Summertime in Tennessee

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Give each child a set amount to spend. Tame the 'gimmes' and maintain pocketbook control by giving children a spending limit. Invest in a small scrapbook or 'idea book' (usually under $5) for each child to creatively capture trip highlights.

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Need a quick look at cool places for hot summer fun? Click on one of the topics below for a map of places to go exploring.

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Summer fairs, like this one in Wilson County, mean unforgettable food, fun, and family memories to take home from Tennessee

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One of Tennessee’s picturesque paddlewheel vessels, the Watts Bar Belle at Fort Loudon Marina provides sightseeing and historical tours as well as dinner cruises.

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Visit the Tennessee Walking Horse Museum in Lynchburg to learn more about these world-famous, elegant animals.

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Get wet and wild in the rapids you’ll find at the Ocoee Whitewater Center, a world-class venue for rafting, kayaking and canoeing.

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Ride the rides, indulge in the food, and make some Tennessee memories at a county fair.

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The General Jackson Showboat offers both mid-day trips and a romantic nighttime view of Nashville’s skyline.

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Tennessee’s Fourth of July festivities provide holiday fun and memorable moments for the whole family.

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Make new friends and lasting memories on your Tennessee vacation

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Summer is a perfect time to visit Orr Mountain Winery, Bean's Creek Winery, Paris Winery, or any of Tennessee’s other the award-winning wineries and distilleries to delight the senses with the tastes and sounds of summer.

Explore the simple pleasures...

Heat up your summer fun with a hot time in Tennessee! Put those long summer days to good use, exploring our endless array of festivals, food and family fun. Outdoor excitement, memorable music, and wild water adventures can make your Tennessee getaway a summer to remember.

Feeling pain at the gas pump? Our money saver tips can help make your Tennessee getaways a painless way to travel.

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Upcoming Events

date: Nov 21, 2009
FCE Holiday Bazaar
location: Livingston, TN

date: Nov 21, 2009
Arts Third Saturday
location: Chattanooga, TN

date: Nov 21, 2009 - Nov 22, 2009
Centennial Holiday Show
location: Franklin, TN

date: Nov 20, 2009 - Nov 22, 2009
32nd Annual Santa's Workshop
location: Cookeville, TN

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