There are certain myths which have captured our imaginations over the centuries, remaining popular to this day. Sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, for example, are still regularly reported.
Do you see yourself as something of an investigator? If so, what could be better than taking a road trip to one of these iconic mythical locations – and seeing if you can spot its infamous resident creature?
From the more legendary inhabitants such as Nepal’s Yeti or ‘abominable snowman’ and Romania’s vampires, to the lesser-known Yacumama of Brazil and skin-walker of Colorado, the world is your oyster when it comes to mythical beasts.
Going creature-hunting is a great way to see parts of the world you wouldn’t necessarily normally consider visiting, too. Transylvania, for example, is an extremely beautiful mountainous area, and boasts the famous Bran Castle – Dracula’s home in Bram Stoker’s novel.
Colorado, meanwhile, is not just home to the so-called skin-walkers – it also features sights of astounding beauty, such as Pikes Peak and the Garden of the Gods, and it’s a great place for activities like rafting and skiing.
Of course, a key part of any road trip, no matter which mythical creature excites you most, is the car itself. Being able to rent a car with speed and ease makes arranging your road trip a whole lot simpler, and allows you to concentrate on researching your chosen destination (AKA reading up on urban legends!).
So if you fancy taking a road trip to the home of a mythical creature, check out Expedia’s map and discover the background of each myth, as well as where to stay, how to get there, and other attractions you can visit in the area. The road to discovery starts here!