Have you ever seen The Haunting In Connecticut? If not, you can check out the trailer for a taste of the chilling film: Between 1987 and 1989, one of the most captivating and talked about hauntings of all time took place. Long time locals may remember the tales of the Snedeker family, who appeared on several popular talk shows. But to most, it’s known only by its movie name, The Haunting In Connecticut....
The thought of a mysterious or even haunted house may cause some excitement and wonder. The Sarah Winchester house in San Jose provides a good deal of mystery and goosebumps for the imaginative. Come and visit the Sarah Winchester House located at 525 South Winchester Blvd, San Jose, 95128 You can find more out about this mysterious house from the Sarah Winchester Site. Let’s learn more about this mysterious and fascinating house near San Francisco....
All you fishermen (and women!) out there, have we got a treat for you – ten fantabulous spots for you to throw a hook in the water. We’ve pieced together some neat places for you to take your buddies or your sweet little ones. Tennessee is so lucky to have such great hideaways! Center Hill Lake Steven Conry / Flickr This reservoir is awesome if you’re looking for bass - it’s a top spot!...
This massive site is filled with abandoned emergency vehicles. Ambulances and fire trucks are neatly lined up in this overgrown lot, but the reason behind this large collection is unknown. Read on for a preview of the site, and be sure to check out the interesting exploration footage of this place from YouTube channel “Urban Exploring With Kappy.” Locate in the middle of the woods, this lot full of abandoned fire trucks and ambulances is totally surreal....
It’s summer, so I’ve been finally firing up the grill. But for times when I don’t feel like grilling, or the weather doesn’t cooperate (in Illinois, a frequent occurrence), I love to go out for a burger. Illinois has a lot of great restaurants serving up delicious, juicy burgers. Here are my top 15 burger joints: Kuma’s Corner (Chicago) Sean Biehle/Flickr Bulldogs Grill (Grayslake) Bulldogs Grill/Facebook Edzo’s Burger Shop (Evanston) Edzo’s Burger Shop/Facebook...
New Jersey has so many stunning places, it’s impossible to choose just one “most beautiful” spot. Still, the Ken Lockwood Gorge is a strong contender, and doesn’t nearly get the attention it deserves. Located between Califon and High Bridge, the gorge is a 260-acre designated wildlife management area offering spectacular river and woodland views. Flickr/William Doyle You’ll find miles of hiking and biking trails here, along with opportunities for kayaking and fishing....
If you are searching for a new look, piece of furniture, or unique adornment for your home, you are going to want to head to this NW thrift store behemoth. Featuring a wide selection of clothing, furniture, books, and home wares, the William Temple House Thrift Store is one of the best around. Located on NW Glisan in the Alphabet District, the shop is loaded with special finds just waiting for you....
When you’re looking at the housing market today, it isn’t unusual to see your average family home in a decent neighborhood going for $250,000 and up. It’s hard to believe that an entire town went up for sale for just that – and as of November of last year, still didn’t have a buyer! The town of Swett, South Dakota, about a 6 acre parcel of land with a few buildings, went up for sale in 2014 for $399,000, then dropped in price the following year to just $250,000....
Fort Macomb is one of the most interesting abandoned places in Louisiana. This 19th-century fort has a ton of history and beautiful ruins. The site is not open to the public, however. Any persons found on the property will be considered trespassers. Just at the edge of New Orleans city limits, Fort Macomb sits guarding Chef Menteur Pass. atlasobscura.com Fort Macomb was built in 1822, seven years after the British forces invaded New Orleans....
We all know that Texas is full of surprises and oddities, but the exact extent of them is greatly underestimated. There are so many interesting facts about our cities that are so outlandish you’d have to see them to believe them. Here are 10 things you probably didn’t know about Fort Worth: The Fort Worth Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show is the longest running rodeo in the country. Flickr/Thomas Hawk...
Say what you want about Ohio, but there are certain things we have here that simply set us apart from the rest. While we have one of the world’s largest Amish Country settlements and we gave America classic food from places such as Skyline Chili, Kewpee and Wendy’s, there are some establishments that have yet to leak into other states—not to mention strange landmarks you can’t find anywhere else in the world....
For many people, the best part of hiking isn’t the hike itself but the view from the top. Whether it’s the top of Agassiz Peak at the San Francisco Peaks or just the top of A Mountain in Tempe, each of these offers an incredible view that often helps put life into perspective for many. Check out some of the beautiful views you can see from these Arizona mountain tops....
If you are looking for vintage wares, head to one of these great local flea markets. Featuring a wide range of products and vendors from all over the area, these are the premier spots to shop for vintage gear and find that special piece to complete your room, outfit or collection. Portland Flea Portland Flea / Facebook This monthly flea market is held on the last Sunday of each month from 11 am to 4 pm....
Well, even if the weather isn’t totally cooperating, fall is here and Halloween season is in full swing! If you are looking to get a pumpkin for carving, here are some of the best places to grab one and also join in a lot of Halloween fun! Boo Carre Halloween and Harvest Festival, The French Market frenchmarket.org On Oct. 15th, this kid-focused festival will transform Dutch Alley in the French Quarter into a Halloween wonderland–complete with French Market trick or treating!...
By mid-October, much of Montana has already seen its first snowfall… and this year is no exception. But we’ve still got a little time to travel before winter weather really gets in the way, so beat winter cabin fever before it starts by going on one final scenic drive of the season. The nearly 400 mile Montana Scenic Loop is a perfect choice. Google Maps This loop circles the largest stretch of wilderness in the continental United States....
To get the best perspective possible, you need to reach a point where you can take everything in. You need to rise above the situation. That’s why everyone needs to visit the highest point in Wyoming as soon as possible because only the highest point will give you the most accurate perception of the state. Flickr/Kurt Hunter Gannett Peak is located in the northern Wind River Mountain Range along the Continental Divide....
Located 30 minutes from Stuart in Southeast Florida, The Martin Grade Scenic Highway sits between Lake Okeechobee on the left and the Atlantic Ocean on the right. Along the way, you’ll encounter a truly enchanting tunnel of trees. This 12-mile byway has been around for many years, but it only just recently became an official Florida Scenic Highway in 2015. martingrade.org Much of The Grade, AKA County Road 714, is shaded by a tunnel of hundred-year-old oak trees....
It’s been 17 years since that familiar drone of the cicada has been heard in Georgia. But it’s about to come back in full force. What’s known as the Brood VI Cicada (more commonly the 17-year cicada) has been lurking under Georgia soil since the year 2000. And in a few short months, once the temperature again becomes warm enough, they will emerge in millions to various parts of the southeast....
On the evening of April 26th, 2005, 26 year old Janet Abaroa was brutally murdered inside her home while her six-month old son slept soundly in the next room. The gruesome murder of a young mother shocked the city of Durham and left family and friends devastated. Facebook / Her husband, Raven Abaroa, called 911 in a distraught frenzy. He was the one who discovered her body not long after her murder....
It’s no secret that Kentucky is a beautiful state. People flock to areas like the Red River Gorge, Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, the Land Between the Lakes, and Mammoth Cave National Park to get outside and reconnect with nature. All of these places are in fact gorgeous, but if you’re looking for someplace that’s not as crowded, but has equally stunning views, then check out Kingdom Come State Park. This small park is surrounded by larger and more popular parks like Pine Mountain State Resort Park and Breaks Interstate Park, so it is often overlooked....
