FLY FOR SOME FRIGHTS
Candy, costumes, carving pumpkins—what’s not to love about this ghoulish holiday. In the weeks leading up to Halloween, there’s plenty of festivals, hayrides, and haunted houses to visit, but if you’re looking for an even bigger adventure, consider flying to some of America’s most haunted destinations.
SALEM, MASSACHUSETTS
Known for the infamous witch trials and hysteria in 1692, Salem has a dark history— making it a hotspot destination for Halloween enthusiasts. On average, more than 500,000 visitors flock to the New England town which hosts more than 1,000 spooky celebrations during the month of October. Pilots can fly into Beverly Regional Airport (KBVY) just four miles north Salem to begin their trip.
THE STANLEY HOTEL, COLORADO
The Stanley Hotel is most known for its connection to Stephen King and his inspiration behind The Shining, following a horrific nightmare during his stay. But it’s been said that paranormal occurrences have been happening at the Stanley long before the 1970s. The Stanley is one of the oldest hotels still standing in Colorado and has been treating its guests to scares since it first opened in 1909. Today, ghosts hunters and lovers of the paranormal get their thrills visiting the historic site. It’s a bit of a drive but Northern Colorado Regional Airport (KFNL) is probably your best bet.
THE MYRTLES, LOUSIANA
If you’re a fan of the paranormal, you’ve probably heard of the Myrtles plantation in St. Francisville, LA. The house is rumored to be on top of an Indian burial ground and home to at least 12 different ghosts. It’s been said the hauntings began with Chloe—a slave punished for eavesdropping. For her revenge, Chloe poisoned the family members whose ghosts are still reported to haunt the grounds. In subsequent years, owners have suffered death and murder tragedies on the site. Today, tourists are able to spend the night at the Myrtles where many have reported their own supernatural encounters. If you plan to visit the Myrtles, you can fly into False River Regional Airport (KHZR), just 22 minutes from the home. However, make sure you are night current in case you need to flee during your overnight stay!
WHALEY HOUSE, CALIFORNIA
According to Life Magazine, the Whaley House in San Diego is the most haunted house in America. The home was built in 1857 on the site of a former graveyard. Shortly after the Whaley family moved in, they began hearing heavy footsteps in the house—believed to be those of the ghost of James “Yankee Jim” Robinson who was hanged on the property years before. Visitors of the Whaley house report seeing apparitions, and some say they’ve seen the ghost of the Whaley family’s dog. If you plan to visit one of America’s most haunted, consider landing at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport (KMYF), a mere 20 minutes from the Whaley house.
GETTYSBURG, PENNSYLVANIA
We’d be remiss not to mention one of the bloodiest battles in the Civil War. Gettysburg is reported to be teeming with paranormal energy as many visitors have seen apparitions of Civil War soldiers wandering the fields. If you’re a fan of history and Halloween, take a ghost tour to learn about Gettysburg’s tragic past. Gettysburg Regional Airport (W05) is nearby so file that flight plan!
HONOLULU INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
You may not think an international airport would be considered haunted but Honolulu has a resident ghost. Dubbed “the lady in waiting”, the apparition is a blonde woman in a white dress who shows up in off-limits areas of the airport. Legend says she fell in love with a man who promised to marry her but then jumped on an international flight abandoning her at the gate. Her ghost is still waiting for him to return. Unless you’ve got a large cabin jet, we don’t advise flying GA to Honolulu, so keep an eye out next time you hop an airliner and land at HNL.Related Blogs
