In the newest episode of our Curious Travels podcast, we trace the tragic string of recent drownings at Lady Bird Lake, laying out the evidence and folklore related to the supposed “Rainey Street Ripper.” Many locals have unanswered questions, and we want to hear from you: Do you think Austin has a serial killer lurking in the shadows?
From True Crime tales both recent and past, to the famed hauntings of the Driscoll Hotel, we share how beneath the surface of one of Texas’ most visited travel destinations lies a history of tragedy that dark tourists can experience today.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
For this Halloween Curious Travels podcast episode, we're blending dark tourism with the purely paranormal. Join us as we journey to Las Vegas to explore Zak Bagans’ Haunted Museum, located at the infamous Wengert Mansion. Once a symbol of 1930s Vegas prosperity, this property is now a labyrinth of notorious artifacts like the Dybbuk Box and Dr. Kevorkian’s Van. We'll also trace the evolution of paid fright experiences, from Victorian ghost shows to the mega-business of modern scream parks. Tune in as we find out how fear has turned into the ultimate form of entertainment.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
Jacksonville in East Texas has a history that runs deep in blood and tragedy. Travel with us in our new episode of Curious Travels, as we uncover the secrets the land holds, including the Killough Massacre and The Circus Riot of 1873. We’ll also share our own haunting experiences during our stay at the 1899 Bolton Street House. From frontier misfortune to cemeteries, Jacksonville is the perfect dark tourist destination. Some folks believe that the land demands to be remembered.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
Step off the cruise ship and onto the dark history of Skagway, Alaska! This picturesque town hides a lawless past defined by the Klondike Gold Rush. In this episode, uncover the story of Native displacement, the rise and violent end of con man "Soapy" Smith, and the mysteries lingering in the infamous red-light district. Skagway isn’t just a scenic stop, it’s a frontier outpost where the past still whispers, and history deepens into lore.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
Behind the magic of The Wizard of Oz lies a story far darker than the yellow brick road suggests. In the latest episode of the Curious Travels podcast by the Morbid Travel Guide, entitled “The Wonderful Women of Oz,” we uncover the force of Maud Gage Baum, the resilient wife who shaped her husband’s work, and the tragic struggles of Judy Garland, forever tied to Dorothy’s ruby slippers. Together, we’ll journey to the final resting places of the first and Second Lady of OZ.
We also expose the hidden dangers of the film itself, where enchanting fantasy was built on life-threatening and often horrifying conditions. Step behind the curtain and discover how Oz has always belonged to its women, and how their haunting legacies still echo just beyond the rainbow.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
Looking for a spooky travel destination? Sometimes the most unsettling places are the ones we carry with us. In our latest Curious Travels podcast episode, "A Dark Guide to Understanding Childhood Haunts and Paranormal Trauma," we’re exploring the lingering effects of unexplained childhood experiences with the paranormal.
Are those shadows and whispers just imagination, or something more? We'll dive into how these early encounters with the unknown can shape our perceptions and leave a lasting imprint on our minds. We'll also share a personal story of a childhood encounter and discuss how revisiting these "haunts" as adults can be a path to healing and understanding.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
Join The Morbid Travel Guide for a new episode of our Curious Travels podcast, where we take you on a haunting journey to Albuquerque, New Mexico.
In this episode, we uncover chilling stories, from the mysteries of the West Mesa Bone Collector to the restless spirits of historic Old Town. Discover why some believe tragedy echoes through the city's skies, and why a famous author's grave holds more than just a memory. If you're ready to explore a city where history and hauntings collide, this episode is for you!
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
Our new podcast episode is out now! This week, we explore the beautiful but deadly Guadalupe River in Texas, where floodwaters can turn from serene to savage in an instant. We also dive into the chilling tale of La Llorona, and the real-life tragedies that have shaped this iconic Texas waterway.
Listen as we recount the harrowing stories of campers and communities impacted by the river's unpredictable power, including the most recent tragic event on July 4, 2025. You'll hear a survivor's firsthand account of the terror, along with a powerful reminder that some stories aren't just myths—they're warnings.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
In this episode, we travel to Pawhuska, where we explore many sites tied to the notorious Osage “Reign of Terror” Murders. Tune in to learn about these atrocious indigenous murders for oil, wealth, indigenous exploitation through guardianship laws, the FBI's first major homicide case, and the enduring spirit of the Osage Nation. Plus, discover how a famous TV personality is connected to this dark chapter of US history.
It's a story of death, destruction, and resilience.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
Have you ever thought of visiting your own grave while examining your life’s eventual end? Confront your mortality with us, and listen to our ad-free episode of, "A Dark Tourist's Guide to Visiting Your Own Grave.”
We're examining end-of-life wishes through the lens of various cultures, religions, and ideals. From Santa Muerte in Mexico City to the Taj Mahal in Agra, India , travel the world with us to explore death and its sacred traditions.
In this episode, Fred will also share his personal end-of-life plan, hoping to inspire others to create their own death plans.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
Calling all curious souls! Season 3 of Curious Travels by The Morbid Travel Guide has officially arrived — and this time, we’re journeying deeper than ever into the world’s most mysterious, eerie, and macabre destinations. 💀🚗🌎🚢
From chilling true crime locations to haunted museums dripping with history, we're uncovering the darker side of travel. Our premiere episode opens with a thought-provoking dive into the Death Positive movement — reminding people to visit unforgettable cemeteries near and far.
We're also thrilled to welcome San Antonio’s own psychic medium, Kate Price (aka Kate the Brave @kate.the.brave), for a captivating conversation about life, death, and what lies beyond. 🗣️🔮
Ready to embrace the strange, the spooky, and the morbid? Listen and subscribe to Season 3 of Curious Travels at morbidtravelguide.com or wherever you get your podcasts!
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
In this special holiday episode, we visit Eastland, Cisco and Grapevine, Texas, small towns with dark stories of Christmases gone wrong. Listen as we dig into the lives and crimes of two Santas with evil intentions.
Tune in to the final episode of Season 2 of our Curious Travels podcast. Thank you for traveling with us to many dark and morbid locations this season. Save the date for season 3, starting May 2025!
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
Join us in this episode as we visit the Grand Canyon. We’ll include all kinds of morbid facts and history, from indigenous displacement, accidental deaths, missing persons, and murder. We’ll also include shocking and haunting lore. This is your morbid travel guide to the Grand Canyon, one of the deadliest wonders of the world.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
In this episode, we visit The Old Zoo Nature Trails in Cisco, TX to explore the abandoned zoo’s inception, demise and haunts. Throughout the world, humanity has always shared a fascination with animals. Sometimes this fascination has proven deadly. Tune in as we uncover the dark and troubling history of zoos and exotic animal trade in America.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
In this episode, we visit “America's First Theme Park,” Knott’s Berry Farm, in Buena Park, California, to explore its colorful history and chilling haunts. Could this theme park be the most haunted in America? What began as a roadside berry stand in 1920 has grown into an iconic destination for nostalgia, thrills and scares. Tune in to also learn all about the Queen of Halloween herself, Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, whose illustrious and scintillating career included 20 seasons as a performer at Knott’s Berry Farm.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
In this episode, we explore the occult and its many ties to the city of Los Angeles, California. From the scandalous story of occultist Jack Parsons, to the satanic visions of famed rockstar David Bowie, we dive into the city’s long history of occult social circles. We also visit the grave of one of the victims of the Manson Family Murders, Sharon Tate. Tune in to learn more about the darker side of LA.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
In this episode, we visit Fort Worth, Texas and tell the story of a city that grew from an army outpost in 1849 to a bustling metropolitan with a rich history of vice, cattle trade and prostitution. Tune in as we explore the tale of Reverend J. Frank Norris, a pastor who became the most popular murderer in Fort Worth. We also visit the graves of notable city figures and share the haunts of the old Fort Worth Stockyards.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
In season 2, episode 7 of our Curious Travels Podcast, we visit Centennial Olympic Park in Atlanta, Georgia to explore the 1996 olympic bombing. We also discuss the haunting side of Coca-Cola as well as the history of Oakland Cemetery.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
Biloxi has a lot to offer the dark tourist. The city and the land surrounding the area are beautiful. But behind the charm of Biloxi persists a dark story. It has a few surprises, from organized crime to death and destruction caused by multiple hurricanes, including Hurricane Katrina. In this episode, we’ll visit the Katrina Memorial, a cemetery with haunting lore and a shipwreck from 1881.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay
In season 2, episode 5 of our Curious Travels Podcast, we visit the Mob Museum, talk about tunnels under the strip, investigate the curse of the Luxor hotel, and account missing persons and murders. We also visit Mandalay Bay, the site of a deadly mass shooting, and investigate and visit the remains of one of the worst hotel fires in American history.
Created by: Fred & Stephen Garza-Guzman
Written by: Fred Garza-Guzman
Edited and Produced by: Stephen Garza-Guzman
Music: Pixabay
Sound Effects: Pixabay