during the pandemic, emphasizing that there’s no better way to get out of the house and stay safely away from people than exploring some of the 640 million acres that belong to every American.
Blake Osborn is the outdoor pursuits coordinator at Middle Tennessee State University, where he runs equipment rentals, a climbing wall, a challenge course and dozens of annual outdoor recreation trips, including camping, backpacking, caving, kayaking and more. His office, which mostly cater…
Summer 2020 is a time we won’t soon forget, but not for the reasons we’d surely all prefer. With cases of COVID-19 still on the rise — particularly here in the Southeast — typical summer-fun activities just aren’t a safe option. No concerts, no summer blockbusters at the megaplex, no public …
People have an understandable tendency to romanticize the places far from home, while often ignoring the beauty that’s closest to us. But when driving from Nashville to Chattanooga — just a roughly two-hour trek — it’s hard to ignore the gorgeous views. In early spring, you pass through lush…
Just three hours south of Nashville, Birmingham, Ala., is a city with a storied past and a relaxing atmosphere — perfect for brainy history buffs, nature lovers and those who like to sink into a neighborhood and get to know what’s it’s really like to live there. There are ample opportunities…
