Each place has a story of inexplicable events. Everywhere, people claim to have heard voices, screams, whispers, and weeping sounds out of nowhere. There are always reported sightings of a lady in white or mysterious flickering of lights. Whether or not you believe in the paranormal, you have to admit that these places can scare the hell out of you especially when you hear the tale behind it. If you’re the type who thinks such stories are simply musings of a wild imagination, then visiting these places would not raise a single goosebump on your skin.

Andleberry Estate in Clovis California used to include a mansion and a sanitarium. The Wolfe Manor Hotel was later built in place of the mansion. The owner, Todd Wolfe himself, had some bizarre encounters in his own hotel. Aside from the classic hearing of footsteps and voices, he also felt ghosts breathing on him. The people who used to stay in the sanitarium are believed to be the ones haunting the place. Investigators even reported that there really are spirits in living in the hotel.

The Screaming Tunnel of the Niagara Falls is an unfinished and abandoned railway. Legend has it that a girl was burned alive by her own father due to lost custody. Now, people believe that when someone lights a match in the middle of the tunnel at midnight, there will be a very loud scream that can eventually put out the fire of the match. The ghost of the father is also rumored to appear. This gives more reason for people to visit the Niagara Falls!

The Ladd School used to stand on Exeter, Rhode Island, which served as a school for the mentally challenged. Stories say that students were mistreated, which probably explains sightings of ghost children in the area. There were rumors of physical and sexual abuse of the mentally diabled students. The Ladd School closed early in the 90’s, and today, Exeter Job Corps Academy stands in its place. Though the school closed, there are still stories of the new building being haunted.

The Lemp Mansion in St. Louis, Missouri has a dark past as four members of the Lemp family committed suicide; three killed themselves in the mansion. There have been stories of things flying off and pianos playing by themselves. Today, the mansion is a restaurant and a bed and breakfast. Staying in this mansion would really be a daring experience for any traveler!

Alcatraz is an isolated island in San Francisco that used to function as a prison house. It gained popularity because of the inhumane conditions that anyone who stayed on the rock had to live with. Today, Alcatraz is a very popular tourist destination, but there have been reports of visitors hearing footsteps of jail doors slamming. Whether there really are some agitated souls on this rock or not, the place really has a gloomy and quite depressing ambience.

The Hampton Court Palace in London is not only historic but also believed to be haunted. The ghost of Henry VIII’s fifth wife, Catherine Howard, stirs up the most intrigue. Her spirit is said to be scream and run a hallway. Queen Jane Seymour who died 12 days after giving birth to Prince Edward is said to stay in the palace’s staircase. Other ghosts have also been sighted in this historic palace, including that of the Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn.

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Good wine only comes from good grapes, and good grapes can only be grown in certain parts of the world. This is why few countries have made names for themselves by producing good wine. Champagne is actually a region in France where sparkling white wine was concocted. The French, alongside many other Europeans make good wine. America and Australia also have great wineries that turn grapes into the best drink you can have with your meal.

California. If you’re visiting San Francisco, you cannot miss crossing the Golden Gate Bridge and have a wine tour in Napa Valley. The climate and geography in Napa County are perfect for growing grapes. Near Napa is another county that is recognized for great wine. Sonoma County has similar environment as Napa which also makes it a great place to grow grapes. California produces both red and white wine. They are particularly famous for their Cabernet and Chardonnay. Click here to fly to San Francisco for free and start your wine tasting now!

France. Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne are the top regions to get your wine. Bordeaux is more famous for their red wine, which they produce in wide varieties. You can get the strong and full taste of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes which is great with your meaty dinner. Burgundy grows Pinot Noir grapes which is softer than Cabernet. Chardonnay is also widely grown for fine white wine. Champagne, of course, is where you can get the top-of-the-line sparkling white wine.

Italy. A town in Italy is also internationally recognized for its production of sparkling white wine. Asti Spumante comes from Moscato Bianco grapes which are widely grown in Asti. In contrast with your red wine which is a perfect match to your steak, Asti Spumante is sweet and does not have high alcohol content, making it a great drink with dessert. Chianti in Tuscany, on the other hand, is keener in making red wine.

Spain. Red wine is more widely produced in Spain, but they have more white grape vineyards! This is because aside from fine red wine, Spain produces the best brandy. Simply click here to fly free to Spain! Taste not only great red wine but their prided brandy.

Choosing your wine is a lot like choosing an outfit. There are so many choices and mixing and matching is important. To totally satisfy your palate, think of which grapes you want. Will the sweet Asti Spumante suit you or are you in the mood for some strong Cabernet Sauvignon? Also, consider the meal you are having. Beef will have you craving for Cabernet, and poultry will surely match your Chardonnay. Lastly, bear in mind the place where it is produced! Click here and you can get 6 bottles of wine for free!

Have you ever visited a place that is so great you literally never wanted to leave? Well, there are people who actually do these. These are expats or expatriates.

Most people become expats not really for the sake of traveling and delving into foreign culture, but for economic reasons. America for example receives plenty of expats because it is easy to get a decent job that can easily cover the living expenses. So for people living in countries where the minimum wage can barely reach the cost of living, being an expat is always an option. Singapore, U.A.E. and the U.S. top the list of the best places to be expats. People who do not really earn big in underdeveloped countries can live luxuriously as expats in countries that pay huge sums of money.

If you decide on being an expat, it is important that you choose the country carefully. There are plenty of countries that pay you big bucks, but to hit two birds with one stone, why not choose a country that is not only financially rich, but also rich in culture and natural beauty? Here are a few great places to be an expat in.

1.    Mexico. Ok, Mexico is not your ideal expatriate destination if you want to earn big bucks. But the cost of living, particularly real estates, is much cheaper. Money matters aside, Mexico is a great expat destination because it is paradise. The great beaches, vibrant culture, welcoming locals and interesting history make this a great place for foreigners to live in. Just imagine yourself waking up in paradise everyday! Simply click here and you can fly to Mexico for free!

2.    San Francisco. The cost of living in San Francisco is high, but that’s ok because the salaries are high as well. More importantly, art is alive in this city. San Francisco is a great place for artists to be expats in. Graffiti is supported by the government and is highly encouraged. Just look around and you’ll see that this city has walls for canvases. I would definitely want to live there.

3.    Tokyo. Japan ranks the 2nd most expensive city in the world making it a great place to get high salaries. But more than the possibilities for luxurious living, Tokyo is great because it has an interesting culture and unique customs.

4.    Hong Kong. For someone who loves to shop, Hong Kong is your expat destination. Aside from giving out big salaries, Hong Kong has an interesting and colorful pop culture that you will surely enjoy living in. The entire place is like a huge shopping mall with a wide and complete variety of commodities. And the best thing is cheap stuff is not hard to come by.

5.    India. Aside from getting big salaries, India is a great place to live in because of the culture. It’s difficult to be bored in this place with its many attractions. But this place is not for everyone. You have to deal with traffic and some densely populated streets. India is not really for those who want to live like Dons. This interesting country is more for culture and history buffs and for travelers who are ready for any kind of adventure.

You’ll never really know a place unless you’ve lived there long enough. So choose a city that you think suits your interests. Don’t just go there for the big bucks, or you might end up being bored in a desk job in the end. Consider the city’s culture. It is important that you get not only financial wealth but also cultural and personal growth as an expat.

Those artistic elitists might tend to steer away their camera lens from objects or places that are deemed as “the most photographed.”  They even have names for it–which have been somewhat transformed into derogatory terms—such as picturesque, and postcard-ish.  While these common subjects for photography would be sneered at within elite circles, some of us who are simply looking for beautiful places will definitely find these destinations inspiring.  After all, they wouldn’t have been called “the most photographed” if they weren’t exactly sights to behold.

While the problem of having an insufficient travel budget may arise, rest assured that there are countless way to travel these places practically for free.  Anyone who enjoys a good and memorable vacation should have the right to go to these wonderful places.

Table Mountain:
In 75 years over 16 million people have climbed, toured, and gawked at the famous table mountain located at Cape Town, South Africa.  Especially during sunsets, the almost perfect plateau captivates tourists the world over.  The mountain is also surrounded by other tourist destinations, such as beaches and fine hotels, making it accessible to just about anyone.

Parthenon:
Having survived centuries upon centuries, the famous Parthenon in Greece—originally erected I honor of the Goddess Athena—the majestic structure is one of the first things which usually comes into mind whenever travelling to Greece is mentioned.  Just traversing the same steps that Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle must have passed through is enough to bring goosebumps down one’s back.

The Golden Gate Bridge:
The massive bridge located in San Francisco may be a bit of a salmon red—far from golden, we can tell you that—but it certainly offers a golden photo opportunity.  And the best part is, there are lot more places worth looking into whenever you get the chance to visit the city.

Abbey Road:
For those of you who still have no clue why this isn’t one of the most photographed places in the world, you have either been locked away in a dungeon for the last half century, or you have just grown accustomed to listening to music—thus, you probably only have emo bands in your playlist.  Even without John, Paul, George, and Ringo, Abbey Road—located at St. Johns Wood, London—is considered as the most photographed street in the world.

Niagara Falls:
Experiencing the awesome power of nature first hand should be on everyone’s bucket list.  Straddling the international border between the U.S. and Canada, this massive water fall reminds us humans that we are mortals truly vulnerable from obscurity and insignificance.

It is difficult to get bored in San Francisco. You can enter one of the most interesting prison houses in the world, Alcatraz, which is known for its inhumanely solitary location. There are also numerous museums that house both historic and contemporary masterpieces. If you’re up for shopping, Union Square has the most famous and expensive signature shops. And if you’re tired with all of these, you can always fill your stomach with the city’s specialty, clam chowder, in Fisherman’s Wharf, and soothingly end your day with some wine from Napa Valley.

Yes, this all sounds exhilarating, but only for those who can afford it. All those tours and shopping are unnecessarily expensive. You do not have to spend as much to enjoy yourself especially when you are in San Francisco. It is a perfect city for a free-spirited and artistic traveler who does not want to spend as much.

Firstly, you can fly free to San Francisco! Yes it’s possible. And once you get there, the streets will guide you. You do not have to take the famous cable car tours because those are almost a waste of time and money. The tour will only bring you to places that you can see on your own by simply walking. The guide will also probably describe things that you can figure out on your own. So the ticket into having fun without costing you a penny is to walk. Or if you want to get miles away, at least rent a bike or ride the bus. Both are cheap in San Francisco and are definitely worth every penny.

The Union Square is also a pointless stop. All those shops are open in numerous other places. So don’t waste your time salivating over those overpriced bags and shoes. Save your energy and walk in the city’s more interesting streets.

The Museums are great but avoidable if you really need to save money. Instead you can go to a lot of other galleries for free. Again, just by walking, it is guaranteed that you will come across some interesting art exhibits. Actually, you don’t even have to enter anything to feast your eyes. Almost each wall in San Francisco, especially along Haight Street, is embellished by professional graffiti artists. Architecture is also exquisite as the culture of Victorian Houses did not die down in the city.

The city is a melting pot for artists because it caters to a wide range of interests. Painters and graffiti artists are not the only ones drawn to the city. There are second-hand bookstores that hold multiple shelves of books on so many topics for very cheap prices for bookworms and writers. And you don’t have to hide from the store clerk if you want to open a book for some private reading because you are free to browse.

If you are more into extreme sports, you can bring your wheels in the Golden Gate Park every Sunday. When I say wheels, I don’t mean cars. The Park is closed to automobiles on Sundays. So with wheels, I mean skateboards, long boards, bikes, roller skates etc. Every Sunday, the park’s wide smooth lanes are reserved for these skaters.

Of course, music cannot be missed in San Francisco. As I have already stressed out, just by walking, you’ll be able to get a lot. There are numerous street musicians that will amaze you with their talent with the saxophone, steel drum, guitars and keyboards. You don’t have to get in an expensive bar to enjoy music, just stroll along and your ears will be pleased.

Traveling by foot in San Francisco may open you to the city’s quite bizarre culture. Musicians, artists, skaters, even stand-up comics will amuse you for free. The whole city is the artists’ canvas and stage, and tourists are always free to appreciate their art.