When the sun dips below the horizon and the city goes quiet, history becomes more pronounced. From creaking hotel corridors to shadowy alleys, the stories told after dark can reveal the true spirit of a place.

Ghost tours can help us see the personal side behind the places we visit, balancing goose bumps with grounded history. You leave these places with more than a fright. You gain context that enriches the travel experience.

In this episode, host Angie Orth is joined by travel journalist and former paranormal investigator Jennifer Billock. Together, they explore what makes a ghost tour truly worthwhile, balancing spine-tingling tales with historical accuracy. Whether you’re a skeptic, true believer, or simply curious, this conversation will help you find tours that are memorable for all the right reasons.

You’ll hear about haunted hot spots in New Orleans, Chicago, Michigan, and beyond; tips on how to be a respectful paranormal tourist; and tours that can actually deepen your connections by blending history, storytelling, and mystery.



What You’ll Learn:

00:00 Why haunted places hook us

02:19 The rise of paranormal tourism and why interest is growing worldwide

06:18 The Bourbon Orleans Hotel and other can’t-miss New Orleans ghost sites

10:27 Chicago’s Iroquois Theater fire and how tours balance history with chills

17:03 Ghost tour etiquette: honoring the past and making sure nothing “follows” you home

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferjoanbillock

CTA: Ex: What’s the scariest ghost tour you’ve ever been on? Tell us about it in the comments!

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Cruising offers access to some of Earth’s most magical destinations—and the added convenience of unpacking only once while you travel. Whether you dream of witnessing penguins in Antarctica or floating past storybook villages on the Rhine, it’s time to chart your next unforgettable voyage.

Traveling with AAA host Angie Orth is back with cruise expert and travel journalist Meena Thiruvengadam to share her favorite bucket-list cruises, from polar extremes at the edge of the world to often overlooked destinations closer to home.

You’ll discover how unique ships can feel like Nordic-style hotels at sea, and why the Great Lakes are a surprisingly enchanting destination. You’ll also hear about the majestic fjords of Norway, onboard dining splurges that are worth the money, and a river itinerary that feels like stepping into a fairy tale.

What You’ll Learn:

00:48 The place at the top of Meena’s list of unforgettable destinations

03:09 The surprising beauty of cruising the Great Lakes

04:41 How Norway’s fjords and northern lights deliver authentic magic

06:13 Why specialty dining is worth the splurge on board

07:13 The Rhine River itinerary that feels like sailing through a fairy tale

Connect with Meena Thiruvengadam:

Website: https://travelwithmeena.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meenathiru

CTA: What’s your bucket-list cruise destination? Tell us in the comments!

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