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Somewhere in the tropics between the Port of Indecision and Southwest of Disorder
you'll find that murder meets mayhem and the intrigue begins!
While most vacation at Margaritaland, an exclusive tropical resort, to get away from their
troubles, for one unfortunate soul, it will mean the end of their travels all together.
Has the lottery winner's luck run out? Will it be the bartender who has served his last drink?
Is the honeymoon over for two lovebirds before it nearly began?
Or will the stars collide for one Hollywood star?
At the resort, the guilty will mingle among the guests and everyone will be
left with the task of deciphering between the facts and falsehoods that plague
this paradise in order to make a killer pay for their crime.
The night itself will be a criminal concoction that will have you
searching for much more than your long lost shaker of salt.
This mystery can be played outdoors or in!
Perfect for summer bbqs, pool parties, beach parties, etcetra!
During the long winter months, this party is great for curing the winter blues!
With 20+ guests: At least 7 males, 5 females and 3 gender-neutral.
With 15-20 guests: 7-8 males, 5-6 females, 3-6 gender neutral.
With 10-15 guests: 5-7 males, 4-5 females, 1-3 gender neutral.
With 8-10 guests: 4-5 males, 4 females, 0-1 gender neutral.
Coconut Joe— Owner of Margaritaland. The owner of the resort and the man to talk to when anything goes wrong.
Coconut Jane— Wife to Coconut Joe. Jane is in charge of guest relations and will go to any extent to make sure that the guests remain happy and satisfied.
Bindy Barkeep— Bar Manager. With bar profits decreasing lately, Bindy is looking for someone to blame. Will Bindy be able to keep the bar in the black... and their job?
Jack Daniels— Bartender. Known as the Casanova of the pool bar, it is hard to say whether his philandering ways will get him promoted or in trouble.
Kylie Cocktail— Cocktail Waitress. A gold-digger at heart, her aspirations might be a little ambitious for even her to achieve.
Lifesavin' Sam— Lifeguard. Sam is supposed to be the safeguard of the resort, however, after his recent break-up with Kylie Cocktail, his actions have been doing more harm than good.
Cabana Bob— Cabana Boy. Ambitious and driven, Bob will do anything to advance his career and his love life.
BJ Baggage— Bellhop. With hopes of promotion, this bellhop is willing to help out the guests and the staff for little price if it means advancement of their career.
Tatum Tatt— Tattoo Artist. An artist and true talent. Another talent that they have is one of observation and Tatum has seen more than they are leading on.
Thurston Howard III— Millionaire. A man of money and power, Thurston will let no one take what is his or make a fool of him.
Candy Cotton— Millionaire's girlfriend. As the vivacious and young girlfriend of Thurston Howard III, she will do anything to keep the adoration (and financial security) of her beau.
Lucky Numbers— Lottery Winner. Lucky came here to celebrate his winnings and ended up falling in love with Izzie. Now, he doesn't know how to get something he can't buy.
Starr Bright— Movie star. Tired of the limelight and paparazzi, Starr is here to recuperate and rejuvenate far, far away from a daunting public.
Agent Hollywood— Hollywood Agent. With Starr Bright's sudden rise to fame, this agent has had to work overtime to keep their client happy and Starr's career on the right track.
Sandy Beachbum— Professional Surfer. A two-time world champ, has this pro hit it big and then decided to hit the beach. Was the surfing circuit too much for him to take?
Mo Manager— Sandy Beachbum's Manager. Mo will do whatever it takes to make sure Sandy stays healthy and out of retirement.
Margie Mooner— Honeymooner. Proof positive that keeping a secret, any secret, from the one they love can be deadly.
Mike Mooner— Honeymooner. Desperately in love with his wife, Mike is determined to make this marriage work and will do anything to keep Margie true to him.
Izzie Islander— Island Girl. Raised on the island, Izzie is a natural beauty and has a way of capturing everyone's heart except the man she wants most, Jack Daniels.
Sgt. Lord— Police Officer. As the island's top crime fighter, Sgt. Lord is here as a personal favor to Coconut Joe. Before the night is through, their sleuthing skills will turn up more than a few lost dollars.
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"...e had 16 people at our home for the Murder in Margaritaland Murder Mystery Party. We had decorated our home inside and out for the theme. The decorations were great and were just enough. All of the guests were so excited about their characters. The information in the purchase packet gives enough information to ma..."
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"...Murder in Margaritaland was a huge hit! We had a blast hosting this mystery party. Everyone got into character and came in costume. There was tons of bribery and blackmail throughout the whole night and the killer did an excellent job of concealing their guilt! This was the 3rd mystery party we've hosted and we loo..."
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"...had ever participated in a murder mystery party. It was fairly easy to put together and pull off with the instructions given. Everyone had a blast!! It was a great way for guests that didn't know each other to get together and talk. I think everyone got along very well and had a great time. Still everyone is talki..."
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"...arm sunny day and the people at Margaritaland were soaking up the sun. People were mingling. Coconut Joe and Coconut Jane were making sure everyone was having fun. Jack Daniels was serving up drink after drink. The Mooners were checking out the shops. Tatum Tatt was busy giving tattoos to Starr Bright and Sandy Be..."
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"...d with red and white balloons all over the floor. There was also an archway with balloons around it. Everyone had a blast dressing for this mystery. It was fun to see so many high ponytails and mullets. The off-the-shoulder look made a huge comeback. Tight jeans were all the rage, whether they fit or not! Every..."
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Drink Menus: Naughty or Nice
Click on the links below to download the recipes for all of those frozen concoctions that help you hang on. Alcoholic and non-alchoholic menus are provided!
Jimmy Buffet-- Get your guests in the mood with this relaxing, getaway carefree music. Best known for his "island escapism" lifestyle and music including hits such as "Margaritaville" (No. 234 on the list of "Songs of the Century"), and "Come Monday." He has a devoted base of fans known as "Parrotheads". His band is known as the Coral Reefer Band. Find it here.
Bob Marley-- a Jamaican singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He is the most widely known performer of reggae music, and is famous for popularising the genre outside Jamaica. A faithful Rastafari, Marley is regarded by many as a prophet of the religion. Find it here.
Beach Boys-- Musical spokesmen for surfing, girls, and cars in the 50's, check out such tunes as Surfer Girl and California Girls for your party music playlist. Find it here.
Jack Johnson-- For some contemporary beach music, mellow out to the tunes of this surfer. Find it here .
Hula Music-- Get in touch with the authentic side of the island by choosing some of these tunes. Find it here.
Luau Menu-- Nothing says relax and enjoyment like a luau. Find all of the authentic foods by clicking here.
Jamaican Jerk Chicken-- Add a little seasoning of the Caribbean with some spicy jerk chicken.
Roast a Pig! -- Set the mood and provide some great food for your guests. Do it yourself or hire a local company to do it.
Cheeseburgers in Paradise-- Everyone will love this Jimmy Buffet inspired recipe.
Tropical Chicken Kebabs-- A taste of the tropics to add to your menu. Especially good on the bbq.
Hauoli Island Punch-- Spiked or not, this fruity concoction is tropically tasteful.
• Cover a table with green butcher paper and fray the edges to resemble a grass skirt.
• Make a table skirt by lining grass skirts around your table.
• Place sand, toy crabs and fish by the front door or around your party area.
• Mount a few travel posters on the walls
• Hang garlands of homemade tissue flowers (tied along green ribbon)
• Use a rubber raft or child's wading pool to chill your beverages. Fill with ice and drinks.
• Construct a tiki hut using these insrtuctions. (click here)
• Float plastic or fresh flowers in water, either small bowls or a pond or pool.
• Use colorful buckets and beach pails to serve your food. Include a plastic shovel for the scooping. (pictured below)
• Hang inexpensive beach balls from the ceiling with fishing line. Litter the floor with beach balls as well. (pictured below)
• Make a cake and decorate it with a beach pail, shovel and other plastic beach accessories. Crush up vanilla sandwich cookies to make the sand. (pictured below)
• Set out bright beach apparel, such as towels, beach bags and flip flops.
• Consider paper lanterns for your party. They are inexpensive, colorful and add to the ambience.
• If throwing an outdoor party, don't forget the bamboo tiki torches or the citronella torch candles. Both types of torches can be used to line the pathway leading to your party or placed strategically in an outdoor location. (Tiki torches can be used indoors, if not lit.)
• Display fresh fruit over fresh or fake greenery such as palm fronds or calla lily leaves on the center of the table. It will make an appealing and appetizing center display.
• Place fresh flower leis (or very inexpensive plastic ones) in the center of the table on their own, or have them surrounding a straw hat, coconuts, pineapples or other decor.
• Add some beach-like flavor by accessorizing your area with beach towels, beach balls and lawn chairs.
• Serve some of your munchies in sand pails, beach comber hats (lined with plastic wrap) or serve fresh fruit in a hollowed out pineapple or coconut shell.
• If throwing a party outside, light a fire in a fire pit.
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EVEN MORE USELFUL LINKS
How to Make a Flower Lei
How to Make a Tiki Hut
Provide an assortment of accessories to help your guests "get into character" including: grass skirts, flowers for their hair, leis, beachcomber hats, sunglasses, beach towels, coconut bras, Hawaiian shirts, temporary tattoos (see above), etc.
 Tacky Traveler Adult Costume |
 Tacky Tourist Adult Costume |
 Adult Gray Visor with Blonde Afro |
 Adult Tan Visor with Brown Afro |
 Farmer Beachcomber Hat Adult |
 Surfer Dude Photo Prop |
 Surfer Bum Wig (Blonde) |
 Beach Bum Wig |
| Guests | Gender Roles | Price |
| 8-10 | 4-5 male 4 female 0-1 neutral | $40 |
| 10-15 | 5-7 male 4-5 female 1-3 gender | $45 |
| 15-20 | 7-8 male 5-6 female 3-6 neutral | $50 |
| 20-80 | 7+ male 5+ female 3+ neutral | $70 |
| Upgrade | Add on for 15-20 Guest version | $25 |
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