The Creepiest Places in the World

The Creepiest Places in the World


May 1, 2025 | Samantha Henman

The Creepiest Places in the World


The world can be a vast, terrifying place—but some locations have utterly chilling histories that aren't for the faint of heart.

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VIDEO

Surviving 72 days in the Andes: The 1972 Flight 571 disaster is one of history's most harrowing survival stories.

The Andes flight disaster—or the Miracle of the Andes—might be one of history's most harrowing survival stories.
July 1, 2026 Peter Kinney
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TRAVEL TIPS

I booked a destination known for nature, but conservation efforts severely limited what we could do. Is this getting worse every year?

You know that the best vacations include waterfalls, wildlife, reefs, forests, cliffs, or empty trails. But lately, you're noticing more permits and closures for "conservation" than ever before.That can feel frustrating, especially when nature was the whole reason you booked. But in the modern world, to put it simply, this is the new normal.
July 1, 2026 Carl Wyndham
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GUIDES

Ranking The Top 50 Universities In America In 2026 From Worst To Best—According To Data

There’s no shortage of college rankings—but they rarely agree. So instead of relying on just one, we combined the three biggest and most important ones out there: U.S. News, QS World Rankings, and Times Higher Education.
July 1, 2026 Jesse Singer
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DESTINATIONS

The Best And Worst Things About Every U.S. State

No one is perfect, and the same is true for the American states. While each one has some wonderful things about it, there are some—shall we say, not-so-wonderful things as well that bear mentioning. So, let's mention them...
July 1, 2026 Jesse Singer
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DESTINATIONS

Ranking The States That Treat Older Americans The Worst—According To Baby Boomers

Some states make retirement look pretty easy. Others? Not so much. Whether it's healthcare headaches, rising costs, long drives to basic services, or just a feeling that retirees aren't exactly the priority, some states consistently leave older Americans less satisfied than others. The question is...how many of these states surprised you?
June 30, 2026 Jesse Singer
WORLD HISTORY

In 2024, archaeologists in Wyoming uncovered tools and mammoth bones, offering insight into early hunting practices of ancient Plains-roaming humans.

Excavations at Wyoming’s La Prele Mammoth site reveal Clovis-era tools, mammoth remains, hearths, bone needles, and a tiny bead, offering a vivid look at Ice Age hunting, butchery, clothing, and survival.
June 30, 2026 Jack Hawkins

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