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10/31/2009

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At Island Cove

Hotel and Leisure Park

Island Cove Hotel and Leisure Park, the premiere business and leisure destination in the south, is inviting everyone to “Thrills and Treats,” a costume party on Oct. 31, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Children with the most creative costumes will win exciting prizes. Ticket price is P150 per child and is inclusive of a loot bag, a light snack, and free entrance to the Island Horror House. Only children 12 years old and below may join.

From Oct. 24 to Nov. 2, get your scare fix at Island Cove’s newest Halloween attraction, the Horror House. Children and adults will surely be spooked as they walk through the dark eerie halls of the Horror House. Entrance is free.

The Fishing Village, one of the resort’s restaurants, will be offering a mouthwatering lunch buffet of Filipino delicacies. Enjoy the authentic Filipino dishes while dining in huts on stilts overlooking the Manila Bay. The buffet will be offered from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at P499 per person.

At Discovery Suites

Halloween has never been as spectacular and fun-filled as Discovery Suites’ All Saint’s Day weekend treats. The kids and the kids-at-heart can take a much needed breather and enjoy ushering the spells and thrills of Halloween. The delight begins with Discovery Suites Halloween Suite Packages. From Oct. 30 to Nov. 1, experience the experience Discovery Suites’ brand of hospitality with an overnight stay in a junior suite for only P5,000++, or the plush one bedroom suite for just P6,000++. Enjoy the modern amenities, the superb cuisine and the impeccable hospitality that are unique to Discovery Suites. The Halloween Suite Packages come with added rewards, such as a mouth-watering breakfast buffet for two, discounted massage treatments from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the relaxing Terra Wellness Spa and full access to the exclusive Balance Lifestyle and Fitness Club. What’s more, guests will also get two tickets to Discovery Suites’ Spooktacular, Spooktacular! Halloween party on Oct. 31 at 2:30 p.m. Young and adults alike will get a host of great prizes and surprises. The afternoon bash features an amazing balloon show, a host of exciting games, and a merienda buffet at Restaurant 5.

Joining the fun at Restaurant 5 are the wacky Fun Ranch characters. Kids will get to meet and greet Red The Dog, Skye The Blue Horse, and Sunny The Duck. This activity has been sponsored by Tang, Bates Licensing and Entertainment Inc., Kzone, Disney Princess and more.

And what’s a Halloween party without the traditional Trick or Treat? This time, the activity gets a thrilling twist as kids are taken to one of the guest floors turned creepy haunted area. Kids will have to knock on every door and enter the room to get their bag of treats. Registration for Spooktacular, Spooktacular! starts at 1:30 p.m. with a fee of P595 net per person.

For inquiries and reservations, call Discovery Suites at (63 2) 683-8222.

At Renaissance Hotel

The Renaissance Makati City Hotel, Manila offers a Halloween weekend with a special room package from Oct. 29 to Nov. 2. For a minimum of two nights stay, deluxe room accommodations start at US$70 per night (room only). A maximum of two adults and two children can be accommodated per room. Plus, all kids can get a chance to pick a prize upon check-in. A 33 percent discount is also given an all of the hotel’s restaurants and bars. For those who dine in M2M, Cinnabar, Jasmine and Splash Pool Bar with a minimum P2000, a surprise gift will be given.

This year, the Renaissance Hotel’s theme is autumn with the saeson’s delightful trees and pumpkins welcoming guests at the lobby adding excitement to one of the most awaited holidays. For more information and reservations, call 811-6888.