Hotel Secrets & Legends Season 1 Episode 2 Deceptive Doctor, Portland Underground, Civil War Smackdown
- TV-PG
- April 13, 2014
- 42 min
In "Hotel Secrets & Legends" season 1 episode 2, viewers are taken on an immersive journey through a trio of distinctively intriguing tales. The first centers around a doctor whose duplicitous nature led to notoriety at the historic and luxurious Mission Inn Resort & Spa in California. As the episode unfolds, it reveals the depths to which this physician would go to exploit his patients to feed his insatiable gambling habit. But the hotel has some secrets of its own, as the legend tells of a ghostly presence that continues to haunt the halls to this day.
The story then moves to the Portland Underground, also known as the "Shanghai Tunnels," where guests of the McMenamins Crystal Hotel can explore the dark history of this labyrinthine space and the unsavory practices that conspired down within its depths. Discover the truth about the city's notorious "white slavery" trade, which saw unsuspecting men and women lured into its clutches and sold into forced labor. But be forewarned: the hotel and its tunnels are said to hold many secrets, with more than a few ghostly encounters reported by staff and guests alike.
The final segment of the episode takes us to the Gettysburg Hotel in Pennsylvania, a venue frequented by Civil War generals, presidents, and perhaps even a few ghosts from that era. Experience the intense struggles that unfolded on the battlefield, then the peace that was brokered and celebrated at this iconic getaway. But there is more to this story than just a few tales of war-torn heroes. The Gettysburg Hotel is home to a dark legend, one that tells of a smackdown between a Union and Confederate officer that still echoes throughout its halls.
Throughout it all, "Hotel Secrets & Legends" provides stunning visuals and meticulously researched details that bring these stories to life, giving viewers an immersive and unforgettable journey into the heart of some of the most fascinating and mysterious hotels in the world. From tragic tales of human trafficking and gambling addiction to the legacy of Civil War generals and the ghosts that still roam the halls of these iconic venues, this episode offers a rich tapestry of unforgettable experiences that are sure to leave you captivated and spellbound.