Hollywood's Most Dangerous Hotel

Sitting in the midst of the exciting streets of Los Angeles is a small, unassuming hotel that some people out there would probably like to avoid at all costs—the infamous Cecil Hotel. For practically all of its history, many things have gone seriously wrong inside this building. From spooky tragedies to unexplained mysteries, here are disturbing facts about the one and only Cecil Hotel.

AI-generated image of a man getting additional screening from TSA

TRAVEL TIPS

I showed valid ID, but TSA said there was an issue with my name and required additional screening. What can I do if my ID keeps triggering problems?

You show up at the airport, hand over your ID, and expect to move through security like everyone else. Instead, you get pulled aside. The agent says there’s an issue with your name, and suddenly you’re dealing with extra screening, questions, or delays. The good news is there are reasons this happens, and more importantly, there are ways to reduce or even fix the issue.

April 13, 2026 Peter Kinney

AI-generated image of a woman in a wheelchair looking concerned about an inaccessible tour.

TRAVEL TIPS

I booked a tour that was supposed to be “accessible,” but once I arrived there were stairs, uneven terrain, and no accommodations. What can I do?

You chose the tour carefully, and since it was clearly labeled as “accessible,” it felt like a safe bet. But once you arrived, there were stairs you couldn’t navigate, uneven paths that made movement difficult, and no real accommodations in place. The good news is that you’re not stuck just accepting it, and there are ways to push back and protect yourself.

April 13, 2026 Peter Kinney

Stressed Tourist Standing in an Airport Losing Luggage

TRAVEL TIPS

I booked my flight online and showed up on time, but the airline said I didn’t have a ticket. How is that possible?

You did everything right. Booked the flight, got the confirmation email, maybe even picked your window seat. Then you show up at the airport, ready to go—and suddenly the agent tells you there’s no ticket under your name. Not delayed. Not overbooked. Just… not ticketed at all.

April 12, 2026 J. Clarke

Authorities investigating a forest crime scene.

WORLD HISTORY

In 2010, a storm in Ireland uprooted a tree—and revealed a medieval skeleton tangled in its roots, exposing a dark mystery hidden for 800 years.

A 2010 storm in Ireland uprooted an old tree, and revealed a medieval skeleton tangled in its roots—exposing a violent mystery hidden for over 800 years.

April 10, 2026 Allison Robertson

Researchers in England examining ancient human footprints on a beach.

WORLD HISTORY

Coastal erosion in England has exposed ancient human footprints—but they’re washing away fast, making each discovery an “archaeological emergency.”

Ancient human footprints nearly 900,000 years old are being uncovered—and erased—by coastal erosion in England, offering a rare and urgent glimpse into the lives of early humans.

April 10, 2026 Allison Robertson

GUIDES

I have to fly across the world for a sudden death in the family. I booked a cheap "bereavement flight," then the airline discontinued them. What now?

A traveler-friendly guide to what happens when bereavement flights are discontinued, including which airlines still offer them, how to find flexible last-minute fares, and what to do when you need to fly for a family death.

April 10, 2026 Jack Hawkins

Hollywood's Most Dangerous Hotel

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I showed valid ID, but TSA said there was an issue with my name and required additional screening. What can I do if my ID keeps triggering problems?

I booked a tour that was supposed to be “accessible,” but once I arrived there were stairs, uneven terrain, and no accommodations. What can I do?

I booked my flight online and showed up on time, but the airline said I didn’t have a ticket. How is that possible?

In 2010, a storm in Ireland uprooted a tree—and revealed a medieval skeleton tangled in its roots, exposing a dark mystery hidden for 800 years.

Coastal erosion in England has exposed ancient human footprints—but they’re washing away fast, making each discovery an “archaeological emergency.”

I have to fly across the world for a sudden death in the family. I booked a cheap "bereavement flight," then the airline discontinued them. What now?

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Hollywood's Most Dangerous Hotel

Hollywood's Most Dangerous Hotel

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I showed valid ID, but TSA said there was an issue with my name and required additional screening. What can I do if my ID keeps triggering problems?

I booked a tour that was supposed to be “accessible,” but once I arrived there were stairs, uneven terrain, and no accommodations. What can I do?

I booked my flight online and showed up on time, but the airline said I didn’t have a ticket. How is that possible?

In 2010, a storm in Ireland uprooted a tree—and revealed a medieval skeleton tangled in its roots, exposing a dark mystery hidden for 800 years.

Coastal erosion in England has exposed ancient human footprints—but they’re washing away fast, making each discovery an “archaeological emergency.”

I have to fly across the world for a sudden death in the family. I booked a cheap "bereavement flight," then the airline discontinued them. What now?

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