By James C. Boyer
Over the last 15 years I have traveled rather extensively across the country and visited numerous Haunted Attractions. In that time I have seen few of what I would call “E Ticket” attractions, (an old Disneyland designation for the top level rides), a few dozen adequate but hopeful events and far too many substandard or less than average Haunts. The best attractions have several things in common, but one element that stands out the most. Realism! The best Haunted Attractions all seem to have vast amounts of detail incorporated into the scenes that helps to suspend the patron’s disbelief. (read more)