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Heaven’s Gate Mansion – A Sad Tragedy

By Ash BlainePosted on 07/23/202207/23/2022Posted in Cults, Dark TourismTagged Charles Applewhite, cults

Heaven’s Gate Mansion – A Sad Tragedy A 9,200 sq foot mansion in San Diego going for only $668,000? It almost seems too good to be true, right? Well, that is because it is. Usually, the first question out of anyone’s mouth in this scenario would be, “Who died?” And this is an entirely valid […]

What Should I Bring On A Dark Tourism Trip?

By Ash BlainePosted on 07/02/202207/03/2022Posted in Dark TourismTagged dark tourism, dark tourism questions, dark tourist

What Should I Bring On A Dark Tourism Trip? If you are preparing to visit a dark tourist attraction, you are probably wondering what to bring on your trip. Is there anything special I need to take? Do I need a complete Dark Tourist kit? We are here to answer all your questions about going […]

What Does A Dark Tourist Do? Dark Tourism Explained

By Ash BlainePosted on 04/22/202206/07/2022Posted in Dark TourismTagged dark tourism, dark tourism questions, dark tourist

What Does A Dark Tourist Do? Dark Tourism Explained Dark tourism is a phenomenon that has been taking the world by storm in recent years, especially following the release of Netflix’s show, Dark Tourist. Due to the recent boom in interest in dark tourism, people have many questions concerning dark tourism. As many people may […]

Understanding the 7 Main Dark Tourism Types

By Ash BlainePosted on 03/16/202206/07/2022Posted in Dark TourismTagged chernobyl, dark tourism, dark tourism questions, dark tourism sites, dark tourism types, dark tourist

Understanding the 7 Main Dark Tourism Types There are seven main dark tourism types when it comes to Dark Tourism. These seven types are Fun Factories, Resting Places, Shrines, Conflict Sites, Genocide Sites, Dungeons, and Disasters. While there are other dark tourism types, these cover the majority of sites. If you are ready to learn […]

5 Top Dark Tourist Sites For New Dark Tourists

By Ash BlainePosted on 02/25/202206/07/2022Posted in Dark TourismTagged auschwitz, chernobyl, dark tourism, dark tourist, fukushima, sedlec ossuary

5 Top Dark Tourist Sites For New Dark Tourists If you are starting out as a dark tourist, you may be looking for some good dark tourist sites to visit first. To help you with this, we have compiled a list of the 5 top dark tourist sites we believe are perfect for new dark […]

The Truth Behind Dark Tourism and Controversy

By Ash BlainePosted on 02/21/202206/07/2022Posted in Dark TourismTagged dark tourism, dark tourism questions, dark tourist

The Truth Behind Dark Tourism and Controversy When people begin to visit places of death and violence, it is inevitable there will be ethical debates over it. Dark tourism has boomed in recent years, leading to controversy over dark tourism. While both sides are valid and have their arguments, we are here to put forth […]

Is It Legal To Be A Dark Tourist?

By Ash BlainePosted on 02/16/202206/07/2022Posted in Dark TourismTagged chernobyl, dark tourism, dark tourism questions, dark tourist

Is It Legal To Be A Dark Tourist? Dark tourism has become more popular over the last few years. Various reasons exist for that, but one of the biggest is the Netflix show: Dark Tourist. This show features a dark tourist traveling to dark tourist sites all around the world and his interactions with the […]

Dark Tourism Explained: Why People Visit Places of Death

By Ash BlainePosted on 02/08/202206/07/2022Posted in Dark TourismTagged auschwitz, chernobyl, dark tourism, dark tourism questions, dark tourist, killing fields

Dark Tourism Explained: Why People Visit Places of Death Dark Tourism has gathered a lot of popularity in recent years, as more people visit places once considered taboo to visit. This increase in dark tourists has stemmed mostly from recent shows, such as Chernobyl and Dark Tourist, introducing it as something anyone can do. If […]

Where Should I Visit First As A Dark Tourist?

By Ash BlainePosted on 01/08/202204/12/2022Posted in Dark TourismTagged auschwitz, chernobyl, dark tourism, dark tourism questions, dark tourist, fukushima, killing fields, sedlec ossuary, suicide forest

One of the questions every new dark tourist asks is where should I visit first as a dark tourist? Should you stay within your local area? Should you travel to another country? With so many places to visit, it can be difficult to know where exactly you should visit first. You usually will have to […]