This week marks the official start of autumn. And while Halloween is the true culmination of the season, the metamorphosis of the leaves in the meantime is a welcome part of the journey. So while you’re waiting for October 31st to arrive, here are eight of the best places to see fall foliage in America. The […]
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Halloween in July? Fall Fun Starts Now
Yesterday, as I was driving through Pittsburgh, I noticed a Spirit Halloween store preparing to open. As today’s special, a bakery I frequent is featuring pumpkin bread. And through the front window of my house, I can see a small branch of red leaves on an otherwise green tree. Is it Halloween in July or what? As a purveyor […]
Spooky Springtime: Weird Places to Visit Now
The allure of September and October vacations might sound ideal for a weird traveler. But as I’ve learned over the years, spring and early summer prove just as appropriate seasons to discover haunted destinations—and sometimes a pre-July 4th trek can be even better than a Halloween one. Here are a few spooky springtime places to […]