Travel to these ghostly haunts

Various places around the world are home to spooky tales and locations that are purported to be visited by spirits. Paranormal activity attracts visitors excited by the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the unknown and the unexpected. Ghosts and hauntings simultaneously frighten and excite.

While many people grow up listening to ghost stories and scary tales, few take to the road to witness potentially haunted sites. A haunted Halloween road trip can help fuel ghostly interests. Here are a few places to include on your journey.

Banff Springs Hotel

This hotel in Alberta, Canada, was built more than 125 years ago as a luxury stop for train travelers. It’s rumored to be one of the most haunted places in Canada. One of the most popular of all the haunting reports involves former bellman Sam McCauley. McCauley served at the hotel during the 1960s and 1970s, and some people insist they still see him to this day. He likes to help guests up to their rooms, dressed in his 1960s uniform, often turning on lights and opening locked doors. If you try to tip or make conversation with Sam, he vanishes.

The Crescent Hotel

Located in Eureka Springs, Ark., the Crescent Hotel is often referred to as the most haunted hotel in America. The property is said to be haunted by sev-