FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 30th, 2024
South County’s Seaside Shadows Haunted History Tours Earns Top Spot in USAToday’s 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards
Ranked #3 Best Ghost Tour in the Nation, Top on the East Coast
Seaside Shadows Haunted History Tours of Mystic, CT and Westerly, RI has been named one of the top ghost tours in the country, securing the #3 spot in the prestigious USAToday 10Best Reader’s Choice Awards. As the highest-ranking tour in New England and along the East Coast, this is a significant achievement for Seaside Shadows in their first national nomination and win.
Founded by author and historian Courtney McInvale in 2013, Seaside Shadows offers a unique blend of historical accuracy, local legend, and paranormal lore across the storied shores of Mystic, Connecticut, and Westerly, Rhode Island. McInvale’s passion for weaving history with the supernatural has propelled Seaside Shadows into the national spotlight, earning acclaim for its authentic and immersive experiences.
USAToday describes Seaside Shadows as a premier tour operator that “blends history with the occult on guided tours,” offering everything from downtown walking tours to spirit-themed pub crawls. Each tour reflects an affinity for the paranormal, providing participants with a unique and engaging perspective on New England’s rich history.
“This is an incredible honor for our small business,” says McInvale. “Seaside Shadows began as a grassroots effort, and to now be recognized nationally alongside some of the best ghost tours in the country is a testament to our team’s dedication to storytelling, history, and the supernatural. We are proud to represent New England and excited to continue sharing our region’s haunted past with guests from near and far.”
“South County is full of haunted history and having taken this tour, myself, it’s truly a wonderful, spooky experience and a great activity for visitors to the region, big congrats,” says Louise Bishop, president of South County Tourism Council.
As a woman-owned small business, Seaside Shadows remains committed to offering high-quality, historically grounded tours with a focus on community engagement and visitor experience.
For more information about Seaside Shadows Haunted History Tours or to book a tour, visit www.seasideshadows.com.
Contact:
Courtney McInvale
Seaside Shadows Haunted History Tours
Phone: 860-754-8923 Email: courtney@seasideshadows.com
Website: www.seasideshadows.com
About South County Tourism Council: The South County Tourism Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the towns of Charlestown, Coventry, East Greenwich, Exeter, Hopkinton, Narragansett, North Kingstown, Richmond, South Kingstown, West Greenwich and Westerly as a single leisure travel destination known as “South County”. For more information, please visit southcountyri.com.
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