Adventure Travel Archives - Page 3 of 26 - My Family Travels
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The Deserted Cliff Hotel In California Where Curtains Move Without Wind

Tucked away in the heart of California, the Byron Hot Springs Hotel stands as a relic of a bygone era. Known locally as the Deserted Cliff Hotel, this mysterious venue is an enigma...

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The Haunted Historic Restaurant In Louisiana Where Chairs Rock Alone

Nestled in the heart of New Orleans, Muriel’s Jackson Square is a place where history and mystery intertwine. This charming restaurant is renowned not just for its Creole cuisine...

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The Haunted Hotel In Arkansas Where The Phones Ring With No Caller

Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, the Crescent Hotel in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, stands as a beacon for those intrigued by the supernatural. This historic hotel, renowned for its...

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New York’s Forbidden Island Where Quarantine Ghosts Still Haunt

Nestled in the East River between the Bronx and Rikers Island lies a rarely spoken of entity: North Brother Island. Once a...

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Iowa’s Quiet Amish Places Worth Adding To Your Midwest Road Trip

If you're traveling through the Midwest and craving an escape into quiet countryside, Iowa’s Amish settlements offer a rare chance to step into a simpler, slower, and deeply...

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The Pennsylvania Resort That Disappeared Into the Woods

In the heart of the Pocono Mountains lies a story shrouded in mystery and nature's relentless embrace. Penn Hills Resort, once a beacon for honeymooners, now whispers tales of...

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Why This Tiny Colorado Town Is Suddenly Everyone’s Weekend Escape

If you’re traveling through Colorado and looking for a weekend escape that feels worlds away from your daily routine, there’s a tiny mountain town tucked deep in the Rockies...

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The Haunted Lake In Montana Where Boats Row Themselves

If you’re traveling through Montana, Flathead Lake isn’t just the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi - it’s also a hotspot for ghost stories and eerie...

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Elephant crosses our path on a safari through Chobe National Park.
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The Ultimate River Safari: A Southern Africa Cruise On The Chobe And Zambezi Rivers

Our family river safari on CroisiEurope’s Southern Africa Safari-Cruise is the ultimate in luxe adventure -- a daily encounter with Africa’s wildlife treasures on both land...

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The Desert Ghost Town In Utah That Locals Say Eats Sound

Tucked away in the red rock country near Zion National Park, Grafton Ghost Town stands as one of the most hauntingly beautiful abandoned settlements in the American West.

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The Eerie Ghost Hotel In Louisiana That Locals Refuse To Talk About

Nestled in the heart of downtown Alexandria, Louisiana, stands a grand old hotel that whispers secrets through its elegant hallways. The Hotel Bentley has welcomed guests since...

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The Forgotten Beach Cabins in South Carolina That Locals Refuse to Enter

Salt wind slips through palmettos as the surf mutters beyond the dunes. Along a remote stretch of Hunting Island, weathered cabins sit quiet, their porches softened by sand and...

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The Forgotten Tennessee Cabin Village Locals Say Shifts With The Seasons

Nestled within the lush embrace of the Great Smoky Mountains lies Elkmont, a hidden village where cabins whisper tales of the past. This enchanting place seems to shift with the...

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The Haunted Vineyard Inn in Oregon Where Glasses Clink on Their Own

Travelers speak of a Southern Oregon estate where quiet halls seem to hold their breath. Locals whisper that at times, a clear clink echoes from empty rooms.

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The Lost Louisiana Theme Park That Locals Claim Breathes

A shuttered theme park on the edge of New Orleans seems to inhale with the wind and exhale with the marsh. Locals say the place feels awake, even though the rides are still.

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The Abandoned Arizona Park That Still Draws Curious Travelers

Curious travelers still pull off a quiet highway in northern Arizona and find a silent splash of color in the desert. Bedrock City, a Flintstones-themed roadside park, sits abandoned...

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How Oklahoma’s City Became A Street Art Destination

If you’re traveling through Oklahoma and think you know what to expect - cowboy hats, flat plains, and not much else - think again. Oklahoma City, once dubbed “America’s...

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Why Travelers Feel Watched at This Creepy Coastal Delaware Inn

Travelers arrive at a shingled inn that seems to watch the shoreline as carefully as the waves watch it back. Stories echo along the porches, where sea air carries scraps of history...

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The Haunted Montana Hotel Built on the Depths of a Mine

A quiet lodge in Butte sits above the old workings that once powered a legendary mining town. Step inside and the wood creaks like a whispered memory, while lamplight paints a...

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The Haunted Restaurant In Maine Where Tables Set Themselves

If you’re traveling through Maine’s rugged coast, there’s one seaside retreat where luxury and legend meet under the same roof. At the Inn by the Sea in Cape Elizabeth, guests...

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The Desert Lodge In Arizona That Still Smells Like Burning Sage

If you’re traveling through the Arizona desert, there’s a place tucked deep in the Bradshaw Mountains where history lingers in the air like burning sage. Once abandoned and...

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The Abandoned Alaska Attraction That Time Froze In Place

Along a lonely stretch of the George Parks Highway in Alaska sits a towering four-story structure shaped like an igloo, abandoned and slowly crumbling into history.

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The Eerie Tennessee Dam That Sits Over A Watery Graveyard

Deep in the Tennessee River Valley sits a structure with a dark and mysterious past. Hales Bar Dam, built over a century ago, rests above what many call a watery graveyard filled...

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The Eerie Missouri Resort That Never Welcomed Its Guests

Deep in the heart of the Ozark hills lies a haunting collection of structures that whisper tales of forgotten ambition. Indian Ridge Resort, once envisioned as a luxurious escape,...

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The Forgotten Train Hotel In Nebraska Where No One Checks Out After Midnight

Deep in the heart of Nebraska lies a mysterious place that has captured the imagination of travelers and ghost hunters alike. The Argo Hotel in Crofton, once a bustling train hotel,...

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The Haunted Boardwalk With Restless Spirits from Wisconsin’s Past

Milwaukee's Riverwalk is more than just a scenic path along the river. It's a tapestry of history interwoven with eerie tales of the past. As you stroll along this modern walkway,...

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The Abandoned Cliffside Baths In California That Locals Say Were Built On A Whisper

Perched on the rugged edge of San Francisco, the Sutro Baths once stood as a marvel of ambition and imagination. Today, these...

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Inside the Grandest and Most Mysterious Forest Resort in West Virginia

Nestled in the picturesque hills of West Virginia lies The Greenbrier, a resort steeped in both luxury and mystery. Renowned for its sumptuous accommodations and rich history,...

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The Old Route 66 Motel in Illinois Where Radios Play Songs from Another Era

Nestled in the heart of Springfield, Illinois, the Inn at 835 Boutique Hotel offers a unique glimpse into the past, capturing the essence of the golden age of travel along the...

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The Haunted Mountain Lodge In Vermont Where Bells Ring With No Wind

Tucked beneath Vermont’s Green Mountains, a luxury retreat whispers legends after dark. At The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa in Manchester Village, elegance mingles with the...

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The Desert Motel In Nevada That Still Gets Bookings With No Names Attached

Neon flickers on the loneliest highway, and a painted smile beckons from the edge of Tonopah’s desert night. If you’ve ever wondered why some travelers check in without names,...

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The Forgotten Massachusetts Fairground That Glows During Snowstorms

Lincoln Park once stood as one of the most thrilling amusement parks in Massachusetts, drawing crowds with its roller coasters, midway games, and carnival magic from 1894 until...

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The Haunted Nebraska Park That Never Closed Its Gates

Tucked away in the hills of North Omaha, Hummel Park has earned a reputation as one of the most haunted places in Nebraska. For decades, visitors have shared spine-tingling stories...

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The Haunted Washington Inn That Still Has Warm Beds

Tucked away in the charming town of Index, Washington, the Bush House Country Inn has welcomed travelers for over a century. Behind its cozy rooms and warm hospitality lies a reputation...

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The Forgotten Virginia Carnival Hidden Beneath Ivy And Time

Deep in the woods of Fredericksburg, Virginia, sits a place where time stopped and nature took over. Once a lively Renaissance Faire filled with knights, jesters, and costumed...

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The Haunted Texas Water Park Where Lights Flicker Without Power

Deep in the heart of Midland, Texas, an abandoned water park holds secrets that defy logic. Water Wonderland once buzzed with laughter and splashing kids, but now it sits empty,...

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The Abandoned Florida Motel So Eerie Even Locals Avoid Driving Past It

Nestled just south of the Georgia line, the Riverside Motel stands as a haunting reminder of a bygone era in travel history. Once...

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The Haunted Alaska Ghost Town That Vanishes Into The Fog Each Winter

Deep in the rugged wilderness of southern Alaska lies Portlock, a ghost town shrouded in mystery and eerie legends. Once a bustling fishing village, it was abandoned in the 1950s...

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The Hidden Hilltop Landmark Locals Call the Most Elusive Place in West Virginia

Perched above the meeting of the Potomac and Shenandoah rivers, the Hill Top House Hotel in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, captivates with its mystique and history.

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The Deserted Campground In Utah That Locals Claim Comes Alive After Midnight

Tucked away in the Uinta Mountains of northeastern Utah, Moon Lake Campground has earned a reputation that goes far beyond its scenic beauty. Locals whisper stories about strange...

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The Eerie Oklahoma Boardwalk Locals Avoid at Night

Nestled beside the tranquil waters of Lake Overholser, an old wooden pier stands, enveloped in silence and secrets. This boardwalk, a relic of Oklahoma City’s past, serves as...

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The South Carolina Fairground Where the Wind Still Carries Echoes of Laughter

In the heart of Lancaster, South Carolina, lies a forgotten corner of joy and nostalgia: Springs Recreation Park. Once a bustling center of celebration, it now rests in silence,...

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The Historic Tennessee Hotel Guests Say It’s Definitely Haunted

Nestled in the heart of Chattanooga, Tennessee, The Read House Hotel has long been a beacon of Southern elegance and enigma. This historic landmark is renowned not only for its...

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The Forgotten Motel in Montana Locals Say Still Holds a Presence

Nestled in the remote hills of Garnet, Montana, the JK Wells Motel stands as a silent sentinel of a bygone era. Once a bustling part of a thriving mining town, it now whispers...

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The Desert Oasis Motel In Nevada That Locals Say Only Appears After Midnight

In the heart of Nevada’s endless deserts, far from the neon lights of the cities, a motel emerges from the darkness as if conjured by the desert itself. Locals whisper that it...

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The Eerie Lake Cabin In Minnesota Where Guests Claim To Hear Laughter At Night

If you're traveling to Walker, Minnesota, and find yourself by the tranquil waters of Leech Lake, you might stumble upon a cabin where the wind whispers through the pines - and...

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The Lost Montana Theme Park That Reopens Every Full Moon

They say that when the full moon rises over Butte, Montana, the sound of laughter drifts through the trees - faint echoes from a place that burned down half a century ago. Under...

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The Haunted Georgia Water Park That Plays Children’s Voices After Midnight

In Marietta, Georgia, there’s an amusement park that refuses to be silent. Locals whisper that after midnight, children’s voices drift over empty slides and rusted railings,...

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Florida Nights: Bioluminescent Bays And Midnight Kayaks

Imagine paddling through dark waters as every stroke of your paddle creates a burst of glowing blue light. Florida's bioluminescent bays offer one of nature's most magical shows,...

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The South Carolina Island Resort That Locals Say Vanished From Maps After One Storm

Along the sandy shores of Pawleys Island, South Carolina, there's a story that has puzzled locals and historians for decades. McKenzie Beach, once a bustling island resort destination,...

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