Eerie photos of ‘abandoned America’
ABANDONED shopping malls, forgotten theme parks and spookily empty buildings — this is the hidden America.
North America
Nothing between man and panther
THIS man, casually leaning against the wall with his back to a panther, might seem mad. But there’s a reason he’s so casual about it, even though there’s no glass between them.
Central Park’s century-old secret
A SECRET section of New York’s famed Central Park is finally open to the public after being closed for nearly a century.
‘The tallest, baddest waterslide ever’
IT REACHES 51 terrifying metres in the air — about the same as high-rise — and it’s attracting thrillseekers the world over. But could you brave the world’s tallest waterslide?
What you never knew about New York
THOUGHT you’d seen it all in New York City? Look again — chances are, like most tourists, you’ve missed these weird and wonderful gems.
This is what’s left of abandoned Land of Oz
WHAT now remains of the Land of Oz theme park is nothing short of creepy, but it’s become a place photographers love to visit.
Inside the creepy ‘Land of Oz’
IT was the place where Wizard of Oz fans could walk down the yellow brick road to a fun amusement park. But photos reveal it is now abandoned.
Tim and Anna’s guide to Los Cabos
LOVEBIRDS Tim Robards and Anna Heinrich recently spent a week enjoying the sunny destination on the tip of Mexico’s Baja peninsula. Here, they share their top ten things to do in Cabo.
How to bar hop like a pro in WeHo
WEST Hollywood — or ‘WeHo’ as it’s affectionately known has long been recognised as LA’s hippest enclave. Here are the must visit hotels and bars from someone in the know.
The one road trip you need to do in your lifetime
WHEN you’re an Aussie, road trips are something of a way of life. But there is one road trip you’re going to need to go abroad for, and it promises to be one of the most stunning drives you’ll ever take.
Inside Disney’s creepy forgotten park
HAUNTING new photographs have offered a glimpse inside an abandoned Disney theme park that was shut and left to rot after the death of a young boy.
Inside Disney’s forgotten theme park
NO sign of a fairytale here… See the creepy photos from inside Disney’s abandoned River Country theme park in Florida, USA.
Grumpy wife’s revenge on husband
A MAN refused to go on a Disney ride with his wife, and it’s fair to say she was not impressed. Here’s the incontrovertible proof.
Playground of the rich, strange
IT’S the dark and sexy place where you famously “gotta get your freak on”. Here the buff, super-rich and eccentric combine and it’s unforgettable.
Sleazy spa with ‘underwater sex’
THE Spa Castle in New York is billed as a sprawling, 22-pool Disneyland of soaks and steams. But some patrons are anything but G-rated.
What really happens in Vegas
AH VEGAS, don’t ever change. From the raunchy to the unbelievable, visitors and residents have revealed the craziest things they’ve ever seen in ‘Sin City’.
How the Californians like to sweat
IF you’re planning a trip to the Californian coast, make sure you pack your Lycra. Because if you want to experience it the locals (and the celebs) do, you’re going to need to sweat.
‘World’s largest outdoor insane asylum’
IT’S a harsh name for an incredible place. Hundreds of people are living off the grid and away from the law in New Mexico, in a wild and slightly scary community.
The sad reality behind this photo
WHEN a photo emerged of this baby sea lion scoring a prime seat at a posh restaurant, people gushed over how cute it was. But they missed this one thing.
El Nino uncovers ship of ‘sex and sin’
DURING the Prohibition era, this ship hosted wild parties before being destroyed in a wild storm. Now the “pleasure palace” has re-emerged.
‘See a dead body on the street’
NEW York isn’t always as charming as you’d think. You haven’t really experienced it until you’ve seen these things.
The ghost town frozen in time
THIS town was once a bustling place where dreams of riches came true. But it rose almost as fast as it decline. Would you dare to visit this eerie place?
You can’t say this in New York
CHRISTMAS in New York is one of the most magical experiences. That is, until you say it. The one thing you’re not supposed to say.
Something’s terrifying about this photo
HE THOUGHT he was simply taking a picture of an abandoned motel inside a spooky ghost town. But when he looked closer at it, he couldn’t believe his eyes.
‘Bloody hell, glad you’re OK’
A CLIMBER has been attacked by a bear and took to Facebook to share the result, saying “sorry if you’re squeamish”.
Haunted ghost town on sale for $340,000
THIS town in South Dakota is on the market for a steal — but the thing is, it also comes with some supernatural inhabitants.
‘Mole people’ living underground
IN TUNNELS beneath one of the world’s biggest cities, a forgotten group of “mole people” is said to be hiding. Are the legends true?
What’s so special about this photo?
SOMETHING huge has just happened in this city, and it’s all because of the room seen in this photo. The news has given this “boring” place an ego boost.
Trick to seeing New York you should know
ON A trip to New York, this writer makes a delightful discovery that cut the cost of sightseeing … and the time lining up for attractions.
Photo could crack Alcatraz mystery
RELATIVES say this is the proof that could shatter the notorious prison’s record and solve a 53-year escape puzzle.
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