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With Halloween coming up, everyone's getting into the spooky spirit. Yards are decorated with skeletons, jack-0-lanterns, and fake spider webs. Haunted houses welcome daring guests. If you are feeling brave, check out these haunted places in Fredericksburg, Texas, area for a spooky time. more Historic Fredericksburg Ghost Tours For a full history of the spookiness in the historic area of Fredericksburg, take a 90-minute guided walking tour. For just $20 per person, you can walk along East Main Street and North Washington Street around the cemetery starting at the Nimitz Museum. Guests have taken creepy photos during the tours over the years. Tour spots are available by phone or by visiting the website. Bring along some wine or beer and enjoy a creepy one-mile walk with friends. Baby Head Cemetery Just a 50-minute drive north of Fredericksburg, you'll find Baby Head Cemetery. Yes, it's as creepy as it sounds. The story behind this haunted spot is quite sad. The legend is that in the 1850s a baby girl was kidnapped and beheaded. Her abductors allegedly dug her a grave in the cemetery, giving it its name. Many locals have said they can hear crying noises as they walk the cemetery. If you decide to visit this spot, be sure to bring a companion or two. Enchanted Rock State Natural Area The Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is only a 20-minute drive away and has been the site of many reported supernatural experiences in the past. Native American tribes that used to live in the area believed that spirits lived inside the mountain, which is why it is called "enchanted rock." Some visitors have reported seeing floating lights around the rock. Some say that these lights are the spirits of human sacrifices offered on the rock. As legend has it, the rock even moans at night. Kerr County Courthouse The Kerr County Courthouse also has a tragic story attached to its haunting. A long time ago, a couple was fighting near the courthouse at a drive-in movie theater. The boyfriend is said to have locked his girlfriend in the theater's concession stand and burned it down. Afterward, he apparently hung himself on a tree outside of the courthouse. Locals have reported seeing the ghost of a man hanging in the tree and a girl running around it. Some have said that they can hear the couple arguing nearby. This haunted spot is just 30 minutes southwest of Fredericksburg. The Devil's Backbone If you're looking for a creepy drive, you should head to Blanco, TX, and drive along what's called the Devil's Backbone. This is a limestone ridge that stretches all the way to Wimberly. With the rich history of this area, there's plenty of potential for hauntings. Local ranchers say that you can see ghosts of Confederate soldiers and Native Americans. Drive along this section of Highway 32 at night for a fright. Get into the spooky Halloween mindset this fall by creating your own ghost tour. Visit these nearby haunted places with friends for a fright and a walk through the history of Fredericksburg and the Texas Hill Country.   Image via Pixabay by PublicDomainPictures

As life is full of stress and busy days, we need to remember to take some time to get away from it all with that special person. Here are five romantic places around Fredericksburg, Texas, where you can enjoy some relaxing time away with someone you love. more Rose Hill Manor Escape to a beautiful old manor in the heart of the Texas Hill Country when you book a room at Rose Hill Manor. Rooms are romantic and charming with several different options to choose from. Magnolia Hall Ultra Suites are new and take design cues from the famous Magnolia designs by Johanna Gaines. These suites include full kitchens with farmhouse sinks, bathrooms with Jacuzzi tubs, and king size beds. If you're looking for more privacy, you can book one of their individual cottages. True to the bed and breakfast name, Rose Hill offers three-course breakfast available every morning during your stay. You can enjoy classic dishes like omelets, French toast, and eggs benedict. Indulge with some of their extra amenities like fresh flowers, in-room wine service, and chocolate-covered strawberries. Magnolia House Another great bed and breakfast option in Fredericksburg is Magnolia House. This getaway option offers special packages like the Wine and Dine package, which include tours of three Texas wineries, or the Capture the Romance package, which includes flowers and chocolate or champagne and chocolate delivered to your room. Book the Bluebonnet Suite for a private bath, hardwood floors, and other romantic amenities. Cotton Gin Village At Cotton Gin Village, you can enjoy a more rustic romantic getaway in one of their private lodges. Cabins feature cozy amenities like stone fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, and modern kitchens. Just a few steps away is the Cabernet Grill where you can choose from a full menu of locally sourced foods, wine from Texas vineyards, and meals prepared with spices from their very own herb garden. Miraval Austin Staying at the Miraval Resort in Austin is worth the two-hour drive. This place is a romantic getaway that will make you and your partner feel like celebrities. Choose between available suites, guest rooms, and private lodges for your accommodations. Features like outdoor showers, Tibetan singing bowls, and room service delivering healthy gourmet meals are just some of the things you won't forget. Escondida Resort Located in Medina, just under an hour from Fredericksburg, the Escondida Resort treats guests to amenities that are sure to melt away the stresses of everyday life. Guest rooms include gas fireplaces, private balconies or patios, and top-notch housekeeping services. Book a room for the weekend with someone special and take advantage of the available spa services during your stay. Go for a swim in the pool, relax in the hot tub, and enjoy a soothing body treatment or facial. On-site activities include Plein air painting and birdwatching. Whether you're looking for a way to celebrate an anniversary, birthday, or another special occasion, Fredericksburg and the surrounding areas have a lot to offer. Plan your getaway today.   Image via Pixelbay by Nietjuh

The Chrysler Pacifica is a family-friendly, tech and convenience packed minivan. It has seating for up to seven passengers, a large cargo area, and a full suite of available safety features. Here are some reasons your family will love the Chrysler Pacifica. Entertainment Technology The Pacifica comes with the Uconnect infotainment system with easy to use controls and smartphone integration. The Premium Audio package gets you an 8.4-inch touch screen, a 13-speaker stereo system, and extra USB ports. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, and depending on the trim, you'll get voice controls and 4G LTE Wi-Fi. Satellite radio, a power liftgate, and an extra charge-only USB port are also available. more Storage Space Chrysler's Stow 'n Go system is unique to the Pacifica. This system enables the second-row seats to fold down into the floor, which creates a flat cargo area. When the seats are up, there's extra storage space in the floor so you can keep items out of the way until you need them. Safety Features All Pacifica models come standard with a rearview camera, and if you add the Advanced SafetyTec Group, it comes with several driver aids. This package includes automatic high beams, front parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, forward collision warning with an automatic emergency braking system, a top-down parking camera, and lane departure warning. You can also get an automated parking system. There's a lot to love about the Chrysler Pacifica. From the tech to the safety and the spacious cabin, there's something for everyone in the family.   Image via Chrysler.com

Halloween is just around the corner and it's time for both kids and adults to think about how they'll celebrate it. Its large variety of traditions and cultures makes the state of Texas home to plenty of fun and exciting Halloween activities for everyone to enjoy, and this year is no different. 9th Annual Houston Halloween Festival This amazing Halloween festival is a fun experience for people of all ages. Attendees will be treated to thrilling live music shows, food trucks serving delicious dishes, beer tents, art vendors, costume contests for kids, and plenty of Halloween fun. All proceeds from this event go to the Too Ghoul For School Scholarship Fund, which helps students, teachers, and other charities all over the state of Texas. more Historic Galveston Ghost Tours Halloween is all about having a scary good time and there's nothing scarier than a ghost tour. This fascinatingly frightening tour lasts for an hour and a half and features some local ghost stories that are sure to raise the hairs on the back of your neck. Get ready to explore a cemetery with more than 10,000 undead souls who can't find their peace and are absolutely dying to meet you. Screams and Nightmares: Halloween Ball If you're looking to fully get into the Halloween spirit but you're also in the mood for partying, Houston National Museum of Funeral History's Halloween ball has everything you need. The only way to get to the dance floor is by walking through their terrifying haunted house, but once you get there you will have an amazing time, thanks to the live DJ, two bars, and overall great atmosphere. Port Isabel's Day of the Dead Celebration Many Mexican traditions have found their way to Texas, and the yearly Day of the Dead celebrations are some of the most popular. Several Southern Texas towns celebrate it every year around Halloween, but the historic Texan town of Port Isabel arguably has the most unique of them all. Brightly-colored skeletons will be everywhere, along with street dancers, food vendors, and many people in scary costumes. The festivities start in late October and last until November 2. Boo at the Zoo Many zoos across Texas celebrate Halloween by hosting the Boo at the Zoo celebration. Zoos such as the ones in Fort Worth, Houston, Dallas, Waco, Bryan, and more will feature special festivities that include carnival games, hayrides, face painting, lots of Halloween candy, haunted houses, and plenty of other fun scary activities that kids will surely remember for a long time. The unique mix of a zoo environment and Halloween activities make the Boo at the Zoo events very popular with residents all over Texas. Halloween is a special holiday, one where we face our fears and inner demons, only to come out of it stronger and with a bag full of candy. By visiting any of the places on this list you and your friends or family are guaranteed to have an amazing time while getting scared and scaring others in the process. Some rights reserved by Joe Shlabotnik