Discover the haunting beauty of Craco, Italy’s abandoned “ghost village.” Perched atop a rocky outcropping, Craco’s silhouette still captures the imagination of those who pass by. The town was first established by the Greeks in the 6th century AD, with evidence of even older settlements dating back to the 8th century BC. Its unique layout…
Most history buffs are unaware that one of America’s most successful early 20th century resort towns thrived in Idlewild, Michigan from 1915 until the late 1960s. During the Jim Crow era when discriminatory laws prohibited Black Americans from frequenting a great many hotels, restaurants, and other establishments, a group of real estate investors decided to…
Solvang, California, is a small Danish-inspired town nestled in the Santa Ynez Valley. A visit to Solvang is like stepping into a fairytale, with its cobblestone streets, traditional Danish architecture, and European-style bakeries and wineries. Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, a family adventure, or simply a change of pace, Solvang is the perfect…
Colombia has become a favorite destination for world travelers, renowned for its diverse and picturesque landscapes, warm and friendly people, affordability, and world-class cities and beaches. Located a short distance from the wonderful city of eternal spring, Medellin, Guatapé is a lovely holiday town nestled alongside the sprawling artificial lake of Embalse Guatapé. The small…
If you’re of a certain age or hip to classic, gone off the air too soon TV shows, then you know of David Lynch’s weird and iconic Twin Peaks which ran on the air from 1990 to 1991 with a movie in 1992, followed by a long-sought third season in 2017. Beloved by fans, the…
Most people in the United States associate ghost towns with the gold rush which swept the western half of the country in the 1800s. Even though extreme heat, humidity, and abundant vegetation degrade abandoned structures at a steady pace, the South is still home to some compelling ghost towns. The story of Cahaba, Alabama—which briefly…
On a chilly November night in 1966, two couples were driving towards a World War II munitions plant that West Virginia locals referred to as the TNT area. Both couples spotted a frightful winged creature with eyes that flashed red when exposed to light. The couples claimed that a large, menacing creature with a sizable…
In the late 1800s, gold rush fever swept the American frontier. Men hoping to get rich hunted for gold deposits on the outskirts of rugged mountain towns. One such town was Mystic, South Dakota—which is located in the shadow of the Black Hills. In 1879, Mystic—also known as Sitting Bull—had a population of 100 eager…
