Oct. 16, 2024

138. Out of This World Travel - UFO Hotspots and Alien Adventures

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Journey Joe Mitchell takes listeners on an otherworldly adventure exploring America's top UFO hotspots and alien-themed attractions. From the infamous crash site in Roswell, New Mexico, to the mysterious Area 51 in Nevada, this episode covers must-visit destinations for both UFO enthusiasts and curious travelers alike. Discover the alien lore of Sedona's energy vortexes, the Pacific Northwest's M-Triangle, and Pennsylvania's "Other Roswell." Whether you're a believer or a skeptic, these unique travel experiences promise out-of-this-world fun and unforgettable memories. Buckle up and keep your eyes on the skies as we blast off into an extraterrestrial tourism adventure!

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Calarogus Shark Media.

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Hey there, fellow travelers, this is Journey Joe Mitchell, and

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you're listening to. Travel is back, your guide to the

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best destinations and experiences for regular folks like you and me. Today,

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we're embarking on a journey that's truly out of this

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world as we explore some of the most famous and

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infamous UFO hotspots and alien themed attractions across the United States. Now,

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whether you're a die hard believer in extraterrestrial life or

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just someone looking for a unique travel experience, these destinations

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offer something for everyone. So buckle up, keep your eyes

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on the skies, and let's blast off into our alien adventure.

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Our first stop has to be Roswell, New Mexico, the

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granddaddy of all UFO destinations. This small town shot to

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fame in nineteen forty seven when a mysterious object crashed

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on a nearby ranch, sparking decades of conspiracy theories in

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alien lore. Here's what you can't miss in Roswell, the

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International UFO Museum and Research Center. This is ground zero

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for all things extraterrestrial. In Roswell, the museum covers the

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famous nineteen forty seven incident in detail and houses a

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vast collection of UFO related exhibits. It's a great place

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to start your alien adventure and get some context for

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the town's obsession with other worldly visitors. For a deeper

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dive into the local lore, book a guided tour. These

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tours will take you to key locations related to the

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nineteen forty seven incident, including the alleged crash site. If

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you can plan your visit around the first week of July,

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when Roswell goes all out with its UFO festival, expect

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costume contests, alien parades, and guest lectures from UFO researchers. Remember, folks,

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Roswell fully embraces its alien identity, so don't be surprised

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to see little green men everywhere on street corners, in

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shop windows, and even on the local McDonald's, which is

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shaped like a flying saucer. Next up, we're heading to

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Nevada to explore the area around the infamous Area fifty one.

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Now I need to be clear. Area fifty one itself

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is a highly classified United States Air Force facility and

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you absolutely cannot visit it, but the surrounding area has

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become a mecca for UFO enthusiasts and conspiracy theorists. Here's

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what you can explore the Extraterrestrial Highway. This ninety eight

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mile stretch of Nevada State Route three hundred and seventy

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five got its nickname due to numerous UFO sightings in

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the area. It's a scenic drive through the desert with

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several quirky alien themed stops along the way. Little Aley

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Inn in Rachel this tiny town is the closest you

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can get to Area fifty one. The Little Alien is

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part restaurant, part gift shop, and part unofficial UFO information center.

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It's a great place to grab a bite, pick up

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some alien souvenirs, and chat with fellow enthusiasts. The Area

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fifty one Alien Center located in Amargosa Valley. This combo

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gas station, alien themed gift shop and diner is a

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popular stop for tourists. Don't miss the giant alien statue

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out front. It's a great photo op. The National Atomic

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Testing Museum. While not strictly alien related, this Las Vegas

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Museum has an Area fifty one Myth or Reality exhibit

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that's worth checking out. It offers a more grounded historical

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perspective on the secretive base. Remember the area around Area

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fifty one is remote desert terrain. Make sure your vehicle

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is in good condition, you have plenty of water and snacks,

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and you respect all no trespassing signs. The truth may

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be out there, but it's not worth getting arrested over.

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Our next destination takes us to the Red Rocks of Sedona, Arizona.

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While Sedona is known for its stunning landscapes and New

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Age spirituality, it's also a hotspot for UFO sightings and

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believers in extraterrestrial visitations. Here's what to check out in Sedona.

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Several companies offer nighttime UFO watching tours. These tours take

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you out to dark sky locations where guides use night

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vision goggles to help spot strange lights in the sky.

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Sedona is famous for its vortexes, areas of concentrated spiritual

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and metaphysical energy. While not directly related to aliens, many

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believers think these vortexes might be connected to extraterrestrial activity.

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Popular vortex sites include Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, and Airport

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Mesa Chapel of the Holy Cross. This stunning church built

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into the Red Rocks is an alien themed but its

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unique architecture has led some to claim it was inspired by,

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or even built by, extraterrestrials. Try the Sedona Heritage Museum

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for a more grounded perspective. Visit this museum to learn

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about the area's history, including its long relationship with Hollywood

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and Western films. Whether or not you spot a UFO,

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Sodona's breathtaking scenery and unique atmosphere make it a worthy

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addition to any Southwest road trip. Let's head up to

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the evergreen forests of Washington State, where we find a

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lesser known but fascinating UFO hotspot called the m Triangle

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or Mel's Triangle, named after researcher Mel Waters. This area

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near Mount Rainier has been the site of numerous UFO

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sidings and strange occurrences. Here's what you can explore. The

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Enlightened Contact with Extraterrestrial Intelligence Ranch offers ce five close

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Encounters of the Fifth kind experiences. They host regular skywatching

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events and claim to use meditation to make contact with

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extraterrestrial beings. Mount Rainier National Park. This stunning national park

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is not only a natural wonder, but also the site

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of the famous Kenneth Arnold UFO siding in nineteen forty seven,

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which kicked off the modern UFO era. Trout Lake is

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a small town near the Acedi Ranch, embraces its connection

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to UFO lore. It's a great base for exploring the

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area and chatting with locals about their experiences. Mount Adams

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is another beautiful natural attraction. Mount Adams is often mentioned

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in local UFO sidings. You can hike or simply admire

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it from afar. Remember this area is known for its

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natural beauty as much as its UFO activity, so even

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if you don't spot any alien craft, you're sure to

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have a great outdoor adventure. Before we wrap up, I

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want to mention one more destination for the dedicated UFO tourist. Kexsburg, Pennsylvania,

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often called the Other Roswell. Kexburg was the site of

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a mysterious incident in nineteen sixty five when an acorn

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shaped object reportedly crashed in the woods. If you're in

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the area, check out the Kexburg UFO Monument. A full

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size replica of the alleged craft sits in the middle

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of town, making for a great photo op. The Kexburg

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Volunteer Fire Department houses a small museum dedicated to the

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incident and sells UFO themed merchandise to raise funds. While

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Kexburg might not warrant a special trip on its own,

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it's an interesting stop if you're traveling through Pennsylvania. Well,

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fellow travelers, we've covered a lot of ground and maybe

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even some space on this extraterrestrial tour of America. Whether

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you believe in aliens or not, these destinations offer unique

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experiences that combine natural beauty, local history, and the enduring

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human fascination with the unknown. Remember, the best part of

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these UFO themed trips isn't necessarily spotting something in the sky.

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It's the fun of the hunt, the quirky attractions, and

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the interesting people you'll meet along the way. Who knows,

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maybe you'll come back a believer. Before we sign off,

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Until next time, keep your eyes on the skies, your

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mind open, and your travel bags ready. This is journey

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Joe Mitchell reminding you that whether you're traveling across the

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country or across the galaxy, the journey is always the

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best part of the adventure. Safe travels everyone

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