Jump on board for some terror on the Thames – or a river near you – this Halloween. Hiring a boat for a themed cruise backdropped.

Jump on board for some terror on the Thames – or a river near you – this Halloween. Hiring a boat for a themed cruise backdropped by a moonlit city instantly elevates any event to something out of the ordinary – plus there’s something about being stuck on a phantom floating ship until it moors that’ll unsettle even the most cynical of guests.

Halloween party themes could include looking to the Pirates of the Caribbean movies for inspiration, asking actors to dress up like The Black Pearl’s undead. If it’s strictly Halloween party ideas for adults you’re after, try serving devilish cocktails with scary names. “Preferably make drinks red,” says Hudson, “or set up a potion-brewing station dressed up like a treasure chest and invite guests to bring an interesting bottle.”

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