MANILA, Philippines - Diamond Hotel Philippines offers its Oz Halloween party on Oct. 27. Kids’ activities include face painting, glitter tattoo, arts and crafts, and families can have their souvenir photos taken at the photo booth. Catch stilt walkers, mime performers, a magic and illusion show, and other live performances. There will be a trick-or-treat (for kids only) around the hotel. Children in costumes will get a chance to win special prizes. Tickets are priced at P800 per person (kids and adults), which includes a snack box and a chance to win great prizes in the grand raffle draw, including a Samsung Galaxy Tab 3. Get complimentary Oz Halloween tickets until Oct. 25 if you avail of the special room rate of P5,800 per night in a Superior Room, which includes buffet breakfast for two at Corniche and one complimentary ticket to the Oz Halloween party. Or opt to stay in a Deluxe Room for only P7,700 per night, which includes buffet breakfast for two at Corniche, a one-hour massage for one person, and one complimentary ticket to the Oz Halloween party.
Diamond Hotel Philippines is located at Roxas Boulevard corner Dr. J. Quintos St., Manila.
For information, call 528-3000.
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Free treats for kids at Gumbo
Gumbo offers free meals, toys and candies for kids in costume from Oct. 27 to 31.
Gumbo is located at SM Mall of Asia, Robinsons Manila Midtown, The Block SM City North EDSA, Atrium Bldg SM Megamall, Gateway Mall Araneta Center and Robinsons Magnolia.
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All Hallow’s Eve at Crowne Plaza Hotel
Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria offers its All Hallow’s Eve for P 5,200+ for a minimum two-night stay. Book from Oct. 31 to Nov. 3 and be treated to loads of freebies. The whole family can enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast for four, high-speed Internet, free Robinsons Movieworld tickets for four, P1,000 gift voucher to spend at Toys R Us and URC Halloween loot bags. On Nov. 2 to 3, Crowne Plaza offers treats for kids: watch your little ones magically transform into their favorite characters with face painting and glitter tattoo. They will also receive URC Halloween loot bags to satisfy their sweet cravings from Star Fruits, Yammy, Star Pops, Wiggles, Cloud 9, Nips, Chooey, Cloud 9 RTD, OMJ, and Choco Knots Blast. Spend your spare time at any of the hotel’s facilities such as the fully equipped gym, spa, and outdoor swimming pool.
For information, call 633-7222 or email cpgm.reservations@ihg.com.
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Free kiddie meal at Burgoo
Burgoo offers treats for all kids who come in Halloween costume from October 27-31. Aside from a free kiddie meal, they will be given bagsful of chocolates and candies. And to complete the ambience, the staff will also put on exciting masks and costumes.
Burgoo is located at T. Morato, Quezon City, 927-7396; Rockwell Center, Makati City, 898-1815; The Podium, Ortigas Center, 687-5565; Promenade, Greenhills, 726-4663; Gateway Mall, Araneta Center, 913-6112; SM Mall of Asia, 556-0091; Robinsons Galleria, Quezon City, 633-6256; The Block, SM City North EDSA, 442-0115; SM City Marikina, SM Southmall in Alabang, 477-1932 and The District in Cavite.
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View allForbidden Forest Halloween at Camp John Hay
The Forest Lodge at Camp John Hay offers a Forbidden Forest Halloween night in Baguio City. The party is set on Nov. 1 at the Forest Slopes of The Forest Lodge fronting the Commissary. The Yin Yang Theory and DJ Noel Ramirez will provide eclectic music. Entrance fee is P100 inclusive of a Bloody Shot and an Apple.
For information, call (074) 422-2075-76/80-81, email theforestlodge@campjohnhayhotels.ph or visit www.campjohnhayhotels.ph.
The Forest Lodge at Camp John Hay is located at Loakan Road, Baguio City.
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Monster invasion at Discovery Suites
Discovery Suites offers its Monster Invasion, a special room package available until Nov. 10. The package includes overnight room accommodations starting at P6,000 for a one-bedroom suite inclusive of breakfast buffet for two at Restaurant 5, and two tickets to the Monster Invasion “Trick or Treat†Halloween Kiddie Party on Oct. 31. The Trick or Treat Halloween Kiddie Party begins with a merienda buffet, hosted games, trick or treat with loot bags, and a tour of Discovery Suites’ Columbus Room where there will be several booths showing kid-friendly ghouls and monsters. Registration starts at 1 p.m. The program starts at 2:30 p.m. Special prizes will be given away to the Best Child and Best Parent in Costume.
For information, call 719-6930-32, 719-8888 or e-mail rsvn@discovery.com.ph.
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House of Horror at Eastwood Richmonde Hotel
Eastwood Richmonde Hotel offers a weekend package and kiddie party for Halloween. Stay at Eastwood Richmonde Hotel from Oct. 30 to Nov. 3 and avail of the Superior Rooms for P4,000. Upgrade the deal and have breakfast with a friend at Eastwood Café for as low as P4,700 for a Superior Room. There is also a “House of Horror, A Kiddie Halloween Party†on Oct. 31 at The Eastwood Café and The Gallery. For only P550, enjoy magic and enchantment, plus some thrills and scares. Activities include a magic show, face painting, a horror house, and a costume parade where the best costumes will get the chance to win hotel gift certificates. There is a merienda buffet and a variety of food cart stations.
Eastwood Richmonde Hotel is located at 17 Orchard Road, Eastwood City, Bagumbayan Quezon City.
For information, call 570-7777 or visit www.richmondehotel.com.
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Boo-fete at Discovery Shores Boracay
Discovery Shores Boracay offers a Monster Halloween party on Oct. 31 at the Beachfront. Games and prizes await kids and adults. The fun begins at 2 p.m. Join the annual Discovery Halloween Costume Parade to win exciting prizes or enter the spooky Monster House at 6:30 p.m. The fee is P650+ per person inclusive of snacks, giveaways and access to the events. For dinner, there is the Halloween “Boo-Fete†at Sands Restaurant for P 1,100+ per person.
For information, call 720-8888, 719-6692 to 6695 or (6336) 288-4500.
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Spooktacular! at Active Fun Bonifacio High Street
Active Fun Bonifacio High Street offers its “Spooktacular Halloween Party†today and Oct. 25 at 3 p.m. at Active Fun Bonifacio High Street, Global City. Fun activities include a trick-or-treat parade, costume contest, mascot and magic show, games and prizes, kiddie snacks, loot bags, raffle, free photos and unlimited play, among others. The costume contests are open to kids up to 12 years old who buy tickets at P550 in Active Fun Bonifacio High Street. One ticket entitles the kid to enter one of the contest categories only. Categories are Spookiest Costume, Cutest Costume, Little Prince and Little Princess Costumes. Each category will have three winners as follows: first place gets a trophy and P2,500 worth of gift packs and gift certificates; second place gets a trophy and P1,500 worth of gift packs and gift certificates; and third place gets a trophy and P1,000 worth of gift packs and gift certificates. Registration is from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on the event day. Judging is from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. only. Tickets are priced at P550 for the general public, P500 for Fun Club Members, and P250 for an adult seat (inclusive of snacks). Ticket is valid for only one day.
Active Fun Bonifacio High Street is located at 9th Avenue corner 28th Street, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.
For information, call 869-0800 / 869-9509, e-mail sales.marketingbhs@activefun.ph, or visit www.activefun.ph.
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Wicked treats at Cravings Shangri-La Plaza
Wicked by Cravings offers specialties like the Reese’s Peanut Butter cupcake covered with peanut butter ganache speckled with more pieces of Reese’s chocolate; the Campfire Chocolate cupcake with marshmallows in milk chocolate ganache; Brookies, a moist brownie and crispy cookie; chili avocado brownies, and more. For savory treats there are Salmon & Dill Quiche, Four Cheese Quiche and Ham, Cheese Quiche and a variety of sandwiches all served with a side salad. Cake offers include Cherry Walnut Cheesecake, Twix Cheesecake, No-Sugar-Added Cheesecake and Butterscotch.
Wicked is on the 5th level, East Wing, Shangri-la Mall, Mandaluyong.
For information, visit the Facebook page facebook.com/wickedbycravings.
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Palawan Shores Boodle at Blackbeard’s Seafood Island
Blackbeard’s Seafood Island offers its newest treat, the Palawan Shores Boodle loaded with grilled shrimps, tahong, halaan, squid, tilapia, steamed crabs, and grilled corn served with clam meat rice. a