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The Spooky Summer U.S. Road Trip Guide
Skip the beach and hit the haunted road instead. This guide covers the best spooky summer road trip stops across the U.S. — ghost towns, haunted cities, cursed hotels, and abandoned sites organized by region — so you can plan your dark tourism detour no matter where the summer takes you.
Haunted Summer Getaways
Sun, sand, and... spirits? This summer, skip the ordinary and book a stay somewhere with a few extra guests. From a forbidden plague island off the coast of Venice to a Victorian hotel deep in the Arkansas Ozarks, these seven haunted destinations prove that the scariest trips aren't reserved for October. Your ghostly summer itinerary starts here.
The Best Things to do in Salem if You Love Halloween
Salem, Massachusetts was made for people like us. From hidden speakeasies and spirit board museums to gothic boutiques and fresh lobster bisque, the Witch City has more to offer than one October weekend could ever hold. Here's your complete guide to Salem through the eyes of a Halloween lover.
Inside the Winchester Mystery House
A childhood dream over 20 years in the making — I finally visited the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, CA, and it did not disappoint. From the infamous Door to Nowhere to the stunning architectural details hiding around every corner, here's a peek inside one of America's most fascinating and mysterious landmarks.
Spooky Things to do in Chicago
Looking for spooky things to do in Chicago? Every pick on my list is open year-round, not just during Halloween season.
Halloween Boutique at Roger’s Gardens
Surprise! We're making one more Halloween hunting stop this year at a SoCol institution you absolutely need to visit if you're in the area come spooky season.
Spooky Things To Do In Orange County
Looking for spooky things to do in Orange County, California? Nearly every pick on my list is open year-round, not just during Halloween season!
A Day in Anoka, MN — The Halloween Capital of the World
Spend the day in Anoka, Minnesota, the self-proclaimed Halloween capital of the world! Learn how it got this name, plus all the Halloween hot spots (and a few personal faves) you need to see while in town.
Spooky Things To Do In Las Vegas
Looking for spooky things to do in Las Vegas? Every pick on my list is open year-round, not just during Halloween season.
What to see in Anoka, MN - the Self-Proclaimed Halloween Capital of the World
Did you know Anoka, Minnesota is the Halloween Capital of the World? Here are four must-see spots + where to find all their October happenings!
#TravelTuesday: Traditions Year-Round Holiday Store
Take a trip to Traditions Year-Round Holiday Store in Canoga Park, CA and step inside a magical Halloween wonderland every Halloween lover needs to visit.
#TravelTuesday: Meet The Hodag, Wisconsin's Terrifying Mythical Beast
Travel with me to Rhinelander, Wisconsin to meet the Hodag, a mythical beast, learn how he got his start, and why he's stuck around the Northwoods for so long.