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Slip into luxurious romance at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center. Surround yourselves with southern hospitality in a romantic room overlooking luscious indoor gardens. Dine together at Old Hickory Steakhouse, share drinks out at Jack Daniel's and walk to the Grand Ole Opry to hear a love song or two.

It gets a little batty at Duber Cave State Park, where its most prominent natural cave used to lend its big roomy mouth to local square dances, radio shows and big band instrumental concerts; the cave is now temporarily sold out due to a thriving bat community. Bats aside, there's plenty of outdoor recreation like fishing, hiking and picnicking to enjoy, making a trip to this bat cave well worth the drive.

Country music resides at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, located on the west bank of the Cumberland River in Nashville. Step inside the museum to find two centuries of collections, exhibits and attractions telling the story of country music history and famous performers. Step outside and you'll find a few iconic honky-tonks next door.

Stars from Kid Rock to Kris Kristofferson have been known to have hung out at Tootsies Orchid Lounge, the number one honky-tonk in the world; aka, Tootsies World Famous Orchid Bar. You'll find this nightlife getaway tucked behind Nashville's famous Ryman Theater, the site of the Grand Ole Opry. Spend the night dancing around two stages that have hosted country music sensations in the ranks with Willie Nelson and Taylor Swift.