Are you tired of pumpkins, ghosts and trick-or-treating? Or are you just generally easily spooked? For those who are tired of guides to the world's most haunted places, momondo has scanned the globe to find four international destinations where you can escape everything Halloween has to offer.
1. Travel where Halloween isn't the greatest experience
Halloween is a holiday that is celebrated in different ways around the world, but first on the list we find a destination where Halloween is not actually considered a “holiday” – namely Iceland. Known for its fantastic Northern Lights and its glorious winter climate, the capital Reykjavik can be described as a city of light and magic. The whole country offers beautiful nature to explore and during a walk along the waterfront you can admire, among other things, the impressive sculpture Sólfarið.
2. Find the light in Santorini
For those afraid of the dark, Santorini is the perfect escape. The island is awash with light, and the whitewashed houses offer a safe and shiny place where scary ghosts seem rare. Here you can enjoy the autumn warmth on the golden sands of Perissa, and end the day watching the sunset from a rooftop restaurant.
3. Swap horror for island life in Portugal
Although Portugal celebrates Halloween, a trip to the Azores, located far out in the Atlantic Ocean, can be the perfect escape for the easily spooked. Far from Halloween celebrations and scary stories, the Azores offer beautiful nature, hot springs and volcanic landscapes. These natural wonders exude a peaceful atmosphere where travelers can enjoy relaxing activities such as hiking, diving and whale watching. The beauty and tranquility of these islands take your mind off scary themes and focus instead on the harmony of nature.
4. Holy land free of spirits in Vatican City
If you believe that spirits are religious in nature, you can head to Vatican City. As the seat of the Catholic Church and the residence of the Pope, it is considered one of the holiest places on earth. With centuries of religious ceremonies and spiritual purity, you can be sure that demons and evil spirits will not dare to approach this place. Here you can enjoy the most spiritual atmosphere in history and explore both St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the world's largest collection of religious art - protected from demonic occurrences.
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