'Tis the season for haunted house tours. While they've been around for years, the technology put into these attractions has increased tremendously. From stuffed and stationary zombies to animatronic creatures of every type, the industry is becoming something of a monster itself -- and the rising ticket prices reflects this, sometimes costing upwards of $50.
One of the more recent innovations is the addition of ambient odors to "enhance" the experience. AromaPrime, a UK company, specializes in the development and distribution of "immersive themed scents" to haunted attraction entrepreneurs with aromas like Burning Witch, Blocked Urinal, Sewer and Rotting Flesh, all designed to be delivered through special pumps, just like your household air freshener except with a little kick.
This article from the WALL STREET JOURNAL explains further:
And if you thought your Halloween candy cost a little more this year . . .
I am not a fan of haunted houses and now I have yet one more reason to stay far away. Yuck!
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