It’s totally normal and exhilarating to get excited to visit somewhere you’ve never been to before, but thanks to social media it’s also very easy to feel like you’ve been misled or cheated regarding how awesome this place really is. Sometimes Google can be your best friend while planning a trip, but sometimes you can stumble across suggestions that are not really worth your time and money. Sometimes these tourist attractions don’t live up to what we wish they’d be.
Ave Maria Grotto- Alabama
The Ave Maria Grotto is just four acres filled with tiny holy places and statues of religious figures. It’s basically a miniature city meant to attract those dedicated to religion, and it might be a bit too much for young kids or those who aren’t so into learning about religious history. After taking a few photos and walking around, you won’t find much else to do except to stay and pray.
Ave Maria Grotto- Alabama
The North Pole- Alaska
Don’t worry, the real North Pole is definitely not an overrated tourist attraction, but this fake Christmas town in Alaska is. The North Pole is definitely a tourist trap; you won’t find any native Alaska residents coming here on their weekends. There isn’t much to do or see here, and in the winter it’s absolutely freezing in Alaska anyway.
The North Pole- Alaska
