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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Unimpressed wedding guest at a destination wedding.
TRAVEL TIPS

I got invited to a destination wedding, but I'm not sure I can afford to attend. How can I make this work? Will it be worth it?

A destination wedding can sound magical at first. Then reality sets in: flights, hotels, transportation, outfits, gifts, meals, time off work, and possibly childcare.
July 15, 2026 Sammy Tran
The San José galleon exploding.
WORLD HISTORY

Archaeologists Discovered The “Holy Grail Of Shipwrecks”—And They’re Still Uncovering Its Secrets

For more than 300 years, the Spanish galleon San José sat at the bottom of the Caribbean, surrounded by legend and rumors of unimaginable treasure.
July 15, 2026 Sammy Tran
Old man with colorful airplane behind him at airport
GUIDES

Airlines Baby Boomers Thought Would Last Forever—Now No One Born After 2000 Has Even Heard Of Them

If you walked through a major American airport in the 70s or 80s, you saw airline names that felt permanent. Their logos were everywhere. Their commercials ran constantly. Millions of people flew them every year. It was hard to imagine any of them ever disappearing.
July 15, 2026 Jesse Singer
Young woman in a pink cap and black coat poses near the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
WORLD HISTORY

Historic Buildings That Narrowly Escaped Demolition

History is full of famous buildings that came surprisingly close to disappearing forever. Some were saved by passionate citizens, others by court rulings, landmark designations, or last-minute changes of heart. Today, these architectural treasures still stand as reminders that preserving the past often requires determined people willing to fight for it.
July 15, 2026 J. Clarke
Blonde woman with big hair
DESTINATIONS

Americans Were Asked What Makes The South Feel “Bigger.” These Are The Most Common Answers—Would You Add Anything To This List?

Everything’s a little larger, louder, and more… extra in the South—and honestly, that’s part of the charm.
July 15, 2026 Allison Robertson
AI-generated image of a couple locked out of their vacation rental cabin.
TRAVEL TIPS

My rental cabin had smart locks that stopped working after a software update. Will I be able to get a refund?

Smart locks have become incredibly common at vacation rentals. But what happens when a software update causes those locks to stop working?
July 15, 2026 Peter Kinney

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