Halloween : A night of magic and thrills

Halloween, celebrated the 31 October, is much more than just a fancy dress party. It’s an event steeped in history, myths and rituals that arouse fascination and curiosity. Its name is derived from “All Hallow Ween” meaning “eve of the feast of all saints”. This name marks the transition to winter and evokes a deep respect for the spirit world.

Haunting Origins of Halloween

The roots of Halloween lie in ancient Celtic traditions. This in particular the Samhain festival, which celebrated the end of the harvest and the beginning of the Celtic year. The Celts believed that that evening, the boundary between the world of the living and the dead was thinning, allowing the souls of the deceased to return. Legend has it that ghosts took advantage of this opportunity to visit the living. To protect yourself from spirits, they resorted to various rituals, including wearing terrifying costumes. With the emergence of Christianity, these beliefs have become integrated into Christian celebrations, especially on All Saints’ Day, creating a rich cultural mix still visible today.

Modern customs and traditions

Today, Halloween is a vibrant holiday, where young and old indulge in captivating rituals. Children, disguised as monsters, witches or superheroes, roam the streets shouting “trick or treat !” This tradition, known as “Trick or Treat”, finds its roots in the “souling”, where the poor asked for food in exchange for prayers for souls. Decorations, with of the jack-o'-lantern illuminated, add a magical touch to October evenings. Activities like candy hunts and costume parties create a festive atmosphere, inviting everyone to participate in this celebration.

Halloween and All Saints' Day : A spiritual connection

Halloween’s proximity to All Saints’ Day highlights a deep spiritual connection. As Halloween celebrates spirits and life, All Saints' Day honors the deceased. These two celebrations, although distinct, intertwine in the same desire to remember the deceased while celebrating life. The varied traditions, offerings of flowers at meals in memory of the deceased, illustrate the cultural richness of this period. Set, they create a unique atmosphere of reflection and conviviality, mixing respect and joy.

Come experience a night of thrills and mysteries this Friday November 1st 2024 from 7:30 p.m. at Coco Lodge Majunga ! Prepare to be amazed by a scary fashion show by Ykyre Agency Majunga, a monster dance show by OASIS DANCE & companies, and captivating live performances by Mifa Groupe. Without forgetting makeup offered by BEL REGARA BEAUTY to complete your transformation !

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We are currently a “One-Stop-Shop”, we offer the possibility to all our clients to carry out their entire project by being their unique interface in one and the same place :

• One hôtel★★★ with 18 spacious comfortable rooms,
• One gourmet restaurant offering Malagasy cuisine, French, Lebanese, pizzas and seafood specialties,
• A pool bar with cocktails, "tsakitsaky", pancakes and waffles available at any time.
• An event and conference organizer with 3 meeting rooms can receive up to 90 people. In addition, we can host themed lunches/dinners, engagement, wedding, anniversary, …Even a bachelor/bachelorette party, or a marriage proposal, …
• A travel and tourism services company (License C),
• A delivery company for the entire restaurant menu throughout Majunga and the surrounding region.
• One tour operator(B license), organizing excursions in the Boeny region and its surroundings (Anjohibe Cave, Ankarafantsika National Park, Katsepy, workout, sacred lake, Antsanitia, Tsingy de Namoroka, …)
• A 4×4 rental company and quads (with valid liability insurance) with qualified driver guides. We can ensure your transfers in all Madagascar. For example from Antananarivo airport to Majunga, from Nosy Be to Majunga, even between Antsiranana and Majunga.