Tennessee

I first visited Tennessee in 1962 during a family trip from New Jersey to Alabama and back. The freeways were not completed so it was a long ride. US 11 was a very slow route from Knoxville to Bristol.

I have traveled through Tennessee from Bristol to Knoxville to Chatanooga (and reverse) more times than I can remember.

I have traveled at various times all of the parts of I-40 and many other roads.

One time, on our way to a funeral in Alabama, our keys got locked in the car (rental car) at the Welcome Center near Bristol. A very kind locksmith helped us and made duplicate keys free of charge. He was so nice. Everyone was nice.

I like to eat in Memphis on Beale Street. Beale Street is a must see.

Graceland is a tourist trap, but you have got to go there.

I enjoyed the Country Music Hall of Fame. My kids were bored by it.

Lookout Mountain has a great view, but be sure you go on a clear day.

The Smokies can be traffic jam at times.

Tennessee is a great place to buy fireworks.