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Haunted Tourism is ALIVE 👻
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Reader, did you know 40% of Americans believe in ghosts? ​Haunted tourism is a thing. A big thing. A thing ready to keep you up at night somewhat anxious about what may lay under the bed. If you want to add a little fear into your Halloween travels, we've put together the ultimate list...
Haunted HighlightsYou may have heard of Salem, Massachusetts, as the haunted capital of the world, but let us give you some further inspiration... Hill of Crosses, Lithuania – Spooky Rating: 4.7/5Over 200,000 crucifixes sit atop the Hill of Crosses, left by pilgrims since the 19th century. The wind clatters through them like whispering voices, and locals tell stories of ghostly lights flickering after dark... Eastern State Penitentiary, Pennsylvania – Spooky Rating: 4.6/5Researchers have recorded more than 60 paranormal incidents here, from shadowy figures to cold spots in solitary cells. Visit at your own risk! Tower of London, England – Spooky Rating: 4.6/5Few places in Europe can compete with the Tower of London for sheer historical horror. The Tower has a pretty dark history and over 200 sightings have been logged here since the 1800s...
​TripAdvisor was essential to understand what people are saying about these places in particular, and it was used to determine the spooky rating of the locales in this featured article. But the site isn't just for reviews anymore. It has evolved into a mega travel platform with stays, experiences, and even flights! ​Check out our review to learn more.
And maybe… just maybe... leave a light on tonight ;) Stay spooky.​ |
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