"Ghost tours, witch trials, and Halloween are the first things that come to mind when I think of Salem, Massachusetts. I visited the city for the first time this season, hoping to soak up the New England atmosphere and get into the fall spirit. However, unsurprisingly, I wasn't the only tourist with that idea. Fall is Salem's busiest time of year. Though I visited on a Monday in late September, just before the peak October crowds, I still had a steep learning curve."
"I visited Salem, Massachusetts, for the first time during peak season and made some rookie mistakes. Since I underestimated wait times and crowds, I couldn't do everything I had planned. I should've spent more time learning about the city's history or exploring the waterfront area."
"From crowds to timing, I definitely could've planned better. Here are eight mistakes I would avoid making if I went back."
Salem draws associations with ghost tours, witch trials, and Halloween, making fall the city's busiest season. A first-time visit during peak season resulted in missed activities because of underestimated wait times and heavy crowds. Visiting on a Monday in late September still meant facing substantial tourist numbers and logistical challenges. More time should have been allocated to learning about Salem's history and exploring the waterfront area. Better planning around timing, crowd patterns, and attraction wait times would enable seeing more and reducing stress. A list of eight mistakes to avoid would guide a more successful return visit.
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