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History, Travel

Chasing Vampires in NOLA with Haunted History Tours

by Jennifer Vasquez3 Comments on Chasing Vampires in NOLA with Haunted History Tours
Vamp Jenn at the gates of Jackson Square
Vamp Jenn at the gates of Jackson Square

Some believe real vampires have inhabited New Orleans for hundreds of years, emerging at night to seek out fresh prey. Author Anne Rice put these nocturnal creatures right on the map in NOLA when she penned her Vampire Chronicles. There’s no question that the city is laden with vampiric mythos, and like the vampire enthusiast I am, I had to book the vampire tour offered by Haunted History Tours. To top it off, I partook in the experience on All Hallows’ Eve!

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Culture, Travel

Exploring New Orleans’ Unique Cemeteries

by Jennifer Vasquez3 Comments on Exploring New Orleans’ Unique Cemeteries
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1
St. Louis Cemetery No. 1

One of New Orleans’ distinct characteristics is its cemeteries. Mausoleums populate the landscapes of the city’s graveyards, encapsulating the remains of families, notable individuals, and numerous citizens. During my trip to NOLA, I had the opportunity to visit a couple of historic burial sites—St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 and Metairie Cemetery. I was in awe of the elaborate architecture and sentimental significance behind these landmarks of death.

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holidays, Lifestyle

Macabre Holiday Gift Guide 2025

by Jennifer Vasquez2 Comments on Macabre Holiday Gift Guide 2025
Macabre Holiday Gift Guide 2025
Macabre Holiday Gift Guide 2025

At Vamp Jenn’s Corner, we find a way to make every holiday strange and unusual…even Xmas! If you dread having to come up with gift ideas for family and friends, you’re not alone. While shopping can be a drag, I enjoy finding unique items to share in my annual Macabre Holiday Gift Guide. It’s a helpful resource if you’re searching for things that are creative and different. I’m highlighting a whole new collection of pieces from small businesses. Take a look and see what spellbinding treasures you find for the special people in your life.  You may even be tempted to add some of these to your holiday wish list. Merry Creepmas!

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entertainment, Events, holidays, Lifestyle, Nightlife, Travel

Odd & Macabre Events 2025

by Jennifer Vasquez5 Comments on Odd & Macabre Events 2025
Vamp Jenn in her coffin at Dark Harbor

While one year has gone, another has begun. That means it’s time to look ahead to see what spooky surprises 2025 has in store. Every year on Vamp Jenn’s Corner, I like to compile a list of events that are taking place worldwide throughout the course of the next 12 months. My Odd & Macabre Events Calendar highlights all sorts of gatherings that fall under the strange and unusual umbrella. My hope is that it makes it easier to discover spooky events happening near you.

I include horror cons, immersive experiences, macabre holidays, dark art exhibits, Halloween haunts, and so much more. Some events are returning, so you may have seen them on my past calendars. I try to feature as many things as possible that take place across the globe, so a variety of locations are covered. I also do my best to keep this post updated and add more functions as I learn about them. Here’s a taste of what morbid and bizarre happenings you can expect in 2025. Bookmark and share this page and enjoy!

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Culture, History, holidays

10 Sinister Facts About Krampus

by Jennifer Vasquez7 Comments on 10 Sinister Facts About Krampus
This photo and top image by Alessio Zaccaria on Unsplash
This photo and top image by Alessio Zaccaria via Unsplash

It may be difficult for some to believe that the holidays have a dark side, but they do and Krampus is legendary proof. Tales of the demonic figure have existed for centuries, and his origins are shrouded in mystery. However, scholars have managed to uncover a few essential facts over time and truth be told, he’s more popular now than ever. Brace yourself because I’m about to divulge a few ghastly details about this demon of Christmas.    

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Lifestyle, spirituality

Practicing Magickal Self-Care

by Jennifer Vasquez7 Comments on Practicing Magickal Self-Care

Photo by Soulful Stock
Photo by Soulful Stock

When I initially wrote this blog post, we were half-way through 2020. At the time, my mind flashed back to the moment I was excitedly counting down to the New Year, having no clue the months ahead would drastically transform humanity’s existence. That year challenged us significantly, to say the least—first with the global pandemic and then, with the call to action to take an active stance against racism.

Major shifts can send anyone into overload, and there comes a point when you need to stop and center yourself. Change and challenges are an inevitable and a natural part of existence. They’re what help us grow, and what matters is how we react to them. So, what are some of the best ways you can decompress when life becomes heavy? I’m going to share a few tips, from doing the one card Tarot pull to attending spiritual classes. Continue reading “Practicing Magickal Self-Care” →