Haunted Harbor Brings Halloween Magic to Andes Hotel

                    Derek Curl was beyond fashionable for Halloween. Photos by Robert Brune.

By Robert Brune

ANDES — The Andes Hotel once again proved itself the heart of holiday festivities in town, as owner Derek Curl and his staff transformed the property into a Halloween spectacle. This year’s theme, the Haunted Harbor, featured a towering ship dubbed the SS Regret as the centerpiece, setting the stage for DJ Tito’s music that pulsed through the hamlet.  

Since Curl took ownership, the hotel’s Halloween party has become a must-attend event, drawing neighbors and visitors alike to show off their most creative costumes. Curl shared that business at the hotel is up by at least 30 percent this year, and the packed dining room, lively bar, and festively decorated courtyard reflected that success. Guests described the atmosphere as stepping straight into a scene from Pirates of the Caribbean.  

Costumes were a highlight of the evening. DJ Tito, dressed as a giant octopus, won best costume—his look enhanced by a purple strobe light show. The group award went to the Fish Kill Five, who impressed with their spooky deckhand theme.  

The decision to hold the event on Saturday instead of Halloween night turned out to be a wise one, as Friday’s rain cleared just in time for a festive weekend gathering. The change also gave more folks the chance to attend, making the evening a true community celebration of music, friends, and Halloween fun.  

Source: The Schoharie News