Itineraries

Franklin’s Retro Holiday Guide: 5 Ways to Find Vintage Fun at Any Age

The holidays can be overwhelming. Between shopping lists, travel plans, and endless ads, the season sometimes feels more like overconsumption than celebration. I often find myself reminiscing about how simple […]
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9 Unexpected Things To Do in Franklin

Franklin is well known for its role in American history, for its spectacular Main Street, and for the natural beauty everywhere you look. But hidden below the surface are some unexpected experiences waiting to be discovered. 1. Stay the Night at a Recording Studio Whether you’re coming into Franklin on vacation or you’re a local…
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Perfect Pairings for Making the Most of Fall in Franklin

Around here, we live for fall all year long. Something about the misty, cool mornings, golden hour through amber-tinged leaves, hardwood smoke and the sound of high school marching bands […]
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Now You Can Enjoy Southall’s Luxury Without an Overnight Stay

Southall Farm & Inn has drawn visitors in droves since doors opened in late 2022, thanks to its breathtaking scenery of rolling hills and lush gardens, luxury accommodations, and noteworthy amenities—among them, a world-class spa, intimate farm-to-table dining, and a bevy of on-site experiences (falconry, anyone?). In years past, most experiences have been limited to resort…
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Top 7 Attractions to See in Franklin, Tennessee

Blessed are the curious, for they will have adventures. The old quote rings true for anyone exploring a new community, but there are so many things to do in Franklin and Williamson County that it’s a (fun) challenge to figure out where best to start. Fortunately, we’ve done the work for you! The results are…
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Slow Down in Franklin: How to Find Peace & Quiet on Your Next Southern Escape

Gone are the days of jam-packed itineraries in a bustling city, staying out until the wee hours of the morning in the name of doing it all. Instead, many travelers are opting to use their coveted vacation days to earn some much-needed R&R, bringing the “slow travel” trend to the forefront in recent years. Hotels…
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How to Make the Most of a Day Trip to Leiper’s Fork

One of Nashville’s best-kept secrets has always been the charming little town of Leiper’s Fork, Tennessee, although at this point it might not be much of a secret. Now that the weather is warming up, I decided to drive down again and map out the perfect summer’s day here, and let me tell you, I was…
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How to Eat Well, Feel Great & Stay Fit on Your Next Franklin Vacation

Vacations are often a time for over-indulging and under-performing, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing! But some of us want to keep up our healthy habits even when away from […]
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Toast the Town with Franklin’s New Sips & Spirits Pass

Across Williamson County, there’s much to shop, savor, and, of course, sip. Around town, you’ll find everything from hybrid-model coffee shops and cocktail bars to speakeasies, breweries, distilleries, vineyards, and local haunts beloved both by folks who call our county home and friends paying a visit. It would be nearly impossible not to find your…
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These 3 Gorgeous Lodging Options Will Make Your Franklin Trip Memorable

If you’re thinking about just day-tripping to Franklin, think again. After wandering around Main Street shopping the day away, strolling in and out of coffee shops and bakeries, and eating […]
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Experience a World of Flavor at Franklin’s Best International Restaurants

Whether you’re visiting the area or you’re a lifelong resident, you likely correlate Williamson County’s food with good ‘ole Southern cooking. And while we have some of the best meat […]
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How to Spend a Fabulous Fall Day in Charming Leiper’s Fork

There’s an excitement here as the air gets crisp, the skies deepen to a dazzling shade of blue, and the hills and ridges burst into fiery color. Autumn in Tennessee truly is a wonder to behold, and we locals treat it as a true celebration of nature’s beauty. I can’t think of a better place…
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