# Creepy Tourist Attractions Mexico's Island of the Dolls Celebrates Decaying Toys By Cowbag | Published 2009-04-18 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/island-of-decaying-dolls-mexicos-spooky-tourist-attraction References: [mexicovacationtravels](http://www.mexicovacationtravels.com/ruins/isla-de-las-munecas-mexicos-island-of-the-dolls.html) The Mexican Island of the Dolls is essentially an island covered in the [corpses of dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inedible-doll) in varying states of decay. These dolls hang from trees by the hundreds. The background to this attraction is steeped in superstition. It's said that three girls were visiting the island and one drowned. Her spirit haunted the island. Don Julian put up a doll to ward off the spirit, and these dolls have simply increased in number over time. I think I would have to head to the Island of the Dolls if I ever [traveled to Mexico](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-casa-de-la-playa)--although I'm quite sure I'd be afraid to do so. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 95% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Dark Tourism:** Exploring creepy and macabre tourist attractions, such as the Mexican Island of the Dolls, is a rising trend in the travel industry. - **Haunted Attractions:** Creating immersive and terrifying experiences, like the Island of the Dolls, is a popular trend in the entertainment industry. - **Superstitious Tourism:** Visiting destinations with supernatural or paranormal associations, such as the Island of the Dolls, is a growing trend in the tourism sector. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Travel and Tourism:** The travel industry can offer unique experiences, like the Island of the Dolls, to cater to the increasing demand for dark tourism. - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry can capitalize on the popularity of haunted attractions, like the Island of the Dolls, by providing unique and immersive experiences. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and accommodations near creepy tourist attractions, such as the Island of the Dolls, can attract visitors looking for unique and thrilling experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Festive Día de Muertos-Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/da-de-muertos-dolls.md) - [Collectible Mexican Holiday Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbie-2023-da-de-muertos-doll.md) - [Charming Creepy Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deddy-bears.md) - [Mythological Two-Piece Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corazon-marikit-doll.md) - [Paranormal Fashion Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/annabelle-doll.md) - [Creepy Severed Hand Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wednesday-thing.md) - [Glamorous Goth Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-high-skullector-elvira.md) - [Fashionable Zombie Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zombaes-critter-chaos.md) - [Horror-Themed Overnight Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warner-bros-icons-of-horror.md)