Yes, if at all possible plan on an extra day or two, it is well worth it!
Last year my wife and I flew into Nashville early Friday morning so we could get acclimated to the area, for lunch we found an outstanding Mexican restaurant and then drove around Nashville enjoying the scenery. We got our room about 3 PM, took a short nap and then went down to the lobby around 5:30 to begin interacting with those who were either staying at the hotel or just came by to visit with Ray and other members as well as those who don't (at least yet) belong to the Forum but are studious readers of the articles on Bible Truths (you might be surprised at the number).
Of course the presentation by Ray was extremely interesting and enlightening, although some say his sarcasm is cutting at times when in person it is obvious that he delivers these remarks not to be hurtful but to get one's attention. Ray comes off as a very good natured, humorous and compassionate person, he takes plenty of time answering question after question from the attendees both during the meeting times and during fellowship/meals.
After we broke up Sunday afternoon many of us went to lunch together, most were either heading to the airport or to their cars for the journey home, my wife and I had planned to stay in Nashville until Tuesday morning.
We enjoyed a river dinner cruise later that day that took us right through downtown Nashville where an outdoor concert was taking place, the weather was perfect and the people were very friendly.
On Monday we went to the the world famous Opryland Hotel to check out the atrium and also the mall which is adjacent to it, the atrium is so huge and is such a natural setting that you tend to forget you are indoors. There is actually a little river inside the hotel and a boat ride that takes you on a great tour of the premises. The Grand Ole Opry is also on the grounds and is open for touring.
We had a blast as well as a blessing! It was my first time in Nashville (other than the airport), I was very pleasantly surprised at what an interesting and enjoyable place it is.
Here is a link to some of the things to do and see in Nashville;
http://www.nashvillesightseeing.com/tours/tourDetail.cfm?tour_id=8905Peace,
Joe